Durango Arts Center Members are invited to enter one piece of artwork of any medium in the non-juried annual exhibit. No entry fee required – artist must be a current member of the Durango Arts Center to take part. As selected by a members’ survey and vote last year, this year’s theme will be “Identity”. We hope all artists will find this an broad opportunity to be inspired by self reflection and expression around concept of ”Identity”.

“Identity is the way we perceive and express ourselves. Factors and conditions that an individual is born with—such as ethnic heritage, sex, or one’s body—often play a role in defining one’s identity. However, many aspects of a person’s identity change throughout his or her life. People’s experiences can alter how they see themselves or are perceived by others. Conversely, their identities also influence the decisions they make: Individuals choose their friends, adopt certain fashions, and align themselves with political beliefs based on their identities. Many artists use their work to express, explore, and question ideas about identity.”

– Definition from The Museum of Modern Art, NYC, NY

Awards:

Although this exhibit is not juried, there will be cash prizes for Best of Show, 2nd and 3rd Place winners. These will be selected by the DAC Executive Director and Board President. The Durango Chamber of Commerce “Reflections of Durango” award in the amount of $250 will be selected from the artwork in the exhibition. The choice is made by Chamber of Commerce Board Members. The selected artwork will be reproduced (1000 prints) and distributed to all Chamber members. The Durango Chamber of Commerce has first option to purchase the artwork for possible auction at their Annual Awards Event.

Best of Show: $250

2nd Place: $125

3rd Place: $75

How to Enter: Make sure your membership is current. Fill out the entry form below. On Tuesday, Oct. 2nd, 11am – 4pm, bring your artwork with completed entry form and label affixed to the back of the piece.  Artist biographies or artist statements are encouraged (one 8.5″x11″ sheet of paper). These will be placed in a binder and displayed on a lit pedestal in the gallery for visitors to read. The DAC encourages artists to offer their work for sale. DAC will retain 40% commission from each sale of work during exhibit; the sale price indicated should reflect this commission.

2018 Annual Members’ Exhibition Calendar:

10/2: Artwork Drop Off, 11am – 4pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery, DAC

10/5: Opening Reception, 5pm – 7pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery, DAC

10/13: Featured Programming:

Identity: ACT for DAC,Professional Development Workshop by Heather Martinez, 9am – 4pm

Objectives

Identify where you are in your art career/life, within the community, and what you want to create next for yourself.

Learn why writing is important and how it can help you tell your story 3 ways: social media, artist statement, when networking.

Find the resources you need to support your art career.

REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP

Durango Artists’ Identity Panel Discussion and Networking, 4pm – 7pm,

What does it mean to identify as a Durango or Four Corners Artist?

10/26: Last Day Exhibit! Barbara Conrad Gallery, DAC

10/27: Artwork Pick Up, 10am – 1pm, Barbara Conrad Gallery, DAC, Please be timely!

2018 Entry Form: Identity

The Annual Members’ Exhibition is made possible by the 2018 exhibits season sponsors: Don and Judy Hayes, Russell Engineering and Oxford Asset Management.