Whitewater Arts Alliance Members’ show 2024

November 1 - December 20, 2024

(closed November 28 - December 1 for Thanksgiving)

Reception: Sunday, November 3, 12pm to 3pm

The Whitewater Arts Alliance (WAA) is thrilled to announce its 2024 Members' Show, an annual tradition that highlights the talents of the WAA members. WAA invites all current members to take part in this special exhibition, which offers a chance for artists to display their artwork, connect with other artists, and celebrate the creative spirit that makes Whitewater unique.

Every November and December, the Cultural Arts Center is filled with art from its members of all ages and skill levels. This exhibition highlights the creativity within our community and showcases a wide variety of styles and mediums. It’s a wonderful way to see what’s inspiring our local artists as they share their work.

Join us for the opening reception on Sunday, November 3, from 12 pm-3 pm at the Whitewater Arts Alliance's Cultural Arts Center, 402 W Main St, Whitewater. This special event will feature the artists behind the artwork. Learn more about their inspirations, and enjoy light refreshments in a vibrant gallery setting.

The exhibition will include two exciting opportunities for visitors. They will have the chance to vote for their favorite piece, and the artist with the most votes will be announced on Saturday, December 21. Visitors can also sign up to be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a FREE 2024 WAA membership! The winner will be drawn at the end of the exhibition.

In conjunction with this year’s Members’ Show, WAA and the Whitewater Senior High Class of 1961 are sponsoring the “Paint Wisconsin” - Marilyn Fuerstenberg Legacy Campaign. Anyone who contributes to the Paint Wisconsin - Marilyn Fuerstenberg Legacy Campaign between November 3 and December 20, during the Annual Members Show, will be entered into a drawing for one of two Marilyn Fuerstenberg’s original watercolor paintings.

Additionally, attendees of the Annual Members Show who purchase a raffle ticket, will have a chance to win one of three original paintings by Tom Jewell, a recognized regional artist, Class of 1961 alum, and close friend of Marilyn. There will be separate winners for each drawing.

One of the many perks of being a WAA member is that members may submit up to three pieces of their original artwork with no entry fees. Additionally, there are no commission fees. Artists will keep 100% of the proceeds from any artwork sold during the show.

Whether you’re a participating artist or an enthusiastic supporter, we welcome you to join us in making the 2024 Members’ Show a memorable event for all. Let’s celebrate the arts together! If you would like to become a member, visit our website page (https://www.whitewaterarts.org/membership) and fill out a membership form.

Donations are essential for this campaign’s success, and contributions of all sizes are welcomed. Donations can be made via check or online through the Whitewater Arts Alliance website.

With the community's support, the Whitewater Arts Alliance can bring Marilyn Fuerstenberg’s vision to life, celebrating the arts and creating a lasting legacy in our community.


EXHIBIT WEB PAGE

  • (this page): whitewaterarts.org/member-show-2024

CONTACTS

  • Mary Nevicosi, Exhibit Co-Chair - wwartsalliance@gmail.com

  • Jeff McDonald, Exhibit Co-Chair - waa.franachen@gmail.com

AWARDS

  • Viewers’ Choice Award

  • Random Drawing for 2024 WAA Membership

KEY DATES

  • Entry Deadline: Sunday, October 27, 11:59pm.

  • Show Dates: November 1 - December 20, 2024

  • Opening Reception: Sunday, November 3, 12pm - 3pm

  • Artwork Delivery Times:

    • Tuesday, October 29 (4pm - 6pm)

    • Wednesday, October 30 (4pm - 6pm)

  • Gallery Exhibit Dates: November 1 - December 20, 2024

  • Artwork Pickup Time: Saturday, December 21, 2024 (12pm - 4pm)

  • Viewers’ Choice Award Announcement: Saturday, December 21, 2024

ENTRY FEES

  • NONE. This is one benefit of being a WAA member.

COMMISSION

  • NONE. - Another member benefit is that there is no commission charge on sales of artwork from the Member Exhibition.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

General

  • Any current member of the Whitewater Arts Alliance may submit up to a maximum of three pieces of their original artwork.

  • Submitted pieces should represent work completed during the last two years.

  • Submitted pieces must be original. If a piece references or reproduces a photograph, the artist is to have taken the original photograph(s).  

  • Submitted 2-dimensional pieces must be wired and ready for hanging. Pedestals are available for 3-dimensional pieces, but if a display case is needed, the artist is to provide it.

  • An online entry must be submitted and received by Entry Deadline (listed above). 

  • An artwork identification tag is to be attached to each entry when delivered.

  • Artwork is to be delivered to the CAC gallery during the listed Artwork Delivery Time, and picked up there at the listed Artwork Pickup Time.

Usage Rights  

  • Artist maintains copyright to their artwork but grants WAA permission to use photographs of the artwork for WAA promotional purposes. 

  • Artist grants WAA permission to use photograph(s) and/or video images of their artwork on WAA’s website. 

  • The artist shall indemnify and hold WAA harmless from and against any loss, expense or damage occasioned by any claim, demand, suit or recovery against WAA, arising out of any alleged use of the image which violates or breaches a third party's property rights.

Note Cards/Postcards 

  • WAA may print note cards and/or postcards using photographs of the artwork selected for Viewers’ Choice Awards. 

  • To be considered for Viewers’ Choice awards, the artist consents to allowing WAA to use a photograph of the awarded artwork for the production of note cards and/or postcards.

  • The artist retains all rights to the artwork and will be identified as the creator of the image.

  • All profits from the sale of these postcards/note cards will benefit WAA and the Cultural Arts Center.  

Commission on Sales  

  • WAA does not charge commission on sales made during the member show.

  • WAA collects and submits sales taxes.   

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