2025 Summer Exhibition: "Captivating Colors"
ACCEPTING ENTRIES:
Thurs. May 1 - Thurs. May 8
Captivating Colors encourages broad interpretations - whether through vibrant hues, subtle tones, or the emotions and energy that color represents.
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All mediums and creative approaches are welcome.
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NOTIFICATION OF WHETHER ART IS ACCEPTED:
May 15, 2025
WHO:
A Group Exhibition of Austin & Texas Artists
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OPENING RECEPTION:
Saturday, June 14th, 12pm - 3pm
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ARTWORK DROP OFF:
Thurs. May 29th - Sat. May 31st,
2025
EXHIBITION DATES:
Fri. June 6th - Fri. Aug. 15th
(10 weeks)
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HOW TO APPLY
Send an email to opencall@artforthepeoplegallery.com​​
IN THE SUBJECT LINE:
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ARTIST OPEN CALL - Your Artist Name​​
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IN THE BODY OF THE EMAIL:
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Artist Name:
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Where you are located (City, State):
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Artist Website Link:
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Instagram Handle Hyperlinked:
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Why do you think you are a great fit?
(This is for artists who are applying for the first time or it's been awhile)
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ARTWORK LIST
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----- In the body of the email, for each artwork (up to 5 artworks), include:
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Image # (example: #1)
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Artwork title (just plain text, NO quotations or italicizing)
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Artist Name
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Medium
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Dimensions ( h x w x d , using inches, clarify measurements whether framed or unframed) // Ex. 24"h x 48"w x 2"d )
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Year artwork was created
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Retail Price (50% to artist / 50% to gallery)
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Meaning/ inspiration of artwork
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Choose up to 5 artworks to submit and attach at least one photo per artwork.
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Coordinate your images with the artwork details by numbering them.
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label your images accordingly: Image Number-First Name-Last Name-Artwork Name
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Example: 1a-Jane-Doe-Hummingbird
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Example: 1b-Jane-Doe-Hummingbird
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Example: 1c-Jane-Doe-Hummingbird
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Example: 2a-Jane-Doe-SandDunes
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TIPS
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Make sure the photos of your artwork are straightened, cropped, color corrected if needed, and showcase your artwork to the best of your ability.
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We love variety! Please send us your best work whether its orientation is vertical, horizontal, square, sculptural, etc.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, please contact:
ADDITIONAL OPEN CALL FAQ
OPEN CALL FOR ALL MEDIUMS: VISUAL & FUNCTIONAL ART
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Visual & Functional Art
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2D art & 3D art
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Painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media, fiber, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, etc.
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You create it! Send it in!
What are the benefits of exhibiting at Art for the People & why we receive 50% when your artwork is sold......
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Your art is beautifully curated in our gallery with an art tag that has detailed information about you and your artwork.
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Gallery team that is educated & knowledgable about art and "how" to sell art!
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Eyes on your artwork through customers coming in during our open hours and while perusing and purchasing on our online store.
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24/7 access to your artwork via our online store.
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Promotion through social media and website!
IF ACCEPTED:
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PLEASE HAVE YOUR ARTWORK READY TO HANG
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Check this link to a video and materials to use HERE
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If sculptural or functional, please discuss with us before you come in
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