Show Runs March 15th to April 11th 2026
Entry into the fine art juried show is NOW open to all Artists 18 and over. This is a wonderful opportunity for artists to have their work seen in the new Severson Center at HD South in Gilbert, Arizona, and to win cash prizes! Be sure and note that the entry deadline to submit your work for consideration ends on February 22nd 2026.
The art will hang in the Severson Center at HD South. During that time, if your art sells, you will receive 80% of the listed price and HD South will receive 20%.
Questions about the show can be directed to hello2@gval.org.
Important Entry Information
- Member Fee: $45
- Non Member Fee: $55
- All fees final
- You may enter 1 – 3 pieces up to 50”
- Artwork must have been created within the last 2 years (artwork created after January 2024).
- Art juried and judged by independent art experts.
- Cash prizes awarded in all eligible categories at reception.
- Deadline to enter art is February 22nd
- Accepted artworks/artists will be notified after February 28th.
- Art drop off at HD South – Thursday, March 12th from 6:00 to 8:00 pm
- Art pick up at HD South – Sunday, April 12th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm
- All art juried into the show, MUST be displayed in the gallery for the entire show.
- Opening reception, Sunday March 15th 2:00 to 4:00 pm
- Artwork sold at the Reception can be taken that day
- All art sales must go through GVAL
Eligibility
- This show is open to all artists 18 or older. Original art may be in 2- or 3 -dimensional form in any media and may be current or art created after January 2024. GVAL reserves the right to refuse any and all artwork submitted. Artwork must be the artist’s original concept, design and execution. Prints of the artist’s original work, including Giclée, will not be accepted, except for photographic or digital art prints created by the artist. Artwork created in a class or workshop setting is not eligible.
- 2 dimensional artwork must be framed OR gallery wrapped canvas (1 1/2″ minimum depth) with no visible staples. Gallery wrapped pieces must have finished edges. Artwork must be WIRED to hang. Sawtooth hangers will not be accepted.
- All artwork juried into the show needs to be labeled on the back with the artist name and title of art piece.
- 3 dimensional works must be able to stand on their own, or hang in a safe manner. If your piece requires a stand you will need to provide it and the size restrictions below must be followed.
- Artwork must be appropriate for family viewing in regard to theme, character and design.
- Artwork must have been created within the last 2 years.
- Artwork must be available for the full term of the exhibition. Artwork sold at the gallery will be available after April 12th.
- All artwork accepted into the show will also be available online through gval.org.
When entering your work…
- Be sure that you double check the name of your entry title before uploading.
- Ensure that your artwork is cropped and that the digital jpeg of your work is clear. Images need to be submitted without the frame and the correct side up for viewing.
- Jpegs should be at least 900 pixels on the longest side. Ideal size is 1500 pixels.
GVAL Members
Would you like your artwork entered for the GILBERT CITY AWARD ($200 cash prize)?
The city officials will select a members artwork by their committee.
Art selected will be displayed after April 12th. The city will display selected art for 3-6 months at the City Hall Complex.
Artists retain all the rights to their artwork. Art can be for sale or not for sale.
In the form below, before you upload your artwork, select Yes or No, if you would like your work considered for the Gilbert City Award. You must be a GVAL Member to qualify.