Artscape 2027 (Dallas Arboretum)

Overview

Artscape is the Dallas Arboretum's juried fine art and craft show and sale, bringing together outstanding artists from around the country to exhibit in the spring. The Arboretum, listed as one of the 15 most beautiful gardens in the world by Architectural Digest, provides an ideal setting for showcasing artwork.

Key Dates

• January 30: Notification of acceptance and information emailed
• February 26: Artscape show contract and booth fee deadline
• April 23: Show set-up (6am–4pm) & Preview Night (6pm–8pm Members Only)
• April 24–25: Artscape Show (9am–5pm, with optional 7am–9am start)
• April 25: Show break-down (5pm–11pm)

Eligibility

Open to artists from around the country.

Media & Categories

• Ceramics
• Digital Art (limited editions, signed and numbered)
• Drawing/Pastels
• Fiber (basketry, embroidery, weaving, leatherwork, tapestry, papermaking)
• Glass
• Jewelry (metal, glass, clay, fiber, paper, plastic or other materials)
• Metal (non-sculptural, non-jewelry works)
• 2D Mixed Media
• 3D Mixed Media
• Painting—Oil/Acrylic
• Painting—Watercolor
• Photography
• Printmaking/Graphics
• Sculpture
• Wood

Application Requirements

• Minimum 6 images required to apply
• Submitted through ZAPP or by check
• Artists who apply in multiple categories must pay jury fee per category

Fees

• $35 Jury Fee (non-refundable) per category to be exhibited

Jury & Awards

The show is juried by a panel of regional art professionals including a distinguished art appraiser, lecturer, collector, curator, and president of Art Connections.

Artist Amenities

• Friday night dinner provided before Preview (4–5:45pm)
• Artist Hospitality Area with morning coffee, snacks, and chilled water
• Booth sitting available
• On-site weather monitoring
• 24-hour security and police
• Free admission and free parking for artists
• Advertised to entire DFW metroplex area, digital and print