CALL FOR ENTRIES
Poison
Entries Due: March 6, 2009
Exhibition dates: April 5 – May 17, 2009
Poison conjures up romantic images of deceit, ruthlessness and a world gone wrong. Poison has many aspects, whether the sinister qualities belying innocent-looking plants, Lucrezia Borgia clearing a way for her ambitions, or controlled amounts that may be used for healing. Curious Matter is examining the concept of Poison for its next exhibition. The curators welcome a broad range of interpretations on the subject.
All media will be considered. Artworks should not exceed 24″(framed) in any direction for wall hung work. Limited room is available for sculptural work and those will be considered individually. Video artists must provide their own equipment.
Eligibility: Open to all adult artists, working in any media.
Submissions: (include the following)
1. Up to 5 images. Postal submissions should include 35mm slides or letter-sized color printouts. Do not send original artwork. Digital file submissions will only be accepted via email. Digital files must be in JPEG or PDF format, resolution set to 72 dpi and no larger than 800 X 800 pixels and no larger than 2MB. Please number images to correspond to Image List.
2. Image list. Numbered to correspond with your image submissions. Include image #, your name, title, date of work, medium, size and price. You may also include a brief description for each image, however this isn’t required.
3. A one page résumé. Please include a three line bio, your contact information and an email address.
4. An artist’s statement. No longer than 300 words.
Fees: NO FEE TO ENTER, accepted artists pay a nominal materials fee of $35.
Deadline: All entries must be received no later than March 6, 2009.
Return of Submission Materials: Include a SASE if you want your materials to be returned. Make sure there is sufficient postage.
Notification: Accepted artists will be notified via email by March 16, 2009.
Drop Off: Drop off of accepted artwork will be March 28 and 29, noon to 2pm. Mailed artwork must arrive by March 28 and include return shipping label/postage (USPS or UPS preferred.)
Pick Up: Artists are responsible for picking up artwork on May 23 noon to 2pm. Return of mailed artwork with return postage will begin on May 25.
Mail Submissions To: Curious Matter, 272 Fifth Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 or email: CuriousMatter@comcast.net
Founded by artists for artists, Curious Matter is an exhibition venue for contemporary visual art located in downtown Jersey City. Curious Matter strives to foster dialogue among artists at all career stages with a calendar of regular exhibitions. Our commitment extends to our audience as we endeavor to open a door to appreciating contemporary art in an atmosphere that encourages engagement and curiosity. The gallery is open Sundays noon to 3pm and by appointment during exhibitions.
CURIOUS MATTER, 272 Fifth Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302 [t] 201-659-5771
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