Contemporary Muslim Art CFA

CONTEMPORARY MUSLIM ART OF NORTH CAROLINA

Call Closes: January 13, 11:59PM

Notification: late January

Exhibition: February - May, 2024

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From February - April 2024, VAE will be exhibiting the work of contemporary Muslim artists in an exhibition that will center, support, and uplift Muslim artists in the Triangle and the larger South. Through VAE’s open source and collaborative working model we seek to create an exhibition that not only brings awareness to the historical circumstances related to Muslim identity, but also celebrates the rich and diverse identities of Muslim people.

A team of steering committee members and VAE staff will review the applications in late winter.

The call for art closes on Saturday, January 13th at 11:59PM. Artists will be notified in mid-January. If you have any questions or request accommodations, please email Ant (ant@vaeraleigh.org). Please do not reach out about the status of your application. Applications that are incomplete will not be reviewed.

At this time we are only seeking submissions for artists based in North Carolina.

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STEERING COMMITTEE

Rakan DiarBakerli (he/him)

Rakan is currently working at the Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University after 10 years of teaching science in the classroom. He is passionate about cultural learning, exploration of the natural world, gaming, and visual storytelling. Any opportunity he finds disposable income, it goes straight to finding his next adventure in a land he has never been. He hopes to immerse himself in new cultures, languages, and food with people he has never met before!

Waad Husein (she/her)

Waad Husein is a Sudanese-American artist and designer. She enjoys experimenting with a variety of mediums such as photography, illustration and collage. Her work explores the visual rhythms of being a third culture kid, architecture and nostalgia. Waad is a co-founder of Tabadul Collective, an arts organizing group rooted in exploring identity and creativity.

Kulsum Tasnif (she/her)

Kulsum Tasnif is a mixed media artist who uses a wide range of techniques and approaches, much of which deal with social issues and the way they affect the Muslim-American community to which she belongs. Her current exhibit, “Backpacking Method,” is a multi-sensory public art project for Raleigh Stories (a public art project supported by Raleigh Arts) which celebrates diverse communities of Method Road by memorializing their legacies. In January 2023, Kulsum founded Artist Ummah, a non-profit cultural arts organization for the Triangle Muslim-American community and beyond. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for VAE Raleigh.

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ENTRY INFORMATION

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: FIRST INITIAIL LASTNAME#_TITLE.jpg, FIRST INITIAIL LASTNAME#_TITLE.jpg, etc. (e.g. JDoe1_Untitled)

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or URL addresses to online sharing formats like Vimeo, Youtube, or Dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning, that is integrated into the video or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
The call for art is open to any living artist based in North Carolina who identifies with the theme of Muslim Art. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two- and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 5 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating and an accessible restroom. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.
Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Sales
VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 30% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

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Contemporary Indigenous Artists of NC CFA

Contemporary Indigenous Artists of North Carolina

In 2023 VAE will be launching a new initiative that will center Contemporary Indigenous American Artists. Through our open source and collaborative working model we seek to create exhibitions and public programming that not only bring awareness to the historical circumstances related to Indigenous identity, but also celebrates the rich and diverse identities of Indigenous People. 

Our Vision: In 2023 we will be launching the first stage of this initiative. The first project will be a group exhibition curated from an open call for art. The call for art will be open to any Indigenous artist living in North Carolina. This exhibition will feature a suite of programs that compliment the exhibition, as well as highlight the cultural importance of North Carolina’s Indigenous population.

In 2024 it is our hope to bring a cross-institutional, city-wide focus to Indigenous art through exhibitions, public programming, and a correlating publication. In 2024 we plan to expand our scope to include a more wide reaching call-for-art and installation proposals accepted from artists across the country.

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Entry Information:

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: LASTNAME01_TITLE.jpg, LASTNAME02_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or URL addresses to online sharing formats like Hulu, Vimeo, Youtube, or Dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning that is integrated into the video or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility

This call for art is open to any contemporary Indigenous artists living or based in North Carolina. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two- and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 5 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

 Accessibility

VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating, accessible water fountains, and restrooms. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.

Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Sales

VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 30% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability

All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

THE VISIONARY BALL: AUCTION CFA

THE VISIONARY BALL: CALL FOR AUCTION ART

Application Opens: February 1, 2023

Application Closes: March 17, 2023 at 11:59PM

Notification Date: Late March, 2023

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We are making some changes to how we conduct our auction to ensure that 2023 is our best art auction yet!

Participating artists will continue to receive 100% of the proceeds from the sale of their auction art (with the option to donate part of, or all of the proceeds to VAE if they choose). But we are limiting the number of works in the auction so that we can give each piece ample attention to ensure we get the best price for the artist!

Artists will receive 100% of the proceeds from the sale of their work, no fees, no processing…just simply 100%.

Eligibility: Any artist who has exhibited with VAE, been a member, or donated artwork to VAE’s annual gala since January 2019 is eligible to participate in the 2023 auction. VAE only accepts original artworks directly from the artist. No reproductions please.

