Policies & Procedures

  • Exhibition Guidelines:

    Artwork must be framed or properly gallery wrapped; no loose glass over mats and all artwork must have proper wiring and all wiring must be secure. Painting on the sides of the stretchers is unacceptable unless it is properly gallery wrapped 1 ½” or more for the purpose of hanging unframed. Poorly presented work will be neither judged nor displayed. Artwork cannot exceed 45” x 48” framed except for the Gift Show Exhibit where the framed size is no larger than 16” x 20”. There may be exceptions for exhibits at outside venues. Please do not use plastic frames. Plexiglass, in place of glass, however, is acceptable. Our intention is to sell your artwork; please present a saleable, clean, and neat piece of artwork. Entry must not have been exhibited at the same venue; for example, an entry cannot be exhibited twice at CCAC, but may be exhibited once at CCAC and again as part of a CCAC exhibit at an outside venue.

For painters of all media:

Entries must be of original work, they cannot be a copy of another painting; a magazine or newspaper photo, or any type of reproduction; the entry must be the artist's own composition.

For Photography:

Photographs used must be the artist's own. Photo editing apps and programs such as Photoshop and Lightroom may be used to enhance original photographs. Digital scans, stock, image downloads or word generated AI images may not be used.

For Digital Art:

All work should be of the artist’s own creation. Digital painting, digital collage and digital photographic work can use AI images as a component, but not solely as the created work. Editing software or apps that use components which are not generated by the artist, use of components of an image that are potentially recognizable by the original artist, or any use of word generated AI must be disclosed despite ownership or copyright agreements. No crafts or commercial prints may be accepted. All work entered MUST be for sale (except for Class Act Exhibit). When a painting is sold, the CCAC commission fee is 35% for members (40% for non-members in open juried exhibits). Work submitted must not be older than 3 years.

Artist must be living (exceptions to this rule will be announced). CCAC has limited storage space. Please pick up artwork on the specified date after an exhibit. After six months, artwork will be considered donated to CCAC. CCAC is not responsible for the loss or damage of works. Artists should provide their own insurance coverage. CCAC reserves the right to reproduce accepted works on our website, and for any advertising or promotional purposes.

Submission into our exhibitions indicates acceptance of these conditions.

The above guidelines apply to most CCAC exhibitions. There may be some exceptions for a specific event or exhibition and will be detailed in the prospectus. While we do our best to have sold work remain for the entire exhibit, upon occasion we may allow a patron to take the painting, rather than lose the sale. Submission into our exhibitions indicates acceptance of these conditions.

Gift Shop Procedures

The Gift Shop is a wonderful opportunity for our members to sell their artwork.

To sell in the Gift Shop, you must be a current member.

Every piece in the Gift Shop will be juried in. You can bring your work to the Art Center during business hours at any time. The work will be juried weekly. A timely pickup is expected if your work has not been accepted.

Commission split is 60%/40% for all gift shop sales.

We will accept all forms of original art including, but not limited to, prints, ceramics, jewelry, paintings, photography, accessories, stained glass, note cards, fabric art, tiles, books, and sculpture.

There is a limit of 5 pieces per member, or as determined by sales.

Our new inventory sheet must accompany the artwork. Flatwork labeling: Securely fasten, to the back of your work, the following information: Date-including the year, full name, title, medium, and price on your business card or card-sized label.

PRINTS of various sizes are acceptable and must be either matted or backed by rigid material (foam board, etc.) and wrapped in cellophane or other professional clear packaging and contain your label inside the cellophane.

OTHER pieces should be submitted individually including full name, description, medium, and price within each bag.

FRAMED WORK must be no bigger than 8”×10”, including mat and frame. Gallery wraps must be a minimum of 1 ½” deep. Professional presentation is expected, which includes proper wiring. Sawtooth hangers, holes in the back and poorly presented work will not be accepted.

It is strongly suggested that every artist keep a record of their own inventory.

Please note that the space in the Gift Shop is limited. Every effort will be made to display as many works as possible. We reserve the right to switch out work to keep the gallery offerings fresh. If we choose this option, it is usually due to seasonal subject matter, and you will be contacted to pick up your work.

CCAC will take all possible care in handling artwork but cannot be responsible for loss or damage from any cause. We recommend that artists insure their work while it is at the Gallery. The Artist is responsible for taking inventory of their items. Incomplete inventory/sales sheets will have the unlisted items rejected for display. After 24 months, your items will be considered donated to CCAC if you have not picked them up. Your cooperation is appreciated.

Questions?

Please call the office at 508-362-2909 or email info@capecodartcenter.org

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