Sonoma, CA – The Arts Guild of Sonoma is thrilled to announce its upcoming juried show, Past-Present-Future, scheduled for January 2025. This eagerly anticipated exhibition invites 2D and 3D artists to explore the theme of time through their creative expressions. Artists are encouraged to delve into the continuum of time, interpreting the past, present, and future through their unique perspectives. From nostalgic reflections to contemporary commentary and visionary glimpses ahead, Past-Present-Future seeks to showcase the diverse interpretations of time across various artistic mediums. Emerging 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply from the eight counties including; Sonoma, Marin, Solano, Alameda, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Mendocino, and Napa counties may enter. The Arts Guild of Sonoma welcomes submissions of original works from sculptors, ceramicists, photographers, print artists, and artists working in mixed media, oil, watercolor, and pastel. All artwork must be under 25 pounds including framing or base and must be atleast 12" x12" and a maximum of 28" x 28". All 2D work must have a wire hanger, no sawtooth hangers will be accepted. All Sculpture or Ceramics must be stable or have a base. Art must be priced at a min. of $300 per piece, and the Gallery Split is 35% to the Gallery and 65% to the artist. A fee of $40 allows for two pieces to be submitted for considersation. The works will be judged by three highly respected curators including Linda Keaton, Sonoma Museum of Art's Executive Director and Chief curator, as well as esteemed San Francisco's Greg Lejnieks and Amy Nelder of Chole Gallery SF.
Awards: First Prize: $500
Honorable Mention: $100
Honorable Mention: $100
Dates to Watch:
Thursday, August 15, 2024: Artists - Watch for the OPEN CALL to artists link on artcall.org
Friday, November 15, 2024: Deadline for Artist’s to submit applications for the show
Friday, November 29th: Finalists selected by Jurors
Sunday, December 15th: Notification by email to Artist's of selected Artwork
December 29, 2024- Artist’s must deliver in person to the Arts Guild of Sonoma between 11am and 3pm
Thursday, January 2nd , 2025: The Arts Guild will hold an Artist’s Reception, coinciding with First Thursday - Art Walk (5:00pm-7:00pm)
Saturday, January 18th , 2025: The Arts Guild will hold an additional Artist’s Reception-(5:00pm-7:00pm)
Tuesday, January 28th: ALL Artists must pick up their works January 28th: Artwork Pick-up 11:00am-3:00pm.
About the Arts Guild of Sonoma: The Arts Guild of Sonoma is a vibrant community of Sonoma area artists and art enthusiasts dedicated to promoting the visual arts in Sonoma and beyond. Through exhibitions and collaborative events, the Guild fosters creativity, innovation, and connnection between local artists and both visiting and local art lovers. This year the Arts Guild of Sonoma celebrates 47 years as a prestigious art gallery in Sonoma and one of the longest-running artists’ cooperatives in California. The Arts Guild of Sonoma is a nonprofit organization and was founded to exhibit and advance the creative efforts of local and Bay Area artists and to promote in its members the highest standards of artistic expression and professionalism. The Guild features original paintings, sculpture, woodworking, ceramics, jewelry, art reproductions, and greeting cards. The Arts Guild of Sonoma provides ongoing support of local and regional artists and arts education. The Guild sponsors a range of programs to feature the works of new, aspiring, as well as experienced artists. The Arts Guild of Sonoma is a 501(c)(3)California Public Benefit Corporation.
For more information on how to submit artwork and participate in the Past-Present-Future; show, please visit [Website Link]. For further questions, please contact Tricia O’Brien tobcaters@gmail.com. Please do not contact the gallery. Thank you!
Tricia O'Brien tobcaters@gmail.com for any questions or concerns.
