Community Art Show sponsored by VECCA
This show is open to art that features any of the elements: earth, air, fire, and water, openly interpreted and including cultures that have more than four elements, such as wood (China) and aether (Greece). You can interpret this literally or symbolically, in representational art or abstraction. We are looking for a wide range of creative and interesting work!
On the application, you will need to provide an image of your work (an in-progress picture of it is okay!) along with the title, artist, and medium. This is a juried show, and participants will be notified by of acceptance after submission deadline is closed.
Some Examples
Art that depicts the elements, say a painting of fire or the ocean, would easily fit the theme, but you might also consider the way that elements interact with art. A ceramic piece starts with clay (earth), is shaped at the wheel (water), dried (air) and finished in a kiln (fire). Natural pigments are from the earth. Manipulating the drying process of a piece can involve water and air. Be creative!
Artists to check out for inspiration:
Lee Bae, J.M.W. Turner, Alison Holt, Edvard Munch, Steven Spazuk, Yves Klein, Brie Ruais, Sigmar Polke, Yazuo Mizui, David Hockney, Maya Lin.
Show Information
Show Location
VECCA Gallery, 123 S Main St. Woodstock, VA 22664.
Entry Deadline
December 28, 2025. Click here to fill out the Art Submission form.
Art Drop-off Date
December 28
Reception
January 10, 1-3pm.
Artwork Rules/Restrictions
We ask that artist try to work within the theme so that we can create a show that has visual cohesion under a wide range of perspectives. If you have questions, ask!
Entry Fee
$5 per entry. Up to 4 entries accepted per artist. Payable to VECCA in-person at the gallery, or use the online Art Show Entry Fee below.
If you pay online please print a copy of your receipt and bring it with you when you drop off your art.
Please note:
- VECCA Members get two free entries
- VECCA Gallery exhibition artists get another two free entries.
- All students get 2 free entries
- Student VECCA members get another two free entries.
Liability
Every effort will be made to ensure that artwork is handled with care; however, VECCA cannot be held responsible for loss or damage.
Art Pick Up
The show runs for 2 months, January and February. Pick up will be Sunday, March 1. 12 – 2pm.
Requirements
- VECCA membership is NOT required.
- All work submitted must be original, and you must have the copyright of your work. Work copied from other copyrighted or printed material (ie books, magazines, etc) or work copied from other Artists will not be accepted.
- Work must be labeled on the back with Artist, Title, Media, and Price.
- All work must be framed or with a finished look (e.g. clean sides, if a large unframed canvas)
- All art must wired to hang (NO SAWTOOTH HANGERS).
- Art must be physically and materially stable, and able to withstand gentle handling of installation.
Commision
A 30% commission is collected on all works sold and used to promote creative arts educational outreach programs through VECCA.
