[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Stamford Art Association announces a call for artists for the 43nd Annual National Faber Birren Color Award Exhibit. In 1980, Faber Birren, world renowned color consultant and author of 27 books on color, endowed the Faber Birren Color Award Exhibit with awards for original and creative expression of color. The exhibition has grown from regional to national in scope, and encourages artists in all media. To be held at The Townhouse Gallery in Stamford and online.
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Enter by: 23 September 2023
- Artist Notification: September 30th
- Receiving: October 13th at 12 – 2 PM. October 14th at 12 – 2 PM if hand delivered
- Show dates: October 26 – December 15, 2023
- Opening Reception: Thursday, October 26th at 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Closing Reception: Friday, December 15th at 5:30 – 7:30 PM
- Pickup: December 15th at 7:30 – 8:30 PM and December 16th at 12 – 2 PM
Juror: Joseph Henry (Art History Ph.D. Candidate at the CUNY Graduate Center and Florence B. Selden Fellow at the Yale University Art Gallery)
Prizes: Over $1200 in awards including first, second, third, and honorable mention prizes. Winners will be asked to participate in a video presentation.
About Stamford Art Association
Established in 1971 by a group of 24 local artists in an 1874 historical townhouse, the Stamford Art Association is a nonprofit 501(c)3 arts organization whose members include painters, sculptors, printmakers, photographers, and multimedia artists. The association is supported by grants from the Connecticut Commission on the Arts, Connecticut Humanities, the City of Stamford, the Kuriansky Foundation, and generous donations from individual artists and friends. Their mission is to provide art and education programs as well as a forum where emerging and professional artists can exhibit artwork and engage with other artists, community organizations, and the public.
For more information, contact stamfordartassn@optonline.net.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Decagon Gallery announces a call for artists for Fictional Narrative, an online photography exhibition.
This exhibition celebrates the art of visual storytelling. The gallery invites photographers to submit their most captivating, evocative, and narrative-driven images. They are looking for images that tell a story, convey an emotion, or capture a moment in time. Submit a portrait that captures the essence of a person, a landscape that evokes a sense of place, or a still life that suggests a larger narrative.
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Enter by: 10 November 2023
This exhibit will run online from November 15 through December 31, 2023. The gallery receives thousands of visits worldwide.
Curators will choose approximately 35 images for this exhibition. The First Place entry for Fictional Narrative will receive a cash prize of $300. The gallery aggressively promotes its exhibits in social media and direct mail. The gallery encourages visitors to inquire about sales. All inquiries are forwarded to the photographer — no commissions are charged in the event a sale is made.
About Decagon Gallery
Decagon Gallery is a Brooklyn-based enterprise that offers several means for photographers to exhibit their works to the world. Fee-based entries are heavily promoted and offer cash prizes. The Flash exhibits, which are posted frequently, are free of fees and widely viewed. Solo exhibitions and featured artists are designed to showcase photographers in a unique setting. They offer an opportunity to present a portfolio of work that stays on the gallery’s website for at least 12 months.
For more information, contact info@decagongallery.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Decagon Gallery announces a call for artists for The Beauty of Still Life, an online photography exhibition. Explore the beauty and artistry of still life photography. Through a collection of stunning and thought-provoking images, the gallery aims to showcase the power of everyday objects to evoke emotion, tell stories, and capture the essence of life.
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Enter by: 10 August 2023
From the simple beauty of a vase of flowers to the intricate details of a carefully arranged table setting, these images celebrate the artistry and meaning of still life photography. They offer a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of the world around us, and invite us to reflect on the ways in which everyday objects can inspire and delight us.
The Beauty Of Still Life: Artist Benefits
- A cash award of $300 will be given to the First Place entry, as decided by a juror
- The exhibition will run online from mid-August through September
- The exhibit will be posted on the gallery’s website for six weeks and as a video on YouTube
- Promotion on social media will be directed to art collectors and galleries
- A beautifully designed printed hard cover catalogue will be available for purchase
- All inquiries from visitors who wish to purchase any photos will be forwarded to the photographer – the gallery will not facilitate sales nor will they take any commissions
About Decagon Gallery
The purpose of Decagon Gallery is to provide a platform for photographers to showcase their work and connect with a global audience. Each month, the gallery selects a specific theme that challenges photographers to interpret and capture it in their own distinctive way. This approach not only encourages creativity but also allows viewers to engage with a diverse range of photographic styles and narratives. From landscapes and portraits to abstract and conceptual photography, exhibitions encompass a wide spectrum of genres, ensuring there is something for everyone to appreciate and enjoy.
