FAQs

These are Frequently Asked Questions. You can have as many Questions and Categories as you like.

General FAQ

  • How much does it cost to enter?

    • A modest submission fee of $40.00 will be required to cover the expense of a professional jurying site.
  • Is the exhibition juried?

    • The "open" exhibition will not be juried. It is open to anyone. All submissions will be included in the "open" exhibition. The "juried" exhibition will be juried.
  • How many models and categories can I enter?

    • We will accept only one model per artist or collaborative team.
  • What kinds of biological organisms are eligible for models?

    • We will accept models that represent almost any biological lifeform: Botany, Zoology, and Microbiology. This is based on the types of models the Blaschkas made - plant, animal, and models of microscopic life-forms. Models must represent an actual species (or its magnified parts, as in educational displays) to qualify.
  • Can I make up my own species?

    • No. We will not accept "fantasy" life-forms or "species" of your own invention.
  • Can I be creative in how I present my model?

    • Yes! In fact, one of the judging criteria will be creative presentation.
  • What is the deadline for entry?

    • We must receive all entries by midnight EST November 1st 2024
  • Will all entries be included in the physical show at Pittsburgh Glass Center?

    • No. The jury will select the 50 best models for the "juried" show. The "juried" show will open at the Pittsburgh Glass Center
  • Can I sell my model during the exhibition?

    • Yes. Models sold from the online "open" show will be the responsibility of the artist. Models sold at the juried "physical" show will be handled by the Pittsburgh Glass Center.
  • What happens to my model when the "juried" exhibitions are over?

    • All models not sold will be returned to the participating artist. Any that are sold will be sent to the purchaser
  • Will there be a catalog of models?

    • Yes. A virtual gallery on this website will serve as an online catalog and will remain posted indefinitely.