Members of the Artist’s Enclave of Denton County are invited to participate in an upcoming art show at Steve’s Wine Bar. This show, which will run from November 19 until January 15, is exclusive to Artist’s Enclave members.
This is a thematically open show. Members are invited to submit 2D works in any medium, including painting, photography, ceramics, textiles, woodworking, and mixed media.
Exhibition Facts at a Glance
Dates: November 19, 2026 – January 15, 2027
Location: Steve’s Wine Bar (111 Industrial St, Denton, TX 76201)
Jurors: Matt Anzak, Artistic Director, Steve’s Wine Bar
Ray Pahler, Board Member, Artists Enclave of Denton County
Jon Black, President, Artists Enclave of Denton County
SHOW CALENDAR
Thursday, November 5
All submissions due online to: mattanzak@gmail.com
Tuesday, November 10
Notification of works accepted
Sunday, November 15th
Artwork intake, 11am – 2 pm
(or by appointment on the 16th or 17th with Matt)
Thursday, November 19
Exhibition opens to public
Thursday, December 10
Holiday Reception for contributing artists and public, 6pm – 8 pm. Followed by a performance by Cassandra Berry.
Friday, January 15
Closing Reception, 6pm – 8 pm
Sunday, January 24
Artists pick up artwork, 11am – 2pm
NOTE - If you are unable to drop-off your artwork between 11am and 2pm on November 15 or cannot pick up your artwork on January 24, arrangements must be made in advance with Matt Anzak at mattanzak@gmail.com. Any resulting shipping or storage costs are solely the responsibility of the artist.
ELIGIBLE MEDIA
2D arts are eligible for the exhibition. 3D art is acceptable if it can be hung on a wall. See Artwork Requirements below for additional information.
EXHIBITION SPACE
Works will be exhibited at Steve’s Wine Bar (https://www.steveswinebar.com)
111 Industrial St.
Denton, TX 76201
SALES
A 30% commission will be applied to any artwork sold during the show (10% going to the venue, 15% for the curator and artistic director, and 5% for AEDC). Purchased artwork can be collected after the end of the show. Payments will be made no later than 14 days after the end of show.
LIABILITY
AEDC and Steve’s Wine Bar will take precautions to protect works accepted into the exhibition. Neither AEDC nor Steve’s Wine Bar will be responsible for any loss or damage to works accepted.
CONTACT INFORMATION
For questions or comments, please reach out to
ENTRIES
Entry is limited to current, active members of Artists Enclave of Denton County. Non-Members are welcome to join Artists Enclave of Denton County for $25 annually at any time, immediately making them eligible for participation in this show. Join via https://www.artistsenclavedenton.org/join
Submissions in any 2D medium will be considered, including but not limited to: painting, photography, ceramics, textiles, woodworking, and mixed media.
Artists may enter up to 6 pieces.
Factors determining selection include a work’s representation, theme, and technique as well as the number of submissions received, and space available for proper display. Additionally, as mentioned above, this show has several special submission criteria:
· While not absolutely a requirement, special consideration will be given to works which are for sale.
· While works of all sizes are welcome for submission, certain areas of the venue are optimized for mid-sized works or larger works of 24” x 30” or greater. Jurors will be specifically looking for a number of works of those dimensions.
· Steve’s is a commercial establishment patronized by a wide cross-section of the Denton community which, before 9 p.m., may include minors. Jurors reserve the right to consider imagery and them when making selections.
How to Submit
1) SEND A SEPARATE EMAIL FOR EACH WORK SUBMITTED TO MattAnzak@gmail.com
2) SUBJECT
In the subject line, please use the following format:
AEDC Show_[artist’s last name]_[artowrk title]
For example: AEDC Show_Smith_Twilight on the Trinity
3) ATTACHMENT
Include as an attachment a .jpg photo of the artwork at 72dpi and a file size no larger than 10MB.
Use the same “AEDC Show_[artist’s last name]_[artowrk title]” format for the image name asf for the email subject.
For example: AEDC Show_Smith_Twilight on the Trinity.jpg
4) BODY
Your email MUST include the following
· Your full name
· Name of the work
· Size of the work (Width x Length x Depth) in inches
· Selling price of the work (don’t forget to factor in the 30% comission when determining asking price) or “NFS” if the work is not for sale.
Your email CAN include the following
· A short artist statement about the work (up to 200 words)
· A short artist bio (up to 200 words).
Artwork Preparation and Installation Checklist
· Works should be delivered labeled with the artist’s name, contact information, and title.
· Works should be clearly marked with the sale price or “NFS.”
· Works must be ready to be hung upon arrival.
· Works on canvas must be professionally framed or gallery-wrapped stretched canvas.
· Works on canvas must be wired (no solo d-rings or sawtooth hangers).
· Fiber pieces must have a hanging apparatus able to hang from 1-2 nails (i.e., a rod pocket with dowel).
· Other wall-mounted pieces (glass, ceramic, metal, etc.) must have a secure hanging apparatus able to hang from 1-2 nails.
· Bumpers are strongly encouraged to protect both artwork and venue space.
· All glass/plexiglass as well as matting must be in good condition
About the Artists Enclave of Denton County
Artists Enclave of Denton County is a 501(c)(3) organization serving artists and the arts. Our membership proudly includes fine artists, designers, photographers, filmmakers, performing artists, musicians, authors, poets, playwrights, screenwriters, patrons, collectors, and other groups and societies.
About Steve’s Wine Bar
Established in 2016 as a part of vibrant Downtown Denton, Steve’s has become a hub for Denton’s cultural, social, and oenophile (that’s a fancy word for “wine lover”) scenes. In 2026, under art director Matt Anzak, Steve’s is working to proactively put art in the spotlight with a variety of new exhibitions, receptions, talks and other events.