Decagon Gallery aims to celebrate the art of photography, promote talented photographers, and provide a platform for artistic expression and appreciation. Through themed monthly exhibitions, they strive to inspire, educate, and entertain both photographers and viewers, creating a vibrant and inclusive space for the photography community to thrive.
For more information, contact director@decagongallery.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Dogwood Arts announces a call for artists for the 2023 Dogwood Regional Art Exhibition, showcasing fine art of all kinds from emerging and established artists living and working within a 500 mile radius of Knoxville, Tennessee. Open to all artists 18 years and older. Work must have been completed in the last two years.
Categories are 2-D painting, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, photography, 3-D sculpture of all media (may submit two images), and site-specific installation. 4-D art, including video, performance and other time-based pieces are not eligible.
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Enter by: 10 July 2023
The juried exhibition takes place annually at the Emporium Center and Dogwood Arts Gallery in Downtown Knoxville, Tennessee. An independent juror with significant ties to local, regional, and national creative culture reviews each application, selects the participants, and awards over $2,000 to participating artists.
New This Year: Dogwood Arts is expanding the Dogwood Regional Art Exhibition to include additional space for installations in the Dogwood Arts Gallery (just down the street from the Emporium Center). This may include large-scale sculptural work and/or site-specific installations of any kind. There will be a materials stipend up to $700 (to be reimbursed with receipts) based on scale and level of involvement.
Dogwood Regional Art Exhibition Artist Benefits
Awards: Cash awards totaling $2,000 will be presented at the Opening Reception on August 4, 2023 at the Emporium from 5-8 pm. Best in Show $1,000, 2nd Place $500, Third Place $250, two $125 Honorable Mention awards, and a $100 Gift Certificate courtesy of ExpressFrame for custom framing. All awards are designated by the juror and are final. All artists accepted into the show are encouraged to attend the Awards Reception at the Emporium Art Center on August 4th.
The Dogwood Regional Art Exhibition is a heavily publicized and well-attended event in the heart of Downtown Knoxville. The exhibition will be on display for an entire month with every effort made by the organization to sell the artwork on display.
About Dogwood Arts
Dogwood Arts is one of the premier arts-related non-profit organizations in the region. Dogwood Arts has a 67-year history of arts advocacy, environmental stewardship, and economic impact in East Tennessee. With the financial support of corporate sponsors, grant funding, local government investment, and private donors, Dogwood Arts produces 20 year-round events and programs that help make Knoxville a great place to live, work, and play.
Dogwood Arts offers several opportunities for working artists throughout the year at events like Chalk Walk, the Dogwood Arts Festival, Maker Markets at Southern Skies Music Festival, the House & Garden Show, the Old City Market, and at Maker Exchange.
For more information, contact ecurran@dogwoodarts.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Gallery Underground announces a call for artists for Out of the Blue, a national juried art show.
The topic is open to artists’ interpretation with potential themes including sky or water scenes, depictions of the unexpected, emergence from melancholy times, or a departure from the color blue. This art call is open to all mediums including any form of 2D or 3D work.
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Enter by: 29 June 2023
The show will be juried by artist Susan O’Neill. There will be $500 in cash prizes awarded to winners. The Out of the Blue national juried art show will begin with a First Friday opening reception, which can draw between 100-200 people.
About Gallery Underground
Gallery Underground is a nonprofit juried art gallery run by the Arlington Artists Alliance. It is an exciting gathering place for artists and the greater local community. The gallery makes 2D and 3D art accessible and promotes the works of all levels of artists. The gallery features the artwork of 30+ established and emerging regional artists representing many mediums including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, ceramics, and mixed media. They are located in the heart of National Landing, which is made up of three thriving neighborhoods, Crystal City, Pentagon City, and Potomac Yard. National Landing is located at the center of the Washington, DC, region and a few blocks away from the Crystal City Metro station. The gallery is free and open to the public.
