Call for Art: Visions of Somerville

Submission Deadline: Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 9:00pm

The theme for this show is Visions of Somerville – As Seen Through Artists’ Eyes. Somerville is a dazzling visual delight and Somerville artists capture our city in a wide range of media. Every artist has a unique perspective of the world, and different facets capture each person’s artistic attention. What does each artist see as unique or interesting and how do they communicate the feeling of Somerville in their work? This exhibit will showcase the work of our own Somerville artists, presenting their views of our vibrant and diverse city. 

This is a juried show that is open to all artists that have been a member of Somerville Open Studios in any of the past five years (2019 or later). However, if you are not a current (SOS 2024) member and your work is selected for inclusion in the show, you will be required to renew your membership for 2025 at the Sustaining Member level ($30 membership fee). If you choose to participate in SOS 2025, the $30 will go towards your full registration as a participating artist.

Location: 50 Prospect Street Connector Corridor

This juried show is an opportunity to participate in the first show at the 50 Prospect USQ Community Gallery, supported by the USQ developers. With nearly 50 linear feet of display space this show will be open to large and small works. Only hanging 2D artwork can be accommodated. We are seeking a wide range of media, capturing the special qualities of our city. However, consideration should be given to the fact that this is a public corridor. Work that is fragile or contains protrusions or sharp edges cannot be accommodated. Please feel free to submit multiple pieces for consideration.

Parameters for Submissions:

  • Work must be ready to be hung using the STAS picture hanging system. All work will require a horizontal picture wire for hanging. Any work not ready for hanging will not be exhibited. 2D work only.
  • Work must be available from December 10 through April 1
  • Dimension restrictions: 5 ft high by 6 ft wide
  • Weight restrictions: up to 30 pounds

Submissions by Artists:
Each artist shall submit a single application. The application, which can be for multiple pieces of work, shall provide the following information:

  • Artist name (and public name, if different)
  • Contact info: phone number and email

For each work you are submitting please include the following

  1. Title of each piece
  2. Description of medium
  3. Complete accurate dimensions (width, height, depth,) including the frame
  4. Price of each piece. Price will be used as the insured value. If not for sale, please still provide the value for insurance purposes and indicate “Not for Sale”.
  5. Attach a JPEG for each piece submitted. Please name each JPEG in the following manner: LAST NAME #1, LAST NAME #2, etc.

Please submit your completed application to staneichnerphotography@gmail.com and include “Art Application- Visions of Somerville” in the subject line.

Timeline
Submission deadline is Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 9:00pm

Other key dates:

  • Artists Notified: November 25, 2024
  • Work drop-off: December 9 + 10, 2024, 4:00pm-7:00pm (additional drop-off details will be provided to artists selected for the show)
  • Exhibit Hanging: December 12, 2024
  • Opening Reception: TBD

All art must be picked up no later than: April 5, 2025.

Many thanks to USQ for hosting and supporting this exhibit.