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Accepted Artists


53rd Annual Juried Art Exhibition
Congratulations!
Be sure to download the Artist's Contract for important information on drop off and pickup  dates and times and bring it with you to artwork dropoff or send them to [email protected].
Download Artist Contract
Artwork Delivery Dates
Friday drop off, November 1, 10am – 2pm
Saturday drop off, November 2, 10am – 2pm
Shipping—please plan for shipped art to arrive by November 4, 2024 or earlier (but not before October 31) and include a prepaid return shipping label inside your package.

Artwork Pick Up Dates 
Return shipping, ASAP after close of exhibition
Tuesday pick up, December 17, 10am – 4pm
Wednesday pick up, December 18, 10am – 4pm
Thursday pick up, December 19, 10am – 7pm​

Opening Reception:
Friday, November 8, 5 – 8pm
Sensory Friendly Quiet Hour 5-6pm
Award Presentation 7pm

Ekphrastacy | Artists Talk + Poets Respond:                
Thursday, December 5
Doors Open at 6:30pm
Poetry Begins at 7pm
Your artwork may be chosen by a local poet to create an original poem, to be performed at this unique and exciting event. If chosen, your presence is requested so that you may speak at this event before the poet performs. Please keep this date open on your calendar.

​VIP Jury Talk:
Friday, November 22, 6 – 8pm

Check out this video from last year's Ekphrastacy Poetry Night:


FREE and open to all
Valley Art Center, The Bowen Gallery
155 Bell St, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022

Social Media Toolkit:

To make the most of this exhibition and get your followers excited to support you, below are a few examples of what social media posts you can make for being accepted and for the exhibition opening!
Example 1: Announcement Post (Instagram/Facebook) 📣
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Exciting News! 🎨 I'm thrilled to share that my work has been accepted into the 53rd Annual Juried Art Exhibition at Valley Art Center (@valleyartcenter)! 🖼️✨ This show features amazing pieces from talented artists across the region, and I’m so excited to be part of it!
Join me for the Opening Reception on November 8th and explore incredible art, including my [insert artwork name]! 💫
📅 Exhibition Dates: November 8 - December 16
📍 Location: Valley Art Center in Chagrin Falls, OH
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Example 2: Countdown Post (Instagram Stories/Facebook Post)
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🖌️ 1 Week Until the Opening! 🖌️ I’m counting down the days until the 53rd Annual Juried Art Exhibition opens at Valley Art Center (@valleyartcenter)! 🎉 It’s an honor to have my piece, [insert artwork name], featured in this incredible show.
Come out to the Opening Reception on November 8th to see my work along with a diverse collection of paintings, sculptures, and more from talented artists in the area.
💥 Save the Date! 💥
📍 Valley Art Center in Chagrin Falls, OH
📅 November 8th from 5-8pm, 5-6pm Sensory Friendly Quiet Hour
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