T.O.W.A.R. and
Gallery 5 in Richmond, VA are once again looking for socially conscious art submissions for their upcoming exhibition & workshop series Repressed III:
In our contemporary landscape, the irony that we find ourselves immersed in offers little remorse. Political constructs promise to act within the best interest of the people that they serve. We trust them to protect us from insufficient leadership and to be more informed than the general public.
But we know better.
To some degree, we remain conscious of corruption lurking just below the surface. Our sense of social altruism becomes hindered by perceived incapacity. But what resources exist for igniting these socioeconomic changes and how do we utilize them?
For many people, the intellectual realm is both exclusive and censorious. In a culture that is driven by consumerist agenda and billboard declaration, what better way to reach the masses than through the visual landscape of public domain? But is there ever a curiosity as to why most public art is illegal? It isn’t just an eyesore to gentrifiers, business & home owner associations, politicians and tourists.
It's a threat.
The ills of society are being reflected upon by a handful of demonstrators, who do so as visual street poets, permeating our cities' public spaces. These visual landmarks become nodes of free thought. Their philosophies are conveyed in passing. When they are censored, something is robbed from our consciousness.
Others spend their time indoors knowing that their passions are being marginalized; yet they still produce work. Their contributions activate the social evolution of humankind. But without opportunity, these voices become faint whispers. They exist only as the dormant catalysts of revolution. This group of disenfranchised artists/activists know that they must not stop creating because, like sharks, movements must be perpetually in motion or they fade away.
We are asking you to participate in this dialogue as witness and/or dissenter.
In collaboration with T.O.W.A.R., Gallery5 will host Repressed 3, a show dedicated to socially conscious works. This event will take place March 7th, 2008 and will be the precursor to a workshop series. Gallery5 is currently seeking workshop proposals, performers, artists, and volunteers.
Repressed III is being held in conjunction with: The 2008 Southern Graphics Council Conference.
Entry Requirements
1.) All works must be submitted for approval by February 4th. After acceptance, works must be on location by February 26. Space is limited, please submit works early.
2.) Works submitted should contribute socially or philosophically to cultural evolution. Historical propaganda artifacts also accepted.
3.) Artists are responsible for transportation of works. Some exceptions may apply.
4.) Both 2D and 3D works will be accepted.
5.) Works must be matted, mounted and/or framed and ready to be hung, unless intended to be wheatpasted.
6.) All works must be properly labeled with name, date, medium and suggested price.
For those with original multiples there is a space to display and sell prints. Gallery5 will take 35% of these sales to benefit its building, Steamer Company no5, Virginia’s oldest Fire Station.
Please put “Repressed” in the subject line of submission emails. gallery5_AT_ gallery5arts.org or info_AT_thereoncewasarebellion.org.
Download the entry packet PDF with submission form
HERE.
Labels: activism, art, event
