Best in Show 2021
Darbytown Rooflines by Pete Morelewicz
Digitally created, printed ink on canvas.
July 5-August 30
Artistic works that illustrate the unique Fredericksburg experience -- in places, people, and history.
Show Location
Fredericksburg Branch, opens a new window
1201 Caroline St
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Show Schedule
Submissions accepted online: June 14-19
Jurying: Friday, June 21
Announce accepted pieces: June 24 by 5:00pm
Deliver Accepted Pieces
Friday, June 28, 9:00-5:00pm
Saturday, June 29, 9:00-5:00pm
Monday, July 1, 9:00-7:30pm
Opening Reception: Date TBD
Generously donated by the Friends of the Library.
Pick Up Exhibited Work
Saturday, August 31, 9:00-5:00pm
Tuesday, September 2, 9:00-7:30pm
Details
- All artists (ages 18 and up) are invited to apply.
- Artistic works must be inspired by the Fredericksburg experience—scenes, sites, and people.
- Viewers should be able to recognize depicted scenes as specific to Fredericksburg.
- Entries must be original and completed in the last five years. No repeat entries.
- Entry Fees: $25 for first piece, $10 for each additional piece.
- All work must be for sale, priced to reflect a 20% commission. Buyers make checks payable to Central Rappahannock Regional Library.
Framing & Size Requirements
- Works must be framed and ready to hang with two hooks or screw-eyes for wire attachment.
- Please: slide metal hooks to the top of metal frames, and put screw eyes 2” from the top on wooden frames.
- Frame size must be no smaller than 11” x 14” and no larger than 48” x 36”. Please email with framing or size questions. No gallery clips.
- All work must be for sale, priced to reflect a 20% commission. Buyers make checks payable to Central Rappahannock Regional Library.
Categories
Natural Media (Painting, Drawing/Printmaking, Mixed)
Digital/Photography (Photography, Computer Generated)
We are sorry we cannot accept 3-dimensional work.
Cash Awards
Generously donated by the Friends of the Library.
- Best in Show: $500
- First Place: $250
- Second Place: $125
- Third Place: $75
- Honorable Mention: $50
Prizes awarded in each category.
Judge
TBA
Questions & Information: graphics.manager@crrl.org
Best in Show Winner 2018
One More Night by Brandon Newton.
The frame was made by Larry Hinkle from the last surviving Elm tree that was planted by Corrine Melcher at Belmont.
