SLAL Fall Art Show

The South Lake Art League invites artists of all experience levels to submit their original work for the Fall Art Show, a juried exhibition celebrating visual arts in South Lake County. Selected works of art will be displayed in the South Lake Art League Gallery from October 1-12, providing artists with the opportunity to exhibit their work and compete for cash awards.

Awards will be presented by the exhibition juror as follows:

  • First Place: $500
  • Second Place: $200
  • Third Place: $150

Artists are invited to submit their strongest original work for consideration during the official entry window, August 9-September 18, 2026. Submissions do not guarantee acceptance into the exhibition. If your work is selected, you will receive an email with artwork acceptance notification, artwork delivery dates and times, exhibition details, and artwork pickup information.

We look forward to showcasing a diverse collection of outstanding artwork from our community and beyond.

Fall Art Show Entry Guidelines

Overview

The South Lake Art League invites artists of all experience levels to submit their work for the Fall Art Show, a juried exhibition celebrating the visual arts in South Lake County. Selected works of art will be displayed in the South Lake Art League Gallery from October 1-12, 2026, providing artists with the opportunity to exhibit their work and compete for cash awards.

Entry Deadline

Entries must be submitted between August 9, 2026, and September 18, 2026, by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.

Important Dates

  • Entry period begins: August 9, 2026
  • Entry Deadline: September 18, 2026, 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time
  • Acceptance Notifications: September 21, 2026
  • Drop Off: October 1, 2026 (or by appointment)
  • Exhibition Dates: October 1-12, 2026
  • Judging: October 10, 2026
  • Reception and Awards: October 12, 2026

Awards

  • First Place: $500
  • Second Place: $200
  • Third Place: $150

Eligibility

  • The exhibition is open to artists 18 years of age and older.
  • All submitted works of art must be the original work of the submitting artist.
  • The artist must hold all rights to the submitted images.
  • AI-generated images are not eligible. 
  • Works of art previously exhibited in a South Lake Art League Fall Art Show are not eligible.

Submission Requirements

  • Complete one application per artist.
  • Artists may submit up to FOUR (4) works of original art.
  • Each work of art must be submitted with the required artwork information and a digital image.
  • Submission does not guarantee acceptance into the exhibition.
  • Entry fees are non-refundable.

Selection Process

  • Submitted works of art will be reviewed by the exhibition committee.
  • Selection is based on artistic merit, the goals of the exhibition, and available exhibition space.
  • Accepted works of art will be eligible for awards selected by the exhibition juror.
  • All selection and award decisions are final.

Accepted Artwork

If your artwork is accepted:

  • The exhibited work of art must match the submitted image exactly. No substitutions will be permitted.
  • Artwork must be professionally presented and ready to hang.
  • Secure wire hanging hardware is required. Sawtooth hangers are not accepted.
  • Framed entries are limited to a maximum overall size of 24″ × 20″ (including frame).
  • Artwork must be delivered and picked up during the published dates and times.
  • The South Lake Art League reserves the right to decline any accepted work that differs substantially from the submitted image or does not meet the exhibition’s presentation requirements.

Liability

While every reasonable effort will be made to protect exhibited artwork, the South Lake Art League is not responsible for loss or damage occurring during transit to or from the exhibition. Artists are encouraged to insure their work.

Image Use

By submitting an entry, the artist grants the South Lake Art League permission to use submitted images for exhibition publicity, marketing, social media, the League website, and other exhibition-related promotional materials. Copyright remains with the artist.

Entry Fee

A non-refundable entry fee is required. Entries are not considered complete until both the application and payment have been received. Entry fees are:

  • $8 Current Members
  • $10 Non-Members

Agreement

Submission of an application constitutes acceptance of these guidelines and all exhibition requirements.

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