Artist Entry Requirements | Brandon League of Fine Arts

Symphony of Color | Artist Entry Requirements

Hosted by Brandon League of Fine Arts | Sponsored by Music Showcase

The Brandon League of Fine Arts (BLFA) invites Florida artists to submit work for our judged exhibition at Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association. This show celebrates the composition and rhythm of visual media.

The exhibition runs for two weeks at Center Place Fine Arts and Civic Association. Please note the public viewing schedule:

Public Viewing: May 21-23. The first three days of the exhibit are open to the general public.
Private Viewing: May 24-June 2. For the remainder of the two-week duration, the gallery will be available exclusively to guests attending private events at Center Place.
Virtual Show: Following the physical exhibit, artists may opt-in to have their work showcased in our virtual gallery on the BLFA website through the end of June.

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Artwork Drop-off: Wednesday, May 20, 2–7 PM
Exhibition Dates: May 21 – June 2, 2026
Artists Reception and Awards Ceremony: Friday, May 22, 6-8PM
Artwork Pick-up: Wednesday, June 3, 2–7 PM
- Note: Work not picked up will be auctioned or donated to charity.

Location

Center Place Fine Arts 619 Vonderburg Dr, STE B, Brandon, FL 33511 (Located in the Brandon Regional Library building.)

Eligibility & Artwork Rules

Participants: Living artists in Florida, ages 15+.
Accepted Mediums: This is an all-media, two-dimensional (wall-mounted) exhibition. This includes traditional media (oil, acrylic, watercolor, etc.), photography, and digitally created art.
Professional Display: All work must be "gallery-ready." Photography and digital art must be professionally printed and meet all framing standards.
Originality: Works must be original and completed within the last 5 years.
Prohibited: Reproductions/prints, AI-generated art, copyright-protected images, or works mirroring instructor lessons.
Content: Family-friendly venue. No nudes, political, or overtly violent works. BLFA reserves the right to refuse any entry.
Size/Weight: Max 36” in any direction (including frame). Max weight: 15 lbs.
Multi-piece Works: Diptychs/triptychs count as one entry but must meet size/weight limits. They must be photographed together for the entry.

Hanging Requirements

Preparation: Must be professional-quality frames or gallery-wrapped canvas (no visible staples).
Hardware: Must have hanging wire attached with D-hooks. No sawtooth or eye-screws and no plastic or easel-back frames.
Labeling: Name, title, medium, and contact info must be affixed to the back of each piece.

Entry Fees & Submissions

Apply online at brandonleaguefinearts.com, download the printable entry form or request a form via blfabrandon@gmail.com.

Members: $15 per entry (Max 3)
Non-Members: $20 per entry (Max 3)
Payment: Zelle to blfabrandon@gmail.com (Memo: SHOW ENTRY [Your Name]) or check mailed to: BLFA, 504 South Kings Avenue #1115, Brandon, FL 33511.
Membership application and dues may be paid before or with application. Please visit our website brandonleaguefinearts.com for more information.

Important: Entry fees are non-refundable and must be received by the May 6, 2926, deadline. A $40 fee will be charged for any returned checks, and future entries from the artist will require cash payment.

Awards & Sales

Awards: 1st ($200), 2nd ($125), 3rd ($75), and two Honorable Mentions ($25) and Sponsor’s Choice ($25).
Sales: Handled directly between artist and buyer. No commission is collected. Mark work as NFS (Not for Sale) or POR (Price on Request) if applicable.

Image Submission Guidelines

Email high-quality JPEGs (under 10MB each) to blfabrandon@gmail.com.

Format: LastName_ArtworkTitle_EntryNumber.jpg
Quality: Crop image to show artwork only (no frames, mats, or backgrounds). Ensure correct orientation.
Acknowledgment: You will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive one, please reach out.

Liability & Rights

BLFA, Music Showcase, and Center Place are not liable for submitted artwork. A signed waiver (emailed in advance) is required at drop-off. By entering, the artist grants BLFA permission to use images of the work for marketing purposes; the artist retains all other rights.

Questions?

Please reach out to us at blfabrandon@gmail.com.