Eligible artists are invited to submit up to two of their own original works of art. Just because you may submit two does not mean that both will be automatically accepted.

The deadline for submission is March 17, 2023, at 11:59 PM.

Entries will be juried by VAE’s staff. All artists will be notified of their application status by late March. Additional information will be provided in this email.

Artists are encouraged to set their minimum bid at the lowest amount they’d be comfortable with the work selling for. Based on VAE’s 40+ years of art auction experience, works that have too high of a starting bid tend to get less or no bids. So you’ll want to set a starting bid that balances being accessible to bidders and comfortable to you as the artist. (We have seen works with starting bids of $25 sell for over $2,000, while works with starting bids of $300 get no bids at all.)

“Buy It Now” prices for all artwork are set at 150% of the retail prices listed on the registration form.

Artwork will not be listed as available for purchase until it is physically in VAE’s possession. A preview of the work will be on exhibition during the month of April at one of our Community Exhibition Partners, Dock 1053.

You will be able to preview the works online and in-person, but no bids will be able to be made until the night of the auction. On that night all work will be moved to and displayed at Raleigh Union Station, the venue of this year’s gala.

Artist commission checks will be mailed by May 12, 2023.

QUESTIONS? Contact Ant Lobo-Ladd: ant@vaeraleigh.org or 919.828.7834 (please leave a message).

CALL FOR ART: VANGUARD SOCIAL COMMUNITY WORKSHOP

Accepting submissions from January 21st - February 3rd, 2022

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In collaboration with So & So Bookstore and Red Bud Writing, VAE Raleigh presents Vanguard Social’s inaugural community art-making workshop. Folx are invited to participate in an opportunity to create art and explore transformative solutions to community problems.

“Vanguard Social: Visions of Southern Queer Resistance,” highlights the works of Southern QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous People of Color) artists as a means of empowering and uplifting their lived experience. This exhibition places emphasis on the pivotal role of QTBIPOC creatives in the push for liberation, while also highlighting the need for solidarity throughout communities that are unequivocally marginalized by way of systemic oppression.

Featuring artists: Amuri Morris, Charmaine Hurst, Essi Sings, Gemynii, Greta Boney, Karena "Kidd" Graves, Lindsey Shin, Liz Williams, Luc White, Sage Lowery, and Shin-Yiing Yeung.

This project is apart of VAE Raleigh's annual Collaborative Curatorial Fellowship; the Collaborative Curatorial Fellowship is sponsored by VAE Raleigh.

Community Workshop Submission Portal

Portal opens on January 21st, 2023, Midnight (12:00am EST)

Deadline to submit: February 3rd, 2023 by 11:59pm EST

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Entry Information:

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: LASTNAME01_TITLE.jpg, LASTNAME02_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or URL addresses to online sharing formats like Hulu, Vimeo, Youtube, or Dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning that is integrated into the video or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility

This call for art is open to any artists living or based in the regional South, ages 13 and up. A maximum of 3 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

 Accessibility

VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating, accessible water fountains, and restrooms. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.

Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Sales

VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 30% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability

All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

CALL FOR ART: SOUTHERN QTBIPOC SOLIDARITY

Accepting submissions from November 11th - December 12th, 2022

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Just in time for the second annual Creative Curatorial Fellowship, VAE Raleigh is looking for submissions to be featured in a collective art exhibition centered around liberation, resistance and solidarity among QTBIPOC Southerners, beginning January 2023 to March 2023. (Exact dates to be determined).

We are seeking submissions from Southern QTBIPOC artists that push the envelope and go beyond the traditional view of fine artwork. The scope of work includes (but is not limited to) murals, installations, fiberwork, videography, and mixed-media.

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Town Hall Info Session

When: Wednesday, November 30, 6:30 - 8PM

Location: Zoom, registration required

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Entry Information:

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: LASTNAME01_TITLE.jpg, LASTNAME02_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or URL addresses to online sharing formats like Hulu, Vimeo, Youtube, or Dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning that is integrated into the video or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility

This call for art is open to any artists living or based in the regional South. A maximum of 3 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two- and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

 Accessibility

VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating, accessible water fountains, and restrooms. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.

Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Sales

VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 30% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability

All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

CALL FOR ART : BLACK FOLKTALES + STORYTELLING

Call Open: December 6, 2021 - January 11, 2022

In support of VAE’s inaugural Collaborative Curatorial Fellowship, we are seeking mixed media submissions to be included in an exhibition focused on African American folktales and family storytelling. Ranging from the well known story of Anansi the Spider, to the more personal tale from an uncle, we aim to highlight what are often oral histories in a visual format.

We are seeking submissions by artists using any medium; including but not limited too: photography, painting, drawing, fibers, etc.

