PROSPECTUS

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In a world of constant flux and unpredictability, artists have always played a crucial role in illuminating the enduring presence of beauty. This exhibition invites creators across various media to contribute works that explore, challenge, and celebrate the concept of beauty emerging from or persisting through uncertain times.

 

Exhibition Format

This is a 3D digital gallery international show, making it accessible to artists from any country - engendering cross-cultural appreciation and global citizenry. The digital format allows for a truly global representation of artistic voices and perspectives, transcending geographical boundaries.

 

Theme

Our international art exhibition seeks to capture moments of grace, resilience, and wonder amidst chaos, change, or adversity. We encourage artists to interpret this theme broadly, considering both personal and collective experiences of uncertainty and the beauty that can be found within or despite them.

 

Media

We welcome digital submissions in the following forms:

1. Painting: high-quality photos of physical paintings and/or digital paintings.

2. Sculpture: high-quality photos of physical sculpture/wall assemblage.

3. Video and Short Films: Digital video files showcasing moving image works, or performance. (5-minute maximum. Video files must be less than 128 MB.

4. Photography: High-resolution digital photographs.

5. Fashion: Digital renderings or photographs or short videos of fashion pieces and installations.

6. Poetry: Text files or visual representations of poetic works. Poet's narration (voice-over) videos are encouraged.

 

Guidelines for Artists

• Submissions should reflect on the theme of beauty found in, emerging from, or persisting through uncertain or challenging times. Be prepared to include a blurb, a sentence or two, about each piece.

• Works should strive to evoke emotion, provoke thought, or offer new perspectives on the interplay between beauty and uncertainty, (i.e., beauty amid chaos, radiance in shadows, glimpses of wonder, etc.)

• Collaborative works that span multiple media are encouraged, highlighting the interconnectedness of our experiences. Portions of your narrative will be included in your personalized video perk.

• Artists are invited to include a brief statement (100-150 words) explaining their interpretation of the theme and how it relates to their work.

• ​Artists ages 18 years and older, from any country in the world may apply.

• All media, including but not limited to painting, photography, poetry reading, and spoken word video, are accepted.  Video files must be less than 128 MB.  Allowed file types: .mov, or .mp4, (.mp3 for audio narrations).  2D entries must be submitted in the correct high-resolution format (jpg, jpeg, png.) min. 1MB - 8MB in size.

• Artwork must be kid-friendly.  No explicit sexual imagery will be selected.

• The artwork submitted by the artists may be used for further marketing, publications, or exhibitions. By submitting artworks, the artists agree to grant the Organizers limited Use Rights.  Read the Use Rights Agreement Here.

• All submitted artworks may not be selected.  Entry fees are non-refundable.  

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Submission Fees

We have structured our fees to encourage multiple submissions while keeping the exhibition accessible:

• $35 for the first work of art

• $25 each for up to four additional works
   

Early-bird Fees (Submissions received before Friday, October 11, 2024, 5 PM Eastern)

• $25 for the first work of art

• $15 each for up to four additional works

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This fee structure allows artists to submit between one to five pieces, providing a range of work for consideration.

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Perks for Selected Artists

We value the contributions of our artists and are pleased to offer the following benefits to those selected for the exhibition:

1. Personalized Video Showcase: Each selected artist will receive a professionally produced video featuring their images/works, providing an excellent promotional tool for their portfolio.

2. Print-on-Demand Exhibition Catalog: All featured works will be included in a high-quality, print-on-demand art exhibition catalog, offering lasting documentation of the show.

3. Social Media Promotion: Our organization will actively promote featured artists and their works across our social media platforms, increasing visibility and reach.

4. 100% Commission-Free Sales: Artists will receive 100% of the sale price for any works sold during the exhibition. Our organization takes no commission, maximizing the financial benefit to the creators.

5. Exclusive "A.I. for Authors" Presentation: All accepted artists will be invited to a special closed presentation on "A.I. for Authors." While particularly relevant for poets, writers, and filmmakers, this valuable session is open to all participating artists.

 

Exhibition Goals

Through this diverse collection of artworks, we aim to:

• Foster dialogue about resilience, hope, and the human capacity to find and create beauty.

• Provide a platform for artists to share their unique perspectives on navigating uncertain times.

• Create an immersive digital experience that encourages visitors to reflect on their own encounters with beauty amid life's uncertainties.

• Build a sense of global community and shared experience among artists and visitors alike.

 

We believe that by exploring this theme across various media, offering significant benefits to our artists, and leveraging a digital platform for global reach, we can create a rich, multifaceted exhibition that resonates with a wide audience and offers moments of reflection, inspiration, and connection in our ever-changing world.