The Springfield Regional Arts Council and Sky Gallery at the Springfield-Branson National Airport are now accepting submissions for their Abstract Actually exhibition, running from December 2022 - February 2023. This exhibition is focused on celebrating abstract art. Artists are invited to submit their abstract work.
Submission Process:
Submit up to 5 digital images (JPGs) of actual works you hope to have selected for the exhibition. Name each JPG with your first initial, last name, and piece title (example: JSmithTitle.jpg). Please include dimensions, media, frame type if applicable, and retail pricing (including 25% SRAC commission) in your email. Send all submissions to claire@springfieldarts.org by midnight, Friday, November 4th, 2022.
Work that has previously been displayed at Sky Gallery will not be accepted.
Artists will be selected by an anonymous jurying process. All submissions will be notified of acceptance or rejection by Saturday, November 12th. All participating artists are expected to drop off their work between 9am-12pm Friday, November 18th. For more information regarding the Sky Gallery, call Claire Utley at (417) 862-2787 or email her at claire@springfieldarts.org.
Artwork Restrictions:
Because of the nature of the exhibition space in which the show will take place, submissions must meet the following restrictions:
Artwork (including dimension of frame) should be at least 36” on one side.
All artworks must either be framed or on gallery wrapped canvas with painted edges.
Hanging the art requires that the piece be wired with D-Rings, attached at least one third from the top of the frame.
Works must be two-dimensional (no three-dimensional work)
Artworks must weigh no more than 50lbs
Timeline:
Submissions Due: Friday, November 4th, 2022 at Midnight
Notification of Acceptance: Saturday, November 12th, 2022
Drop-off Accepted Artworks: Friday, November 18th, 2022 between 9am-12pm
Pick-up Artworks: Friday, February 24th, 2023 between 9am-12pm
