The Joyful Canvas

Please download and read the full prospectus. If there is a difference between the downloaded version and the web page, refer to the downloaded version. The following is provided for quick reference. 

Please direct any questions to the show co-chairs: 

Joann Douk jmdouk@sbcglobal.net, 949-235-8552

Anuja Goyal anuja.agarwal06@gmail.com

Entry deadline - August 1, 2023

Acceptance notices - August 12, 2023

Friday evening, August 18

• Artwork drop-off and hanging 5:30 - 6:45 pm 
• Show reception, judging and awards 7-9 pm. 
• Carnegie Park, Livermore

Show - August 19 to October 6, 2023

Artwork Pickup - October 6 afternoon. Details to follow.

 A photo of your piece must be submitted at the time of entry. Ensure it is a good quality image as it will be used for jurying. Prepare your image and name your file as follows:

• Image of artwork only. Do not include mat and frame. 
• Jpeg format only, 1200 pixels on shortest side; 72-96 DPI 
• Name the file Lastname_title.jpg

1. All forms of 2-D artwork will be considered including painting, printmaking, photography, drawings and mixed media works. No wet paintings. 
2. Artwork cannot have been in a previous JMH show. 
3. Artwork must be original and done by the artist. No class work or supervised work.  
4. Artwork must be framed—finished size of 16” x 20” minimum and 30” x 40” maximum—ready to hang, weighing no more than 8 pounds each. See details about preparing artwork below.

1. This is a juried show. Submission of work does not guarantee acceptance into this show. 
2. Artists may enter up to three pieces for jurying. There is room for 30 - 40 pieces of art. The number of pieces chosen depends on the size and quality of the work submitted. 
3. A digital image of your piece must be submitted at the time of entry. Ensure it is a good quality image as it will be used for jurying. 
4. Artwork must be framed— finished size of 16” x 20” minimum and 30” x 40” maximum—ready to hang, weighing no more than 8 pounds each. See details about preparing artwork below. 
5. Accepted artwork must be shown at the reception. If you cannot be there for drop-off and hanging contact the show chair to make arrangements. 
6. JMH Auxiliary reserve the right to refuse any artwork that it determines, in their sole discretion, to be unsuitable for exhibition in the Auxiliary Gallery. Subject matter that may be objectionable to the public (nudity, obscenity, extreme political or religious views) 

All fees are non-refundable. 

• LAA members - $30 for up to 3 pieces
• Non-members - $40 for up to 3 pieces.

Check, credit card and PayPal are accepted. Make checks payable to Livermore Art Association.

There will be one Best in Show $100 and merit awards of $50 each. 

• John Muir Health Auxiliary will manage all sales.
• 20% commission will be taken. (10% for JHM Aux and 10% to LAA)
• Artwork sold will remain on display until the show is over. 

• All artwork must be labeled on the back with the artist’s name and contact information, title, medium and price.  There is a label sheet that you can download below. 
• All artwork must be appropriately framed or edges finished, WIRED with d-rings and ready for hanging. No sawtooth hooks. Finished artwork must be 16” x 20” minimum and 30” x 40” maximum—ready to hang, weighing no more than 8 pounds each. 
• No wet paintings.
• Ensure the picture wire is strong enough for the weight of the painting. Fasten the wire securely with the ends taped. D-rings should be no more than 5 inches from the top edge (or top 3rd). Center of wire should reach 2 inches below the top of frame.  
• Oil, acrylic, and mixed media paintings may be presented unframed if the work is on gallery wrapped canvas, meaning canvas which is adhered to the back of the stretcher bars, not the sides. All edges must be finished with paint and no staples, brads, or other fasteners visible from the front or sides. 
• Watercolors, pastels, etc. must be sealed and varnished or under plexiglass/acrylic. NO GLASS

1. Artists must ensure their art is dropped off and picked up during the designated times. 
2. Accepted artwork must be shown at the reception and for the duration of the show. If you cannot be there for drop-off and hanging contact the show chair to make arrangements. Artwork drop-off and hanging is August 18th, 5:30 - 6:45 pm. Artwork arriving after 6:45 will not be hung until after judging. Only hung artwork will be judged. 
3. LAA will be transporting the artwork to and from the JMH Aspen Surgery Center in Walnut Creek. 
4. Artwork Pickup is October 6 afternoon. Details to follow.

JMH Walnut Creek Auxiliary and Livermore Art Association (LAA) reserves the right to photograph any or all artwork for online posting or other promotional purposes. 

JMH asks that artwork be for sale, though NFS artwork will be accepted. The individual artist must set their own sale price for the artwork up to a maximum of $1,500. 

John Muir Health or Livermore Art Association is not responsible for any damages or losses. John Muir Health (JMH) will maintain property damage and loss insurance on the artwork while on display at the Aspen Center. The maximum purchase price, per painting, covered by this insurance is $1,500 with a $500 deductible. JMH or LAA are NOT responsible for the deductible. JMH will endeavor to exercise standard security precautions and the artist understands John Muir Health cannot be held responsible for protecting the artwork or damages. 

LAA will endeavor to protect the artwork while in their care and the artist understands Livermore Art Association cannot be held responsible for damages to the artwork.
Not-for-sale (NFS) artworks will NOT be insured by John Muir Health or Livermore Art Association while on display at the Aspen Surgery Center for the duration of the exhibit.  The artist is responsible for their own insurance.