Exhibitions
The WAAM offers a full schedule of juried exhibitions (see submission calendar) in the Main Gallery.  Exhibitions vary in theme to accommodate a wide-range of subjects and styles.  Jurors have included gallery owners and museum professionals, as well as important artists, from throughout the Hudson Valley and the tri-state area. 

All members are invited to participate in the annual, non-juried Holiday Show & Sale held in December.  Artists who qualify to become Active Members may participate in another non-juried show.

Artists are invited to submit work to be judged for one-person exhibitions in the Solo Gallery.  Previous jurors for solo shows include artist Milton Glaser, James Cox of the James Cox Gallery, Woodstock, and Carrie Haddad of the Haddad Gallery, Hudson, NY.

Guidelines for submitting to juried and solo shows are listed below (scroll down).  For additional information, please call 845-679-2940 or email info@woodstockart.org.

 

Awards
The WAAM has granted numerous awards to deserving artists, including a Best in Show Award (each award named by a donor) for most exhibitions in the Main Gallery.  Additionally, the Sally Jacobs/Phoebe Towbin Award of $1000, is given annually to recognize an artist who has consistently exhibited works of high merit at the WAAM.  In the past, the WAAM has also helped administer the Yasuo Kuniyoshi Award and provided assistance to artists in financial need. 

A special award was created in 2005 for a graduating high school student in Ulster County who plans to continue his studies in art at a college or university.  The award is named in memory of Garrett Henderson Ackerman, and eligible students are recommended by their high school art teachers.  Recipients received $100 and an additional $100 gift certificate to Catskill Art & Office Supply.

 

EXHIBITION POLICY & GUIDELINES FOR ARTISTS

Art Submission Guidelines for Juried Shows - Main and Founders' Galleries

1) Juried from actual works of art.  An artist may submit only 1 piece to each show, unless otherwise stated in show prospectus. In the case of works composed of more than one separate element, a diagram clearly showing the proper display of the elements must be included with the submission; also the height/width/depth of the entire piece may not exceed maximum dimensions if such a restriction is listed in the prospectus. In the case of sculptures, supports that are incorporated into the work will be considered as part of the work when measurement restrictions are in effect.

2) Work submitted must be in display condition- extremely fragile pieces, pieces with poorly secured elements, paint that is not yet dried, unstable frames or hanging supports, loose glass- will disqualify a work automatically.

3) Only work by living artists may be submitted.

4) All members submitting work must have a CV and Artists Statement on file with the WAAM. This information will be available to gallery-goers for each show.

5) Only original work may be submitted.
     a) Giclee, digital or xerographic reproductions of works in media other than digital formats or photography will not be considered.
     b) Works consisting of wholesale appropriation of other artists' images is not considered original art.

6) Works shown in previous juried shows at the WAAM may not be submitted for another juried WAAM show. Works that have been juried into a show at the WAAM may be submitted for non-juried shows and vice-versa.

7) Works by non-members living within a 35 mile radius of the WAAM may submit 1 work for any juried show if they pay a non-refundable $35 fee per show.

8) Submission dates and times: works must be submitted between 12 and 6pm on the Monday before the exhibition opening. Artists may appoint a friend or other agent to drop-off and/or pick-up works if they are unable to do these tasks themselves, the agent or friend will need to sign for the works.

9) Notice of Acceptance: a list of the surnames of artists whose work has been juried into a show will be accessible by telephone and/or on the web after 5pm on the Wednesday following submission.

10) Pick-up dates and times: For works not juried into a show- please pick up work between 12 and 5pm the Thursday following submission.  For works juried into a show- please pick up work between 12 and 6pm the Monday following the close of the show. This day may also be the submission date/time for the next juried show(s.)

Solo Show Submission

due September 2, 2008 for 2009 shows

Submit 12 slides in a plastic sleeve or 12 high-resolution jpegs on cd-rom, compatible with PC and Windows formats.  No email submissions will be accepted.

1. Label slides or CD with item number, artist name, title, medium, and size.
2. Include a numbered list with the same information.
3. Include a resume and an artist’s statement.
4. Include a self-addressed, stamped return envelope if you would like your materials returned.
5. Non-WAAM members must pay a $25 submission fee for 2009 shows.

Mail to:

Solo Show Submission

Woodstock Artists Association & Museum

28 Tinker St.

Woodstock, NY 12498

Liability

All reasonable care will be given to work in the custody of the WAAM. However, we cannot assume full responsibility for loss, theft, damage or deterioration of a work. We reserve the right, in cases of loss or damage, to have our own independent appraisal done to assess the value of the work.

Policies, fees, and submission guidelines are subject to change.  We apologize for any inconvenience.


WAAM Policy on Jurors/Jurying

1) All works will be considered anonymously; awarding of prizes will be done anonymously.

2) The decision of the juror(s) is final and will not be influenced by WAAM Board members, staff or general members. The interpretation of the show theme is entirely the responsibility of the individual juror.

3) The presence of members of the Exhibition Committee during jurying is solely to facilitate the physical process, they are not part of the critical process.

The Mission of the Exhibition Committee

As part of the WAAM's commitment to promote the best in Woodstock art, the Exhibition Committee endeavors to compose a schedule of exhibitions- juried, non-juried and curated- that compliment our members' talents and skills and challenges them to stretch their artistic boundaries. We serve artists fairly and impartially. We also present our community and visitors with fresh and exciting visual experiences throughout the season with thoughtful and clear displays.