Call for Art: SOS 2025 Inside-Out Gallery Show “Flourish”

CVS Windows • One Davis Square
April 14 – May 14, 2025
Submission deadline Sunday, March 30

The Somerville Arts Council’s Inside-OUT Gallery, in the CVS window in Davis Square, seeks works that showcase the breadth of talent of our creative community.

This year, Somerville Open Studios, the Somerville Arts Council, and the Inside-OUT Gallery once again welcome seasoned members and newcomers alike to submit pieces for the annual SOS members’ exhibit. While all works will be considered, we do encourage applicants to respond to this year’s theme. 

To apply, go to the exhibit application form https://forms.gle/DQmgjH68Y1p7pJvc7. Deadline is Sunday, March 30.

Exhibit Theme: Flourish

In May, art will once again be in full bloom. With nearly 400 artists participating, Open Studios is beaming with creativity–a visual euphony that can be seen at every corner of our 4 square mile little city. Whether it’s funky public art, serene studios, or bold murals, art is flourishing around the ‘Ville. 

In the spirit of this theme “FLOURISH”, we ask applicants to explore ways the art can thrive, grow, bloom, or to attract attention. Artists are invited to interpret this theme in a variety of ways– such as exploring the bustling on-goings of urban life, lust landscapes of flora and fauna, elaborate sculptures, ornate decorative illustrations, or bold abstract explorations. Whatever the medium, we look forward to seeing your creative interpretations of the theme. So, it’s time to toot your own horn and burst forth into another exciting Somerville Open Studios season. Share your style and your technique in this highly visible art show, on view through from April 14 – May 14.

This is a closed call for all current SOS members. Both participating SOS 2025 artists and current sustaining SOS members are welcome to submit. Please note that this is a juried exhibition and not all submitted work will be accepted.

Applicants’ work must be available from April 14 – May 14.  Work will be taken down on May 14th (weather permitting)