"Paint it Black" emerges as a striking celebration of the color black, transcending its traditional associations to explore its multifaceted meanings across diverse contexts. This exhibition transforms the gallery space into a captivating exploration of the enigmatic hue, showcasing a curated collection that spans paintings, sculptures, and multimedia installations. Artists delve into the symbolic, cultural, and emotional resonance of black, interpreting its significance in various historical, social, and personal contexts. Visitors are immersed in a visual journey that transcends the conventional perceptions of the color, encountering evocative narratives that explore themes of mystery, sophistication, rebellion, and cultural identity. Collaborative installations enhance the sensory experience, incorporating dynamic lighting and interactive elements. "Paint it Black" not only celebrates the aesthetic allure of the color but serves as a thought-provoking platform for artists to examine and reinterpret the profound meanings associated with black, inviting viewers to reconsider and appreciate the complexity of this seemingly simple yet profoundly rich hue.
This exhibition will take place in the Kress Contemporary Art building in Ybor City, Tampa. The 2-day exhibition will drive art buyers and visitors to the 3rd floor for an exclusive art-buying experience. House of Shadows will be inviting thousands of followers and fans and the exhibition will be marketed through the Tampa Bay arts community, including artists with studios in the Kress Contemporary building.
Special Instructions
Deadline: July 27, 2024, 11:59 PM EST
Open to: Local, regional, national & international artists are welcome to submit
State/City: Tampa, Florida
Entry Fee: $25.00 for a maximum of 10 Entries.
Eligibility: Open to all mediums of art except audio and video art. Final work must not exceed 40 x 40 inches.
Details
- Curation/Finalization of work: Within 48 hours after the submission deadline (Please note that this date is always subject to change. Regardless, artists will be notified of acceptance and or rejection via email.)
- Shipped work: Must arrive no later than August 22, 5:00 pm EST. A shipping address will be provided if accepted.
- Work drop off: August 21-22 between the hours of 12:00 pm-5:00 pm EST
- Exhibition Dates: August 24 - 29, Opening: 6:00 pm-9:00 pm EST
- Work pick-up: September 2, between the hours of 12:00 pm-5:00 pm EST
IMAGE USE & COPYRIGHTS
The artist retains all copyrights to submitted images and represented artwork. Digital images submitted with the artist's entry are for exhibition selection only. Artists selected to exhibit grant House of Shadows Creative Gallery & Market the right to use the selected image(s) on printed materials and the gallery website for promotional purposes only. House of Shadows retains no copyrights to the artist's work.
COMMISSIONS & SALES
House of Shadows will retain a 30% commission on any sold work in the gallery during its exhibition run.
SHIPPED ARTWORK
The artist is responsible for ensuring and properly packaging their work. A return shipping label must be pre-purchased and provided to us. Please direct any immediate questions, comments, or concerns to contact@hostampa.com
DISCLAIMERS
We do not accept fine art photography printed on canvas unless it is a transformative multimedium work. For further details, and or questions, please email us at: contact@hostampa.com
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Cloudfolios?
Cloudfolios is a platform we use to publish our art calls. Artists submitting their work for consideration will be doing so through the Cloudfolios system.
How and when will I know if I've been accepted?
Every artist who submitted their work for consideration will be notified by email. Once the work is finalized, an email is sent to the artists automatically by the Cloudfolios system (the same system the artist used to submit). This email will let the artists know which works were accepted and which works were rejected. If you do not receive an email within a couple of days, please double-check your spam folder and or contact us at: contact@hostampa.com.
What happens and or what do I do after I am accepted?
Accepted artists can expect a follow-up email directly from the gallery congratulating them on their acceptance as well as a very detailed PDF with their exhibiting details.
How and when do I submit my biography and conceptual statements?
Artists will be given detailed instructions through their exhibiting details PDF on how to submit their statements. This requirement only applies to artists who are accepted.
Why is installation, audio, and video art not allowed?
We apologize for this exclusion. Our gallery at this time is not equipped to exhibit these particular mediums of art. We hope to change this in the future.
How much is it to submit and are there any other fees during the submission process?
For this particular exhibition, the entry fee is $25.00 for a maximum of 10 works that you can submit. This means that for $25.00, you will be able to submit 10 individual works of art. The Cloudfolios system will charge you a 10% processing fee. That means that the submission will cost you a total of $27.50. The gallery DOES NOT charge you a 10% processing fee. The additional $2.50 charged does not go to the gallery. It goes to CloudFolios, a separate company. We simply utilize the Cloudfolios software.
Curators
- J Gomez
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