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New Works at Austin ArtSpace – Call for Entries

CALL FOR ENTRIES

New Works Call For Entries: Apply NOW
Deadline for Entries: Mon. August 18, 2025 (by 5 p.m.)
Notification by email: Tues. August 19 (by 5 p.m.)
Artwork Drop-Off, Sat. Sat. August 23 (noon-4 p.m.)
Gallery Reception (First Thursday): Thursday, Sept 4, 4-6 p.m.
Exhibit runs from August 29 to Sept. 20 2025
Artwork Pick-Up: Sept. 20 (noon-4 p.m.)

Where:
Austin Art Space Gallery & Studios
7739 Northcross Dr. Suite Q Austin TX 78757

Gallery Reception – Artwork Preview: Thursday, Sept 4, 4-6 p.m. Works will remain on display in the front gallery during regular gallery hours until Sept. 20th.

Eligibility: Group Show. Exhibition is open to all 2D and 3D fine arts media. The theme is open to all subject matter.

2D Work: All media accepted for consideration. Work must be wire-strung, ready to hang (no saw- tooth hangers). Not exceeding 50″ in any direction. No ornate frames please.

Entry Fees: There is a non-refundable entry fee, for up to 3 pieces – $25 for non AVAA Members; $20 for current AVAA members. You may submit 3 images for consideration. Your entry fee helps support costs for the show. Thank you!

Payments and entries can be submitted on the APPLY HERE button below by PayPal, debit/credit card or venmo. You do not have to have a PayPal account to apply (Click on PayPal and click on the link that says Pay by debit or credit card. It will allow you to pay by credit card as a guest). Or, if paying by check, email entries and make check payable to AVAA and mailed by the deadline to Kelli Montgomery, c/o AVAA, 1700 Alcove Ct., Austin TX 78757.

To renew memberships, payment via PayPal (or as guest) on the AVAA website under Join Us at http://www.avaaonline.org/join-us. Please see drop down menu under AVAA Memberships & Programs and click on “Show Fee (Member) or (Non Member). Memberships may be renewed by entry deadline.

Questions, contact kelli@avaaonline.org

Entry Format: Only digital submissions will be accepted. Please upload your images (up to 3) through the APPLY HERE link.

Judging: Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries. Notifications will be by emailed by Aug. 19 at 5 p.m.

Sales: No commissions are taken on the artwork. Art must remain on display for the duration of the show. Payments to the artists will be made within 15 days after the close of show. Artists are responsible for their own sales tax. Work sold during the exhibition through credit card payment is subject to 4% processing fee (so please factor that into your price).

Regular gallery hours are: Fridays, noon-3, and Saturdays, 11-5.

Delivery: Hand-delivered work will be received at Austin Art Space on Sat., Aug. 23, noon-4 p.m.

Return of Artwork: Artists or artist representatives are responsible for picking up their work on Saturday, Sept 20, noon-4 pm. All works must be picked up on this date.

Promotion: Artists participating in the show are asked to promote the show held at Austin ArtSpace to their patrons and contacts. We are a volunteer-based group and need help spreading the word. Thank you!

APPLY HERE

Fill out the form on the APPLY HERE button by Mon., Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. Entry fee covers up to 3 works. If you have any questions, email kelli@avaaonline.org

Acceptance of artwork in this exhibition grants permission to use selected entries for publicity purposes. Neither AVAA, nor its resident artists, will be liable for loss or damage of any work submitted for this exhibition. By submitting artwork to this exhibition the artist agrees to the conditions set forth in this entry form.

AVAA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit serving Austin artists since 1977.

 

Group Shows at Austin ArtSpace!

Our next group show featuring Austin artists will be coming soon to Austin ArtSpace. Each exhibit features a diverse group of talented, multi-media artists from all backgrounds showcasing the creativity throughout Austin.  Please watch for our call for entries and consider joining us for our next group show. Our spring show will take place in April. Visit our call for entries here.

Resident Artist: Nia Olabesi

Artist Statement:

For me as a performer, creating art is another form of self expression. Working with acrylic bold colors and mediums and various viscosities inject rhythm and movement into my work. I achieve a vast range of textures using gels, mediums, pastes, mixed media and collage elements that give depth to my work. I find layering techniques a challenge, inspiring and absolutely liberating!

ART IS FREEDOM – FREE YOURSELF

About the Artist:  Hello. My name is Nia Olabesi, born and raised in Washington, D.C. I relocated to Austin, Texas in 2018 to be closer to my daughter and I love it here! I happily retired in 2011 with 38 years of federal government service and since then I’ve returned to my joy of being a painter, actor and entertainer. I am an accomplished jazz stylist, recording artist and singer-songwriter. I have performed extensively throughout the U.S. for over a decade, with my former jazz band The Nia Olabesi Trio. I am a self taught abstract artist. My medium of choice is acrylic mixed media and collage. I am currently a resident artist with Austin ArtSpace Gallery & Studios located in Austin.

Please see Nia Olabesi CV for a list of solo and group exhibits.

For more information:

Email: niaolabesi@gmail.com

 

Call for Entries – Spring Show

SPRING SHOW!!

Artists please join us for our next group show at Austin ArtSpace opening at the end of March.

Apply now to be in the show. Deadline coming son.

Call for entries here: https://conta.cc/43iGrYX

Please send your submissions to kelli@avaaonline.org

Spring Show Reception March 30th!

Join us for our Spring Show with an opening reception on Saturday March 30th, 5-7 p.m. Featuring new works from 15 local artists. Show runs to April 27th. Gallery hours are Fridays, noon-3, and Saturdays, 11-5.