The October National

The October National is a celebration of originality and craftsmanship in any visual art medium.  Artists from across the country are invited to share in this annual exhibition staged in the Anne Lloyd Gallery of the Madden Arts Center in Decatur, IL.

For Breast Cancer Awareness month, we celebrate and honor those who have been touched by breast, cervical, or ovarian cancer in some way, whether or not they, themselves, are the survivor. Artists are encouraged to participate and will be recognized during the reception.

Judge – Mirela Tanta
Associate Professor of Art at Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois.

Awards

$400 Best of Show
$300 1st Place
$200 2nd Place
$100 3rd Place
$75 Honorable Mention

Open to all artists 18 years old and over. Entries must be of original design. No giclée or other mechanical reproductions. Work must be executed within the last two years.

All media accepted. Wall-hung or 2D artwork must be framed or gallery wrapped, wired, ready to hang, and not exceed 60 inches wide or 96 inches high. 3D artwork must be self-standing or fit on a 36×36 inch pedestal. All artwork must be able to be handled by one person. No work can be suspended from the ceiling. Any accessories needed for display must be included. Pedestals provided by the gallery. The gallery reserves the right to install accepted works in a manner deemed necessary for exhibition and/or security reasons.

We reserve the right to reject any work not conforming to submitted image or requirements.

Entry Procedure & Fees

Please download the October National Prospectus Here.

Application deadline for entering the October National is July 6, 2024.

Artwork juried by photographs or jpg/pdf file on CD, by email or online through CAFE (callforentry.org). $40 for up to 3 pieces. 2 images per piece may be submitted. This may include a second angle or detail. Photos/files of accepted work will become part of the Gallery’s permanent collection unless SASE is included.

Include

1. Name, address, telephone & email
2. Photos or jpeg/pdf files labeled with artist’s name, dimensions of work, and an entry number
3. Completed entry form. You may use additional paper for description/technique information if needed.
4. Signed General Release
5. Nonrefundable Entry fee payable to Gallery 510 ($30)

Delivery/Return of Artwork

Accepted work may be hand delivered or shipped. Artwork is due at Gallery 510 by September 20, 2024. Hand-delivered work accepted during regular business hours. Tues – Fri 11-5. Communication will be by email when possible.

Please attach identification label to the back of the work. List artist’s name, title of work and medium.

Enclose return delivery costs and address label or FedEx / UPS prepaid shipping label along with instructions for repacking. No loose packing materials please, i.e. peanuts, etc. unless they are enclosed in a sealed bag. Crates must be simple to open and reseal. Weight & size must be able to be handled by one person. Indicate value for return shipping insurance if not waived.

Sales

A 50% commission will be taken on work sold.

July 6 Postmarked deadline for application
August 7 Notification emailed/letters sent
September 20 Artwork due at Gallery 510
October 4 Opening reception, 5 pm to 7 pm at Madden Arts Center Anne Lloyd Gallery
October 24 Exhibit Closes at 4:30 p.m.
October 25 Hand-delivered work pick-up
9 am to 1 pm Anne Lloyd Gallery
1 to 5 pm on Friday at Gallery 510 Art & Framing, 160 E. Main St., Decatur
November 15 Shipped work returned by this date.