Welcome, Cuesta College Students! The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery is excited to host the 2025 Cuesta Student Annual Art Exhibition. We are looking forward to seeing all of your artwork.
About the Juror:
Originally from suburban Chicago, Sara Frantz earned her BS from the University of Wisconsin – Madison and a MFA in Painting from the University of Texas at Austin. Her drawings and paintings explore the false barriers that create more imagined than real distances between two points of view. Scenes of hope and want, but also powerlessness, depicted in flat color and faux digital paint marks. Represented by the David Shelton Gallery in Houston and Muriel Guepin Gallery in New York, her work has been included in internationally recognized art fairs, national solo and group exhibitions. In addition, she has attended various artist residencies including Cow House Studios in Ireland, Vermont Studio Center, and NES Residency in Iceland. Frantz currently splits her time between Los Angeles and San Luis Obispo. www.sarajfrantz.com
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Cuesta College Student Annual Art Exhibition 2025
Who is eligible to register artwork?
Any student enrolled at Cuesta College during the 2024 – 2025 school year is eligible to register and submit artwork.
What types of artworks are accepted?
The exhibition will feature artwork from seven (7) different categories: Ceramics, Drawing, Graphic Design / Digital Art, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.
How many pieces can I register?
Each student can register and submit up to three pieces for consideration.
Is there a registration fee?
No, there is no registration fee for the Cuesta College Student Annual Art Exhibition.
What are the registration deadlines?
The registration deadline is April 4, 2025, at 4 pm. Late registrations will not be considered.
What are the submission deadlines?
Registered artwork should be dropped off and submitted at The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery March 31 - April 4, 2025, from 9 am - 4 pm. Artwork that is not dropped off and submitted will not be considered.
How do I register my artwork?
Register your artwork through Artcall.org. Ensure that you follow the guidelines outlined for registration and submission.
How do I submit my work?
Registered artwork should be dropped off and submitted at The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery March 31 - April 4, 2025, from 9 am - 4 pm. Artwork that is not dropped off and submitted will not be considered.
Is there a specific theme for the exhibition?
There is no specific theme for the exhibition. We encourage students to register artwork representing their unique perspectives and creative voices.
Are group projects allowed?
No. Only artworks created by individual artists will be considered for this exhibition.
How will the artwork be judged?
Artwork will be judged based on creativity, originality, technical skill, and artistic expression. Juried exhibitions and awards are subjective and should not be considered a judgment of the quality or importance of any artwork submitted.
Will artists be notified if their work is selected for the exhibition?
Yes, all participating artists will be notified via email regarding the selection status of their registered artwork by April 9 at 9:05 am.
When and where will the exhibition take place?
The exhibition will open with a Celebration and Award Ceremony on April 17, 2025, at 4 pm – 7 pm. Awards will be presented at 5:15 pm at The Harold J. Miossi Art Gallery. More details are available Here.
Is there an opening reception and award ceremony?
Yes, there will be an opening reception and award ceremony where artists can meet and interact with attendees.
Are there any awards or prizes for selected artworks?
Yes, there will be awards and prizes for outstanding artwork within each category. There will also be an award and prize for the artwork selected as “Best in Show.” Awards and prizes will be announced at the exhibition opening reception.
Can I sell my artwork during the exhibition?
Yes, artists have the option to sell their artwork during the exhibition. The Gallery offers a 90/10 commission split for all sold artwork. Where 90% of the sale price goes directly to the artist and 10% of the sale goes directly to supporting Cuesta College students through our Arts Scholarship awards. Information about how to price artwork Here.
When can I pick up my artwork?
If your artwork was selected for the Student Annual, then you can pick up your artwork following the completion of the exhibition on May 19, 20, and 21, 2025, 9am -4pm.
If your artwork was not selected for the Student Annual then please pick up your artwork from the Miossi Gallery April 8, 9, and 10, 2025, 9am - 5pm.
How can I contact the organizers if I have more questions?
For additional inquiries, please get in touch with Timothy_Stark@Cuesta.edu or visit our website
for updates.
We look forward to receiving your registrations and celebrating the creativity of Cuesta College students at the 2025 Annual Art Exhibition!
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