Identification' Call for Artists

International Deadline: February 24, 2014 - Highly regarded Torpedo Factory Art Center/Target Gallery presents 'Identification', an all-media self-portrait exhibition exploring alternative definitions of self through the juxtaposition of the artists’ objective and subjective identities. Artists worldwide are asked to submit a standardized 4x4 photo of themselves to exhibit along side of the artwork.

JUROR
Dara Engler is a figurative painter, specializing in self-portraiture. Recent solo exhibitions include the Angela Meleca Gallery in Columbus, Ohio and the Bry Art Gallery at the University of Louisiana at Monroe. She was awarded a Joan Mitchell Foundation MFA Grant in 2007, followed by a recipient group show at the Cue Art Foundation in New York City. Her work has appeared in New American Paintings and Manifest’s International Drawing Annual. See more.

LIMITATIONS
Work should be less than 15 feet overall (height + width + length), with no one dimension measuring more than 7 feet. Final measurements must be inclusive of frame, if applicable. Weight may not exceed 150 pounds. All entries must have been conceived and created by the artist submitting the work and must have been created within the last 5 years.

The gallery reserves the right to reject work that differs from submitted images.

ENTRY FEE
A non-refundable fee of $35.00 must accompany each entry form, and a $10.00 fee for each additional art work submitted.

APPLICATION - Visit Target Gallery for complete Prospectus.

Submissions are by digital image only. A non-refundable $35 entry fee includes submission for 3 pieces of artwork.

Entry can be done in 2 ways, either using our online form, or via a mailed in or hand delivered CD.

NOTIFICATION
Whether your piece has been selected by the juror or not, notification will be sent to you via email.

GUIDELINES
A commission of 40% will be taken on all works sold as a result of this exhibition. Works are insured while in Target Gallery. Artwork must have been made within the last five years.

DELIVERY
Artists are responsible for shipping their work to the gallery in sturdy, reusable boxes. Return shipping must be prepaid and enclosed with artwork. Artwork not picked up after exhibition closing will incur a storage fee.

DATES

• February 24, 2014: Entry deadline
• March 5, 2014: Artists notified
• April 11 to Tuesday, April 15, 2014: Accepted work due in the gallery
• April 19 to May 26, 2014: Exhibition Dates
• May 8, 2014: Artists’ Reception, 6-8pm

QUESTIONS
Phone: 703.838.4565 ext 4

About:
The Target Gallery, national exhibition space of the Torpedo Factory Art Center, promotes high standards of art by continuously exploring new ideas through the visual media in a schedule of national and international exhibitions. Torpedo Factory Art Center, is located on the waterfront in Old Town Alexandria, VA.

The gallery's schedule of exhibitions invites artists from across the country and around the world to participate in shows that have far reaching themes. The themes often focus on the current trends in the art world. The exhibitions challenge our perspective and stir dialogue with our viewers.

Visit Torpedo Factory online for complete Prospectus and Online Entry.