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TOWARD THE LIGHT

Call for Artists

Personal Transformation and Recovery

Opening, Friday, April 24, 6-9 p.m.

The Global Art & Ideas Nexus (GAIN) seeks artists for an exhibit in the Dallas-Fort Worth area starting April 21, 2015 on the theme of personal transformation and recovery. Submissions in all types of media, including video, are welcome. Works should focus on themes of anticipation, hope, and personal triumph in recovery from depression, addiction, social exclusion, etc. and should positively inspire viewers who have struggled themselves in such circumstances, or known someone else who has. Submit proposals, images, or photos of artifacts by email only no later than March 15, 2015. Enter at http://www.global-art-ideas.com/events.html

THEATER 166, 2425 Parker Rd.,
Carrollton, TX 75010
Phone: 903-819-9957

​Email: globalartsandideas@gmail.com​
Web: www.global-art-ideas.​com, www.theatre166.com​

12th Annual Hecho en Dallas Juried Exhibition

NOTE: A copy of this prospectus (PDF format), including the official Entry Form, may be downloaded at http://www.dallasculture.org/latinoCulturalCenter/pressRelease.asp

Overview

Hecho en Dallas is an annual juried exhibition designed to showcase the recent work of professional artists who reside and are active in the artistic environment of the Dallas area. The exhibition was conceived by the Latino Cultural Center in recognition of the talented pool of artists whose creative endeavors give vitality to the cultural movement in DFW.

Exhibition Timeline

• Submission deadline: Saturday, February 28, 2015 by 5 p.m.
  
• Not a postmark deadline. Entries received after the deadline will be disqualified.
• Notifications to artists: Saturday, March 14, 2015 via email
• Delivery of artwork: March 21-28, 2015, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Opening reception: Friday, April 10, 2015, 6-8 p.m..
• Exhibition dates: April 10 – June 20, 2015
• Pick-up artwork: June 23-June 30, 2015

Eligibility

• Artists must reside in the City of Dallas or within the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex

• Art must have been created within the last three years to be eligible

• Any medium will be considered; however, artists who exhibit artwork that requires the use of special equipment (computers, projectors, multimedia devices, etc.) will be responsible for providing such equipment for the duration of the exhibition

• Size limit for 3D artwork will not exceed 15 feet (length + width + depth), with the longest side of the piece not exceeding 7 feet

• For 2D artwork, the longest side cannot exceed 7 feet

• There is no entry fee for this juried exhibition

How to Submit Entries
Please submit the following for consideration:

• Max of three images of artwork to be considered; files should be named using the last name of the artist, first initial of first name, and sequential numbers for every digital photograph submitted. Example: GonzalezC1.jpg

• Artist statement of 50 words or less

• Artist may submit up to three different artworks to be considered following the parameters defined above.

• Completed Artist Entry Form

• Entries may be submitted by email at hechoendallas@gmail.com or by mail or in person at the Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak St. Dallas, TX 75204

• Uncompleted submissions will not be considered

Notification

• Artists will be notified of selection Saturday, March 14, 2015 via email

• Works must be ready for display, including framing and a secure hanging device, if applicable. Artwork that is not suitable for hanging/displaying will not be included in the exhibition

Delivery of Entry Package

• Artwork must be delivered to the Latino Cultural Center, 2600 Live Oak Street, Dallas, Texas 75204, from March 21-28, 2015, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Mailed entries should arrive at the LCC by the deadline.

• Hand-delivered entries may be turned in during LCC regular hours, Tuesday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Artwork should depict the nature of Texas, such as wildflowers, trees, landscapes, wildlife or other animals that are associated with Texas. Artwork could also depict “the nature of” Texas, showing particular characteristics or attributes of the State of Texas. It’s up to the artist’s interpretation.

Texas National 2015 Art Competition & Exhibition in Nacogdoches

Exhibition Dates: April 11 – June 13, 2015.

The Juror: Zhi Lin

Awards: 1st – $2,000; 2nd – $1,000; 3rd – $500; Honorable Mentions

Eligibility: TEXAS NATIONAL 2015 is open to all artists working in the United States. Works may be of any medium (except video and performance). All works must be original and completed within the last two years. No previously submitted works will be accepted. All works must be available through the entire run of the show. Do not submit works for jury that might be sold before or shown elsewhere during the TEXAS NATIONAL 2015 show time frame. DEADLINE EXTENDED to Febraury 6, 2015. Visit us at: http://www.art.sfasu.edu or apply on line at: https://www.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=2197 and search for Texas National. Questions? email us at txnational@sfasu.edu, or call 936-468-1131.

One, two or three digital images may be submitted via CaFÉ for $35 entry fee at https://www.callforentry.org. Secure credit card payments can be made through CaFÉ. Personal checks or money orders will be accepted via mail payable to TEXAS NATIONAL. To guarantee that your images are sent to the juror, all entry fees sent by mail must be received by January 16, 2015, and mailed to TEXAS NATIONAL, P.O. Box 13041, SFA Station, Nacogdoches, TX 75962-3041. Questions: txnational@sfasu.edu

Arlington Visual Arts Association 39th Annual Regional Juried Exhibition 

Feb 6 – Mar 27, 2015

This is an open show held every February and draws entries from accross the DW metroplex. Participants may enter up to 3 works of art. AVAA Members: $12 ea. or 3 for $30.
Non Members: $15 ea. or 3 entries for $35
Work must be framed and ready to hang. Works on paper must be under Plexiglas. Maximum size 48 inches and under 50 lbs.

Canvases with gallery wrapped edges accepted without frame.

2015 Art Intake at Bob Duncan Center is Monday, Feb.2, 4 to 9 pm.

Download Entry Form Here

Juried Exhibit Calendar

• Art Receiving Day:  Monday, February 2, 4 to 9 pm. Hand deliver all entries to the Bob Duncan Center. Entry Fees must be paid upon entry by cash or check.
• Art juried and exhibit hung: Tuesday, February 3
• Exhibit Awards and Reception: Friday, February 13, 6:00 – 9:00 pm
• Pick-up of Art Not Accepted: Friday, February 13, before and after award ceremony at Duncan Center.
• Show Ends: March 26 5:00 pm
• Pick-up Exhibited Art from Show: March 27 9 am – 5 pm, except for award-winning art.
• At the close of this exhibit, award-winning art from this show will be moved to the Arlington Museum of Art and displayed until May 30, 2015. These works of art may be picked-up at the Arlington Museum of Art on May 30, 10:00 am – Noon