The Essential Figure

1. The competition is open to all artists who can hand deliver their artwork (up to 4 pieces).  
2. Artwork must be original and done by the artist. No class work or supervised work.  
3. All media is accepted. 2-D & 3-D. No wet paintings.
4. No prints, except hand pulled etchings or block prints, signed and numbered. The exception would be photos or digital computer art.  
5. Pedestals will be provided for 3-D art work. 
6. Artists are encouraged to submit a brief bio and/or artist statement. 
7. The subject should be about the human figure, whether or not they are nude. This includes portraits. 
8. Please do not enter pieces that are overly sexually provocative. This is a figurative show, not an erotic show.

Cash awards depend on the number of entrants. 

No entrant will receive more than one cash award. 

• A commission of 20% will be charged on all sales. 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. 
• 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 & price and provide a corresponding sheet with a list of that info. 

Artists are encouraged to demonstrate or act as host/hostess during the show. 

Any help with publicity for the show or refreshments brought in for the reception will be appreciated!

Limit 4 entries 

LAA members: 1st- entree $ 30. each additional entry $ 25. (max. # 4) 

Non-members: 1st entree $ 40. each additional entry $ 35. (max. # 4) 

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

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. 

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