Definition of childhood: a state of being from birth to adolescence, or between infancy and self-sufficiency.
Biologically, childhood lasts until adolescence. However, in some cultures one is considered a child until reaching a prescribed age. In the US, childhood officially ends at 18.
What does childhood mean to you, as an artist?
Is it happy memories of you growing up in a rural village, going barefoot, playing in mud, doing homework with a parent’s help, or riding your grandfather’s favorite horse? Or alternatively, growing up in a city and playing in a park, ice-skating, taking ballet lessons or playing football.
Or are your memories less joyful? Were you afraid of the boogeyman? Did you frequently go hungry? Were you alone too much?
We all recall the teenage years, grappling with our role in society. And then you get to watch your children grow and experience a different world from yours!
Perhaps for you it’s about being a grandparent and spending time with your grandchildren?
We cannot wait to see your interpretation of childhood, whether past, present or the future!
Exhibition dates are subject to change. Please check our website, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest updates.
KEY INFORMATION for “Childhood: Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow” 2025 EXHIBITION:
Cost: $25 for up to 3 submissions
Call Opens: October 1, 2025
Call Closes: October 31, 11 PM
Acceptances: November 7
Art Drop-off: November 14, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Exhibit Opens: November 18
Reception: December 6, 3 PM – 5 PM
Exhibit Closes: January 15, 2026
Art Pick-up: January 16, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: J.B. & Hallie Jester Williamson Annex Gallery
1801 E Old Settlers Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664
ART SHOW APPLICATION SPECIFICS
What You Will Need to Apply
The entry application form requires:
– Credit card or debit card for payment of $25 Entry Fee
– Title of work
– Medium
– Dimensions (H” x L” x D”)
– Weight (lb.)
– Inspiration Statement, including how the artwork relates to the show’s theme
– Hanging requirements for the artwork
– Whether the art is for sale or not (NFS)
– If it is for sale, the price (in $USD)
– In the event of a sale, indicate if you will donate 25% of the sale price to Round Rock Arts
– One JPG image per artwork submitted for jury process and (if accepted) social media
– Filename formatted ARTWORK TITLE_YOUR LAST NAME
– Maximum accepted file size 2MB
GENERAL RULES for SUBMITTING ARTWORK
- Eligibility: Entrants must be at least 16 years old. Artists under 18 must have written parental consent.
- Originality: Only original artwork of original subject matter created by the submitting artist is accepted. No AI work will be accepted. Please do not enter any artwork that has been on display at Jester Annex Gallery within the past 24 months. Artwork that violates copyright will not be accepted.
- Availability: Submitted work must be available for the full exhibit duration and not booked elsewhere for the same dates. If submitted artwork is not for sale, the price noted should be “NFS.”
Commitment: Accepted work must remain on view for the entire show. No substitutions or early removals allowed.
| Accepted Media | ||
| Acrylic Ceramics Charcoal Collage Digital | Glasswork** Graphite Metal Mixed Media Oil | Photography* Sculpture Textile Watercolor Woodwork |
*Please note: submitting photos of children should be carefully considered. Please read this https://tinyurl.com/mut63j72
Size Requirements:
Hanging work (including frame):
Size limit: 50” H x 50″ W x 2″ D
3-D Work
Only small pieces will be considered, max height 12″, max weight 10lbs.
Weight limits:
Artwork that hangs on the wall: 30 lbs.
there is only one cabinet available for small sculptural pieces.
**No glasswork, unless small enough to fit in cabinet – max 12″ high
Content: Art must be family-friendly and suitable for public display.
Liability: All artists must accept the Artist Agreement and Waiver of Liability during the application process.
Right of Rejection: Round Rock Arts reserves the right to reject any work that is:
– unsafe
– misrepresented
Sorry, submissions to this show are closed.