GENERAL SHOW INFORMATION

ELIGIBILITY

Any artist 18 years or older may enter two works, any combination of 2D or 3D.  Work must be original, entirely the work of one artist, executed within the last 3 years.  AAS reserves the right to refuse any work that is not properly presented, requires special installation, or is otherwise unacceptable by the AAS Media Committee.  2D artwork including paintings and photography will be accepted. 3D artwork including pottery, glass work and sculpture will be accepted. No furniture, quilting, quilling, floral arrangements, jewelry, or tole painted pieces will be accepted. Please carefully read the artwork specifications.  If you are uncertain about the eligibility of a piece of artwork, you may submit a photo of the work with the dimensions and medium via email to the show chairperson before entering the show. (southportmaritimeartshow@gmail.com)

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SALES AND PRICES

All work entered must be for sale.  AAS will retain a commission of 25% for AAS members and 35% for nonmembers.  Please carefully check the price you list for each item. Once submitted, prices cannot be changed.  No exceptions. Artwork must remain at FSG for the duration of the show unless sold.

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ARTWORK SPECIFICATIONS

• All 2D work must be framed, wired, and ready to hang and must not exceed 15 pounds. No sawtooth hangers are permitted.

• For the safety of our exhibit staff, all wires on paintings must have the ends wrapped in tape (to avoid sharp wires).

• 2D paintings on gallery wrapped canvas with sides of at least 1.25” depth do not have to be framed. All sides of the canvas must be painted.

• 2D maximum framed size may not exceed 50 inches in any side.

• If a painting is covered, only rigid Plexiglas may be used for pieces over 30 inches in any direction.

• Artwork needing special installation will not be accepted.

• No 3D work may exceed 50 pounds. 

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LIABILITY

All artwork is entered at the risk of the artist. Although utmost care will be taken in handling the work, neither AAS nor its representatives will be responsible for damage or loss from any cause. Submitting a work of art shall imply agreement on the part of the artist to the conditions set forth in this prospectus.

 

PUBLICITY

By entering the show, the artist gives AAS permission to photograph artwork and distribute such photos on social media and for publicity purposes.

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APPLICATION ENTRY FORM​

Fill out the online form carefully, being sure to answer all questions marked with an asterisk(*).

You will have the option of paying the entry fee through PayPal or by credit card

($36 AAS members, $46 nonmembers).

• Check that the prices you have entered are correctly displayed on the form.

• When finished, press the SUBMIT button.

• Registration runs through October 5, 2026. If you need help with this form, contact Bev Haley at (910) 200-9043 or bahaley@rocketmail.com

 

DELIVERY INFORMATION

Deliver artwork to Franklin Square Gallery on Friday, October 16, 2026, between 10am and 2pm. Enter the gallery by  the accessibility ramp on the back of the building.

Complete and attach the identification labels to the top left corner of 2D work (on back) or to the bottom of 3D work. Please have the labels in place when you arrive.

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