For more information, contact art@galleryunderground.org.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Friends of the Arboretum announce a call for artists for the 28th annual Art in the Arboretum. The art festival will feature 75 artists booths in the beautiful gardens, education center, and greenhouse of the New Hanover County Arboretum in Wilmington, North Carolina, on October 13th, 14th, and 15th.
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Register by: 21 August 2023
Art in the Arboretum will have several opportunities for artists to display their work this year which include traditional style 10′ x10′ tent spaces in the gardens, 5′ x 10′ under-awning spaces outside, and 6′ x 9′ interior booth spaces in the Education Center and Greenhouse. The festival is open to seasoned show veterans to first-timers inside.
Friends of the Arboretum can’t wait to share all the exciting changes that they have made to the 28th annual Art in the Arboretum Festival including new prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place artwork; the new limited edition VIP ticket program for collectors; and advertising partners/sponsors.
There are over 1,800 Friends of the Arboretum members who have free admission to the event and another 2,000+ paying attendees each year.
About Friends of the Arboretum
The Friends of the New Hanover County Arboretum (i.e. The Friends) was created as a non-profit, 501 c (3) fund raising organization in 1986. Since then, it has provided financial support to the New Hanover County Arboretum for the maintenance of its gardens and their improvement. Over the years, it has supported special projects like the creation of the Contemplation Garden, improvements to the Children’s Garden (which will be completed this year), and the educational programs of Extension.
The Friends’ major fundraiser each year is the Art in the Arboretum Show and Sale which helps assure the Arboretum’s continuing development and preservation.
For more information, contact bcarter.arboretum@gmail.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Libertytown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for Heroes and Villains, a national juried exhibition.
As children, we learned that heroes are brave and true and villains are evil and duplicitous. It was comforting to think of them as opposites, but, as we grew, the lines got blurry and who was a hero and villain sometimes wasn’t obvious. This show is all about what heroes and villains means to you. They can be nationally known or in your home. They can be corporations or movements. They can be archetypal or nuanced. Show us your personal heroes and villains. All mediums welcome.
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Enter by: 14 August 2023
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a 13,000 square foot art facility located in downtown, Fredericksburg, Virginia, located halfway between DC and Richmond and a tourist destination rich in history.
They are home to over 80 artists and feature a main gallery, working artists’ studios, and full spectrum of art classes offered to the public. Main gallery shows rotate monthly. This ensures that they are always presenting new items for local patrons to enjoy and experience. Artwork featured in shows are shown for viewing and sale on the LibertyTown website, Facebook, and Instagram. LibertyTown participates in First Friday art receptions, which are well-attended events that happen monthly.
LibertyTown Arts is open seven days a week and evenings and get substantial visitors every day including local patrons and tourists visiting the city.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] LibertyTown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for Monochromatic, a national juried exhibition.
Do you have a favorite color? Have you considered using a single color to make an art piece? Are you looking to challenge the way you approach your pieces in a fun and different way? Then this show is perfect for you. LibertyTown Arts Workshop is looking for works that are monochromatic and the ways artists approach their mediums and compositions in this manner. All mediums welcome.
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Enter by: 15 May 2023
Show on Display: June 2, 2023 through July 2, 2023
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a 13,000 square foot art facility located in downtown, Fredericksburg, Virginia, located halfway between DC and Richmond and a tourist destination rich in history.
They are home to over 80 artists and feature a main gallery, working artists’ studios, and full spectrum of art classes offered to the public. Main gallery shows rotate monthly. This ensures that they are always presenting new items for local patrons to enjoy and experience. Artwork featured in shows are shown for viewing and sale on the LibertyTown website, Facebook, and Instagram. LibertyTown participates in First Friday art receptions, which are well-attended events that happen monthly.
