# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Friends of Danada Presents:
The 2026 Nature Art & Photo Show

Location: Danada House, 3S501 Naperville Road, Wheaton, IL 60187
Contact: kat@danadahouse.org | danadahouse.org/events

? Step-by-Step Application

Complete the official entry form (original only, print clearly).
Prepare a JPEG image of each submitted work. 

Download Here - https://danadahouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Friends-of-Danada-Nature-Art-Show.pdf

Email Submission: Send to kat@danadahouse.org by March 1, 2026.

Subject Line: 2026 Art Show Submission.

Pay at Drop-off: Entry fees are due via cash or check (payable to Friends of Danada) when you deliver your art.

First Entry
$10

Second Entry
$5

Total Max  **$15** 2 entries total

?️ Critical Dates & Times
Event

Submission Deadline
Sunday, March 1

Via email (Form + JPEGs)
Artwork Drop-off

Tuesday, March 10
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday, March 11
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Artist Reception
Friday, March 13
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

Public Exhibition

Saturday, March 14
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM


Sunday, March 15
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

? Submission Guidelines & Rules

The Golden Rule: All work must show the natural environment with NO human influence (no buildings, sidewalks, fences, pets, or farm animals).

Eligibility: Open to all artists. Work must be new and never previously shown at Danada House.

Originality: Must be 100% original. No AI-generated or computer-generated artwork/prints.

Geography: Subjects must be native to the United States or North America.

Framing: Max dimensions 24" x 36" (including frame). Must be wired for hanging (no sawtooth hangers).

Identification: Label the back of each piece with your Name, Address, Phone, Email, and Title of Work.

Accepted Categories

Animals: Wildlife only in unrestrained settings. Includes mammals, birds, fish, and insects. (No pets, livestock, or zoo animals).
Native Plants: Wild plants and trees only. (No gardens or houseplants).

Landscapes: Includes seascapes. Must exclude any hint of human presence (no boats, parks, or churches).

? Awards & Sales

Best of Show: Ribbon + $200
Best Animal / Plant / Landscape: Ribbon + $100 each
People's Choice: Ribbon (Public vote)

Sales: No direct sales on-site. However, volunteers will provide your contact info to interested buyers.

? Delivery & Pick-up Rules
Packing: Please take all packing materials home after drop-off; there is no on-site storage.

Artwork Pick-up

Monday, March 16
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday, March 17
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Display: Artwork must remain hanging for the duration of the show.
Claiming Work: You must present your artist receipt for pick-up. Any work unclaimed after 30 days becomes the property of the Forest Preserve District/Friends of Danada.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wheaton/friends-of-danada-nature-art-and-photo-show-march-14th-and-15th/200029812680731
- **Event Categories**: art, exhibitions, crafts
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 7

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Wheaton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 3S501 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States, Illinois 60189
- **lat**: 41.81781
- **long**: -88.10797
- **full address**: 3S501 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States, Illinois 60189

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th being held?
  - **A:** Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th takes place on Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Sun, 15 Mar, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 3S501 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL, United States, Illinois 60189.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th?
  - **A:** Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th is organized by Danada House.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Wheaton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Friends of Danada - Nature Art & Photo Show March 14th & 15th sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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