Connecting art + community since 1944
It is the mission of the Cambridge Art Association (CAA) to build a vibrant community through visual art: connecting individuals and facilitating dialogue among artists and art lovers of all ages and backgrounds. To accomplish this, CAA exhibits quality works of art and seeks to enrich lives and engage art enthusiasts and collectors. CAA also provides educational opportunities to its members and others to enhance their skills as artists and promote the appreciation of visual art.
Have questions? Contact us at info@cambridgeart.org or 617-876-0246
GENERAL INFORMATION
The 2024 Members Prize Show is open to all current members of the Cambridge Art Association (CAA) - including Artist, Associate Artist, Student, and Lifetime. Please note that the Members Prize show 2024 will be presented at two galleries: Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place. Artists cannot choose which location their piece will be exhibited.
Juried by Mike Carroll, Owner and Director of the Schoolhouse Gallery, Provincetown, MA
EXHIBIT DATES: February 27 - April 27, 2024
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Deadline to submit | Friday, January 12, 2024 at 5pm EST. We cannot accept any late submissions.
- Artist Notification* | Wednesday, January 31, 2024 after 5pm EST *All accepted artists will be posted on this webpage and emailed on the date above.
- Drop-Off* | Friday, February 16 from 12-4pm and Saturday, February 17 from 10am-1pm at Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place*All artworks must be delivered in-person. We cannot accept shipped artworks. Late drop-offs will not be accepted, no exceptions.
- Pick-Up* | Friday, May 3, 12-4pm and Saturday, May 4 from 10am-2pm , 10am-2pm at Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place *Artists who are not in contact with staff about a late pick-up within 7 days of the official dates will incur a $15 per week fee until the artwork is picked up. The fee must be paid before or at pick-up.
- Opening Reception + Awards Presentation | Thursday, February 29 from 6-8pm
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- All mediums accepted: 2D, 3D, video/digital/multimedia work, installations
- All artwork must be available for sale.
- Artwork must not exceed 72 inches on the longest side.
- Artwork must have been created within the past five (5) years.
- Work must be original, no reproductions.
- All work submitted must be available for the exhibition dates.
- Artwork that has been accepted into a CAA show within the past two (2) years will not be considered.
- Artwork must be gallery ready. Read our Art Entry Information page for more details.
- All wall-mounted work must be wired or have D-rings for hanging (or should note method of presentation on the entry form). We do not accept sawtooth hangers. Please note: artworks displayed at CAA @ University Place must be installed using a cable hanging system, meaning work must those artworks must be wired or have D-rings.
- Diptychs/triptychs are considered as a single work and must be entered as a single JPEG, and must meet the size requirements of a single artwork.
- Total weight of wall-mounted work must not exceed 25 lbs.
- We cannot accommodate works that hang from the ceiling for this exhibit.
- All artwork images should be a maximum file size of 5MB.
- On the submission form we have provided a Frame/Presentation image field. This image is not required. In this field an artist can upload an image of their artwork in the frame, or a second, detail image. It will be added to the online portion of the exhibition to give viewers and potential buyers an idea of what the work looks like in person and installed.
3D WORK REQUIREMENTS
- Total weight of 3D work must not exceed 50 lbs.
- Wall-mounted 3D work should meet all 2D requirements listed above.
- Artists must supply appropriate installation materials and directions.
- The CAA has a limited number of pedestals. Pedestals can be reserved with CAA Staff upon acceptance. If artwork requires a pedestal of a specific size, the pedestal must be provided by the artist.
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS
- For accepted video work, the artist is responsible for providing all necessary display and viewing equipment, including, but not limited to: display monitor, DVD player, USB drive, mounting hardware, remote controls, batteries. The CAA has two, 32-inch flat screen monitors available for use, on request.
Please review our in-person and online exhibitor guidelines
AWARDS:
We will award 5 Artist of the Year Awards, which come with a 1-year membership to CAA and a $250 prize.
