The Great American Nudes exhibition explores the beauty, strength, diversity and vulnerability of the human body. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery from March 1 – 29, 2025 and is open for entry to all artists working in the Americas. All media, styles, and artistic interpretations of the theme will be reviewed and considered. Deadline for submissions is November 30, 2024. Entry information online at: http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/nude.htm
Visual Arts
Call for Artists: Abstract Mind 2025: the 10th International Exhibition on Abstract Art
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in “Abstract Mind 2025,” the 10th International Exhibition on Abstract Art.
*Deadline: September 12, 2024
*The categories include:
-Painting, Drawing, and Print
-Sculpture & Installation Art
-Photograph & 2D Digital Art
-Video & Interactive Art
*Installation
-Photographs & 2D Digital Art
Selected works will be printed on A3 (297 x 420 mm) foam poster board, and installed by our curators and assistants. If requested by the artist, works can be printed and framed in different sizes. Additional fees may apply. If a special printing process is required, the artist may print and frame the works, and ship them to us. Please refer to the “physical works” guidelines below.
-Video & Interactive Art
We will provide projectors and DVD/DIVX players for the show. Multiple single-channel works will be screen through a projector. If the work is required to be screened through a projector exclusively, or more than two projectors/monitors are needed, please indicate the special requirements in the submission email. Additional fees may apply.
-Painting, Sculpture, & Installation Art
The artist is responsible for the shipment and delivery of his/her physical work to and from CICA Museum, as well as all related expenses. The two-dimensional work should be no larger than 39 inch (1 m) on the longest side, and the installation piece should be no larger than 39x39x79 inches (1 x 1 x 2 m, w x l x h). The work that needs to be mounted on the wall should not exceed 10 kg. Please indicate in the submission email if you are interested in exhibiting works exceeding the size/weight limit.
*Exhibition Dates: April 23 – May 18, 2025
***The dates are subject to change.
*How to submit your work: Please visit our website for more information https://cicamuseum.com/call-for-artists-abstract-mind/
14th Annual “Nature” Online Art Competition
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces the 14th Annual “Nature” Online Art Competition.
The “Nature” theme is the artist’s interpretation and depiction of nature art. Nature subjects include geographical subjects, landscapes, natural objects, wildlife and natural environments. Both 2D & 3D artists (including photography & digital arts) are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art.
Best in Show winner will receive a cash prize. Winners receive extensive worldwide publicity and promotion.
Entry Fees: $18.00 for 1 to 2 entries / $26.00 for 3 to 5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts.
The deadline to apply is November 27, 2024.
For further information and to apply online: https://lightspacetime.art/14th-nature-online-art-competition-2024/
About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly themed online art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists on a worldwide basis. It is the gallery’s intention to help today’s artists to successfully market their art to a worldwide audience.
$3,500 & $1,000 Artist Grants
The Hopper Prize is now accepting entries for our Fall 2024 artist grants.
We are offering $3,500 and $1,000 grants to artists and photographers around the world.
For this open call, we will be providing 6 grants totaling $11,000 USD.
2 artists will each receive $3,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000.
This is an open call, all media eligible.
Submissions will be juried by
— Caitlin Chaisson, Curatorial Assistant, The Museum of Modern Art, New York
— Ionit Behar, Curator, DePaul Art Museum, Chicago
Our open call provides you with a direct path to get your work in front of these forward thinking exhibition makers.
In addition to grants, 30 artists will be selected for a shortlist. Additional exposure is available via our online Journal as well as our Instagram feed, currently reaching an audience over 150k.
Deadline: November 12, 2024
Submit your work at https://hopperprize.org
Call for Art: Small Works
We invite artists from all backgrounds to submit their artwork for our juried exhibition, “Small Works.” This showcase aims to celebrate the power of small artworks that invites viewers to explore the intricacies of minute details. All media is welcome, including: painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, mixed media, etc. Artwork must not exceed 16 inches in any dimension, including frame.
Small Works is a juried exhibition held at Strata Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The exhibition will run from January 10 – 31, 2025.
What you’ll need:
Artist Statement (required) (PDF preferred)
Artist Biography (optional) (PDF preferred)
CV (optional) (PDF preferred)
3-6 artwork jpgs
Artist Statement and Biography may be used for publishing purposes, if accepted.
Application Technical Support:
Please note that Strata Gallery cannot assist with technical issues or upload errors related to file type or file size; for such matters, please contact the Call for Entry (CaFÉ) support team directly, as we will only redirect you to their support team. CaFÉ’s support team can be contacted by clicking here.
