FAA at Studio C
The Shape of Things
An open call, judged, and juried exhibit

March 18 – May 16, 2027

The Shape of Things

March 18 – May 16, 2027
Open Call | Juried & Judged Exhibit

Shape is one of the first things we notice — an outline, a curve, a structure, a shadow, a pattern. The Shape of Things invites artists to explore form and silhouette in the world around us, from natural shapes and figures to architecture, objects, abstraction, and sculpture.

This exhibit is open to fine artists working in a wide range of styles and media.

How Your Work Might Fit

Realism: Focus on strong forms, outlines, and silhouettes in nature, architecture, figures, animals, flowers, objects, or still life arrangements.
Photography: Use composition, framing, contrast, and shadow to highlight shapes in buildings, trees, windows, fences, plants, reflections, or everyday objects.
Abstract: Build a composition around repeated shapes, bold forms, curves, lines, silhouettes, or structures that create rhythm and balance.
Plein Air: Paint outdoors with attention to the shapes around you — tree lines against the sky, rooflines, fences, bridges, garden forms, cast shadows, or simplified buildings.

Examples to Inspire You

The examples below are intended to spark ideas, not define limits.

Iris in Bloom — Curved petals and leaves create a study in natural form.
Crane in Flight — Wings, neck, and legs form long, graceful lines in motion.
Stacked Forms — Stones, vessels, repeated shapes, or abstract forms create rhythm and balance.

Eligibility & Entry Information

Open to all fine artists, high school age and older
Each artist may submit up to two original artworks for consideration
This is a juried and judged exhibit
Non-refundable entry fee: $25 per artist

Important Dates

Exhibit dates: March 18 – May 16, 2027
Deadline for entries: Monday, March 8, 2027
Notification of acceptance: Friday, March 12, 2027
Delivery of artwork: Monday, March 15, 2027, 9–11 AM or 4–6 PM
Opening reception: Thursday, March 18, 2027, 6:00–7:30 PM
Pick-up date: Monday, May 17, 2027, 9–11 AM or 4–6 PM

Guidelines

To participate, artists must complete the online entry form below and upload images of their artwork.

A wide range of subjects, styles, and techniques will be considered, from realistic to abstract.
Work may be 2D or 3D in any medium, except video.
Hanging work must be properly wired and ready to hang. Sawtooth hangers are not permitted. Wires should not be visible above the artwork.
Work should be framed unless created on a gallery-wrapped canvas or other finished substrate. Wrapped edges must be finished.
Fiber art is accepted but must include a secure method to hang on the gallery’s hook system.
Non-hanging 3D works may be any size, provided they fit appropriately in the gallery, either free-standing or on a pedestal.
Attach a label to the back of each artwork (or bottom of 3D works) with the artist’s name and artwork title.

FAA reserves the right to refuse work that does not meet requirements, does not match the submitted images, or is deemed too fragile for display.

All accepted work must remain on exhibit for the full duration of the show. Sold work will remain on display until the exhibit closes. FAA will coordinate pick-up with buyers after the exhibit ends.

Unless requested otherwise, FAA may use images of accepted work for promotional and educational purposes, including the website, social media, and printed materials.

Rules

This is a juried and judged exhibit. Submission does not guarantee acceptance.
Acceptance is based on the jurors’ evaluation of submitted images in relation to the exhibit theme, artistic quality, and available gallery space. Selected works will be considered for awards as determined by the judges.
Artists will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance by the listed notification date.
Artists are responsible for delivering and picking up their artwork on the scheduled dates or for making alternative arrangements in advance.
Artwork left more than 7 days after the designated pick-up date may incur a storage fee of $5 per day. Artwork left 60 days or more becomes the property of FAA.

Fees & Commission

$25 non-refundable entry fee per artist, due at the time of submission
Artwork may be listed for sale or marked Not for Sale (NFS)
FAA retains a 30% commission on all artwork sold during the exhibit
Artists receive 70% of the sale price

To apply, complete the submission form below and upload images of your artwork. Submission of this form indicates agreement with the FAA Unified Loan & Consignment Agreement.

Call for Art

Submit Your Entry

First name

Last name

Phone

Multi-line address

Country/Region

Address

City

Zip / Postal code

Title of Artwork

Medium

Size

Price or "NFS" (Keep in mind that FAA retains 30% commission)

If NFS, what is the value (for insurance purposes)?

Year of Creation

Optional SHORT comment to be added to wall label

Upload an image of Artwork #1

Do you wish to submit a second piece for consideration?

Yes

Do you give FAA permission to post photos on our website and/or on social media which include your art piece for marketing purposes?

Yes

FAA Unified Loan & Consignment Agreement

*By submitting this form, you agree to the following terms for loaning and consigning your artwork to the Frankfort Arts Association (“FAA”). Submitting this form counts as your digital signature for all terms listed below.

1. Exhibition & Display

You agree to loan your artwork to FAA for the full duration of the exhibit.
FAA will exercise the same care with your artwork that it uses for comparable property of its own.
FAA may withdraw artwork from the exhibition at any time for safety, space, or curatorial reasons.
FAA has the right to decline artwork that does not reflect the exhibit theme or does not resemble the submitted images.

2. Delivery, Pick-Up & Handling

You are responsible for delivering the artwork to the gallery by the scheduled drop-off date and for picking it up at the designated time.
All shipping or transportation costs are your responsibility.
Artwork left more than 7 days after the pick-up date may incur a storage fee of $5 per day.
Artwork left 60 days or more becomes the property of FAA.

3. Photography & Promotion

By entering the exhibit, you grant FAA permission to:

photograph your artwork,
telecast or reproduce images for publicity related to the exhibition,
use images in FAA’s newsletter, website, social media, and educational materials.

This includes promoting the exhibit and FAA in general. Your artwork may appear in group marketing materials without additional approval.

4. Insurance & Liability

FAA will exercise reasonable care in handling your artwork. FAA will insure the artwork under its miscellaneous liability policy for the actual cash value of the work only if FAA is found legally liable. The policy excludes damage due to wear and tear, gradual deterioration, nuclear reaction, radiation, radioactive contamination, and risks of war. If the artwork can be replaced or repaired to the artist’s specifications, FAA’s liability is limited to the cost of such replacement or repair. In the event of loss or damage, recovery is limited to the amount paid by FAA’s insurer. The artist agrees to release FAA, its trustees, officers, agents, and employees from liability for any and all claims arising from such loss or damage.

If you maintain your own insurance, you must provide FAA with a certificate naming FAA as an additional insured or waiving subrogation.

5. Sale of Artwork & Commission

FAA will facilitate sales during the exhibit.
FAA retains a 30% commission on the sale price of any artwork sold.
You receive 70% of the sale price.
FAA will notify you after a sale and arrange payment after the exhibit closes.
If your artwork is not for sale, you must mark it as NFS in your submission.

6. Pricing, Values & Accuracy

You certify that all information submitted—title, medium, size, sale price, and insurance value—is accurate to the best of your knowledge.
You confirm that you have full legal rights to loan and exhibit the artwork.
Insurance value must match replacement value for FAA’s records.

7. Length of Loan

Artwork must remain at FAA for the full exhibit period.
Early removal is not permitted unless authorized by FAA.

8. Digital Signature & Acceptance

By checking the agreement box on this form and submitting your entry:

You acknowledge that you have read and agree to all terms above.
You understand this digital agreement replaces printed agreements.
You authorize FAA to include this agreement in your submission PDF for FAA’s records and your own.

No printed documents are required.

I have read and agree to the FAA Unified Loan & Consignment Agreement.

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