Artist Opportunity
Calling All Artists! October Group Exhibition:
THINGS THAT SCARE ME!
This October, the Hazleton Art League invites all artists to participate in the upcoming art exhibition, THINGS THAT SCARE ME! The group exhibition will be presented in the Main Gallery of the Hayden Family Center for the Arts building.
The exhibition will be on view from Friday, October 6, 2023 through Sunday, October 29, 2023. The Opening Reception will be held on First Friday, October 6, 2023, from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Artists who wish to participate in the exhibition must complete the “THINGS THAT SCARE ME!” exhibition application form available on this page and follow the application procedures to submit artworks that explore the theme of things we fear from trips to the Dentist to the monsters under your bed. All artworks must be created by the artist for inclusion in the exhibition. Any media are welcome: painting, photography, sculpture, digital art, fiber art, etc.
The submission deadline is Tuesday, October 3, 2023.**
Artworks for the exhibition are to be dropped-off at the Hayden Family Center for the Arts.
Artwork Drop-off Dates & Times:
Sunday, October 1, 2023, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.
Monday, October 2, 2023, 4:00 pm to 7:00pm.
Tuesday, October 3, 2023, 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm.
Artworks will not be accepted after the designated deadline.**
For your consideration, please reference the Exhibition Procedures below for further details about exhibiting in the Hazleton Art League Gallery.
Application Procedures
Each artist may submit up to 3 artworks labeled with the artist name, artwork title, and choice of media for each piece at the time of drop-off.
Along with your 3 labeled artworks, please indicate if some or all of your pieces will be for sale.
Artworks must follow the exhibition’s theme to be featured in the exhibition.
EXHIBITION PROCEDURES
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All 2-dimensional work must be effectively and sustainably wired, framed, or have clear indication on how it is to be presented in a professional manner.
Sculpture stands will be provided by the Hazleton Art League for 3-dimensional work.
If you are exhibiting an installation piece, please provide a clear image with directions on how you would like your installation piece to be displayed or be willing to help install it to your vision’s standards.
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Please stay true to the exhibition’s theme, THINGS THAT SCARE ME!
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Please indicate at least 1-2 images of work that will be for sale.
These images will be presented on our website before, during, and after the exhibition, and will also be used to promote the show on our Facebook page, Instagram, etc.
While Hazleton Art League handles our part in promoting exhibitions, Artists are also strongly encouraged to promote the show as well.
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Artists are encouraged to be present for the opening reception and/or Coffee Talk. As many artists as possible should attend. This allows the artist to be on hand for questions by viewers who are interested in purchasing work or getting to know the artist better.
Hazleton Art League usually provides refreshments, however, Artists are encouraged to provide refreshments as well to show a good form of offering something to those who support you.
All sales go through the Hazleton Art League. 6% sales tax is collected from the buyer at the point of sale – the Hazleton Art League retains 25% commission.
Checks to the artists are available after the close of the exhibition.
Artwork remains in the gallery until the exhibition is over, even in the event that a piece is sold.