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Entry Information:

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or URL addresses to online sharing formats like Hulu, Vimeo, Youtube, or Dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning, that is integrated into the video or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
VAE calls are open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works in any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two- and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating, accessible water fountains, and restrooms. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant Lobo-Ladd (ant@vaeraleigh.org) or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.
Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Sales
VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 25% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

Questions? Email Alyssa

CALL FOR ART : SELF-PORTRAITURE

CALL FOR ART : SELF PORTRAITURE

Call Open from October 27 - November 29.

VAE Raleigh is looking for submissions to be included in an exhibition of self-portraiture to be on view at Dock 1053 from mid December 2021 - April 2022. (Exact dates to be determined).

We are seeking self-portrait submissions by artists using any medium; including but not limited to: photography, painting, drawing, fibers, etc. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate video pieces at this venue.

Entry Information:

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files.

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above),

Eligibility
The call for art is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two- and three-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. VAE Raleigh reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery entrance, lobby, and exhibition space are all located on the ground floor with accessible paths of travel. The space has flexible seating and restrooms. Our aim is to make entering our exhibitions accessible to everyone. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant Lobo-Ladd (ant@vaeraleigh.org) or call 919.828.7834 and leave a message.
Visit our accessibility page for more information.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using sturdy, reusable packing materials. Do not include pre-paid return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition, each artist who shipped their work will be contacted by the Director of Exhibitions so that the piece may be returned.

Ship To:
VAE Raleigh
c/o Ant Lobo-Ladd
410 Glenwood Avenue #170
Raleigh, NC 27603

Sales
VAE Raleigh will retain a commission of 25% for all works sold during the run of the exhibition. If a work is not for sale, please enter "NFS" in the "Price for Entry" field in the entry form. An insurance value is still required for artworks that are not for sale.

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values, or that is deemed unstable.

Questions? Email Ant! (they/them)

Midtown Banner Art Contest

PURPOSE
The Midtown Raleigh Alliance (MRA), like many other non-profits, is working to alleviate the economic stress many are experiencing in our community. 2020 was a year like no other and has left many in financial hardship. MRA along with our sponsor Merz Aesthetics, and with support from the City of Raleigh, seek to engage local artists, while fulfilling our mission of enhancing Midtown’s visual community appeal.

The MRA and Merz Aesthetics are sponsoring the Second Annual Midtown Banner Art Contest. The MRA currently places banners in 26 locations of Midtown along St. Albans Road, Wake Forest Road and Six Forks Road. This year we are excited to be able to award two (2) artists with cash prize awards and a full year of public display of the selected winnings designs.

CONTEST DETAILS:

• Interested artists will submit up to five (5) portfolio samples that show their style.

• The Contest Project Team will review submissions and then select five (5) finalists.

• Each finalist will be provided a stipend of $150 to produce a final design.

• The final design will reflect the theme of “Wish You Were Here” and utilize the framing aspect which characterized the WYWH program (details below.)

• Each finalist will submit their design.

• The Project Team will review the final designs, and also establish a community engagement/voting system to obtain community sentiment.

• Two (2) winning designs will be selected and the artists awarded a cash prize of $1000.

• Social media print media and local news will feature articles/stories featuring winning designs and contest outcomes.

SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Banner art, because of viewing distances lends itself to large-scale colorful designs easily decipherable and free from too much/small detail. We are asking for artists’ samples that will show the use of these types of designs. When submitting examples artists should consider that reviewers will be looking for samples of work that would adapt well to visibility from a 13’ high pole. These banners will never be seen ‘UP CLOSE’.

We are asking artists to submit no more than five (5) samples that reflect the artist’s style and/or range. Graphic file types accepted: jpg, pdf. png., (no ai files please) Please email samples files to Emily Holton at eholton@midtownraleighalliance.org Include your name, address, and a good contact number. (Wake County residents only.)

The sample submission deadline is January 26, 2021. Finalists will be notified by February 3, 2021. Selected finalists will submit their contest entry by February 17, 2021. Community support/voting will commence Friday 19, 2021, and conclude on Friday, February 26, 2021. Winning designs will be selected, and artists notified on Tuesday, March 2nd. The target date for banner installation is the second week of April.

SPECS
The banners are produced on heavy-duty vinyl with a slightly shiny surface. Each banner will be printed double-sided. As per Duke Power requirements for wind-load, there will be four (4) half-moon shaped slits in the banner itself. The Banners that hang have 29” x 60” total visible space. Additional specs will be provided to finalists and will include framing details/tool and additional measurements.

Plein Air Call for Art

Deadline to enter: TBD
Exhibit run: TBD
Location: REX Heart and Vascular
2800 Blue Ridge Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607

This exhibition is being placed on hold along with the rest of VAE’s exhibition schedule due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Updates will be made as soon as we are able to congregate and view are together safely.

Calling all Plein air painters! The world is filled with captivating urban and landscapes, people, and culture. We are calling on you to submit your awesome paintings to be exhibited at REX hospital’s North Carolina Heart & Vascular Center.

