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Pastel Panache
call for entries due: Feb 29, 2024
apply today: CallForEntry.org
Theme: Pastel Panache seeks to showcase any form of expression rendered by the medium of pastels, which includes soft pastels, chalk, hard pastels, oil pastels, ink pastels, water-based pastels, conte crayons or sticks, sanguine, and similar dry mediums including charcoal. Mixed media works are welcome where pastel or qualifying media is the primary medium.
Jurors: Pamela Comfort, Ed.D., President of Pastel Society of the West Coast (PSWC) and artist; Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Secretary of PSWC, pswc.ws
Requirements abbreviated:
- San Francisco Bay Area artists only (artist must live within 100 miles from San Rafael, California).
- Open to most subject matter including abstraction.
- Open to visual arts media primarily using pastel and pastel-related mediums such as hard, soft, oil, pastel-pencil, and mixed media primarily using pastels.
Application fee:$40 for up to 3 entries. Discount provided to AWD Artist Members, become a member today!
Exhibit Calendar:
- February 29: Entries due via CallForEntry.org
- March 7, 8: Notification by email. Separate emails announce “invited” and “not invited” submissions.
- March 28–30, 12–6pm: deliver artwork
- April 5–May 25, 2023: Exhibition dates
- Wednesday–Saturday, 12–6pm: Public visiting hours.
- April 12 and May 10, 5–8pm: receptions and 2nd Friday Art Walk
- May 30-June1, 12–6pm: Pick up artwork
See full prospectus details and apply today: CallForEntry.org
Call for Curatorial Exhibit Proposals to Art Works Downtown
Proposals due: June 14, 2024 or earlier
Proposals will be considered for 2024 and 2025.
apply today: CallForEntry.org
Art Works Downtown warmly welcomes curators to submit proposals for exhibition in Gallery 1337. Our goal is to provide engaging visual art experiences for the public, and we need diverse and creative perspectives. We’re seeking proposals that demonstrate professionalism, clear vision, and innovative concepts.
Approved proposals receive a two month exhibit and a curator stipend up to $5,000.
As a community-driven organization, we understand the visual-arts are an important benefit for society; but at the same time, exhibit production can be taken for granted. Art Works Downtown created this program to support curators financially and creatively, and we can’t wait to see your unique vision come to life. Thank you for considering this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your proposal and artistic vision.
Proposals due: June 14, 2024 or earlier
Proposals will be considered for 2024 and 2025 will be reviewed as they arrive for fall 2024.
Application Fee: no cost
Submit your Proposal today: CallForEntry.org
Questions: contact program manager This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Call for Entry.org Tips and Tricks
Internet browser:
To ensure credit card security, Call for Entry.org requires clients to use updated internet browsers (such as Firefox, Safari, and Internet Explorer). Before you begin using www.callforentry.org , make sure your browser is up-to-date by going to this website: http://browsehappy.com/. If you're version is not current make sure to update the software. If you are constrained by hardware limitations (example: old Mac's can't upgrade to new Safari), simply download a different, and current, browser. We recommend Firefox.
Image File format:
JPEG only, dimensions: No smaller than 1200 pixels on the longest side, resolution: 72 ppi/dpi, Size: 5 MB maximum. Make sure your images follow these parameters. If you are uploading an image and the process is taking a long time (longer than 5-10 minutes), your image is probably wrong. Unfortunately the CAFÉ message does not tell you this, it only says that it is loading and make take a while.
Learn more about CAFÉ.org image file requirements: www.callforentry.org/uploading-images-audio-and-video-files/
Free online image softwares to resize your image:
pixlr.com/editor
Applying for a call:
Uploading images to your “Portfolio” and applying to a call for entries are two different processes. When you apply for an exhibition you will need to choose entries from your Portfolio by checking little boxes next to the images. If you only have three images in your Portfolio, you must check the box for each entry to submit that entry.
Make sure to “PREVIEW” before checking out. Once you click “CHECK OUT” you can NOT change or correct your application.
Checking Out, Payment and Coupon Codes:
When you have looked at your application “PREVIEW” and you see all of your entry images, click “CHECK OUT.” This will begin the payment process. Follow the prompts to pay for your entries. Only credit cards are accepted. If you are an AWD Artist Member you can use your coupon code to receive an entry fee discount. Simply follow the prompts until it asks you for the Coupon Code (you will not see this right away). Then enter the code and proceed.
Philosophical Understanding:
We understand that the online application process can be frustrating and hope you will overcome technology to participate in our exhibitions. While the CAFÉ.org service isn't perfect, it is a very helpful service for AWD and artists alike. As you apply through this process, we encourage you to take a deep breath, think logically (not emotionally) and take your time to thoroughly read the prompts and consider the buttons. If you are digitally challenged, you may want to find someone who is comfortable with the digital realm. Offer them a cup of coffee, fresh baked bread or small payment for their time. Remember to give yourself time and be patient and calm.
How to Apply for Solo or Group Exhibitions
Art Works Downtown offers a variety of exhibition opportunities and programs. Learn about the program, galleries, and how to apply by clicking HERE
