Mountain Artists Guild Artists Spotlight Show at the Phippen - Juried Art Competition by The Mountain Artists Guild, Prescott, AZ

Description

Mountain Artists Guild Artists Spotlight Show at the Phippen
Juried Exhibition for the Phippen Museum, in Prescott, AZ

Deadline for entry is September 1, 2026
PLEASE NOTE: INTAKE DATE IS MONDAY, October 5, 2026

Jurors for this show, TBD
Open to members of the Mountain Artists Guild only; Arizona artists in all media are encouraged to join as members and then apply. To join, please go here: mountainartistsguild.org/membership/. There will be an online and in-gallery show. Please note: All artwork must be delivered in person. If you have questions, please contact Stefanie Culver at director@mountainartistsguild.org

Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards 

Mountain Artists Guild Artists Spotlight Show
The Mountain Artists Guild is excited to announce a special opportunity for our members to be showcased in the prestigious Phippen Museum. This three-month exhibition will celebrate the incredible talent and diversity of Mountain Artists Guild artists and provide exceptional exposure within one of Arizona's premier art museums.
Eligibility
Open to current Mountain Artists Guild members only.All mediums are welcome, including:PaintingDrawingMixed MediaSculpturePhotographyJewelryOther Fine Art Media
Exhibition Dates
October 10, 2026 – January 10, 2027
Entry Fee
$50 per artist
Jury Process
Due to the timing of the October Prescott Area Artists Studio Tour, artists will be juried into the exhibition based on their overall body of work and artistic merit rather than individual submitted pieces.
Because many artists may sell work during the Studio Tour, artwork listed at the time of application may be subject to change prior to installation. Final artwork selections will be coordinated with accepted artists before intake.
Artwork Requirements & Substitutions
Because this exhibition follows the Prescott Area Artists Studio Tour, artists may substitute artwork that has sold during the Studio Tour. If a submitted piece is no longer available, artists should make every effort to replace it with a similar work in subject matter, medium, and size.
Please note that acceptance into the exhibition does not guarantee acceptance of every submitted piece. Final artwork selection will be based on available exhibition space, overall exhibition balance, and the artwork's professional presentation and condition. The Mountain Artists Guild and the Phippen Museum reserve the right to decline any artwork that does not meet exhibition standards or space requirements.
Artist Competition & Awards
This exhibition will feature an Artist Competition recognizing outstanding artistic achievement.
Awards will be presented for:
Best in ShowFirst PlaceSecond PlaceThird Place
Award-winning artists will receive:
Special AwardRecognition during the exhibitionSpecial recognition at the catered Opening Reception
Sales & Commission Structure
All artwork must be available for sale.
Commission Split:
Artist: 75%Phippen Museum: 15%Mountain Artists Guild: 10%
Sales proceeds will be distributed approximately two weeks following the close of the exhibition.
Opening Reception
A catered Opening Reception will be held to celebrate participating artists and announce award winners. Additional details will be provided to accepted artists.
Additional Information
Acceptance is subject to the availability of exhibition space. Not all 5 pieces of artwork may be accepted.The Mountain Artists Guild and the Phippen Museum reserve the right of final acceptance and refusal of artwork.Artwork must be professionally presented and ready for exhibition.Specific intake and installation details will be provided upon acceptance.
This exhibition represents a unique opportunity to showcase your work at the Phippen Museum while celebrating the creativity and talent of the Mountain Artists Guild community. We encourage all members to apply and be part of this exciting event.

Online Application Deadline: Start anytime and up until 9 PM on September 1, 2026

Show Dates: October 10, 2026, through January 10, 2027Gallery intake: October 5, 2026Upon acceptance, you will receive an email with a link to schedule an appointment. Artwork must be delivered in person - no shipping permitted. For Members only, if you cannot deliver in person at intake, please make arrangements with our Guild & Gallery Director.

