Call for Art

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Call for Art: Urban Life: Cities in Art

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Call for Art
Urban Life: Cities in Art
An International Virtual Exhibition
curated by Michael Rose

The excitement of cities and urban spaces has inspired thousands of artists. Gallerist and curator Michael Rose seeks original artworks for a virtual exhibition focused on the continued resonance of urban places in visual art. A competitive juried exhibition presented online, this show will feature a thoughtfully curated selection of exceptional artworks that derive their subjects or inspirations from the city. Cities in Art is part of an ongoing series of popular virtual exhibitions hosted by Rose on his website michaelrosefineart.com.

This show is open to work in all media and styles. Selected artworks will be featured in an online gallery for a minimum one month, and will then be archived and remain available for viewing indefinitely. Several artworks in the show will also be highlighted individually on social media. One artist will receive a future solo virtual feature. All submitted works must be available for sale. Sales will be handled via the artists, who will retain 100% of the proceeds.

To enter, artists must submit their virtual application using JotForm. Applicants must fill out the application in full to be considered.

Eligibility:
This is an international call for art and artists from all backgrounds are welcome to apply. Current members of the Providence Art Club are not eligible for this call.

Specifications:
Each applicant may submit one artwork for consideration for a non-refundable entry fee of $10. Works should be original and no more than four years old. Works in all media and styles that employ urban themes as an element, subject, or inspiration will be considered. Along with their artwork image, artists must submit a full application. All applications must be submitted via Jotform. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Application materials that are emailed to the organizer will not be considered.

Sales:
All submissions must be available for sale, and the retail price must be listed publicly during the exhibition. There will be no commission on sales that result from this show. Collectors will be encouraged to contact artists directly, and should they inquire about a specific work with Michael he will relay them to artists to process sales, with artists retaining 100% of the sale price.

Entry Fee:
$10 per entry. The purpose of this small entry fee is to defray the costs involved in assembling and promoting the exhibition. Should works sell, artists will retain 100% of the sale price. There will be no commission. Please note you must complete the official online application for the show and pay using Paypal to submit your entry. Please make sure your entry is complete before paying. This step cannot be undone. There are no refunds for entry fees. Current members of the Providence Art Club are not eligible for this call.

Deadline:
Friday, May 6 at 11:59pm Eastern Time

Notification:
Accepted artists will be notified via direct email by Monday, May 23, 2022.

Exhibition Dates:
Featured for the month of June 2022 online at www.michaelrosefineart.com. After June, this exhibition will remain available online in Michael’s virtual exhibition archive.

Terms of Entry:
By entering this call, artists agree to all terms of exhibiting and give Michael Rose permission to use their imagery at his sole discretion for this virtual exhibition. Works may be reproduced online, on social media, in print, etc. Artists also agree to promote their participation in this exhibition on their website and social media.

Questions?
Email michael@michaelrosefineart.com with the subject line Cities in Art.

About Michael Rose

Michael is a curator, gallerist, and writer based in the Northeast. Since 2014, Michael has served as the Gallery Manager at the historic Providence Art Club in Providence, Rhode Island, where he oversees a rigorous exhibition schedule spread across three unique gallery spaces. Under his leadership, the Art Club’s galleries have been recognized as Best Art Gallery in Providence in 2019, 2020, and 2021. In addition to his work at the Club, Michael began an online exhibition program at his website www.michaelrosefineart.com in 2020.

He also provides advisory services, teaches, and regularly juries and judges exhibitions and competitions. He has spoken at organizations as varied as the RISD Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Bristol Art Museum, and has taught courses in RISD’s Continuing Education Department. A passionate writer, Michael has published essays and reviews in Big Red & Shiny, Art New England, and his own blog, Fine Art Insights. In 2021, he joined the staff of news website GoLocalProv as their art columnist, producing a weekly feature on visual art throughout the State of Rhode Island.

Michael earned his BA in Art History at Providence College, and his Certificate in Art Appraisal at New York University. A sought-after art professional, Michael has a strong audience in the Northeast, as well as throughout the United States and abroad.

Call for Art - Form and Shape: The Figure in Contemporary Art

Call for Art

Form and Shape: The Figure in Contemporary Art
An International Virtual Exhibition

The figure has provided inspiration for artists for centuries. Gallerist and curator Michael Rose seeks original artworks for a virtual exhibition focused on the continued resonance of the human form in contemporary art. A competitive juried exhibition presented online, this show will feature a thoughtfully curated selection of exceptional artists whose works derive their subjects or inspirations from the figure. Form and Shape is part of an ongoing series of popular virtual exhibitions hosted by Rose on his website michaelrosefineart.com. 