Prizes:
$100 – President’s Choice (1)
$100 – Director’s Choice (1)
$100 – Assistant Director’s Choice (1)
About Strata Gallery:
Strata Gallery is a non-profit, artist-member gallery with a mission that cultivates artistic discussion and educates the public about the work of contemporary established and emerging artists. Through our mentorship program, our established artists give our emerging artists direct guidance, feedback, and information as they learn to navigate their artistic practice. Through collaborations and discussions, Strata Gallery provides a venue that encourages artists to experiment and re-examine what art is and could be. Strata Gallery does not favor any distinct style and promotes a range of diverse and authentic individual expression through a varied material practice, imagery, style, and ethos independent of any commercial concern. Strata Gallery is located at 125 Lincoln Ave, Suite 105, Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501.
About the Jurors:
David Olivant is the President and co-founder of Strata Gallery. He currently works and lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He received his MA in Painting at the Royal College of Art in London.
Jennifer Van is the Director and co-founder of Strata Gallery. She works and lives in Los Angeles, California. She received her MFA in Photography and Media at California Institute of the Arts.
Stephanie Jacinto is the Assistant Director and co-founder of Strata Gallery. She works and lives in Los Angeles, California.
Selection Criteria Include:
Completeness of application
Uniqueness and originality
Visual impact
Demonstrated excellence of technique
Exhibition Calendar:
Strata Gallery reserves the right to change the project timeline.
October 1, 2024 – CaFÉ Submission Deadline
November 1, 2024 – Notification Date
November 15, 2024 – Deadline for Loan Agreement
December 15, 2024 by end of day – Shipped artwork must at the address provided
January 8, 2025 between 11am – 1pm – Hand-delivered artwork must arrive at Strata Gallery
January 10 – 31, 2025 – Exhibition Dates
January 10, 2025 from 5-7pm – Reception Date
February 1, 2025, 11am – 1pm – Pickup of Hand-delivered artwork at Strata Gallery
Week of February 2, 2024 – Artworks shipped back to artists
Sales of Artwork
Each respective artist will handle the sale and shipping of any sold artwork included in the Small Works exhibition. Strata Gallery will collect contact information of all interested buyers and provide that information to the artist who will then execute the sale and shipping of their artwork. All sold artwork included in the Small Works exhibition will be subject to 20% commission which will be due to Strata Gallery.
Application Requirements
All artwork must be hang/display ready with the proper hardware (i.e., paintings framed with wire).
Media accepted: painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, mixed media, etc.
2D Artwork maximum size: 16” x 16” including frame.
3D Artwork maximum size: 16” x 16” x 16”
Max Weight: 25 lbs.
Submitted work must remain available for the duration of the exhibition.
No changes to information can be made once submitted.
Image Format Requirements:
Submit image in .jpg format.
Include the following annotations:
Artist’s name
Title of Artwork
Date of completion
Medium/Media
Size in inches: (Height x Width x Depth)
Price of artwork
Submission Fee:
$35 for first three submissions. $5 per additional submission (maximum of three additional submissions). Overall maximum of 6 submissions total.
Payment: card and PayPal only (through CallForEntry.org)
Eligibility Criteria
All media is welcome, including: painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, mixed media, etc.
City of Laguna Beach – 2024 Holiday Palette Competition
2024 Holiday Palette Competition
CLICK HERE for full guidelines and blank palette template.
Deadline: October 7, 2024
Eligibility
Entries will be accepted from artists who live, work, or exhibit in Laguna Beach and are 18 years of age or older (proof required).
Description
The City of Laguna Beach Holiday Palette Competition is a project of the Arts Commission. Winning artists are provided with a 4 ft. x 3 ft. wood palette on which to paint original artwork. The completed palettes are temporary and displayed on lampposts throughout the city during the winter holiday season when and where the City desires for up to 7 years or based on its condition
Honorarium
Selected artists who return their completed palettes will be awarded $700.
Submission Requirements
Applicants must submit a color design within the border of a palette outline (provided on page 3) to
https://lagunabeachcity.slideroom.com/. The design must have a horizontal orientation with the palette indent on the top left side as integral to your design. Please note that if your design is selected you may be required to reverse the indent and your design. Each applicant may submit one (1) design. Designs must be hand drawn or painted. Digitally generated imagery will not be considered.
If your design is selected, you will be provided with a 4’ x 3’ wooden palette with a primed surface ready to paint. You will be required to paint your approved design on one side with oil, acrylic, or other material that can withstand outdoor exposure. Remember that palettes will be viewed from a distance. There are no restrictions on the subject matter; however, religious symbols are discouraged.
Dates and deadlines
October 7, 2024: Prospective palette design and application must be submitted to https://lagunabeachcity.slideroom.com/
October 14, 2024: Arts Commission will review and select winning designs.
October 15, 2024: Artists will be notified of selection.
October 21-22, 2024: Selected artists to collect blank palettes from the Cultural Art Department.
November 18, 2024: Completed palettes must be returned by 10 a.m.
Additional Information
Karen Wood, Public Arts Coordinator | kwood@lagunabeachcity.net | (949) 464-6681
