Looking Forward 2026

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Looking Forward 2026

Spring Awakening 2026
September 3, 2026 - December 18, 2026
At Grandview Avenue Gallery
2979 Grandview Avenue
Atlanta, Georgia 30305
(404) 237- 2324
Juror: Debra Nadelhoffer
I am a landscape painter and paint both Plein Air and in the studio feeling that each enhances the other. I continue to try
new ideas and approaches for my paintings, stretching beyond my comfort zone to encourage the viewer to experience the
scene. Teaching workshops and classes pushes me to work harder and share more with my students.
Most recently my work was chosen for the September 2025 Plein Air Salon Competition, Oil Painters of America
2025 Eastern Regional Exhibition, the American Impressionist 9th Annual Small Works Exhibition, the ASMA 1ST
Online Exhibition, Top 100 Finalist in the September Plein Air Salon, Merit Award in the AIS National Exhibition in
Rockport MA, accepted into the ASMA online exhibition 2024, accepted into OPA National 2024 and Eastern
Regional Exhibition in 2023, the AIS National in 2024, 2023 and 2022, was awarded Seascape Award of Excellence
in the Oil Painters of America 2021 National Juried Exhibition , 18th National American Society of Marine Artists
(ASMA) Exhibition travelling to 5 museums from March 2020-March 2021, the 2021 Eastern Regional OPA
Exhibition, the 2019 Eastern Regional OPA exhibition in Birmingham AL, the 19th Annual American Impressionists
Society (AIS) Exhibition. I am Signature Member of OPA, AIS, ASMA and SPS. My paintings have been included in
the 27th National Oil Painters of America Exhibition, American Society of Marine Artists Invitational at Principle
Gallery, my painting The Crossing won the Best Building in a Landscape award in the June/July 2017 PleinAir Salon
competition, Oil Painters of America Eastern Regional Exhibition 2017, American Impressionists Society Small
Works Show 2016, and I am one of Pastel Journals December 2016 issue, 10 Artists to Watch. I have had paintings
accepted into OPA 2016 Salon, ASMA Seventeenth National, the Oil Painters of America 25th National Juried
Exhibition, Southeastern Pastel Society 17th International, American Impressionist Society 16th National Exhibition,
WPSE Fifth Annual Exhibition 2016, American Society of Marine Artists Regional and National, the American
Women Artists 2015 National Juried Exhibition and one into Oil Painters of America Juried Salon Show of
Traditional Oils at Beverly McNeil Gallery in Birmingham, AL in October. I participated in Olmstead Plein Air
Paintout in Atlanta, GA 2016, the 2015 Door County Plein Air Festival, was an exhibiting artist at Southeastern
Wildlife Expo (SEWE) in Charleston, SC in 2014, 2015 and 2016, and Plein Air Richmond and Callaway Gardens
Paintouts. Artist in Residence (AIR) in Acadia National Park in 2012. I taught weekly classes at Chastain Art Center
in Atlanta GA for 14 years and conduct my own workshops a few times a year locally and along the coast. Currently
I teach at Abernathy Arts Center in Atlanta Ga, I am represented by Frameworks Gallery, Marietta, GA, River Gallery
Chattanooga, TN, and Mackinacs Little Gallery on Mackinac Island, MI.
https://www.debranadelhoffer.com
Grandview Avenue Gallery
Grandview Avenue Gallery exhibits several art shows featuring original works for both members and
non-members. Additional shows are also scheduled at the gallery throughout the year. Admission to the
gallery is free and is open Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 4pm. More information:
https://www.atlantaartistscenter.org or call 404-237-2324.
About AAC – a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. AAC was founded in 1954 by a small group of
watercolor painters searching for a place to paint and exhibit their work. After a series of rented
spaces, this growing group of artists pooled their resources to obtain the space now known as
Atlanta Artists Center. Located on a charming street in the bustling heart of Buckhead, it is one
of the oldest non-profit Art Organizations in Georgia.
Submissions to Art Call July 6,2026 – August 1, 2026
Judging August 2 – 9, 2026
Notifications sent August 10, 2026
Deliver art to AAC Sep 1 (10A – 7P) Sep (10A-1P)
Hang show Sept 3, 2026
Judge selects award winners Sep 11 or 12, 2026
Reception Sept 13, 2026 (3P-6P)
Show closes Dec. 18, 2026
Entry Submission – Each artist is required to register through https://aaclookingforward2026.artcall.org
pay entry fee and provide jpeg images of artwork being entered into the exhibit by above dates. Any
portion of the entry package with a later date will disqualify the entry. Submit here:
https://aaclookingforward2026.
