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CALL FOR ART: VANGUARD SOCIAL COMMUNITY WORKSHOP

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


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


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


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.


Town Hall Info Session

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

Location: Zoom, registration required


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.