A Natural View 2025
Annual Juried Nature Exhibition Since 1998
April 17 – June 4, 2025
Presented by the Gaston County Art Guild in collaboration with Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Theme
The Gaston County Art Guild, in collaboration with Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, presents A Natural View; a juried exhibit celebrating the beauty of wildlife and natural landscapes. While this theme allows for diverse artistic interpretations, submitted works should capture the essence, complexity, and wonder of nature, inviting viewers to observe and appreciate it with fresh perspective and admiration.
Eligibility
Artists 18 years or older residing in Gaston, Cleveland, Catawba, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, and York Counties are eligible to participate. Each artist may submit up to two entries upon payment of a nonrefundable entry fee.
Juror: Logan Dix
Gallery Director, Anne Neilson Fine Art
Logan Dix is a Charlotte native whose passion for the arts began in childhood when she received her first set of crayons. She attended Northwest School of the Arts and expanded her artistic perspective through travels to Washington, D.C., France, and Spain, which deepened her appreciation for art history.
Her transformative moment came in the Rothko Room in D.C., where she realized her calling to work in galleries. This led her to pursue a double major in Arts Leadership & Administration and New Media Design at Queens University of Charlotte, where she gained marketing and operations experience at LaCa Projects and The McColl Center for Art + Innovation. She further enriched her studies abroad in Nice, France, immersing herself in French culture and art history.
Graduating magna cum laude, Logan embarked on a career in marketing before joining Anne Neilson Fine Art, where she has now worked for over five years. With a keen eye for curating and deep respect for artistic dedication, Logan is passionate about the gallery’s mission and the power of visual art to create meaningful impact. She also serves on the Board of Directors for Arts for Life, continuing her advocacy for the arts in the community.
Specifications
- Both 2-D and 3-D artwork completed within the last three years may be submitted.
- Maximum artwork size: 40 inches in any direction (including frame).
- Original work only – No photocopies or AI-generated art accepted.
- Framing & Presentation:
- 2-D work must be wired and ready to hang (no string or sawtooth hangers).
- Watercolors, pastels, photographs, prints, and drawings must be protected by glass or plexiglass and mounted with a neutral mat (white, beige, or gray).
- Canvases must not have side staples.
- All artwork must be available for purchase and remain on display for the entire duration of the show.
Guidelines for Entry
- March 7 - April 11, 2025 — The entry form, high-quality photos of the artwork, and payment can be submitted through the website.
The entry fee is $35 for members and $45 for non-members. Online submission is used for the purpose of paying fees and cataloging the entries. - April 14, 2 PM - 7 PM — The actual artwork must be delivered to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Juror selection will take place in person.
- April 15 — Artists will be notified of juried results via email in the evening.
- April 24, 6 PM - 8 PM — Reception and awards ceremony at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Declined works may be picked up during this time.
Awards
- Best of Show: $500
- First Place: $400
- Second Place: $300
- Third Place: $200
- Merit Award: $100
Artists will receive 70% of the sale price of their artwork.
Pickup of Work at Show End
June 5, 2 PM - 7 PM
Liability
Entries will be treated with care, but each artist retains liability for their work.
For More Information
Ethan Peeler, Show Chairperson – PeelerER@gmail.com
General inquiries – info@gastoncountyartguild.org