FEES:
- CAA Artist + Associate Artist + Lifetime Members: $15 for one (1); $30 for two (2); $35 for three (3)
- Student Members + Fee Waivers: Free
GENERAL INFORMATION The 2024 Members Prize Show is open to all current members of the Cambridge Art Association (CAA) - including Artist, Associate Artist, Student, and Lifetime. Please note that the Members Prize show 2024 will be presented at two galleries: Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place. Artists cannot choose which location their piece will be exhibited.
Juried by Mike Carroll, Owner and Director of the Schoolhouse Gallery, Provincetown, MA
EXHIBIT DATES: February 27 - April 27, 2024
IMPORTANT DATES:
- Deadline to submit | Friday, January 12, 2024 at 5pm EST. We cannot accept any late submissions.
- Artist Notification* | Wednesday, January 31, 2024 after 5pm EST *All accepted artists will be posted on this webpage and emailed on the date above.
- Drop-Off* | Friday, February 16 from 12-4pm and Saturday, February 17 from 10am-1pm at Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place*All artworks must be delivered in-person. We cannot accept shipped artworks. Late drop-offs will not be accepted, no exceptions.
- Pick-Up* | Friday, May 3, 12-4pm and Saturday, May 4 from 10am-2pm , 10am-2pm at Kathryn Schultz Gallery and CAA @ University Place *Artists who are not in contact with staff about a late pick-up within 7 days of the official dates will incur a $15 per week fee until the artwork is picked up. The fee must be paid before or at pick-up.
- Opening Reception + Awards Presentation | Thursday, February 29 from 6-8pm
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- All mediums accepted: 2D, 3D, video/digital/multimedia work, installations
- All artwork must be available for sale.
- Artwork must not exceed 72 inches on the longest side.
- Artwork must have been created within the past five (5) years.
- Work must be original, no reproductions.
- All work submitted must be available for the exhibition dates.
- Artwork that has been accepted into a CAA show within the past two (2) years will not be considered.
- Artwork must be gallery ready. Read our Art Entry Information page for more details.
- All wall-mounted work must be wired or have D-rings for hanging (or should note method of presentation on the entry form). We do not accept sawtooth hangers. Please note: artworks displayed at CAA @ University Place must be installed using a cable hanging system, meaning work must those artworks must be wired or have D-rings.
- Diptychs/triptychs are considered as a single work and must be entered as a single JPEG, and must meet the size requirements of a single artwork.
- Total weight of wall-mounted work must not exceed 25 lbs.
- We cannot accommodate works that hang from the ceiling for this exhibit.
- All artwork images should be a maximum file size of 5MB.
- On the submission form we have provided a Frame/Presentation image field. This image is not required. In this field an artist can upload an image of their artwork in the frame, or a second, detail image. It will be added to the online portion of the exhibition to give viewers and potential buyers an idea of what the work looks like in person and installed.
3D WORK REQUIREMENTS
- Total weight of 3D work must not exceed 50 lbs.
- Wall-mounted 3D work should meet all 2D requirements listed above.
- Artists must supply appropriate installation materials and directions.
- The CAA has a limited number of pedestals. Pedestals can be reserved with CAA Staff upon acceptance. If artwork requires a pedestal of a specific size, the pedestal must be provided by the artist.
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS
- For accepted video work, the artist is responsible for providing all necessary display and viewing equipment, including, but not limited to: display monitor, DVD player, USB drive, mounting hardware, remote controls, batteries. The CAA has two, 32-inch flat screen monitors available for use, on request.
Please review our in-person and online exhibitor guidelines
AWARDS:
We will award 5 Artist of the Year Awards, which come with a 1-year membership to CAA and a $250 prize.
FEES:
- CAA Artist + Associate Artist + Lifetime Members: $15 for one (1); $30 for two (2); $35 for three (3)
- Student Members + Fee Waivers: Free