Call for Art:
“Impressions” Printmaking and Book Arts Exhibition 2024
Deadline for Submissions: June 25, 2024 Updated to June 29th!
We are excited to announce an open call for submissions for the 2024 Printmaking and Book Arts Exhibition. This exhibition aims to celebrate the diverse and intricate art of printmaking, showcasing works that highlight traditional techniques as well as contemporary innovations. We welcome submissions from artists of all backgrounds, whether emerging or established, who are engaged in printmaking practices.
Theme: "Impressions" The theme for this year's exhibition is "Impressions." We invite artists to submit works that explore the concept of impressions, whether literal or metaphorical. How do your prints convey the marks, influences, and effects of your creative process? We are looking for works that reflect on the impact of printmaking in the art world and beyond.
Submission Guidelines:
1 Eligibility:
◦ Open to all artists worldwide, aged 18 and older.
◦ Only printmaking works are accepted (e.g., etching, lithography, screen printing, woodcut, monotype, etc.).
2 Submission Requirements:
◦ Up to three works per artist.
◦ Each submission must include:
▪ Low-resolution images (1000JPEG) of each print.
3 How to Submit:
◦ Submit all materials via our online submission form below.
◦ There is a non-refundable submission fee of $25 per artist payable after submitting below.
4 Selection Process:
◦ A panel of esteemed printmaking artists and art professionals will review all submissions.
◦ Selected artists will be notified by June 30, 2024.
◦ All selected works must be ready for installation by July 5-6, 2024.
5 Exhibition Details:
◦ The exhibition will be held at the Los Angeles Makery - 260 S Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
◦ Opening Reception: July 7, 2024.
◦ Exhibition Dates: July 7 - August 17, 2024.
◦ All selected works will be featured in the online gallery and available for sale.
Important Dates:
• Submission Deadline: June 25, 2024
• Notification of Acceptance: June 30, 2024
• Artwork Delivery Deadline: July 5-6, 2024 10-2pm
• Exhibition Dates: July 7 - August 17, 2024
Contact Information: For any inquiries, please contact Cathy or Cathi at thelosangelesmakery@gmail.com or visit our website at makery.la.
We look forward to your unique and powerful "Impressions."
Call for Art
The Fantastical World of Costume Couture from the artists of Film and Cosplay
Deadline for Submissions: August 1st, 2024
Theme: This is a call for wearable art, dipping into the world of fantasy, costume design, and fashion ideas that merge and float between art, fashion, and craftsmanship. In this show we are highlighting the artists behind the scenes.
5 Exhibition Details:
◦ The exhibition will be held at the Los Angeles Makery - 260 S Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 in the SubTerra Gallery.
Artist needs to provide the method of display – dress form, body mannequin or stand with hanger. There are no strict limits on the size of the artworks, but please contact us if the works are larger than 5' across. No fee to submit, 30% commission on any sales.
- Artwork must be original to the maker. No copyright violations!
- No hardcore pornographic or uncensored explicit images, no blood, torture, violence, or cruelty depicted.
If this work is still in process or concept mode, please include a statement about what you plan to make.
CURATED BY A.Laura Brody and Lisa Tomczeszyn
Important Dates:
• Submission Deadline: August 1st, 2024
• Notification of Acceptance: September 1st, 2023
• Artwork Delivery Deadline: October 1st, 2024, time TBD.
• Exhibition Dates: October 3rd – 27th 2024
Artists must deliver art to the Gallery and pick up art at close of show – no shipping.
PICK-UP DATE after the Artist Talk and CLOSING PARTY Sunday October 27th, 2024
To Submit:
· Name of Image with last name, first name. title. I.e. Jones.Martha.paintedkimono.jpg
In body of email provide a 1-2 sentence description of the piece being submitted. Please include the title, date the work was completed, dimensions (height x width x depth), materials used, and any pertinent information about the work and its meaning or context.
Submission details
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CUQKVTXZz_E0U7fUluilaF1xVUG9oSx36SDQn0-wR4c/edit
Entries preferably submitted online via google forms.
