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The Essential Figure

17th Annual Fine Art Figurative Show

Receiving -  Saturday, March 14th 1:00 - 4:00 

Show Dates - Friday to Sunday, March 20-22,  11am-4pm daily


Reception & Awards - Saturday March 21, 12:00 - 3:30pm, 

Awards presentation 1:30pm 

People's Choice Award - Sunday, March 22, 3:30pm

Artwork Pickup - March 22, 4-5pm


Show Location

Bothwell Arts Center

2466 Eighth St. Livermore

Map

Sincere thank you

Supported in part by a grant from the City of Livermore Commission for the Arts

Register for the Show

Online Registration

Artists can Pre-Register by March 13

Snail-Mail Registration

Register and pay Online

Snail-Mail Registration

Artists can Pre-Register by March 13

Snail-Mail Registration

Prospectus + Entry Form

Artists can Pre-Register by March 13

Artists can Pre-Register by March 13

Artists can Pre-Register by March 13

Pre-registration is optional, but encouraged because it's much quicker at Receiving. You must bring your work to the Bothwell on March 14th  from 1:00-4:00. 

Judge

John Carl Iacono

John Carl Iacono is a multidisciplinary artist whose life and career span fine art, film, sculpture, music, and education. After receiving a full scholarship and living on Treasure Island during his formative artistic years, he pursued a path that blended classical discipline with contemporary exploration. He later taught at the university level with the New York Film Academy, and contributed to major film productions including SpongeBob SquarePants, The Day After Tomorrow, Constantine, The Aviator, and Fresh. 


His early career included numerous gallery exhibitions and a strong street-art presence, supported by a foundation in figure drawing, sculpture, and guild modeling. In addition to his Bachelor’s degree in

Computer Science, he holds an AA in Art History, bridging traditional craft with technical fluency. 


Four years ago, a life-altering accident — being thrown from a vehicle — marked a profound turning point. During recovery, he made the conscious decision to release his former identity: deleting his archives, social media presence, exhibitions, and past works. From a hospital bed, he began again — not as a continuation, but as a rebirth. What followed was a deeper, metaphysical reconnection to why he pursued art in the first place. In collaboration with Ghada Jamal, he co-founded Jamal Iacono, an unprecedented collaborative practice in which two artists paint simultaneously on the same canvas — resulting in a groundbreaking

and highly successful gallery exhibition. Their philosophy reflects a belief that art is not merely about the individual, but about shared vision — the “we” rather than the “me.” Together, they documented the Livermore wine valley and surrounding hills across all four seasons, a body of work that continues to evolve. 

John Iacono

Receiving Requirements

  • All artwork must be labeled on the back with the artist’s name and contact information, title, medium and price. There are labels on the paper registration form. There is also a label sheet that you can download below. 
  • All 2-D artwork must be appropriately framed (or edges finished), WIRED with d-rings and ready for hanging. No sawtooth hooks.   
  • Works on Paper should be framed with a mat and behind glass or plastic

Volunteer!

Would you be interested in demonstrating, bringing food or beverage, helping with the show or being a host/hostess?


Yes? Contact Barbara Stanton

925-373-9638

microangelo@earthlink.net

Volunteer

Contact

Show chair, Barbara Stanton, can be contacted at microangelo@earthlink.net.

General Guidelines

  •  The competition is open to artists, 18 years and up, who can hand deliver their artwork (up to 4 pieces).
  • Artwork must be original and done by the artist. No class work or supervised work or work previously shown at past EF shows.
  • All media is accepted. 2-D & 3-D. No wet paintings. No AI please.
  • No prints, except hand pulled etchings or block prints, signed and numbered.
  • The exception would be photos or digital computer art. No AI please.
  • Pedestals will be provided for 3-D art works.
  • Cash awards depend on # of entrants. No entrant will receive more than one cash award.
  • Artists are encouraged to submit a brief bio and/or artist statement.
  • Artists are encouraged to bring up to 20 unframed, matted pieces (prints or originals in plastic bags) for sales area (not part of the competition). We also have room for some greeting cards. Label each piece with Artist name, title, medium & price and provide a corresponding sheet with a list of that info. Please bring only figurative pieces in keeping with the theme of the show.
  • A commission of 20% will be charged on all sales. Sales made at the art show will be collected by LAA, then proceeds payed to the artists afterwards. Sales tax will be collected & paid by LAA.
  • Artists are encouraged to demonstrate or act as host/hostess during the show.
  • Any help with Publicity for the show will be appreciated!
  • The subject should be about the human figure, whether or not they are nude. This includes portraits.
  • Please do not enter pieces that are overly sexually provocative. This is a figurative show, not an erotic show.

Entry Fees

LAA members

  • 1-2 entries $35
  • 3 entries $45
  • 4 entries $55 (max)

Non-members

  • 1-2 entries $45
  • 3 entries $55
  • 4 entries $65 (max)

This fee is non-refundable and must be paid in advance online or accompany your submission.

Awards

  • Cash awards depend on the number of entrants. 
  • No entrant will receive more than one cash award. 

Sales & Sales Table

  • Artists are encouraged to bring up to 10 unframed, matted pieces (prints or originals) in plastic bags for the sales area (not part of the competition). We also have room for some greeting cards. 
  • Label each piece with Artist name, title, medium and price, and provide a corresponding sheet with a list of that info. 
  • A commission of 20% will be charged on all sales (show artwork and sales table). Sales made at the art show will be collected by LAA, then proceeds paid to the artists afterwards. Sales tax will be collected & paid by LAA. 

Volunteering

  • Artists are encouraged to demonstrate or act as host/hostess during the show. 
  • Any help with publicity for the show will be appreciated!

Payments

  • Cash, check, credit card and PayPal are accepted. 
  • To use credit card or PayPal you need to pre-register using the online form. 
  • Make checks payable to Livermore Art Association. 

Preparing Artwork

  • All artwork must be labeled on the back with the artist’s name and contact information, title, medium and price. If you enter online your label page is attached to your confirmation email. If you use the paper entry form, labels are at the bottom of the page. 
  • All 2-D artwork must be appropriately framed, or edges finished, WIRED with d-rings and ready for hanging. No sawtooth hooks.  
  • Works on Paper should be framed with a mat and behind glass or plastic.

Downloads

Essential Figure Entry form 2026 (pdf)

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Just the Artwork labels (pdf)

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