VAE works with Rex Heart and Vascular to exhibit and collect artwork by local and living artists in order to provide a positive environment for their patients and their families. The hospital features rotating exhibitions of artwork created by artists who believe that art can have a positive effect on people.

Details- Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on April 13, 2020
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang with a wire
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with the hospital’s system.

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2-minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like hulu, vimeo, youtube, or dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be submitted as Quicktime files whose width is no larger than 720px and file size is no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred, video and audio samples can be submitted on CD if necessary. Please contact Kyle Hazard to make arrangements for CD delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
Plein Air call for art is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of art, per artist may be submitted. Two-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Ant or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition, each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Ant Lobo
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine artworks and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

QUESTIONS? Email Ant!

Documenting Activism: A Call for Art

Coretta Scott King holding a candle and leading a march at night to the White House as part of the Moratorium to End the War in Vietnam which took place on October 15, 1969 (with text added)

Documenting Activism: A Call for Art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on December 16, 2019
On view: January-March 2020
Location: National Humanities Center
7 TW Alexander Dr, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709

Protests and social activism have shaped the United States since before its birth. The right to assemble and the right to freedom of speech are protected by law specifically because of their ability to check authority. Art, in its broadest sense, has always played a vital role in the push for social change. One of the most important roles art has played is to document acts of protest and activism so that those moments live on and become part of our collective history. VAE and the National Humanities Center invite photojournalists, photographers, and any artist who has used their work to document acts of protest and activism to submit their artwork to be on exhibit in the Spring of 2020.

Note: this call for art is specifically for artwork that documents activism and is being paired with an exhibition at VAE in the Fall of 2020 that will showcase works that have spurred, been a part of, or been the result of protest movements or activism. Contact Kyle if you are interested in this exhibition.

About the Venue:
The National Humanities Center is a nonprofit institute for the study of all areas of humanities. This fall, NHC will welcome its incoming class of learning fellows from 30 states and four countries.

Juror: Caitlin Penna

Caitlin Penna is the University Photographer at Western Carolina University, a freelance Photojournalist, and a freelance Photographer based in Sylva, North Carolina. Her ultimate passion is telling other's stories through photography and writing. Caitlin tends to be drawn to conflict, social justice, religion, and your every day folk.

With this being said, Caitlin hopes to inspire her viewers in the brightest and darkest moments that unfold in front of her lens.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on December 16, 2019
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist.
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with NHCs system.

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..……......11:59pm on December 16, 2019
Delivery of Accepted Work…………………..January 6-10, 2020
Exhibition Run………………….….….........……...January-March 2020

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
Documenting Activism is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 3 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

VAE does not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space and the National Humanities Center is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
attn:Kyle Hazard
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Questions? Email Kyle!

PRESS: a print call-for-art

Deadline for entries: November 18th, 2019 @ 11:59 PM
Exhibition: December 6, 2019 - January 17, 2020

United Arts Council
410 Glenwood Ave
Raleigh, NC 27603

VAE loves printmakers! This is a call for anyone who uses any and all printmaking processes to create their work! Throughout human history, pressing ink into paper has served as a catalyst for reproducing ideas in both text and images. We want to celebrate this tradition by exhibiting the widest range of printmaking possible — from the most traditional use of this craft to the most contemporary, nontraditional, and absurd variations of the printmaking process. This exhibition will be hosted at VAE’s community exhibition partner United Arts Council and will have a First Friday reception on December 6, 6-8pm. Help us to celebrate the art of printmaking by submitting your work today!

DETAILS
>Works must be created utilizing a non-digital printmaking method. 
>Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
>Juried with JPEGs.
>Two entries per artist.
>Entries must be able to hang
>Entries can not be over 30 lbs
>Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on November 18th, 2019.

ENTRY FORM
Please use the online entry form to submit artwork details and pay your entry fee. 
The form will ask you to:
> enter your personal contact information
> upload your JPEG entries OR submit a link for web-based submissions
> provide details about your entries
> allow you to pay your entry fee

ENTRY FEE
VAE members - $10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
Non-members - $15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*Entry fees are non-refundable. Click here to join VAE!

SCHEDULE
Deadline for entries.....................11:59 pm November 18, 2019
Exhibition ......………………….….…...December 6-January 17, 2020
First Friday receptions…..…….…December 6 2019, 6-8p

To use the online form to submit information about and images of your work, please review these instructions for naming your files: All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

Still-images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2 minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like hulu, vimeo, youtube, or dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be submitted as Quicktime files whose width is no larger than 720px and file size is no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Video pieces will only be accepted for exhibition if they are captioned, either with open captioning that is integrated into the video, or closed captioning that can be turned on when needed. Read info about captioning videos on Youtube, with iMovie, or Quicktime! Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred, video and audio samples can be submitted on CD if necessary. Please contact Brandon Cordrey to make arrangements for CD delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

ELIGIBILITY
Press is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two-dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 3 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. VAE reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand-delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container. Artwork submitted on behalf of an artist requires written and signed authorization from the artist.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

ACCESSIBILITY
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition or become a VAE member, please email Brandon or call 919.256.6856 for assistance. Visit our accessibility page for more information.