Awards – Cash awards will be presented to the winning artists at the Exhibit Reception.
First Place --$500.00 Second Place -- $300.00 Third Place -- $150.00 3 Honorable Mentions -- $25.00 gift cards  + $25 cash each
Submitting Entries – Registration opens on dates noted above.
All entries must be submitted electronically using
instructions on ARTCALL LINK. The artist may submit up to 3 works of art. The non-refundable fee is 
$35 for AAC members, $45 for non-members.
Entry Requirements – Entry is open to all artists 18 years and above.
Any work that has been previously juried in an AAC Grandview Avenue Gallery exhibition is not eligible for submission.
Accepted Media – Fine art media may be 2-D or 3-D and includes for this exhibition: painting,
drawing, printmaking, sculpture, mixed media, fiber arts and collage subject to the following criteria:
• Work must be original and created by the submitting artist. Not created in a class or
workshop.
• 2-D pieces must be mounted by wire and be at least 2 inches below top of the frame
exterior and not protrude more than 3” from wall.
• AAC may refuse any artwork deemed inappropriate, offensive or improperly presented.
Criteria for JPEG Images – All entries will be juried for acceptance from the jpeg images submitted.
The jpeg images must follow the following criteria:
• Dimension between 960-1960 pixels. Maximum file size 4 mb.
• Resolution 72 pixels per inch.
• Orientation reflects the actual artwork.
• One image for each 2-D piece or up to three images for each 3-D piece.
• Images of 2-D pieces should show only the artwork without any frame, mat or background.
• File name corresponds to the title of the artwork depicted. Title.jpegRequirements for Accepted Work
• 2-D artwork not to exceed 60” on any side, (including frame if applicable). Artwork ready to
hang by wire attached to D-Rings. Wire ends must be taped and No saw-tooth hangers or
other hanging methods.
• Gallery-wrapped canvases accepted provided that they are 1” or greater in thickness with
edges neatly finished. Total weight (including frame, mat, plexi-glass, etc.) not to exceed 25
pounds in weight.
• 3-D work must be self-standing or provide your own stand. Maximum finished size for 3-D work is 24” wide and deep and
48” high. Total weight of piece not to exceed 50 pounds.
• Artwork created in classes or workshops is NOT permitted.
• No wet paintings.
• Renderings of work by others or protected by copyright is NOT permitted.
• Work created more than 10 years ago is NOT permitted.
• Giclées of original works, installations and video are not permitted.
• No Photographs and No AI generated submissions.
Sales and Commissions
• It is the artist’s responsibility to value each piece submitted and put that amount on the
registration form. Any piece that is specifically listed as $0.00 indicates that the work is not for
sale.
• Neither Atlanta Artists Center or Grandview Avenue Gallery can or will guarantee art sales.
• All art sold at the exhibition will have a 30% sales commission. Prevailing state and local
sales taxes will be collected by AAC. Payment for work sold will be sent to the artist within 30
days of the end of the exhibition.
• Absolutely NO direct sales between artist and buyer. All sales are through the Gallery Administrator or AAC board
member.
Requirements for Exhibited Work
• Artists are obligated to provide their work for the duration of the exhibition. Accepted work that
is not delivered or is withdrawn by the artist will prevent that artist’s eligibility for future AAC
juried exhibitions.
• Photographs of accepted work may be used in promotional materials sent out by AAC.
• The juror and AAC have final authority on works selected.
• All accepted work must have a legible identification label on the back for 2-D and on the
bottom for 3-D work. Submission Labels and Claim Tickets are printed from the artist’s
submission page on https://aaclookingforward2026....
Delivery of Accepted Work to the Gallery
• Accepted work must be hand delivered to AAC Grandview Avenue Gallery.
Retrieval of Exhibited Work
• Artist must retrieve their pieces within two weeks of show ending. Otherwise it will
become the property of AAC and will be sold or discarded by the organization.
• Artwork may be picked up by a designated person other than the artist. That person needs to
have a claim ticket, identification and an email or letter from the artist.
Print Submission Label(s) and Claim Ticket(s) for Accepted Work on ARTCALL Credentials
Credentials will be awarded to all artists that receive an award in this exhibit.
Submit Here: https://aaclookingforward2026....