Description

Artists of all Mediums and Styles are encouraged to submit to our 2nd annual juried art competition. This exhibition offers a privileged opportunity for established and budding artists to put their artwork before the eyes of a vast, international audience. Selected pieces will be displayed on our gallery walls for 35 days during peak travel months in the Seaport Village of San Diego. Artworks will be judged by acclaimed career artist, Christopher Paluso, a San Diego native with a nationwide presence spanning over the decades. Special accolades for winning artists will accompany their pieces during the exhibition.

PRIZES:
1ST PLACE - $200
2ND PLACE - $150
3RD PLACE - $100
HONORABLE MENTION - $50
ARTIST SPOTLIGHT - $50
RISING STAR - $50

DETAILS:
-All 2D, hanging artwork should not exceed 36” on its longest side, or an additional fee will be required if the piece is invited to participate.
-Sculptures must not be larger than 16” high x 8” wide x 8” deep, and must not exceed 45 lbs in weight.
-Artworks will be selected based on their overall quality, understanding, and originality portrayed in their photos.
-Art Scene West will remit 60% of the sales commission to the artist and withhold 40% for gallery expenses.
-Artists selected for the exhibition will have their biographies and artworks published and promoted throughout our social media handles and website.
-The in-gallery exhibition will be live from August 11th - September 15th, 2025. (35 days)
-The Award Ceremony and Reception will be hosted on August 16th.

TIMELINE:
-The Submission deadline is July 18th, 2025
-Selected Artists will be notified by July 22nd.
Selected artworks should be delivered to Art Scene West by August 10th.
-Unsold artwork can be retrieved or will be sent back beginning September 16th, 2025.

GALLERY LOCATION:
Art Scene West, 803 W Harbor Drive, suite E1-E, San Diego 92101.

FEES:
There is a $35 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 to be part of the competition and gallery exhibition. This helps cover the costs of promoting the exhibition, handling and curating the artwork inside the gallery, and uploading the artist’s content onto our website and social media channels. Artists are responsible for shipping and return-shipping fees.