CALL FOR ARTISTS - SUMMER SMALL WORKS JURIED EXHIBITION 2025
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CALL FOR
ARTISTS
SUMMER SMALL WORKS JURIED EXHIBITION 2025
Kalaveshi Arts is pleased to announce an open call for submissions to our Summer Small Works Juried Exhibition 2025. We welcome artists at all stages of their careers - both emerging and established - to present their creativity and skill in the medium of their choice. With no designated theme, this exhibition offers an opportunity to explore artistic expression in a distinguished celebration of the arts this summer.
DATES
Exhibit: June 20 – July 26
• Deadline
for Submission: Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 11:59pm
• Jurying: Friday, June 6 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
• Notification Date of Accepted Submissions: Monday, June 9, 2025
• Artwork Drop-Off: Tuesday & Wednesday, June 10 & 11, 11am - 4pm at Kalaveshi Arts
• Opening Reception: Friday, June 20, 6 - 8pm
• Artwork Pick-up: Sunday, July 27, 11am - 4pm
JUROR: KAREN
ISRAEL
Karen Israel is an artist working in pastel and oil. Whether she is exploring landscape, figure or still life, her passion for design and creating a narrative is evident in her work. Karen is an elected member of many art organizations such as the American Artists Professional League, National Women’s Artist Association, Hudson Valley Art Association, Pastel Society of America, Salmagundi Club and Lyme Art Association. Karen conducts teaching demonstrations and workshops throughout the Northeast and she has served as juror for many national competitions. Over the past 20 years Karen has garnered top awards in many national juried competitions. Her work is held in private collections throughout the United States. Karen’s work was featured in the March 2025 issue of American Art Collector. In past years, Karen’s work was featured in the Pastel Journal’s Pastel 100 and Practique Des Arts Magazine.
https://www.artbykarenisrael.com/
THE DETAILS
Awards:
• Best of Show: $125
• Second Place: $75
• Third Place: $50
Eligibility:
• Open to all artists ages 18+ and residing in CT
• 2D original works only
• Size of artwork must be 24 inches maximum (including the frame)
• Artwork on paper must be framed; artwork on canvas can be unframed
• Artwork must be ready to hang (wired, no sawtooth hangers)
• Up to three completed artworks can be submitted
• All art must be for sale
• Accepted Mediums: painting, mixed media, drawing, collage, printmaking, fiber art, & fine art photography
• No Digital or AI generated art. No giclee prints.
Entry Details:
• Entries and fees are to be digitally submitted via kalaveshiarts.com/call-for-artists (scroll below the prospectus to find the form)
• Ensure that you upload a high-quality image of your artwork
• Name each image using the following format: lastname_firstname_titleofartwork
• Uploaded files must be in JPG or PNG format
• Fees: First entry $25, second/third entry an additional $5 each
• Artwork must be received before or on the Drop-Off day - no late entries accepted
• Artwork must be collected no earlier than the set Pick-Up date - no exceptions
Sales:
• Kalaveshi Arts retains a 30% commission on all sales
Legal:
By submitting artwork, artists acknowledge and agree to all stated conditions. Kalaveshi Arts will exercise reasonable care in the handling, storage, and exhibition of all works; however, Kalaveshi Arts assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage incurred during transit, storage, or display. Submission fees are non-refundable.
For inquiries not covered in this prospectus, or any issues that you may encounter in the process of submitting for this call, please do not hesitate to contact us at kalave...@gmail.com
