CALL FOR ARTISTS: Empowered/Empoderadxs

This exhibition aims to empower and honor the rich traditions of Hispanic Heritage Month. We invite local artists to explore the multifaceted tapestry of Latin America through the expressive platform of art. Using varied media including painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, collage, photography, mixed media, and assemblage, artists weave together a mosaic of diverse customs, traditions and aspirations that have all come together in what we call El País de Oportunidad/The Land of Opportunity. In collaboration with Cuentos de Triadas, this exhibit will explore the theme of empowerment of Hispanic/Latinx families in the USA. Westbury Arts invites contemporary artists of Latinx heritage to submit their original work for a show at the Westbury Arts Gallery located at 255 Schenck Avenue in Westbury, NY.

SUBMISSION FEE (for up to 3 works):$30.00 for Westbury Arts members; $35.00 for non-members

DEADLINES AND IMPORTANT DATES:

  • Entries must be submitted online before 11:59 PM on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
  • Acceptance notification sent to artists by Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
  • Artwork Delivery at 255 Schenck Ave. on Saturday, September 28, 2024, 10 AM – 2 PM.
  • Opening Reception: Saturday, September 28, 2024, 7:00 – 9:00 PM.
  • Exhibition Dates: Thursday, October 3, 2024 until Friday, November 8, 2024.
  • Pickup/Return Artwork: Saturday, November 9, 2024, 10 AM – 2 PM.

SALES: You may offer your artwork for sale, or it will be marked NFS (Not for Sale). Artists agree to donate 20% of the sale price to Westbury Arts of any work sold during this exhibition. The artist will handle the sales.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

  • Emerging and established artists must be 18 years or over and reside in the U.S.
  • Only original creative works to be considered can be either 2- or 3-dimensional, no larger than 36″ on any side.
  • Artwork that has been previously shown in any other Westbury Arts exhibition may not be submitted.
  • 2-D artwork submitted must be suitably framed, firmly wired, prepared and ready for hanging, and professionally presented. No saw-tooth hangers; no sandwich frames. 2-D works should not exceed 36 inches on the longest side, including the frame.
  • 3-D work will be considered if able to be displayed.
  • Work that is not family-friendly or is political or overtly controversial will not be accepted. (Please note: Westbury Arts reserves the right to not accept, hang, or display art at our discretion.)
  • Please only submit work that will be available at the time of the exhibition and will remain for its entirety.

SUBMISSIONS:

All entry submission information has to be included. Selection of 2-D and 3-D works will be done entirely from JPEGs or PNGs, labeled with your name and the title of the work. No other formats will be accepted. The maximum file size for each image is 100 MB. An artist can submit up to three (3) works. Your completion of the entry form serves as your acceptance of the terms and conditions stated herein. All decisions will be final.