WHY APPLY: ARTISTS

Artist participants will have the opportunity to present their work in a high-profile exhibition installed in a professional gallery setting in New York City, with personal introductions to collectors, museum curators, gallerists, and art press that will help to advance their creative careers.

 
 
 

Exhibition theme

We are pleased to share the theme for the spring edition of the Art and Social Activism Festival Art and Wellness: Healthy Planet, Body and Mind

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We invite Socially Engaged Artists and Galleries to apply for participation in our curated exhibition whose artwork supports the healthy mind, body and planet by addressing social justice issues related to healthcare access, the wellness industry, alternative and complementary medicines, mental health, sex and gender health, outdoor activities and physical health, the opioid crisis and drug addiction, environmental sustainability, nutrition and food insecurity.

Application information

APPLY TODAY

Application period is Feb. 8-March 18. Artists will be accepted on a rolling basis. Socially engaged artists, socially conscientious galleries, and ethical designers are encouraged to apply. Please feel free to contact us with any questions info@artandsocialactivism.com

What we provide:

We provide a high-profile exhibition installed in a professional gallery setting in New York City, with curatorial support and marketing outreach. See the list of all we provide below.

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  • 6 and 12 linear feet of wall space†
  • Gallery painted white walls with professional lighting
  • Installation by art handlers with direction from Curatorial Committee††
  • Walls labels and signage
  • Curatorial statement on artwork
  • Regular “spotlight” features on homepage
  • Profile feature in festival email newsletters and social media posts
  • Targeted outreach to collectors, museum curators, and gallerists
  • Press exposure
  • 10 VIP Passes for Private Preview Opening
  • Invitation for two to VIP “Collector and Curator” reception
  • Opportunities to participate in festival programming including “Town Hall” discussions, performances and workshops
  • Pre-Festival Consultation with Director on artwork display, pricing, sales outreach
  • Wifi internet

    • Eligibility: Who Should Apply?

  • Self-represented artists
  • Artist collectives and alternative spaces
  • Small and nomadic galleries
  • Galleries who nominate an individual artist

    • Exhibition options and Participation Fees

  • 12 linear feet $3,900 (Front entry wall)
  • 12 linear feet $3,300
  • 6 linear feet $1,650
  • 24 linear feet Special Projects (Inquire for pricing)

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    Artworks will be displayed for the full four week festival run. Applicants can select either 6 or 12 linear feet of exhibition space.

    Interested Applicants should prepare the following application Materials

  • Artist Statement or CV (250 words max)
  • Short description of the planned installation (250 words max)
  • List of Works to be exhibited
  • 5 images of works for upload

    • Terms and Conditions

    Conditions of Participation
     
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    TESTIMONIALS

    "What a wonderful experience the Art & Social Activism Festival was. I can't speak highly enough about it, you and your staff." — Lisa Marie Ludwig Artist

    "I want to thank you for such a lovely opening with so many great people. The show looks really good and is both enticing and engaging in all the right ways." — Kristen Accola, Accola Griefen Fine Art

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    PRESS REVIEW

    “The Art and Social Activism Festival will leave you inspired!" JeJune Magazine. Read the full review! www.jejunemagazine.com