Exhibition of Realism

ABOUT THE CALL

For centuries the skill of recording scenery, subjects, and historical events through hand-crafted artworks were relied upon by society to understand the imagery associated with the civilized and uncivilized world around them. That skill evolved over time as devoted artists strived to depict their images as closely as possible to the real thing, setting new standards for artists that would last forever. Art Scene West wants to celebrate this genre of Realism and the contemporary masters who carry on that tradition. 

We are calling artists everywhere to submit their work for our Exhibition of Realism, beginning February 1st - March 30th. Our gallery is located in downtown San Diego, in a popular destination for tourists, locals, and convention goers called Seaport Village. We are open 7 days a week, from 10am - 7pm, with a devoted staff to represent you and your artwork. 

DETAILS

  • Art Scene West will remit 60% of the sales commission to the artist and withhold 40% for gallery expenses. 

  • Images larger than 36” on the longest side that are submitted and accepted into the exhibition will require an additional fee to participate in the exhibition. 

  • All of the artworks selected to participate will be hung on our walls for the entire duration of the exhibition. 

  • Art Scene West will upload the images and offer them for sale on our website during the exhibition and for as long as the artist allows.

  • Exhibition: February 1st - March 30th.  

GALLERY LOCATION: 

Seaport Village, 803 W Harbor Drive, suite E1-E, San Diego 92101 (Lighthouse District).

FEES:

There is a $25 submission fee to thoroughly review the artist's work and biography. For artists who are selected into the exhibition, there is a participation fee of $100. This helps cover the costs of handling and curating the artwork inside the gallery and uploading the artists’ content onto our website and Social Media channels. Artists are responsible for shipping and return-shipping fees.

TIMELINE:

  • Submission deadline: January 18th, 2025.

  • Artists will be notified of their selection by January 20th.

  • Last day for Artists to pay the participation fee: January 24th. 

  • Artwork delivery deadline: January 31st.

  • Online Exhibition goes live on February 4th.

  • Opening Reception at the gallery: Saturday, February 15th, 2025.

  • Unsold artwork will be shipped back to artists beginning on March 3rd.


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Artists must meet and accept the requirements below as outlined by Art Scene West. 

ARTWORK SUBMISSION IMAGE REQUIREMENTS

Artists are encouraged to send images that will best represent the quality of their artwork to both the Art Scene West curating team and art collectors. The images submitted for review will be the same used on the Art Scene West website if selected. 

  • Maximum 4 images of the artwork(s).

  • Only clear and accurate images of an artwork will be considered.

ARTWORK INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS

The information you provide here will be used on our gallery website and on the labels for the live event.

  • Title of Artwork

  • Dimensions in inches (height x width)

  • Medium

  • Proposed asking price in USD

Artist Information Requirements

The information you provide here will be used on our gallery website (Online Exhibition and Artist Page) if selected.

  • Artist bio (3rd person, 300 words max)

  • Artist statement (1st person, 300 words max)

  • Artist photo (encouraged, not required)

  • Social media links (if applicable)

  • Website (if applicable)

  • City and State of residence and/or Country of Origin

Other Artist Information Requirements

Art Scene West requests a reliable communication method to contact artists we are interested in representing. 

  • Email address

  • Phone number

Eligibility Criteria

Artworks must be an original creation of the participating artist and must be available for sale.

RULES AND TERMS TO APPLY

Each artist submitting an artwork to be considered is in compliance with and agrees to all of the following terms of this Agreement:

  • The image submitted by the artist is an original creation of the submitting artist.

  • An artist’s submission shall consist of up to four (4) high-resolution digital photographs. Filters, enhancements, manipulations, distortions, and all other kinds of altering are un-acceptable. 

  • The artist is at least 18 years of age and has the authority, without breaching any other agreement made by the artist, to make the submission.

  • All artwork submitted and selected shall be offered for sale throughout the exhibition, both at our gallery at 803 W Harbor drive, suite E1-E, San Diego CA 92101, and at www.artscenewest.com. 

  • Artist grants Art Scene West a 40% sales commission on the artist’s artwork(s) selected for entry in the show and sold at any time during the show.

  • Artist agrees that the digital photographs submitted by the artist of the artwork(s) that are selected into the exhibition will be used/published by Art Scene West for purposes of gallery promotion and offering such artworks for sale at Art Scene West’s online and physical gallery.

  • If any of the artist's artwork(s) are selected, the artist agrees that Art Scene West may publicize the digital photos of such artwork(s) and the artist’s name and bio online, on social media, at its website, and in print media promotions during the exhibition and beyond. 

  • All fees paid by artist(s) are non-refundable.

  • Artist(s) retains all copyright ownership of their artwork.

  • Unless there is a sale of the artwork by Art Scene West during the exhibition, artists shall remain the sole owner of their artwork(s).

  • If artist’s artwork(s) are selected for entry, the artist will be required to accept the terms of a separate agreement specifying Exhibition Terms, details for delivery of the artwork, and make payment of the participation fee ($100) through a secure portal at www.artscenewest.com.

  • Upon being notified of the selection of the artist's artwork, the artist shall have until January 24th to pay the participation fee online and verify their acceptance of the Exhibition Terms or be ineligible.

  • Communications by the artist regarding the exhibition shall be made via email addressed to: info@artscenewest.com.

  • Artwork that is not equipped with an appropriate hanging mechanism and/or ready for display will incur a minimum $ 100 fee to remain eligible for the exhibition.

  • The artist agrees to pay shipping and handling fees associated with delivery of their artwork, including return shipping back to their residence if the work remains unsold. 

  • Artist agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless Art Scene West Gallery from any claim or demand, including attorney’s fees, made by any third party due to or arising out of your breach of these Terms or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party.