SHIPPING WORK
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition, each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to Brandon so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts.

SHIP TO
VAE Raleigh
attn: Kyle
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

SALES
VAE will retain a commission of 30% for VAE members, 50% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

LIABILITY
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

QUESTIONS? Email Kyle!

WIP IT

WIP IT

WORKS IN PROGRESS NIGHT
EXTENDED TO - November 20, 2019 6-8pm

We are hosting an art school style group critique night! Bring some wine and/or beer, sit down among friends, and talk about each other's work. Please bring one work of any medium (painting, video, documentary, spoken word, written word, film, photography, printmaking, collage, music, kitchen sinks, etc). That night we will do a random drawing to determine crit order and set time limits make sure folks get fair representation. (Don’t really want feedback on your work? That’s cool too! Anyone is welcome to come and participate in the conversations, work or no.)

Fill out the form below so we know you're coming!

NC Photography Call for Art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on December 2, 2019
Exhibit run: January 6-April 13, 2019
Location:
REX Heart and Vascular
2800 Blue Ridge Rd
Raleigh, NC 27607

Calling all photographers! Our state is filled with captivating landscapes, people, and culture. We are calling on you to submit images of our state to be exhibited at REX hospital’s North Carolina Heart & Vascular Center. VAE is looking for artists to submit photography work that features North Carolina’s landscape, people, culture, and history.

VAE works with Rex Heart and Vascular to exhibit and collect artwork by local and living artists in order to provide a positive environment for their patients and their families. The hospital features rotating exhibitions of artwork created by artists who believe that art can have a positive effect on people.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on December 2, 2019
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with the hospital’s system.

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..…....11:59 pm on December 2, 2019
Delivery of Accepted Work……….....…December 17-21,2019
Exhibition Run………………….….…............January 6-April 13, 2019

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2 minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like hulu, vimeo, youtube, or dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be submitted as Quicktime files whose width is no larger than 720px and file size is no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred, video and audio samples can be submitted on CD if necessary. Please contact Kyle Hazard to make arrangements for CD delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
NC Photography is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of photography, per artist may be submitted. Two and three dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts. Shipments of artwork will be accepted January 9-12,2019.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Kyle Hazard
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Quorum Center Lobby Feature Wall Art - RFQ

RFQ - Quorum Center Lobby Feature Wall Art

Owner: Local Government Federal Credit Union (LGFCU)

Quorum Center; 323 West Jones Street, Raleigh, NC

Call To Artists: This is a call to artists who have an interest in designing, creating and
installing an art exhibit to be displayed in the Quorum Center Building in Raleigh, NC. The art will be attached to an existing wall that is part of the ground floor lobby in this prominent building. The owner is Local Government Federal Credit Union who is the party interested in acquiring this art. Davis Kane Architects is the project administrator and will be the liaison between the owner and artist.

Submission Deadline: Friday October 3rd, 2019 – 5:00 PM delivered to Davis Kane Architects

Art Budget: Not To Exceed $100,000

Budget Description:
The Budget includes all associated costs of creation, fabrication, shipment, installation, artist fees, travel, maintenance and other direct costs including any modifications to building infrastructure required to accommodate art installation.

Project Details:
The Quorum Center (QC) is a facility for local government entities and associations to use as a headquarters or as a Raleigh satellite office for networking, promotion, operations and event needs. The QC provides a space equipped with the technology, infrastructure and square footage to host large-scale events and meetings – all with a downtown address that immerses the occupants and visitors in the heart of Raleigh. The proximity to state government buildings and many related agencies is an important facet of the buildings appeal to the occupants.

LGFCU requests that qualified artists submit their qualifications for an art installation on the 1s t floor lobby feature wall. The wall is 57’ long by 15’ high. It is visible from Jones Street and as such is in a prominent viewing location. Upon satisfactory completion of the installation, LGFCU will own the art and all related rights to the art. The artist will warrant the art installation for a period of up to five years at which point the maintenance requirements will expire. At a future date, LGFCU may elect to relocate the art and make it part of LGFCU’s collection. At that time, a new feature wall display will be installed.

The proposer may be an individual artist or a team led by an artist. The term “artist” in this RFP refers to either. See attached for “Attachment A” for additional site information.

Artwork Goals:
The QC art installation should convey an inviting, inclusive and professional environment that pays tribute to the mission and service of local government employees in North Carolina. The artwork should recognize and honor the leadership, service and impact provided by local leaders, employees and community volunteers. From elected officials to first responders, from librarians to parks and recreation employees and volunteers, from county and municipal employees to sanitation and housing authority staff - LGFCU members provide the services, support and structure that keep our communities running – this commitment is at the heart of what the QC artwork should represent. For more information about LGFCU see the link below visit https://www.lgfcu.org/strategic-plan/

LGFCU management is a focused, technically savvy and highly professional group that holds very high standards for themselves and their work environment. The installation may exploit lighting, technology and interactive elements. It should be noted that then installation will be viewed from within the building lobby as well as the street. The art should be “demountable”; that is, it should be designed and constructed such that it can be readily removed from the location and re-installed to another location without reconstruction or further engagement by the artist. No portion of the art shall be permanently affixed to the building.

