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

• 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

All of these 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.

• 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 20 watercolor cats, 12 macrame owls, and 10 oil portraits of historical figures. Anyone who brings us this exact combination of items will get their entry fee refunded :)

• If you submit more than 40 total, we may not be able to hang all of them for opening night. Anything beyond that number may be used as backstock, and will be hung before we open on Saturday.

• Once we hit 3500 pledged pieces, we will impose a 10 piece limit on new entries. This doesn’t affect anyone who signed up previously. It will be obvious on the application when this goes into effect. We have no idea when we will hit that number; might be a day, might be a month. Sign up early if you know you want to submit more than 10 pieces.

• Entry fee is $20 regardless of whether you submit 1 piece or 100. If you submit a large quantity of pieces, and wish to tip us for our extra trouble, we wouldn’t say no. Not necessary, but always appreciated.

• Nothing taped! 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.

• Pieces do not need to be “family friendly”. We may, however, choose to hang those pieces higher up on the wall, or in a separate area.

• We do not accept culturally appropriated items. Be aware and do not use motifs and themes that are not yours to use. If you have any questions, contact us.

• These decisions will be made by us based solely on our own opinions.

• There is no incentive for people to come to the show if they can just buy the pieces 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.