OPEN CALL – Metamorphosis: The Changing Landscape
Deadline: April 18, 2024

Fee (USD): $50.00

A juried exhibition exploring our planet's ever-evolving landscape and the profound transformations occurring. We seek works exploring the impact of climate change, urbanization, and technology on our planet's delicate ecosystems and humanity's role in shaping the world. The exhibition aims to encourage conversations about our challenges and opportunities.

The juror will develop an exhibition from a selection of works entered into Metamorphosis: The Changing Landscape. Artworks that reflect upon the transformations occurring in our natural surroundings contemplate our planet's past, present, and future. This exhibition aims to encompass various perspectives and interpretations of the changing landscape. Any artwork that addresses environmental themes or depicts the interaction between humans and their surroundings is eligible for consideration.

Artists are encouraged to explore various facets of the changing landscape, including but not limited to:

- Climate change and its impacts on ecosystems

- Urbanization and the transformation of natural spaces

- Conservation efforts and biodiversity

- The relationship between humans and nature

- Industrialization and its effects on the environment

- Reflections on the beauty and fragility of the natural world

JUROR - Katherine Fleming is the founder and director of Bridge Initiative, a nonprofit that unites art and science to create public art for environmental advocacy. Fleming’s mission is to synchronize art and advocacy for a positive impact. Prior to Fleming's environmental advocacy work and the founding of Bridge Initiative, she graduated from Parsons School of Design in New York City.

BENEFITS - Exposure on the global platform artnet, Silvermine Galleries website and relevant social media. Accepted artists will be eligible for membership and representation by Silvermine Galleries.

AWARDS - Grand Prize of $1000. includes a solo Viewing Room online with Silvermine Galleries and a 1-year Guild membership.

ELIGIBILITY - Open to all artists internationally, 18 years of age and older. Original artwork in any media will be considered. Eligible artwork must have been completed after January 1, 2020, and fall within the restrictions.

Important Dates: Entry Deadline: Thursday, April 18. Notification of Finalists: Wednesday, May 1, by email and web posting. The exhibit closes on Thursday, July 11. Artwork pickup: Friday, July 12, and Saturday, July 13, 10 am - 2 pm. Return Artwork will be shipped by Friday, July 19. The prospectus can be viewed at https://www.silvermineart.org/online-exhibition/metamorphosis-the-changing-landscape/

This program contains:

- Forms (1)

- Media (up to 5)

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