The art should have a substantial and artistic presence that unites it with the neighboring Museum District and makes it a known attraction in Raleigh that locals appreciate and tourists visit. Content, theme, and elements should honor local government employees by celebrating their service and recognizing their sacrifices, contributions and commitment to community.

Selection Information:
From this initial submission, an art selection committee will review all submissions and prepare a shortlist of three to five artists. The committee will then submit Request for Proposals to the shortlist of artists. The RFP will request that the artist submit a proposed art solution for the project. The artist will be compensated for preparation of the submission, the amount of which is to be determined.

Application Requirements:
All professional artists must be at least 18 years of age. Artists who have successfully managed and completed at least one similar art installation with a budget equal to or greater than $50,000 may be given preference over less experienced artists. The artists must have general liability insurance equal to or greater than the cost of the installation for the duration of the project and have demonstrated the ability to adhere to a strict timeline. Artists’ proposals will be evaluated based upon creativity, their professional qualifications, proven artistic merit of prior relevant work, experience fabricating and installing artwork suitable for this type of environment, and experience working with architects, contractors and municipalities.

Sales and Commission:
LGFCU will own the art installation and all rights to the art for their corporate collection. A commission will be offered to the shortlisted artists for preparation of the RFP responses.

Project Timeline:

• RFQ Submission Deadline: October 3, 2019.

• Panel Review: October 3rd through 17th, 2019.

• Finalist Notification (RFP release): October 17th, 2019.

• Pre-presentation site visit: October 21s t, 2019.

• Proposal Presentations: January 9, 2020.

• Final Artist Selection: January 13, 2020.

• Contract: January 27th, 2020.

• Design Review Phases: TBD

• Fabrication: TBD

• Installation Schedule for art coordinated with project construction: TBD

• Completion Date: July 13, 2020 (6 months from artist notification)

How to Apply:
To submit, please see the link to register below and upload submission.

Submissions must be a maximum of 25MB total and include the following:
1. Letter of Interest: Maximum 1000 words outlining your interest in this project, experience working on comparable projects and a maximum 500-word statement of your conceptual approach to this project.
2. Professional Resume (if an artist team, include a resume for each team member). Maximum five pages per artist/team member to include artist training, professional experience in fabrication, installation and use of selected materials.
3. Past Project Experience (up to 5 projects)

a. All files should be named in the following format: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.
b. Still images should be sent as jpegs and should be at least 1000px and 300 dpi at their widest dimension. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per project. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per project.Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.
c. Video samples should be edited to be no longer than 2-minutes. Video artists are to submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like Hulu, Vimeo, or YouTube. Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred and video samples can be submitted on CD or flash drive if necessary. Please contact Sarah Burnette via contact below to make arrangements for delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above on digital files and hard copy CD or Flash Drive.
d. Description of project including title, schedule details (starting date, fabrication time frame, delivery, and installation), dimensions, significant materials, and budget.
e. Professional References: List of three (3) prior permanent art project references with contact information (name, title, organization, mailing address, phone number, email address) , name and location of the artwork and a brief description of the relationship.

To submit:
Please see the link to register and upload submission.

For Questions, Please Contact:
For questions, please contact Sarah Burnette at art@daviskane.com

Consulted with VAE Raleigh, Artspace, and CAM Raleigh.

Depth of Field call for art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on July 9, 2019
Exhibit dates: August 2-August 30, 2019
Location: United Arts Council
410 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
First Friday reception: August 2, 6-9pm

Oh snap! VAE is putting together a photography show. This exhibition will be held at United Arts Council during the month of August. Depth of Field entries will be juried, so send us your best shots.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on July 9, 2019
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with UACs system.

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..……......11:59pm on July 9, 2019
Notification of Accepted Work……….....…July 11
Delivery of Accepted Work…………………..July 17-31
Exhibition Run………………….….…............Aug 2-30, 2019

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
Depth of Field is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two and three dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts. Shipments of artwork will be accepted May 23-June 1, 2019.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Sorena Dadgar
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Questions? Email Sorena!

UNREAL call for art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on May 20, 2019
On view: June 7-July 26, 2019
First Friday Reception: June 7, 6-8 PM
Location: United Arts Council
410 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603

Calling all abstract artists! UNREAL is a juried call for abstract art. UNREAL will be mounted at our community exhibition venue United Arts Council during the months of June and July 2019. The exhibition will be featured on Raleigh’s First Friday Art Walk and have an opening reception on Friday, June 7, from 6-8 PM.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59 pm on May 20, 2019
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with UACs system.

