IMAS invites community to participate in Juried Art Show

The International Museum of Art & Science (IMAS) has announced its 4th Annual Members’ Juried Art Show (MJAS), an exhibition that offers local artists the chance to display their work in a professional museum setting.

The exhibition will showcase the diverse talents of the community and celebrate the creative spirit of IMAS members from Oct. 5, 2024, to Jan. 5, 2025. This year’s exhibition which fosters community development is supported in part by the Rotary Club of Edinburg.

Why participate?

The MJAS is a special opportunity exclusively for IMAS members to have their artwork featured in one of the region’s most respected art institutions. As part of IMAS’s ongoing commitment to fostering local talent, this juried exhibition is designed to highlight the artistic achievements of its members. Submitting artwork for the MJAS is a benefit of IMAS membership, which is open to all individuals ages 18 and older.

IMAS members may submit up to two pieces of artwork, with the guarantee that at least one will be included in the show. The selected pieces will be reviewed by an independent juror, Jon Joanis, a renowned artist with a diverse background in fine arts and design. Joanis will not only select the final artworks for the exhibition but will also award Best of Show, Second Place, Third Place, and three Honorable Mentions, each carrying a monetary prize.

“It’s wonderful to see the variety and number of artists, style, and media that our community has to offer. The amount of support our community has for their artists is incredible!” said Marcelo Ramirez Garcia-Rojas, IMAS curator.

How to participate

To participate, artists must be current IMAS members. Memberships can be purchased or renewed at any time, including up to the date of artwork submission. Membership at IMAS comes with a variety of benefits, including free admission to the museum, discounts on events and classes, and the opportunity to participate in exclusive exhibitions like the MJAS.

Artists interested in submitting their work into the 2024 MJAS must complete the MJAS application, available on the IMAS website.

The completed form must be submitted in person during one of the artwork drop off dates below along with their artwork submission(s):

>> 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20

>> 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21

Key dates include:

>> Notification of declined artwork: 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25

>> Opening reception: 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5

>> End of show artwork pick-up: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 10 and 11

>> Uncollected artwork disposal date: 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 7, 2025

Become a Member

For those not yet members, now is the perfect time to join the IMAS family and take advantage of this incredible opportunity. Memberships start at $35 for individuals and $75 for families and can be purchased directly through the IMAS website or at the museum. By becoming a member, supporters not only help sustain the arts in the community but also gain access to a wealth of cultural experiences and events throughout the year.

For more information on how to submit artwork or to become a member, visit theimasonline.org/member or contact IMAS directly at (956) 681-2800.

The museum is located at the intersection of Bicentennial Way and Nolana Avenue at 1900 W. Nolana in McAllen. Hours of operation are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Regular admission is $5 with discounted $3 for children ages 4 to 12, students with an ID, public school educators, veterans and active military, and senior citizens 65+. Museums for All (WIC/EBT) discount is $1 for up to four people per card. Visit www.theimasonline.org or call (956) 681-2800 for more information.

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