Enter our Juried show!

Written By Heather Mcgeachy

We are holding our first juried show, to be held at Lloyd Center Mall. Portland, Oregon.

Residual Evidence Art Show

Exhibit Dates: February 6 – 23, 2025
Show Locations: Lloyd Center Mall, 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland, Oregon, 1st floor near the ice rink

Art Submission Deadline: January 10, 2025 11:59 PM
Artist Notified of Acceptance: January 13, 2025
Artwork Take-In Date: February 1, 1:00 to 4:00 PM

Artists’ Reception: Thursday February 6, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30pm

Artwork Pick-up & After-Party: Sunday, February 23, 2025, 3pm - 6:00pm

Show Viewing Hours: Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: 12 - 6pm


Show Description

"Residual Evidence" is a call to artists to reflect on the marks that linger—the traces of personality and observation that shape a work of art, and the imprint of spaces and communities as they evolve or disappear. This exhibition invites you to explore the intentional and accidental ways your creative process leaves its evidence in the final piece and to share how the world around you influences that journey.

This year’s show is inspired by the Lloyd Center, a space that has been a cornerstone of the community but will soon transition into memory. We encourage you to join us in reflecting on the lasting impact of places and moments like this. How does a space, a memory, or a community leave its imprint on us as artists? Whether through abstract gestures, deeply personal symbols, or vivid storytelling, we invite you to contribute your voice and vision to this collective exploration. Let’s create a shared experience that captures the beauty of what remains.

Entry Details

  • Eligibility:
    Preference will be given to artists who have previously attended Phil Sylvester’s drawing studio classes, but all are encouraged to apply.

  • Fee: $30 per entry, which supports venue costs.

  • Number of Entries: A maximum of three (3) pieces may be submitted per entry.

  • Sales: CoVault will handle all sales, with no commission taken. Artists will be paid after the show closes (minus any credit card fees).

  • Artwork Requirements:

    • Art must remain in the venue for the duration of the exhibit.

    • All submissions must align with the theme and be selected by the curator team.

    • Artwork must be ready for exhibition (e.g., dry, matted, framed, and wired).

Artwork Submission Guidelines

  • Original Work Only:
    No copies, reproductions, greenware, kits, or other prepared materials. Artists may be asked to validate originality.

  • Excluded Media:
    No sculpture or video submissions at this time.

  • Photography and Prints:
    Must be signed and numbered as part of a limited edition and meet archival standards.

  • Hanging Requirements:

    • All 2D artwork must be ready to hang with multi-strand picture wire (no saw-tooth hangers or clip-on frames).

  • Digital Submission Requirements:

    • Clear, high-quality JPEG images (800 x 1200 pixels)

  • Submission Link:
    www.covault.art/enter show.html

  • Questions:
    Contact Heather at heather@covault.art.

Take-In Process

  • Delivery Date: February 1, 2025, 1:00 - 4:00 PM. In person at Lloyd center mall, first floor near the ice rink.

  • Requirements:

    • Print and affix entry tags to your work. (Include your name, name of work, price, your phone number)

    • All work will be inspected upon delivery for condition and adherence to guidelines.

    • No substitutions or walk-ins accepted.

Artist Reception

Invite friends and family to the Artists’ Reception on February 6, 2025, 5:00 - 6:30 PM at Lloyd Center Mall. Enjoy light refreshments while viewing the exhibit.

After-Party and Pick-Up

  • More light refreshments and chat about the show.

  • Date: February 23, 2025

  • Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM (artwork pick-up begins at 5:00 PM).

Additional Information

  • Volunteers Needed:
    Help us make this event a success! If you can volunteer in February, let us know. Help is needed to sit the space, promote the show, installing work or taking down artwork.

  • Insurance:
    CoVault will insure artwork during the show. Claims for loss or damage will be investigated, and artists will be reimbursed up to the declared sale value on the submission form.

  • Unclaimed Work:
    Artwork not picked up by the end of February 23, 2025, will not be insured. If not collected within 30 days, the art will become property of CoVault.

Thank you for contributing to the "Residual Evidence" Art Show! We look forward to showcasing your creativity and exploring this meaningful theme together.

Heather Mcgeachy
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