Nouveau Art
What is Nouveau Art in the South Hall?
The Nouveau Art Show promotes the arts in Nassau County by allowing more artists to show their work in the art gallery, by inspiring artists, and by ensuring a continuous flow of NEW artwork for the public to appreciate. Nouveau Art Shows began in 2004 when the Island Art Association (IAA) received funding for the 2004 year from The Community Foundation for North Florida. Without this initial help, these very special art shows may not have been possible. Nouveau Art is a themed, juried show, open to any artist 18 and older, occurring every two months from April through January. It is displayed in the South Hall as a separate show from the exhibiting art in the IAA Gallery. Prize money is awarded for Best of Show, first, second and third places. A reception and awards presentation are held on the evening of the Second Saturday Artwalk.
Nouveau Art Schedule 2026 - 2027
June–July 2026 — The Big Show
Receiving Date:
June 2, 2026
Reception
June 13, 2026
Pick-up Dates:
August 3 & 4, 2026
Chair
Bill McKenna
August–September 2026 — Endless Summer
Receiving Date:
August 4, 2026
Reception
August 8, 2026
Pick-up Dates:
October 4 & 5, 2026
Chair
Betsy Harris
October–November 2026 — Splash of Color
Receiving Date:
October 6, 2026
Reception
October 10, 2026
Pick-up Dates:
December 6 & 7, 2026
Chair
Eva Goetz
December 2026 – January 2027 — Reflections
Receiving Date:
December 8, 2026
Reception
December 12, 2026
Pick-up Dates:
January 31 & February 1, 2027
Chair
Alice Henry
February 2027 — Members Show
Receiving Date:
February 2, 2027
Reception
February 13, 2027
Pick-up Dates:
February 28 & March 1, 2027
Chair
Diane Withrow
March 2027 — Nassau High Schools Show
Receiving Date:
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Reception
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Pick-up Dates:
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Chair
Sandy Castiaux
April–May 2027 — Whimsical Wonders
Receiving Date:
April 6, 2027
Reception
April 10, 2027
Pick-up Dates:
May 30 & 31, 2027
Chair
Pat Batchelder
June–July 2027 — The Big Show
Receiving Date:
June 1, 2027
Reception
June 12, 2027
Pick-up Dates:
July 31 & August 1, 2027
Chair
Bill McKenna
August–September 2027 — Shades of Blue
Receiving Date:
August 2, 2027
Reception
August 14, 2027
Pick-up Dates:
October 3 & 4, 2027
Chair
Leigh Hawkins
October–November 2027 — Nature and Environment
Receiving Date:
October 5, 2027
Reception
October 9, 2027
Pick-up Dates:
December 5 & 6, 2027
Chair
Emily Gordon
The show themes, dates and times of submissions, and opening receptions, are also included in the IAA newsletter, at www.islandart.org, and at the IAA Gallery (904-261-7020).
Nouveau Art –“The BIG Show”
Walter Cartategui
Leigh Hawkins
Jim Price
Christen Partleton
Best of Show
Don’t Mess With Us – Walter Cartategui
1st Place
Dawn of Island Life – Leigh Hawkins
2nd Place
Dining Alone – Jim Price
3rd Place
A Splash of Yellow – Christen Partleton
Honorable Mentions
Sandy Castiaux
Nature’s Grand Stage
Carol Winner
Dawn of Island Life – Leigh Hawkins
Kathy Frosio
Spoonbills in Marsh
GeorgAnna
Egans Creek View
Entry Requirements
Nouveau Art is open to artists 18 YEARS or older.
A maximum of two art pieces is allowed for all shows except the “Big Show” (December/January) which is limited to one entry per artist.
Artwork is submitted from 9 a.m. to noon on the designated date at the gallery. Entry forms are available HERE, link to downloadable entry form as well as being available onsite during the show intake period. Forms must be submitted in duplicate.
Cost
IAA members: $15 for 1 piece; $25 for 2 pieces.
Non-members: $25 for each submission.
Entry fees are non-refundable.
Eligible Work
Artwork must be original and not previously displayed in the IAA Gallery.
Artwork must have been created within the past two years of the show.
Artists should reflect the theme of the show. Not doing so may result in the juror deeming the work unacceptable.
Presentation And Size Requirements
Two-dimensional works must be ready to hang using professional hanging wire - no sawtooth hangers. D rings are permitted and coated wire is appreciated. Frames should be professional in appearance. Work may be rejected if not properly prepared for hanging.
For all shows except the “Big Show”, the size of the total piece is limited to 144 inches (For example, 36”x 36”) outer measurements of the frame.
“Big Show” size limitations: Entries must meet the following dimension requirements –
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minimum overall size of 120 inches and
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maximum overall size of 168 inches.
Three dimensional pieces should be properly finished with a sturdy base. Overall size limit not to exceed 144 inches, outer measurements. You may need to provide your own stand. Please be familiar with our gallery space.
Artist Submission Agreement
Artwork not selected must be picked up within two (2) days after submission.
All accepted work must remain in the show until sold or until the show ends, whichever comes first.
Unless approved by the chairman, artwork may be picked up no sooner than two (2) days prior to the close of the show.
All artwork must be removed from the Gallery on Sunday or Monday immediately prior to the next show intake. Participating artists will receive notification of the pickup dates.
Awards
Monetary prizes are awarded for Best of Show, First, Second, and Third places.
Awards are presented at the opening reception which is held on the evening of the Second Saturday Artwalk. Award winners are notified prior to the reception.
Winners are requested to be present for the award presentations. Everyone is encouraged to attend.
Juror
The juror’s decision is final. Artists must recognize that the juror may not accept their work. Space limitations may require the juror to eliminate some submissions. Awards and eligibility are at the sole discretion of the juror.
Sales Information
All artwork must be for sale. The gallery receives a 30% commission. Proceeds, less commission, for sold works is made via check mailed shortly after the end of the month when accounting has been completed. Please note any change of mailing address on the submittal form.
If artwork is sold from the Nouveau Art Show, the customer may take the work with them. We do ask if they would leave the work until the end of show, but it is not mandatory.