This show is open to work in all media and styles. Selected artworks will be featured in an online gallery for one month, and will then be archived and remain available for viewing. Several artworks in the show will also be promoted individually on social media. One artist will receive a future solo virtual feature. All submitted works must  be available for sale. Sales will be handled via the artists, who will retain 100% of the proceeds. 

To enter, artists must submit their virtual application using EntryThingy. Applicants must fill out the application in full to be considered. 

Eligibility:

Current members of the Providence Art Club are not eligible for this call. 

Specifications: 

Each applicant may submit one artwork for consideration for a non-refundable entry fee of $10. Works should be recent and original. Works in all media and styles that employ the human form as an element or inspiration will be considered. Along with their artwork images, artists must submit a full and detailed application including resume, statement, and description of work to share more about their background and process. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Sales: 

All submissions must be available for sale, and the retail price must be listed publicly during the exhibition. There will be no commission on sales that result from this virtual exhibition. Collectors will be encouraged to contact artists directly, and should they inquire about a specific work with Michael he will relay them to artists to process sales, with artists retaining 100% of the sale price.

Entry Fee: 

$10 per entry. The purpose of this small entry fee is to defray the costs involved in assembling and promoting the exhibition. Should works sell, artists will retain 100% of the sale price. There will be no commission. Please note you must complete the official EntryThingy application for the show and pay using Paypal to submit your entry. Please make sure your entry is complete before paying. This step cannot be undone. There are no refunds for entry fees. Current members of the Providence Art Club are not eligible for this call

Deadline: 

Sunday, October 17 at 11:59pm Eastern Time

Notification: 

Accepted artists will be notified via direct email by Tuesday, October 26, 2021.

Exhibition Dates: 

Featured for the month of November, 2021 online at www.michaelrosefineart.com. After November, this exhibition will remain available online in Michael’s virtual exhibition archive.

Terms of Entry: 

By entering this call, artists agree to all terms of exhibiting and give Michael Rose permission to use their imagery at his sole discretion for this virtual exhibition. Works may be reproduced online, on social media, in print, etc. Artists also agree to promote their participation in this exhibition on their website and social media. 

Questions? 

Email michael@michaelrosefineart.com with the subject line Form and Shape.

About Michael Rose 

Michael is a curator, gallerist, and writer based in the Northeast. Since 2014, Michael has served as the Gallery Manager at the historic Providence Art Club in Providence, Rhode Island, where he oversees a rigorous exhibition schedule spread across three unique gallery spaces. Under his leadership, the Art Club’s galleries have received coveted Best of RI Awards in 2019, 2020, and 2021 for Best Gallery in Providence. 

In addition to his work at the Club, Michael provides independent advisory services and appraisals, teaches classes on art history and art business, and regularly juries and judges exhibitions and competitions. He has spoken at organizations as varied as the RISD Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Bristol Art Museum, and has taught courses in RISD’s Continuing Education Department. A passionate writer, Michael has published essays and reviews in Big Red & Shiny, Art New England, and his own blog, Fine Art Insights. In 2021, he joined the staff of local news website GoLocalProv as their art columnist, producing a weekly feature on visual art throughout the State of Rhode Island. 

Michael earned his BA in Art History at Providence College, and his Certificate in Art Appraisal at New York University. A sought-after art professional, Michael has a strong audience in the Northeast, as well as throughout the United States and abroad.

Call for Art: 21 Artists to Follow in 2021

In 2020, I was fortunate to host two exciting online exhibitions: my Social Distancing Virtual Exhibition and my 31 Under 30 Exhibition of emerging artists. These shows allowed me to use my platform to share the work of exciting artists in formats that were more accessible for both entry and viewing than the average juried exhibition. In 2021 I would like to continue curating virtual exhibitions, and the first show I’m working on will be a selection of 21 Artists to Follow in 2021. The full call for this show is below. If you know an artist who might be interested to apply, please pass this page along!

-Michael

Please note that the deadline for this call has now passed. Applications are closed.

Call for Art
21 Artists to Follow in 2021
An International Virtual Exhibition
Curated by Michael Rose
www.michaelrosefineart.com

Gallerist and curator Michael Rose seeks original artworks for a special virtual exhibition featuring twenty-one of the most exciting artists to follow in 2021. With the continued postponement and cancellation of so many physical exhibitions over the last year, it has never been more important to highlight the online presence of talented artists. This competitive, juried virtual exhibition will feature a thoughtfully curated selection of exceptional artists working in a diverse range of styles, themes, and disciplines.

