Root Division invites artists working in all genres to submit work for our annual juried exhibition, Introductions 2022. Each year, Root Division presents the work of 12 Bay Area artists in an exhibition and catalogue juried by three prominent arts professionals.

Introductions highlights emerging Bay Area artists without gallery representation. Artists are selected through a highly competitive juror review based on the conceptual and formal strength of the work. The resulting exhibition includes a diverse range of media and subject matter featuring video, installation, sculpture, photography and painting.

Introductions is a keystone of Root Division’s exhibition programming — offering exposure to emerging artists and a chance for the public to learn about up and coming creative voices.

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Application Deadline: 
June 13, 2022 11:59 pm

Exhibition Dates:
September 1–23, 2022

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Eligibility requirements:
▪ Artists must be living in one of 9 counties of the San Francisco Bay Area or Sacramento.
▪ Artwork submitted for review (or work very similar in nature to that submitted) must be available for listed exhibition dates.
▪ Artists cannot have existing local gallery representation.

Application Materials:
Please complete the online application form by Monday June 13, 2022 at 11:59 pm

▪ 4 images (jpegs: 72dpi) AND/OR a link to 3-minute clip of video on Vimeo or other video platform. Please label each jpg as “ImageNumber_Last Name” i.e. “01_Cortez”
▪ Artist CV (1-2 page max)
▪ Artist Statement (1 page max)

Online Application Form:
Completed application form available at this link.

Application Payment:
▪ E-payment* can be paid securely online at this link.
Please note that the $20 fee* must be on file by 06/13/2022 for the email submission to be considered.

* Fees go to support stipends for jurors and exhibiting artists as well as the production of a full-color exhibition catalog. In an effort to provide equitable access to this opportunity, artists can request a fee waiver by emailing: frances@rootdivision.org.

** Artists selected for the exhibition will be notified by July 22 via email or phone about the inclusion of their work in the show. Representatives from Root Division will conduct studio visits as necessary, but good documentation of work for submission is strongly suggested. **

Please email frances@rootdivision.org with any questions.