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1. What is Art Comes Alive?
Art Comes Alive (ACA) is an annual, fine-art competition and exhibit open to all artists working in any medium or style, hosted by ADC. The main objective of the exhibition is to award artists for their dedication to their craft and exceptional work, connect them with prominent people in the art business for networking opportunities, and find new artwork in all mediums and subjects to showcase and ultimately sell. ACA is the only art competition of it's kind - awarding over $450,000 in awards to artists.
2. What type of artwork is accepted for ACA?
We accept a variety of subject matter including abstract, figurative, conceptual, and everything in between! Accepting media includes: painting, photography, glass, mixed media, digital art, sculpture, one-of-a kind jewelry, printmaking, drawings & illustration, video, installation, and textile art.
3. What are the dates of the exibition?
The ACA Exhibition kicks off with our signature Gala on Saturday, November 7th! We have time to mingle and view the artwork, followed by our awards ceremony. The show will run from then until January 7th. The gallery is open for regular viewing Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm.
4. Does art need to be new?
No! Artists can submit artwork that they have previously made or even submitted for previous events such as Radiance. Remember we add new jurors every year so anything that isn't new to you may be new and revoultionary for them!
5. Can I submit current art in the gallery?
Yes! This will insure that it will hang for the duration of the show plus it will save any shipping costs that you would have spent.
6. Are there fees to apply?
Yes there is a fee of $25 per piece. However students and SmartSell members are eligible for a 50% discount to their ACA application. Just make sure you use the student discount code ACAStudent and use your school email when applying for the show. SmartSell member can access their discount code on the SmartSell platform under Resources.
7. Can I submit more pieces after applying?
No, after the application is submitted there is no way on your end to be able to add anymore pieces so be sure to submit all artwork you would like considered on your application. If you already have submitted, you will need to create a new account with a new email to start a new application.
8. If my work is accepted, how do I get it to the gallery?
Once accepted, it is the artist's responsibility to ship their piece to and from ADC's gallery in Cincinnati, OH. All packaging materials will be cataloged and saved for return shipping. You can also hand deliver your artwork to the gallery if possible.
9. Who sees my artwork?
Besides the jurors scoring your application, your work is seen by various media outlets, gallery owners, art representatives, publishers and collectors, interior designers, attendees of opening night (250+ art buyers, art lovers, and artists), all attendees for the duration of the exhibitition - including potential buyers (corporate, private collectors, interior designers), and everyone who visits the ADC website.
10. What can I expect at the gallery awards?
Artists, art collectors, sponsors, jurors, and media will arrive on the red carpet along with a photo op. There will be fabulous food, along with an open bar, and the opportunity to meet sponsors, jurors, collectors, and the other artists in the exhibition to make important and useful art business connections. All awards will be announced live during the awards ceremony, which is also live-streamed on ADC's Instagram.
11. Do I have to be present to win?
No, we will notify you via email if you are an award recipient prior to the Gala. Although we urge you to attend the exciting opening night awards ceremony, it's your choice to be present or not.
12. What is the gallery comission?
ADC takes a 50% comission off of any art sold through the gallery.
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