This show is open to work in all media produced by artists of all backgrounds. Twenty-one artworks by twenty-one different artists will be chosen for exhibition. Selected artworks will be featured in a gallery on Michael’s website for three months, and will also be highlighted individually on his social media channels. One artist will receive a future solo virtual feature. All submitted works should be available for sale. Sales will be handled via the artists, who will retain 100% of the proceeds.

To enter, artists must submit their virtual application using EntryThingy. Applicants must fill out the application in full to be considered.

Specifications:
Each applicant may submit up to two artworks for consideration for a fee of $9. Works should be recent and original. Works in all media, styles, and themes will be considered. Along with their artwork images, artists must submit a full and detailed application including resume, statement, and description of work to share more about their background and process. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Sales:
All submissions must be available for sale, and the retail price must be listed publicly during the exhibition. There will be no commission on sales that result from this virtual exhibition. Collectors will be encouraged to contact artists directly, and should they inquire about a specific work with Michael he will relay them to artists to process sales, with artists retaining 100% of the sale price.

Entry Fee:
$9 for up to two artworks. The purpose of this small entry fee is to defray the costs involved in assembling and promoting the exhibition. Should works sell, artists will retain 100% of the sale price. There will be no commission. Please note you must complete the official EntryThingy application for the show and pay using Paypal to submit your entry. Please make sure your entry is complete before paying. This step cannot be undone. There are no refunds for entry fees.

Deadline:
Sunday, February 28 at 11:59pm

Notification:
Accepted artists will be notified via direct email by Wednesday, March 3, 2021.

Exhibition Dates:
March 8 -  May 31 online at www.michaelrosefineart.com

Terms of Entry:
By entering this call, artists agree to all terms of exhibiting and give Michael Rose permission to use their imagery at his sole discretion for this virtual exhibition. Works may be reproduced online, on social media, in print, etc. Artists also agree to promote their participation in this exhibition on their website and social media.

Questions?
Email michael@michaelrosefineart.com with the subject line “21 Artists to Follow in 2021”

About Michael Rose
Michael is an art historian, gallerist, and appraiser based in New England. Since 2014, Michael has served as the Gallery Manager at the historic Providence Art Club, where he oversees a rigorous exhibition schedule spread across three unique gallery spaces. In addition to his work at the Club, Michael provides independent advisory services and appraisals, teaches classes on art history and art business, and regularly juries and judges exhibitions and competitions. He has spoken at organizations as varied as the RISD Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Bristol Art Museum, and has taught courses in RISD’s Continuing Education Department. A passionate writer, Michael has published essays and reviews in Big Red & Shiny, Art New England, and his own blog, Fine Art Insights. Michael earned his BA in Art History at Providence College, and his Certificate in Art Appraisal at New York University. A sought-after art professional, Michael has a strong audience in the Northeast, as well as throughout the United States and abroad.

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Call For Art: 30 Under 30

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Call For Art
30 Under 30: Emerging Artists in The United States

A Virtual Exhibition by Michael Rose Fine Art

Gallerist Michael Rose seeks emerging artists for a special virtual exhibition celebrating exciting works by young artists. This show is open to work in any media produced by artists of all backgrounds living and working throughout the United States. Applicants should be aged 29 or younger as of October 1, 2020. Thirty works will be selected. Each selected artwork will be featured in a gallery on Michael’s website, and will also be highlighted individually on his social media channels. One artist will receive a future solo virtual feature. All submitted works should be available for sale. Should works sell, artists will retain 100% of the proceeds. Read the full call for art, and apply via EntryThingy.

Specifications:
Each applicant may submit up to three artworks for $8. Works should be recent and original. Works in all media, styles, and themes will be considered. Along with their artwork images, artists are welcome to submit a resume, statement, and description of work to share more about their background and process.

Sales:
All submissions must be available for sale, and the retail price must be listed publicly during the exhibition. Should collectors inquire, Michael will relay them to artists to process sales, with artists retaining 100% of the sale price.

Entry Fee:
$8 for up to three artworks. The purpose of this small entry fee is to defray the costs involved in assembling and promoting the exhibition. Should works sell, artists will retain 100% of the sale price. There will be no commission. Please note you must pay using Paypal to submit your entry. Please make sure your entry is complete before paying. This step cannot be undone. There are no refunds for entry fees.

Deadline (EXTENDED):
Friday, July 24, 2020 (by midnight)

Notification:
Accepted artists will be notified via email by Sunday, July 26, 2020.

