Eclektibition 2026
Juror: Narong Tintamusik
The Eclectika is excited to announce our second annual juried exhibition, 'The Eclektibition 2026'! The juror for this year's exhibition is artist and material researcher Narong Tintamusik. 'The Eclektibition 2026' is open to artists over the age of 18 that reside in the North Texas region. Artists are welcome to submit up to 5 works in any medium for the juror's consideration. Submission fee for the show is $25, payable through our website. This year's Juror's Choice Award features a $150 cash reward, a studio visit with the juror, and a solo show during our Spring 2027 season. Deadline to submit is Friday, September 18 at midnight.
About the Juror:
Portrait by Harmon Li
Narong Tintamusik (ณรงค์ ตินตมุสิก) is a Thai-American artist and material researcher based in Dallas, Texas. His interdisciplinary practice explores personal and collective survival through painting, sculpture, wearables, and installation, all shaped by a craft-centered approach. Tintamusik studied biology and spent seven years working in environmental science before obtaining an MFA in Painting and Drawing at the University of North Texas in 2025. He has exhibited at the Nasher Sculpture Center, 500X Gallery, Plush Gallery, Daisha Board Gallery, Tarleton State University, and Angelina College. Tintamusik’s work has been supported by institutions including the Dallas Museum of Art, Puffin Foundation, Penland, Arrowmont, Anderson Ranch, and Pocosin Arts.
Submission Form
Fee covers entry for up to 5 works for juror’s consideration.
ELIGIBILITY
'The Eclektibition 2026' is open to all artists over the age 18 residing in North Texas. All mediums will be accepted for consideration. Video and multimedia pieces will need the necessary equipment required for display to be provided by the artists.
REQUIREMENTS:
2-D Works:
Wall hanging work must be install ready and of sound construction.
Please, no work that is over 50lbs.
For works that are framed, please make sure there is appropriate hardware for installation (d-rings, wire, etc).
Unframed canvases can be installed on their stretcher but it is strongly encouraged to have appropriate hanging hardware to ensure stability.
If there are special install requirements, please provide detailed install instructions. Artists may be asked or allowed to install wall work that have installational elements.
The size of submitted works must not exceed 60 inches on any side.
3-D Works:
All works must be of sound construction.
We have a small collection of pedestals for works that require them. If there is a specific size preferred, artists may be required to provide their own pedestal.
If there are special install requirements, please provide detailed install instructions. Artists may be asked or allowed to install wall work that have installational elements.
Works must be no larger than 36 inches by their length or width. Height must be under 60 inches. Note: our largest pedestals can comfortably fit works that are 24 inches by length or width. If a larger pedestal is required for display, it must be provided by the artist.
Video and Multi-Media:
All required materials for display (televisions, projectors, media players, etc.) must be provided by the artist.
While projection work is allowed, a screen presentation of video works is preferred for better viewing in a brightly lit space.
Video submissions must be submitted with a YouTube link.
Installations:
Artists will be required to provide all needed materials for installation works.
Wall installations must be no larger than 60 inches by width.
Artists are permitted, and may be required, to install these works. Detailed installation instructions must be provided if otherwise.
ENTRY FEE, SALES, AND SUBMISSION PROCESS
Fee and Payment: The $25 submission fee payable on our website linked here. All fees go towards supporting the gallery's operation.
Sales: The Eclectika does not conduct sales directly. We will connect any prospective buyers to artists to conduct sales, or will conduct sales using payment methods provided by the artist. Any sales made during the show are commission free with a suggested donation of 10% of any sales. All donations go towards supporting the gallery's operation.
READ THESE GUIDLINES CARFULLY AND MAKE SURE TO FOLLOW THEM
The following materials are needed:
A doc file/PDF with a submission inventory list
An artist bio/cv
Up to (5) file submissions
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR IMAGES ARE PROFESSIONAL QUALITY. THESE IMAGES MAY BE USED FOR PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL IF SELECTED. NO BLURY IMAGES, NO PHOTOS OF WORK TAKEN AT AN ANGLE, NO FLASH, ETC. PRESENT YOUR WORK WITH AS MUCH EFFORT AS YOU PUT INTO CREATING IT.
Image format requirements:
Name each file in the format as follows: FirstName_LastName_Workstitle
Example: John_Smith_BeautifulTrees.jpg
JPG/JPEG/PNG files only
Maximum file size of 5MB
300 dpi resolution is recommended as, if selected, these images may used for promotional material.
If submitting a video, please provide a YouTube link in the designated section.
Inventory list format requirements:
in a doc file/PDF
title doc/PDF in the following format: 'FirstnameLastnameEclektibitionSubmission'
example: John_Smith_Eclektibition_Submission'
Information needs to be written in the following format:
Name
Title, Year
Medium, Dimensions
Price
Example:
John Smith
Beautiful Trees, 2023
Oil on canvas, 8in x 10in
$250
EXHIBITION SCHEDULE AND IMPORTANT DATES:
Open Call Begins: Monday, August 10
Open Call ends: Friday, September 18
Artists Notified: Friday, September 25
Announcement: Monday, September 28
Drop off: Sunday, October 11 from 1-5pm
Opening: Saturday, October 17 from 6-10pm
Closing: Sunday, October 25 from 1-4pm
Pick Up: Sunday, October 25 from 4-6pm