• Square inches are found by multiplying height and width. 6in x 6in = 36 square inches, 5x7 =35, 4x6 = 24, and so on.

• We care about the amount of wall space your pieces takes up. Be sure to measure the outside edges of your finished piece, including the frame and any pieces that extend beyond the edges of the canvas. Anything with a total size larger than 36 square inches will not be hung.

• If your piece is framed, we care about the size of the frame, not the piece inside it. If you stick a 5x7 piece into a frame, chances are the total size will be too large!

• No squares that hang diagonally.

This means NO:

• Prints

• Digital photographs

• Pieces that are strictly laser cut / 3D printed

• Digital art

• Jewelry or anything else that isn't meant to hang on a wall.

All of the above mentioned wall art mediums are acceptable as long as you work into each individual piece in an analog way. Embroider over your photographs. Hand paint each laser cut piece. Cut elements out of your prints and Mod Podge ‘em onto an old book cover. Jewelry isn’t acceptable regardless of what goes into it!

• ALL frames / canvases will need a hanger attached. Literally all of them.

• Please place hangers within one inch of the top.

• Plastic saw tooth hangers are not acceptable. Metal only. Hammer in, glue on, screw in, whatever.

• Use industrial adhesives like E6000 (no white glue or tape!)

• Use at least two pads regardless of the shape of your piece.

• If you’re using frames, you must remove the flap that allows it to stand. Otherwise we will rip it off.

However:

• You may only submit 20 pieces of any specific theme / medium / etc. For example: you can bring us 12 pastel landscapes, 10 collaged still lifes, 8 sculptural wall hangings, and 4 motivational abstracts. Anyone who brings us this exact combination of items will get their entry fee refunded :)

• Half of what you submit will be put out before opening night. The other half will be split between Saturday and Sunday.

• NOTHING TAPED.

• NO STICKERS.

• Please use the same name you use on your application (if the name you use differs from what is used for payment purposes, please let us know when you sign up). If you wish to include other contact info on your piece, go for it.

• If we can’t read your name, we can’t pay you.

• This includes a broad range of subject matter and content, including (but not limited to!): nudity, swears, and possibly politics. A lot of these decisions are out of our hands! We will do everything we can to get your pieces in front of buyers, but please be aware that they will not be as seen as the “family friendly” art. We happy to chat about this more thoroughly through email :)

• We do not accept culturally appropriated items. Be aware and do not use motifs and themes that are not yours to use.

• There is no refund if your pieces don't make it onto the wall.

• Please do not sell any pieces before the show. There is no incentive for people to come to the show if they can just buy things directly from the comfort of their home.

• Tag @20dollarartshowbend if you want us to reshare.

• There is no refund for entry fees if your pieces do not make it onto the wall.

• If you have any questions or doubts, contact us through the form. We’d much rather steer you in the right direction than have to reject something.

Can my kid submit? What if I don’t live in Bend? What do you mean when you say “original art”? Can I collaborate with a friend? Check the FAQ’s page! If it still isn’t covered, message us. We’re happy to help clear up any confusion.

We'd literally rather come to your house and talk you through the process than have to reject pieces during drop-offs.