Exhibition Dates:
Saturday, August 1 – Wednesday, September 30 online at www.michaelrosefineart.com

Terms of Entry:
By entering this call, artists give Michael Rose permission to use their imagery at his sole discretion for this virtual exhibition. Works may be reproduced online, on social media, in print, etc.

Questions?
Email michael@michaelrosefineart.com with the subject line “30 Under 30”

About Michael Rose
Michael is an art historian, gallerist, and appraiser based in New England. Since 2014, Michael has served as the Gallery Manager at the historic Providence Art Club, where he oversees a rigorous exhibition schedule spread across three unique gallery spaces. In addition to his work at the Club, Michael provides independent advisory services and appraisals, teaching services, and has juried numerous exhibitions. He has spoken at organizations as varied as the RISD Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Bristol Art Museum, taught longer form courses in RISD’s Continuing Education Department, and published essays and reviews in Big Red & Shiny, Art New England, and others. Michael earned his BA in Art History at Providence College, and his Certificate in Art Appraisal at New York University. A sought-after art professional, Michael has a strong audience in the Northeast, as well as throughout the United States and abroad.

 

Call for Art: Social Distancing Virtual Exhibition

Before the world changed so much, I was scheduled to jury three exhibitions, all of which have now been postponed or rescheduled. Realizing that so many artists are seeing their exhibitions disrupted due to current events, I wanted to organize an opportunity for a juried selection of artists to share their work. So, I will be hosting my first virtual exhibition here on my website! I have included the call for entry below. If you’re an artist, I hope you’ll consider applying. If you’re interested in art, I hope you’ll pass this opportunity along to artists you know and follow along to see the final show.

-Michael

Call For Art:
Michael Rose Fine Art
Social Distancing Virtual Exhibition

Overview:
In light of the many postponements and cancellations occurring throughout the visual arts community, gallerist Michael Rose seeks artists to feature in a juried virtual exhibition. The show will be featured on Michael’s website www.michaelrosefineart.com, which reaches a diverse international audience of artists and art collectors. Artists working in all media are encouraged to apply. There is no fee to apply and twenty five featured artists will be selected. Michael will select artists based on works shared on their website and online presence, and will write an overview statement to accompany the show.

Eligibility:
Artists of all backgrounds working in all media are welcome. Artists must have both an active website and an Instagram page to apply. Selected artists’ websites and Instagrams will be linked to the exhibition page, which will encourage visitors to explore more of the artists’ work.

Application Fee:
This a free call for entry. There is no fee to apply.

Application Deadline:
This Call is Now Closed.

Monday, April 13 by 11:59pm Eastern Standard Time. Selected artists will be notified by May 1.

Exhibition Dates:
Selected artworks will be featured on michaelrosefineart.com for at least one month beginning on or after May 1. Select artists may also be featured in posts on Michael’s blog.

To Apply:
To submit, interested artists must fill out a quick Google Form application available here. The form must be completed in full in order to be considered.

Terms:
By applying, artists agree to allow Michael Rose to utilize images of their work in materials related to the exhibition including but not limited to digital and print reproduction.

Questions?
Please email Michael any questions about this opportunity. He will make every effort to reply in a timely manner. Thanks for your interest!

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Upcoming Projects, Winter 2020

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I am excited to share details of some projects I will be working on this winter (and spring). In addition to jurying and judging a number of shows and awards, I will also be teaching several classes. Please read on for the full details and contact me with any questions. - Michael

Speaking and Teaching

History of Printmaking at Providence Art Club
Wednesdays, January 8 - March 11
5-7pm
$100 for Providence Art Club Members and their Guests

From artists like Durer and Rembrandt to Eliza Gardiner and Grace Albee, printmakers have contributed much to the history of art. Through lectures and discussions this class will explore prints executed in a wide range of techniques from etching and engraving to monotypes and screenprints. We will also discuss the market for prints and the ways contemporary artists are utilizing printmaking in their practices.

Providence Art Club Members should register by emailing Angel Dean.

Artist’s Statement Writing at RISD
Thursday, January 16
6:30pm - 9:30pm
$85

Writing about your art can be a challenge; it is the last thing many artists want to write. In this workshop, you'll develop the strategies and tools necessary to write a compelling and accessible artist's statement, traditionally used for exhibition purposes, grant and teaching applications, and fellowships. By encouraging you to consider the motivations and methods behind your work, this course will make it possible for you to use prose to support and explain your art for a broad range of viewers and readers. By also considering your story as an artist (your biography) you'll be able to paint a complete picture of yourself and integrate this into the how and why of your process for a more complete description of you and your work. By the end of the workshop, you'll have fresh ideas and a rough outline of your own powerful and effective artist's statement.