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..……......11:59pm on May 20, 2019
Notification of Accepted Work……….....…May 22
Delivery of Accepted Work…………………..May 23-June 1
Exhibition Run………………….….…............June 7-July 15, 2019

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
UNREAL is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two and three dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts. Shipments of artwork will be accepted May 23-June 1, 2019.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Sorena Dadgar
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Questions? Email Sorena!

EXTRA CREDIT call-for-art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on April 19, 2019
**DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 23 AT 11:59PM**
Exhibit dates: May 3-31, 2019
Location: United Arts Council
410 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603
First Friday reception: May 3, 6-9pm
EXTRA CREDIT is a juried call for art open to any current high school student.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59pm on April 19, 2019
**DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 23 AT 11:59PM**
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with UAC’s system.

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..…....11:59pm on April 19, 2019
**DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 23 AT 11:59PM**
Notification of Accepted Work………..April 22
Delivery of Accepted Work……….....…April 24-27
Exhibition Run………………….….…............May 3-31, 2019

Entry Fees
This call for art is FREE.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2 minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like hulu, vimeo, youtube, or dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be submitted as Quicktime files whose width is no larger than 720px and file size is no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred, video and audio samples can be submitted on CD if necessary. Please contact Kyle Hazard to make arrangements for CD delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
EXTRA CREDIT is open to any current high school student. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two and three dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts. Shipments of artwork will be accepted April 24-27,2019.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Kyle Hazard
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Questions? Email Sorena!

Kennedi Carter - United Arts Council

Kennedi Carter- United Arts Council

March 1 - 28, 2019

OPENING RECEPTION MARCH 1, 6-8PM!

United Arts Council
410 Glenwood Ave.
Raleigh, NC 27603

A Durham, North Carolina native by way of Dallas Texas, Kennedi Carter is a fine art photographer, retoucher and creative director with a primary focus on Black subjects. Her work highlights the aesthetics of sociopolitical aspects of blackness as well as the overlooked beauties of the black experience as a whole: skin, texture, trauma, peace, love and community. Her work aims to reinvent notions of creativity and confidence in the realm of blackness. 

First Annual Midtown Banner Art Contest

PURPOSE
The Midtown Raleigh Alliance (MRA) is a tax-exempt non-profit community organization. One of the mission goals of the organization is to enhance Midtown’s community appeal for residents and businesses and create an irresistible destination for visitors. As such the organization has focused on bringing more types of art to areas of Midtown. Several installations and exhibits exist currently in Midtown, interactive and passive – with more planned for the Wake Forest Road as part of new development projects.

The MRA and Capital Bank are sponsoring the First Annual Midtown Banner Art Contest. The MRA currently places banners in 26 locations of Midtown along St. Albans Road, Wake Forest Road and Six Forks Road. Our current design is a simple graphic with the words Midtown Raleigh diagonally across a multi-colored background. Upon the completion of the Banner Art Contest, the winning design will be printed on banners and hung in place of the current banners. The contest winner will be awarded a cash prize of $1000. (This same type of banner art contest was done about 10 years ago along Blount Street by the Downtown Raleigh Alliance.) Online information can be found here.

Right-of-Way (ROW) requirements restrict the use any sponsor logos on signs hung in the city-owned right-of-way, therefore only the design and the words “2019 Midtown Raleigh Banner Art” will appear on the banner.

DESIGN TEAM
Midtown Raleigh was created after the re-visioning of large areas around the 440/Six Forks Road interchange known as North Hills. Over the past twenty years the success of this and other projects has given new life to a dense, walkable, vibrant, and innovative community of businesses, neighborhoods, parks, schools, and churches. This area also boasts world-class healthcare from Duke Raleigh and unique retail and dining brands. Midtown offers a lot – it also inspires a lot.

Three selected finalists will use their design to complete the sentence

“Midtown Inspires ______________”.

SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
We are asking artists to submit no more than five (5) samples that reflect the artist’s style.

There is a $10 submittal fee per artist. To make the submission, first, visit the payment page here, and then send your art samples to Emily Holton at the email below. Payment can also be made thru Paypal, the email address to pay is trobbins@midtownraleighalliance.org

When submitting examples artists should consider that reviewers will be looking for samples of work that would adapt well to visibility from a 13’ high pole. These banners will never be seen ‘UP CLOSE’. Graphics file types accepted: jpg, pdf. png., (no ai files please)

Please email samples files to Emily Holton at eholton@midtownraleighalliance.org

Include your name, address, and a good contact number.

Sample submission deadline is March 4th. Finalists will be notified by March 12th. Selected finalists will submit their contest entry by April 3rd. The winning artist will be notified by April 9th. The design will be sent to production printed on banners and installed on Midtown Pole locations. Our target date for banner installation is the first week of May.