LibertyTown Arts is open seven days a week and evenings and get substantial visitors every day including local patrons and tourists visiting the city.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Libertytown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for The Art of the Drink, a national juried exhibition. Beverages of all types are a mainstay of people’s daily life including water, soda, beer, and craft cocktails.
In this show, LibertyTown Arts Workshop wants to celebrate the glory of all our favorite beverages including what we drink, how we drink, and the cups and glasses we drink from. The workshop is looking for works that define and elevate the everyday event of imbibing. All mediums welcomed.
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Enter by: 24 March 2023
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a 13,000 square foot art facility located in downtown, Fredericksburg, Virginia, located halfway between DC and Richmond and a tourist destination rich in history.
They are home to over 80 artists and feature a main gallery, working artists’ studios, and full spectrum of art classes offered to the public. Main gallery shows rotate monthly. This ensures that they are always presenting new items for local patrons to enjoy and experience. Artwork featured in shows are shown for viewing and sale on the LibertyTown website, Facebook, and Instagram. LibertyTown participates in First Friday art receptions, which are well-attended events that happen monthly.
LibertyTown Arts is open seven days a week and evenings and get substantial visitors every day including local patrons and tourists visiting the city.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com.
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Decatur Arts Alliance announces a call for artists for Small Changes, the 34th Annual Decatur Fine Arts Exhibition. Submit 2-Dimensional and 3-Dimensional media for consideration in this juried multimedia presentation to be held May 4 – June 16, 2023 in conjunction with the Decatur Arts Festival.
The Fine Arts Exhibition returns in 2023—with a few Small Changes. First, a change of location: the downtown Decatur public library has beautifully renovated the fourth floor into a spacious gallery. This prime location and extended hours will improve accessibility to the Fine Arts Exhibition. Second, the time of year: the Decatur Arts Festival is now presented during the first full weekend of May, a time with generally temperate weather. Finally, the exhibition will now center around an annual theme. In celebration of these Small Changes, this year’s exhibition will feature artwork that is *no larger than 24 inches in any direction.*
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Enter by: 24 March 2023
Participants may submit three entries for one fee of $30. Each artwork, which may include three images, must be submitted on a separate entry form.
Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by a panel of three jurors on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution.
- All works must be original and completed within the last two years.
- The sponsors are the final authority on eligibility.
- Works to be hung must be ready for hanging with any necessary hardware in place.
- Entries must be no larger than 24 inches in any direction, including framing.
Small Changes Artist Benefits
The Decatur Arts Festival draws approximately 60,000 people to downtown Decatur, Georgia, for a celebration of the arts that includes a juried Artists Market; Kids’ Fest; performance stages celebrating theatre, dance, comedy, spoken word, and music; and the Fine Arts Exhibition. This large audience represents a broad spectrum of knowledge and appreciation of the arts, and the Fine Arts Exhibition addresses this spectrum with a diversity of styles and media. Works selected for the show reflect a wide range of artists’ experiences and viewpoints, with excellence as a common thread.
Awards:
- Best of Show: $1,000
- Gold Award: $700
- Silver Award: $500
Purchase awards totaling $2,500 are selected by the City of Decatur for inclusion in its public art collection.
Sales are encouraged. The Decatur Arts Alliance handles all sales and collects a 25% commission on all artwork sold as a result of this exhibition. All artwork for sale must be priced by the artist and so stated in the entry. Please be sure to include the 25% commission for the Decatur Arts Alliance in your price. The 8% Georgia sales tax will be added at the point of sale. Sales from the Fine Art Exhibition have increased each year and works from the exhibition have been added to private, corporate, and non-profit collections.
About Decatur Arts Alliance
Since its founding in 1989, the Decatur Arts Alliance has continually expanded its impact. Today, the 501(c)3 nonprofit brings a full-spectrum arts experience to the community every day through outdoor installations, live music, art events and festivals, community classes, and exhibitions – all freely available to the public. The Decatur Arts Alliance works to connect residents, businesses, tourists, and artists to increase arts access and engagement. The organization is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities for emerging and established artists of diverse experiences and backgrounds, and to producing work that is impactful for a broad range of community members.
For more information, contact finearts@decaturartsalliance.org.