Lewisville Grand Theater invites artists to submit their works for consideration for its annual exhibition and marketplace, The Gift of Art. This holiday art sale exhibit is intended to encourage shoppers to purchase works by local artists.
Artists wanting to exhibit/sell art in The Gift of Art may submit up to three pieces for consideration. The number of pieces permitted per artist will be determined by the total number of submissions and available gallery space. All types of art will be considered.
The submission deadline is Sunday, Nov. 16, at11:59 p.m.
The size limit for 2D works is 16x20 inches. 3D works will be considered on the basis of space and must be no taller than 16 inches. All 2D works must have wire installed on the back at the time of intake, so that it can be hung. Submissions of jewelry and other wearables are allowed. Please note, accepted pieces may be housed in a non-locking case.
Artworks of all price points will be considered but past Gift of Art Exhibitions have seen the most sales in works priced under $300.
Artists do not need to be affiliated with an art group to participate in this show. Groups with which artists are affiliated will be noted on each wall label if that information is shared on the submission form. Artists need not be residents of Lewisville to participate.
The Gift of Art sale and exhibition opens on Saturday, Dec. 6. An artists’ reception will be held Saturday, Dec. 6, 4-6 p.m., in the Art Gallery, during the City of Lewisville’s Old Town Holiday Stroll event. The Gift of Art show will run through Sunday, Dec. 21, at Lewisville Grand Theater, 100 N. Charles Street.
Full details regarding submission criteria can be found on lewisvillegrand.com.
The Grand is Lewisville's home for the arts. It presents a variety of regional and national touring performers, art exhibits, and classes, while also giving the many arts groups in the greater Lewisville area a facility to perform and display their works. Its multiple performance spaces play host to a variety of events, including live music, theater, dance performances, comedy shows, and more. The center features the 294-seat Huffines Performance Hall, black box theater, recital hall, art gallery, and courtyard.
To reach The Grand from Interstate 35E, take exit 452 and proceed east on Main Street to Charles Street. The Grand will be on the left. Free public parking is available along Main and Church streets, or at Lewisville City Hall across Church Street from the center. Please be aware that heavy construction at the Main Street intersection with I-35E could cause traffic delays.
For details about upcoming events, or rental information for the facility, please visit LewisvilleGrand.com or call 972.219.8446.
