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The Wickenburg Art Center and Gallery

Where Creativity Happens

Location

The Wickenburg Art Center is located just 2 blocks south of the downtown traffic signal at:
188 S Tegner
Wickenburg AZ 85390
928-684-0483

Gallery Hours 

Tuesday through Friday 9AM to 2PM
Saturday 10AM to 4PM

Sunday and Monday. CLOSED

 

Open Studio Hours for Members

Thursdays  9 AM to 2 PM

HomeWest of Center Exhibit


West of Center Exhibit

 

Annual West of Center  Exhibit 

 

The Wickenburg Art Club and the Desert Caballeros Western Museum, cornerstones of Wickenburg’s art community since the 1960’s, collaborate for the Annual West of Center show, a community-curated exhibition and sale. Each summer, the museum hosts the Wickenburg Art Club which curates a selection of artwork by its talented members. 

This collaboration, now lasting for a decade, was an outgrowth of the community’s interest in promoting art and business in Wickenburg’s historic downtown area and has been a success ever since. 

The exhibit features the work of over 30 local artists adept in many different art media, such as, painting, ceramics, photography, wood-working, fiber art, jewelry, and more. There is something for every art lover to enjoy. Artists also  give free demonstrations during the run of the show.

The public is invited to attend a Preview Reception to view the artwork and vote for their favorite piece of art for the People’s Choice award, enjoy refreshments, and meet the artists at this special celebration. 

Visit this unique range of artwork at the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center during regular museum hours. The exhibit  runs from late July through September.  




 

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PROSPECTUS AND APPLICATION

Prospectus download:  West of Center Prospectus-revised 4-18-24


SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED MAY 1- JUNE 19, 2024

The annual exhibition and sale, West of Center: Highlights from the Wickenburg Art Club, will take place at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum's Cultural Crossroads Learning Center in Wickenburg, AZ between July 27 – September 29. 

Follow the guidelines on the JURYING page (labeling, photo requirements etc) to submit your photos for consideration.

Jurying

When you  have completed all of the requirements, you may submit your application  here:  


West of Center Jury Entry Form


 

Important Dates for West of Center 2024

                                         

  • Deadline for On-line Applications Wednesday , June 19
  • Acceptance notification to artists Wednesday, June 26
  • Artists Deliver Artwork to WAC Monday, July 22 (9am to 2pm)
  • Opening Reception - Learning Center Friday, July 26 (5pm to 7pm)
  • Length of show July 27 - September 29
  • Artists pick up artwork at WAC Tuesday, October 1
    (9am to 2pm)

Chairpersons

June White
910-986-1815
junecwhite.white@gmail.com

 

Donna Drake

928-684-2334

azdawna@yahoo.com

 

Carla Fite

602-826-2440

fiteclan08@gmail.com


The annual exhibition and sale, West of Center: Highlights from the Wickenburg Art Club, will take place at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum's Cultural Crossroads Learning Center in Wickenburg, AZ between July 27 – September 29. 


Artists Requirements:

  • Be a current member of Wickenburg Art Club.
  • Have a Hold Harmless Agreement on file with WAC, as well as a biography and photo.
  • Submit an Application and upload photos of the artwork to the website.  There is a $20 non-refundable fee per artist. Artists may submit up to three (3) entries for the $20 fee. 
  • Artists will be notified of work initially accepted for the exhibition in time for the artist to frame or otherwise prepare their work for display.

 


Artwork Requirements:

  • West of Center is a fine art exhibit and leans more toward the Western genre. 
  • Work may not have been displayed previously at the Desert Caballeros Western Museum and must have been executed within the last three years.
  • If the art is framed, the frames need to be presentable and undamaged.  Hanging art should have wire hangers. No sawtooth hangers will be accepted. Review any exceptions with a West of Center Chairperson.
  • Two-dimensional artwork cannot exceed the following, including frame:  36” wide, 48" tall. Works that are “gallery wrapped” must have edges of 1.5” or larger.
  • Three-dimensional art will be displayed on pedestals, please advise of any special needs. Three-dimensional artwork should not exceed 72" in height including the base; the diameter should not exceed 36". 
  • No miniatures. Size of artwork must exceed 8” x 10”
  • Please note that Wickenburg Art Club is not liable for loss or damage to the art pieces submitted.  Art will be insured by the DCWM while on its premises.
  • This is a curated exhibition. Acceptance into the exhibition does not mean all pieces submitted will be displayed. Space limitations or other issues may require return of the artwork. The Desert Caballeros Western Museum and the WAC West of Center Chairpersons have final say on what work is displayed. The $20 fee to submit is non-refundable.


Entry Instructions:

Artists can enter their works by going to the WAC website, clicking on the West of Center page, and following the prompts. All images must be clear and cropped. Artwork should be photographed in proper lighting, and without glass, frames or mats showing or distracting backgrounds. Assistance with photography, cropping and submission will be available, and times/dates, (TBD), will be listed on the WAC website. 

  • Images dimensions: 1400 pixels on the longest side recommended.
  • File format: JPEG, jpg, png File Size: under 5 MB. 
  • Please submit one clear image that best represents your artwork for 2D works and several for 3D works in order to show all sides. 

·      Your online submissions must include a title for each submission and framed dimensions for 2D or it will not be accepted. Title cannot be changed once it is submitted.

·      When entering more than one photo of a 3D subject please keep the title name the same but add numbers 1,2,3.

·      Please follow the online jurying instructions on the WAC website for naming your files. If your file is not named correctly, it will be rejected.

Jury submissions will open on May 1st. The deadline for entry is  June 19 .  The non-refundable Jury fee is $ 20 and covers up to a maximum of 3 works for consideration.


Artwork Sales

  • All artwork for the exhibition is for sale. The price minimum is $175.
  • Sale of the art pieces will be handled by WAC or DCWM staff. The artist will be reimbursed by WAC.  
  • Art sales percentage split: 70% Artist, 15% DCWM, 15% WAC. 
  • We will accept cash, checks, or credit cards. WAC is NOT responsible for checks returned for insufficient funds.



Logistics & Volunteer Opportunities

  • Accepted artwork is to be dropped off at the Wickenburg Art Center on July 22 from 9:00 – 2:00
  • We will need a few volunteers to move artwork from WAC to DCWM on July 24, as well as transporting unsold work at the end of the show on Sept. 30.   
  • The museum needs volunteers and cannot guarantee the CCLC will be open if volunteers are not available. West of Center is an excellent opportunity to become a DCWM volunteer.
  • Following the West of Center event, all artists must pick up their unsold art at the Wickenburg Art Center on Tuesday, October 1st from 9:00 to 2:00, or make other arrangements. WAC cannot store your work. 

 


 

 

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LOCATION

The Wickenburg Art Center is located just two blocks south of the downtown traffic signal at:
188 S. Tegner
Wickenburg, AZ 85390


Mailing address is:
P.O. Box 1737
Wickenburg, AZ 85358
(928) 684-0483

Gallery & Open Studio Hours

Tuesday through Friday | 9 AM to 2 PM
Saturday | 10 AM to 4 PM
Closed Sunday and Monday