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 ROY G BIV 

Main Gallery exhibition - May 2025

ROY G BIV is an exhibition by Craven Arts Council & Gallery showcasing the use of color. Each artist will receive a 12” x 12” cradled board and draw a random color. Each work will utilize hues, shades, tints and tones of that color as the primary palate for the work. Each panel in the Main Gallery at Bank of the Arts will be filled with works featuring that color, creating a rainbow that moves across the gallery. Colors selected for the exhibition will be red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet (purple), white, and black. Works will be judged for a chance to win one of over twenty prizes, and artist
​ may sell their work on a 60/40 split in the artist’s favor. 

2025 ROY G BIV Juror - Dan Elliott

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This year's juror for ROY G BIV will be Dan Elliott, Graphic Design professor at East Carolina University. 
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Dan Elliott is a designer that believes graphic design has the power to affect change. He strives to
​create culturally relevant and authentically designed artifacts that communicate and solve problems. Dan often collaborates with non-profit organizations allowing their often-unnoticed voice to be heard. He has worked professionally as a graphic designer in both Chapel Hill and Chicago with clients ranging from large financial institutions to an independent skateboard maker.He received his undergraduate degree in Graphic Design from Illinois State University and his MFA in Graphic Design from the University of Illinois at Chicago.


Awards
Best in Show
$200
Best in Color (8 awards)
$100
Honorable Mentions (8 awards)
$25

Youth Achievement Awards (5) (must be 18 or younger)
3 Awards
1st Place: $50
2nd Place: $40
3rd Place: $30
 Honorable Mentions(2)

$15 each


Important Dates:
Drop Off: 10am-5pm, May 2 & 3
Exhibition: May 9 - 29
ArtWalk Reception: May 9, 2025, 5 - 8 pm
Awards Announced at 6 pm
Pick Up:  10am-5pm, May 30 & May 31

ROY G BIV 2025 Winners

Best in Show

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Queen of Hearts by Maryalice Johnston

Best in Colors


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Ruby Serenade by Jeff Boring (RED)
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Besties by Heidi Dibella (ORANGE)
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Spring by Bill Fryczynski (YELLOW)
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Visions of Mother Earth by Michaele Rose Watson (GREEN)
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Cloudy with a Chance of Rain by Karen Schaaf (BLUE)
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The Dyer's Hands by Jennifer WinterRose (PURPLE)
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Woolie by Laura Overman (WHITE)
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Hidden Beauty by Chris Provard (BLACK)

Honorable Mentions

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Time Constraints by Anne Tammeling
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Fishing on his Mind by Lizzy Lawrence
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"Reflections of the Past" or "Simpler Times" by Loki Freeze
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I'm Violet but not a Violet by Theresa Hodock
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Corvid by Kate Child
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A Walk in the Park by Brenda Singh
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Where Light Dies by William Miglio
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State of the Nation by Chris Bennet

Youth Winners

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Wood Block by Hudson Wright (1st Place)
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Pickle Ballin' by Henry Quinn (2nd Place)
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Eyelash Viper by Atticus Richard (3rd Place)
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Spring Picnic by Chaeli Haggerty (Honorable Mention)
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Blue Hills by Walt Repenning (Honorable Mention)
ROY G BIV Supplementary Terms and Conditions
​All artists should also read Craven Arts Council & Gallery's Exhibition Terms and Conditions at www.cravenarts.org/tc

1) All pieces will be completed on the provided 12”x12” cradled boards. Please do not exceed a 1” overhang on any side of the board, or project more than 4” from the face of the surface. 

​2) Each will draw 2 colors and select one (excepting the last 8 entries into the exhibition). If shipping the board CACG will contact the artist with the 2 colors they may chose from. This color shall be the predominate color of the work. Other colors may be used The artist may use any shade, hue, tint, or tone of the color to meet this requirement. 

3) CAC&G will ship cradled boards to the artist upon their request. All shipping, including of the cradled board to the artist, shipping of the work to Bank of the Arts, and return shipping of artwork at the end of the exhibition shall be the responsibility of the artist.

4) One piece per artist. If there are remaining spots open CAC&G will contact artists about the opportunity to enter a second work.

5) All works will be received by CAC&G by 5pm, May 4th. If the artist is shipping their work they must ensure the piece will reach the Bank of Arts by this date, and include self addressed return postage in their package.

6)Sales: Sales prices are determined by the artist. The artists shall receive 60% of the sales price of the work within 60 days of the close of the exhibition. CAC&G shall handle all taxes and credit card fees from their portion of the sales.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I include other colors?
Yes! However, the color you selected from a hat must be the dominant color.

Can I complete my piece on a watercolor paper, or use a photograph printed on paper? 
Yes, so long as the paper is securely attached to the cradled board. We recommend using 3M Super 77 spray adhesive, but there are a variety of glues that would work. Please do not use double sided tape.

What materials can I use? 
Anything you can attach securely to the board. Artists utilizing "temporary" materials are ask to ensure that the piece will not create a mess as it ages in the gallery. 

Does my piece have to hang on the wall?
Yes. We also ask that the piece hang as a square (not a diamond) to allow for a consistent display of works in the exhibition. Unlike other exhibitions at Bank of the Arts, works in ROY G BIV do not require a wire for hanging. 

Does my piece need to be framed? 
No, but if you choose to frame your piece please ensure that the frame does not exceed the 1" overhang limitation on the edges. 

What is the Youth Category?
This year Craven Arts Council & gallery is introducing a Youth Division, with 6"x6" cradled boards, a lower entry fee, and separate prize pool. Our goal is to encourage and foster creativity in our community, by offering them a chance to participate in the exhibition and win prizes. Participants in the Youth division should be 18 years or younger, and if under 18, must have a parent or guardian sign a wavier. Youth may elect to participant in the regular ROY G BIV exhibition with a 12"x12" board, but will be required to pay the regular entry fee, and works will be judged with the regular ROY G BIV exhibition. 
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Craven Arts Council & Gallery is the Designated County Partner of the North Carolina Arts Council for Craven County. Operations and programs are supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. www.NCArts.org

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  • Exhibitions
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      • Main Gallery >
        • Juneteenth
      • Director's Gallery >
        • Christina Carroll
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      • Japan in Black and White
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