This is a North American coast to coast OPEN CALL FOR SUBMISSION!
The theme of this exhibition will explores the multifaceted and evolving concept of the feminine. We want to bring together diverse perspectives on femininity, examining themes such as identity, empowerment, the body, spirituality, nature, domesticity, the interior and resistance. We encourage artists engage with these ideas, exploring how the feminine is expressed in spaces, environments, and everyday life. Works should delve into how femininity has been portrayed and reimagined, from personal experiences to cultural symbols. We will be featuring both female and male artists, emphasizing the universality of the feminine, inviting artists to challenge preconceptions and consider the complexities and beauty of the feminine in its many forms, from the intimate to the expansive. Through various media, we hope this exhibition fosters a dialogue on the feminine as a powerful, ever-evolving force.
PRIZE CATEGORIES are as follows:
First Prize: $5000
Second Prize: $2000
Third Prize: $750
Peoples Choice: $500
First and second prize winners will also be awarded the opportunity to have a joint exhibition at Summer & Grace Gallery in 2026.
ENTRY SPECIFICATIONS:
1. Dimension specifications: any size or dimensions up to 40x40” or 1600 square inches.
2. $40 fee for the first submission and $20 for every subsequent submission. No submission limit.
3. Acceptable mediums include acrylics, oil and mixed media painting. Paintings must be on gallery depth canvas or panel. At this time, we are unable to accommodate sculpture, photography, prints, or any piece that requires a glass covering.
4. All work needs to be hang-ready. Framing is optional but if not framed, sides must be clean and finished. $50 will be charged for each piece without hanging gear.
5. Price of work is at artists discretion.
6. Deadline to submit is March 31st, 2025 by 5pm. Artists will be notified of acceptance within 5-7 business days of the deadline.
7. Chosen works to be delivered to gallery no later than April 23, 2025
Summer and Grace Gallery
323 Church Street, Unit 14
Oakville, Ontario L6J 1P2
8. The Exhibition Opening Reception will be held on May 1st, 2025.
9. All shipping (other then sold artworks) will be at the expense of the artist.
10. Artists will label each piece of work with name, size, title, price, and medium.
11. Artists must provide an email for payment, their tax number (if applicable) and the tax percentage in their home province.
12. Artists will receive 50% commission of all artworks sold in the show.
13. Exhibition contracts will be sent out after artworks have been accepted and artist have been notified.
14. ALL ARTWORKS MUST BE ORIGINALS. Artworks can not be copies or reproductions of any kind.