QUICK FACTS

• Eligibility: Open to Light Chasers Members only.

• Entry Fee: $40.00 (due at sign-up).

  • Members Package: $85.00 (includes entry fees for both the Annual Members Show & the Paint Sarasota Paint Out & Show, plus 2 raffle tickets).

  • No refunds after February 20, 2025.

• Show Location:
  Edson Keith Mansion, Phillippi Estate Park
  5500 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

• Judging: A Light Chasers Featured Artist will judge the show.

• Awards Ceremony: March 20, 2025, at 4:30 PM.

• Sales: Artists receive 100% of their sales.

Painting Label Submission

All painting label information must be emailed to lightchasersinc@gmail.com by March 7, 2025. Required information:

• Show Name: Annual Members Show

• Painting Title

• Artist Name

• Size

• Medium

• Price (Minimum $75.00 and up)

Drop-Off & Pick-Up

• Drop-Off:

  • Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025

  • Time: 6:00PM - 7:00PM

  • Location: Edson Keith Mansion, Phillippi Estate Park

  • Late submissions will not be accepted.

• Pick-Up:

  • Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025

  • Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

  • Light Chaser Board Members will not handle drop-offs or pick-ups.

  • If you cannot pick up your artwork, arrange for another artist to do so.

RULES & INFORMATION

Eligibility

• Open to Light Chasers Members only.

• Membership is confirmed by signing up on the website and receiving the weekly newsletter.

Entry Fee

• $40.00, payable by cash, check, or credit card.

• No refunds after February 20, 2025.

Mediums & Sizes

• Accepted mediums: Oil, Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor.

• Not accepted: Electronic painting, photography.

• Maximum painting size: 12" x 16" (excluding frame).

• Watercolorists: Quarter sheets or 12" x 16".

• Larger paintings require pre-approval by MaryAnn Ellicott before February 20, 2025.

Juror

• A Light Chasers Featured Artist will serve as the juror.

Artwork Requirements

• Paintings must be completed in the past two years.

• Cannot have been shown in the last two Light Chasers shows.

Sales Policy

• Artists keep 100% of sales.

• Paintings can be marked NFS (Not for Sale).

• Sold paintings should remain in the show until March 20, unless the buyer must take them.

• Early removal (except for a sale) will result in a ban from future shows.

Framing & Presentation

• Paintings must be dry, framed, and ready to hang.

• Cropped canvases are acceptable if toned or painted on the sides.

• Watercolors must be matted and framed.

• Framing Requirements:

  • Wired for hanging (no sawtooth hangers, fishing line, or chains).

  • Wire should be securely attached, about 1/3 down from the top.

  • Mats, glass, and plexiglass must be clean and scratch-free.

• Light Chasers reserves the right to reject pieces that do not meet these requirements.

Labeling

• Each painting must have a 3-part tracking label.

  • Available for download from the website or at drop-off.

  • Parts of the label:

    1. One part attached to the painting (backside).

    2. One part submitted to Light Chasers at Drop-Off.

    3. One part kept by the artist (required for Pick-Up).

Pick-Up Policy

• All unsold artwork must be picked up on March 20, between 6:00PM - 7:00PM.

• Unclaimed artwork will be taken by a Light Chasers member.

  • $5.00 storage fee per day for late pick-up.

  • Must arrange pick-up directly with the person storing the painting.

  • Light Chasers members will not mail or deliver artwork.

  • If another artist picks up for you, they must sign for it and present your tracking label.

Liability

• Artists assume all risks for submitted artwork.

• Phillippi Estate Park & Light Chasers are not responsible for damage or theft.

• Submission constitutes agreement to all terms listed.

Use of Images

• By participating, artists consent to the use of their name and artwork for Light Chasers promotions.

• Artists waive any claims for privacy or copyright infringement.

Exceptions

• No exceptions to the rules will be made.