Entry Fees - up to 5 submissions per artist  - Pay by credit card only

Members: $50.00 for up to 5 submissions. Members agree to volunteer a minimum of 10 hours during the exhibition period or pay a "buyout" fee of $50, payable at The Mountain Artists Guild.Categories 
1. Original Paintings (Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Water media, Pastel, Color Pencils, Inks, Etchings, Mixed Media Collage, etc.)2. Photography (all types of photography mediums)
3. 3-Dimensional Objects (sculpture, pottery/ceramics, woodworking, stone carving, mixed-media objects, mosaics, fiber arts, tile work, glass art, etc.) 
4. Jewelry (100% handcrafted, metal, minerals, gems, beads, polymer clay, leather)
All submissions will be juried and either accepted or not accepted into the Gallery Show for final judging.
Prints of original paintings, giclees, and other printed items such as tote bags, pouches, towels, etc. should NOT be entered.

Participation Rules - Artists Agree to Abide by our Gallery Standards

1. Submissions must be entered online using the ArtCall.org website.

2. All artwork is accepted even if in previous Mountain Artists Guild shows is eligible for submission.

3. Artwork, in whole or in part, must be created solely by the artist.

4. Artwork, in whole or in part, must not infringe on any copyright.

5. Paintings or photographs of nudes or work inappropriate for family viewing will not be accepted. 

6. Price your work to reflect the Phippen/MAG's commission: Members- 25%  All Artwork must be for sale.

7. Minimum canvas or frame size for paintings or photographs is 154 inches (ex, 14 x 11 inches); the maximum canvas or paper size is 1728 square inches (example, 36 by 48 inches, 48" on the longest side, including frame). Heavy sculptures and other heavy 3-dimensional objects must be easily movable by members and be standalone (not on a wall). 

8. Paintings and photographs may be framed or unframed provided unframed images are on gallery wrapped canvas a minimum of 1" thick or on metal. Canvas less than 1" must be framed. Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards

9. Once the awards have been announced, accepted entries will be on display in the Web Gallery for 3 months. Artists who enter this show are responsible for handling (packaging) and shipping of items sold online. Artists in the Web Gallery show must inform the Guild if they sell their work so that the Web Gallery is kept up-to-date.

Submission Instructions 
1. Images of artwork should have no background/frame visible; artwork under glass should show no reflections, and be in the appropriate orientation.
2. Images must represent the work accurately.   
3. You may submit more than one image of paintings, photographs, 3-dimensional objects and jewelry to show different sides of the item or close-up detail. DO NOT SUBMIT different artwork in individual entries only photos for one piece.
4. If photographing 3-dimensional objects or jewelry, place them on either a white or black non-textured background.                                                                              
5. Images should be in JPG, PNG, or PDF file format.
6. The maximum file size for uploading is 4MB. If your image file size is greater than this, use a photo or image editing program to reduce the size of the image before uploading.
7. Mountain Artists Guild reserves the right to reject artwork that is not photographed correctly and reflects poorly on the artist and the Guild.
 Register Online at ArtCall.org - Need Help - see our Art Call Step-by-Step instructions
1. If you do not have an account on ArtCall.org, register and apply online:  Ignore the request to create a portfolio web site should that message appear. Simply click on the ‘x’ in the top right of that screen to close it or click on ‘No thanks’.
2. If you already have an account, sign on with your username and password. If you forgot your password, request a new one.
3. Provide the details requested to set up an account. 
4. Click on ‘Add new submission’ to pay by credit card. Decide on how many submissions you will enter before you pay. NOTE: No refunds will be made if you pay for more submissions than you use.
5. NOTE: If you want to add additional submissions after you paid for a specific number:

Enter your account again and click on ‘Add new submission’. 
Make sure you select how many new submissions you want to pay for in the ‘Pay for how many’ box. 
Click on Member or Non-member. You will not be charged the original entry fee again even though it looks like you will be. The system automatically calculates what you owe for the additional submissions. 
Select the credit/debit card you wish to use and click on ‘Submit payment charge’. NOTE: No refunds will be made if you pay for more submissions than you use.

Awards Ceremony & ReceptionTo Be AnnouncedLocation of Show and Other InformationOnline for 3 months after the awards are announcedThe Phippen Museum – at 4701 AZ-89, Prescott, AZ 86301

Terms and ConditionsI have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions on the ArtCall.org website for this competition. See link at bottom of this page.

Questions?
If you have questions about this competition, contact: director@mountainartistsguild.org or call 928-445-2510.

If you need help with submitting or photographing your work, contact: director@mountainartistsguild.org or 928-445-2510.