Fluid Patterns: Water and Climate Change

About the Open Call

We invite artists working in all mediums to submit work for Fluid Patterns, a group exhibition exploring water in the age of climate change. This show examines water as both a vital resource and a force of disruption—through flood, drought, rising seas, and shifting weather. We’re especially interested in how patterns—natural, visual, ephemeral or symbolic—emerge from water’s behavior and our relationship to it. How do we as artists see, feel, or trace these patterns—and what do they reveal? This national open call welcomes work of all media, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, video, and digital art. Artists may enter up to three original works new to the local public for selection. Juried by artists Marta Baumiller and Rainer Gross. Artists can enter up to three [3] submissions of work. Works must be the artist's original design and concept, fit within the theme, and not previously shown at East End Arts Council or the local area. Please view the terms for details including size restrictions. Submissions should include: 1-3 images or video samples, Brief description of proposed work(s), including size, medium, and installation needs, CV or short bio. Submission Fees: First submission = $40 Non-Members / $20 EEAC Members. Additional submissions = $20 Non-Members / $10 EEAC Members. All submissions must be completed in a single transaction. Members must use coupon code sent via email to receive discounted pricing. Contact members@eastendarts.org for assistance. Prizes: Best in Show = $500 cash prize, 1st Place = $250 cash prize, 2nd Place = $150 cash prize, Honorable Mentions. Prize Winners and Honorable Mentions are selected by the Jurors and awarded by East End Arts. Marta Baumiller is an artist, designer and world traveler based on the North Fork of Long Island, New York. Her work has been exhibited at various galleries and institutions. Rainer Gross is an internationally renowned German American artist who has worked in New York City since 1973, moving his studio to Cutchogue in 2017. His paintings have been widely exhibited in museums and galleries throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. Legal Agreement: One [1] submission = 1 piece of work. Artists may submit up to three individual pieces. All 3 submissions must be completed in a single transaction. Artwork must be the original work and concept of the artist. Only original, finished artworks will be considered. Artworks that do not confirm exactly to the submitted example will be rejected. Medium Guidelines: all media are welcome, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, video, and digital art. Size Guidelines: Pieces can be hung or freestanding. 2D work max size 30”x 40”. 3D work max size 30”x 30. Artworks must arrive for installation in pristine condition; those with condition issues will be rejected. Only digital submissions completed through CaFE [www.callforentry.org] will be considered. All 3 submissions must be completed in a single transaction. An image or video file is required in the submission. Submissions that have missing information will be rejected. All submissions should be entered in the same transaction. There is no refund for the rejection of a submission for any reason. Artwork previously shown at either of the East End Arts Council’s Galleries (Located at 133 E. Main St., Riverhead, NY 11901 or 11 W. Main St., Peconic Crossing, Riverhead, NY 11901) will be automatically rejected. Acceptance into this exhibition and any awards given are at the discretion of the jurors and not guaranteed in any way. Delivery/Pick Up: Artists are solely responsible for the delivery and pick-up of selected work to and from the gallery. Please do not enter if you cannot secure delivery/installation of work. All artists must make an appointment to drop-off their work during the designated period. Deliveries should be coordinated to arrive during this time period. Works will not be accepted after deadline, no exceptions. Artist is responsible for all shipping and delivery coordination and fees, in both directions. Any questions or requests should go to gallery@eastendarts.org prior to completing submission. There is no refund for the rejection of a submission for any reason.

What is Offered

Cash prizes for Best in Show ($500), 1st Place ($250), 2nd Place ($150), and Honorable Mentions. Opportunity for exhibition.

Requirements

This national open call welcomes work of all media and is open to applicants age 16 and over. Artwork must be the artist's original design and concept, fit within the theme, and not previously shown at East End Arts Council or local area galleries. 2D work maximum size 30”x 40”, 3D work maximum size 30”x 30. Artworks must arrive for installation in pristine condition. Artists are solely responsible for the delivery and pick-up of selected work to and from the gallery and must make an appointment during the designated period (October 13 – October 24).

How to Apply

Artists can enter up to 3 submissions of work. All submissions must be digital and completed in a single transaction through CaFE (www.callforentry.org). Submissions should include 1-3 images or video samples, a brief description of proposed work(s) including size, medium, and installation needs, and a CV or short bio. Members must use a coupon code for discounted pricing. Any questions should be directed to gallery@eastendarts.org prior to completing the submission.