Transformed

About the Open Call

Introducing Transformed: Transformed is a thought-provoking art exhibition that explores the beauty and potential of repurposed materials, showcasing the ingenuity of artists who breathe new life into the discarded and forgotten. Through a series of sculptural works, installations, and mixed media pieces, this exhibition invites visitors to reconsider the objects that surround us, things we often overlook or cast aside and reframe them as sources of inspiration, narrative, and artistic expression. From industrial scraps to everyday household items, each artwork in Transformed is a testament to the idea that art doesn’t always come from new materials, but from reimagining what already exists. The exhibition features works that take seemingly mundane, used, and unwanted objects, such as old tools, broken electronics, recycled fabrics, and even trash, and repurpose them into stunning, thought-provoking compositions. Each piece in the show highlights the power of creativity to not only alter the physical form of these materials but to also shift their cultural and emotional significance. In Transformed, the artists challenge us to think about sustainability, consumption, and waste in a world increasingly aware of its environmental footprint. The works in this exhibition reflect a commitment to the belief that through art, something as simple as a discarded object can tell a new, rich story, providing insight into the connections we have with the objects we use and the lives they have lived before finding their way into the artist’s hands. This exhibition is a celebration of resourcefulness, creativity, and the ever-present potential for renewal in our fast-paced, throwaway culture. As you walk through the gallery, you’ll discover how objects once considered obsolete or meaningless can be transformed into pieces of art that speak to our collective past, present, and future. All original 2D or 3D work following entry guidelines will be considered. Works selected by the juror will be exhibited in MFA’s Circle Gallery from October 31 – November 22, 2025. Juror: Jaynie Crimmins, a New York City based paper sculptor and artist, creates alternative narratives by recycling quotidian materials. Her work has been widely exhibited internationally and nationally. Awards: Awards designated by the juror total $1,000. Exhibition Schedule: Online Entry Opens Jun 17. Entry Deadline Sep 3 @ 11:59 PM. Notification Oct 2 @ 5 PM. Accepted and Shipped Work Must Arrive Oct 21 – 25. Exhibition Opens Oct 31. Virtual Awards Ceremony Nov 2 from 4 – 5 PM via Zoom. Last Day of the Exhibition & Closing Reception Nov 22. Pick-up Hand-Delivered Work Nov 23 – 24. Shipped Work Will Be Sent Dec 4. Delivery: Work must arrive on scheduled dates and conform to size limitations and General Guidelines. Shipped work requires a bar-coded shipping label and prefers UPS/FedEx (no USPS or peanuts). Pickup and Storage: Work may not be removed early. Late pickups incur a $10/piece/week fine; work left over two weeks becomes MFA property. Liability: All work submitted is at the artist’s risk; MFA is not liable for damage or theft. Sales: All work must be for sale. Artists retain 70% of sales (75% for MFA Members); MFA retains 30% commission (25% for MFA Members). MFA handles sales tax. Sold artwork can be retained until exhibit ends, or shipped by MFA with costs collected from buyer. MFA asks for 20% donation from direct referral sales within three months.

What is Offered

Exhibition in MFA’s Circle Gallery, Juror-designated awards totaling $1,000.

Requirements

All original 2D or 3D work will be considered. Works must follow entry guidelines, be delivered on scheduled dates, conform to size limitations, and adhere to MFA’s General Guidelines. Shipped work must include a bar-coded shipping label (UPS/FedEx preferred). All work entered must be for sale.

How to Apply

Online entry for submissions opens June 17. Refer to the downloadable prospectus for full entry guidelines and application details.