SPECS
The banners are produced on heavy-duty vinyl with a slightly shiny surface. As per Duke Power requirements for wind-load, there will be four (4) half- moon shaped slits in the banner itself. The Banners that hang have 29” x 60” total visible space. The design will be placed at the upper portion of the banner taking up 29” x 50”, leaving the bottom 10” for verbiage identifying the banner as part of the 2019 Midtown Banner Art Contest.  See below:

SCOPE '19 Call-for-Art

Deadline to enter: 11:59pm on December 28, 2018
Exhibit dates: January 15-July 15, 2019

In partnership with Rex Heart and Vascular, VAE is producing one of our annual exhibits; SCOPE. The purpose of SCOPE: the southern landscape is to exhibit the widest range of “landscape” works possible in and alongside Rex’s Heart and Vascular’s extensive collection of local and regional artists. The South is a hub of creativity and Raleigh has adopted a vision to become the Southern Capital for Arts and Culture. To do our part, VAE and REX will exhibit landscape works by artists across the regional south, or works created in or inspired by the southern landscape.

Rex Heart and Vascular collects and exhibits the artwork of local and living artists in order to provide a positive environment for their patients and their families. The hospital features rotating exhibitions of artwork created by artists who believe that art can have a positive effect on people.

Details
- Entries must be received by 11:59pm on December 28, 2018
- Entries must fit through VAE’s 104″ x 71″ door to be exhibited.
- Juried with JPEGs.
- Two entries per artist. 
- Entries must be able to hang
- Entries can not be over 30 lbs
- VAE reserves the right to wire/re-wire work to best hang with the hospitals system.

Awards
1st place - $300
2nd place - $200
3rd place - $100

Schedule
Deadline for entries………………..…....11:59pm on December 28, 2018
Delivery of Accepted Work……….....…January 9-12
Exhibition Run………………….….…............January 15-July 15, 2019

Entry Fees
members………………..…$10 per artwork/$20 for two pieces*
non-members………..……$15 per artwork/$30 for two pieces*
*All entry fees are non-refundable.

Entry Information:

• All files should be named like so: 01_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg, 02_LASTNAME_TITLE.jpg.

• Still images should be sent as jpegs should be at least 1000px at their widest dimension, not to exceed 2MB per image. 2D artists may submit one JPEG per entry. 3D artists may submit two JPEGS (one full shot and one detail) per entry. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Video samples should be edited to no longer than 2 minute excerpts. It is strongly preferred that video & audio artists submit their work online through clips or url addresses to online sharing formats like hulu, vimeo, youtube, or dropbox. Videos submitted as uploaded files should be submitted as Quicktime files whose width is no larger than 720px and file size is no larger than 10MB (as that is the largest file eligible for upload on our entry software). Please only submit video art or video documentation of an art piece that requires video to be fully experienced. Do not send video walk-throughs of static exhibitions or video slideshows. While web-hosted submissions are strongly preferred, video and audio samples can be submitted on CD if necessary. Please contact Kyle Hazard to make arrangements for CD delivery prior to deadline. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Audio: Audio should be submitted as separate MP3 files. Each track should be no longer than 2 minutes. Follow the filename format for works as indicated above.

• Web-based: Web-based work should be submitted as a URL listed in the work sample list. Please only submit web-based projects. A portfolio website that features audio/video art and still images will not be considered.

Eligibility
SCOPE is open to any living artist. A maximum of 2 works of any medium, per artist may be submitted. Two and three dimensional entries will be accepted. Work must be original and completed in the last 2 years. No copies, mechanical reproductions, molds or kit work will be accepted. Visual Art Exchange reserves the right to exclude work due to size or special requirements. Entries must be hand delivered to the gallery or mailed in a returnable container.

We will not exhibit or financially support work that co-opts the story of a community without representation from that community acting in a decision making role.

Accessibility
VAE’s gallery space is fully accessible and we strive to make the submission process accessible as well. We encourage anyone to enter our open call exhibitions. If you need any additional information or accommodations in order to enter this exhibition please email Kyle or call 919.828.7834.

Shipping Artwork
Ship artwork using a sturdy, reusable packing materials clearly labeled with your name and telephone number. Do not include return postage in case the artwork sells during the run of the exhibition. Following the exhibition each artist who shipped their work should generate a FedEx label and email it to our Director of Exhibitions so the piece may be returned. Do not use styrofoam packing peanuts. Shipments of artwork will be accepted January 9-12,2019.

Ship To:
Visual Art Exchange
c/o Kyle Hazard
309 W Martin Street
Raleigh, NC 27601

Sales
Visual Art Exchange will retain a commission of 25% for VAE members, 35% for non-members on all work sold during the exhibit. If a work is not for sale please indicate with NFS value in appropriate space during registration or on the consignment sheet. Click here to join VAE!

Liability
All entries will be handled with the utmost care and respect. VAE is not liable for artwork during transportation to or from the gallery but does carry a blanket inland marine policy that covers most fine art works and craft items up to $5,000. VAE reserves the right to refuse coverage to artwork with inherent vices, high values or that is deemed unstable. By entering into this show, the artist agrees to abide by all rules and regulations as set by exhibition guidelines.

Questions? Email Kyle!