Register for this class by clicking here.

Art Collecting at Dartmouth Cultural Center
Saturday, February 22
10:00am - 2:00pm
$50 Members | $55 Non-Members

Navigating the market for art can be complicated and confusing. This class will focus on sharing resources for finding art that fits your taste and budget locally and further afield. Michael will cover the pros and cons of working directly with artists or purchasing work through galleries, art associations, or even in second-hand venues like consignment shops. Online venues such as Saachi Art or even Ebay will be discussed. Questions are welcome.

To register for this workshop click here.

Social Media for Artists at Dartmouth Cultural Center
Saturday, March 14
10:00am - 2:00pm
$50 Members | $55 Non-Members

Social media is an important tool all artists can use to share their work to a broader audience and to reach new potential collectors. This class will focus on aiding artists to learn the basics of utilizing key platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and LinkedIn to share & promote their work. Questions are welcome.

To register for this workshop click here.

Featured Speaker, Bunny Fain Memorial Lecture Series
Date To Be Announced

As part of a series of lectures to be given in memory of the great Rhode Island arts patron Bunny Fain this spring, I have been invited to give a talk on the current state of the art market. This program will likely take place in May or June. More details to follow.

Jurying and Judging

Juror, Rhode Island Scholastic Art Awards

I’m thrilled to be returning as a panelist on the jury for the Rhode Island Scholastic Art Awards. This important program highlights the work being done by talented high school students throughout the state and around the country. This will be my second year serving as a juror.

Juror, Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards

This year I am very pleased to also be serving as a juror for the Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. Students compete for prizes within their state of residence and once top honors are chosen, select students will also be recognized at the national level. I thank the Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards organizers for inviting me.

Awards Judge for Fakes and Forgeries Exhibition at Spring Bull Gallery, Newport
Exhibition on view January 18 - February 28, 2020
Submissions Due January 11, 12, 15, and 16
To apply please see Spring Bull’s Call for Entry

I was thrilled to be invited by Spring Bull Gallery in Newport to be the Awards Judge for their Fakes and Forgeries Exhibition in January. This show invites artists to interpret famous art historical works. I’m always interested in seeing how living artists reflect on works of the past so I very much look forward to being part of this show.

Juror for Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly Regional Exhibition
Exhibition to be held May, 2020
To learn more, visit WesterlyArts.com

Later this spring I will serve as the juror for the popular Regional Exhibition at the Artists’ Cooperative Gallery of Westerly. This show draws hundreds of applicants from throughout Southern New England and I look forward to seeing pieces by talented regional artists.

Questions?

Again, for more information about any of these projects or to inquire about booking me for future activities, please feel free to shoot me a note. I would be happy to hear from you!

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Call for Art: Ten Emerging Artists to Watch

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I have been the Art Editor of Boston Accent Lit, a small online literary journal, since it was founded in 2016. Over the last nearly two years we have published the work of many talented emerging artists, so in honor of our forthcoming two-year anniversary we are hosting a competition to highlight ten young artists worthy of special recognition. The full call for art for Boston Accent Lit's Ten Emerging Artists to Watch 2018 is below and is also available on the Boston Accent site. If you know of an artist who might be interested to apply, please share this call with them!

Call for Art:
Boston Accent Lit’s Ten Emerging Artists to Watch 2018

Boston Accent Lit, a Boston-based literary journal, seeks submissions from emerging artists from throughout the United States for Ten Emerging Artists to Watch 2018. Visual artists working in all media are welcome to submit their recent work for consideration. This competition will be juried by Boston Accent Lit's Art Editor Michael Rose. Submissions are due by January 31, 2018.

About Boston Accent Lit:
Based in Boston, MA and founded in February 2016 by Sarah A. O'Brien, Boston Accent Lit aims to showcase work that is daring and innovative, as well as providing a platform for underrepresented voices. The primary goal of Boston Accent Lit is to publish quality work by both emerging and established artists. Boston Accent publishes six issues per year in a digital format, which enables us to be accessible to readers, writers, and artists worldwide. It also will publish digital chapbooks, beginning in 2018.

About the Juror:
Michael Rose joined Boston Accent Lit as its founding Art Editor in 2016. Michael is an art historian, gallerist, and advisor based in Southern New England. He has served as Gallery Manager at the Providence Art Club, one of the nation's oldest arts organizations, since 2014. Michael earned his BA in Art History from Providence College and his Certificate in Appraisal Studies in Fine and Decorative Arts from New York University. He has completed additional coursework at the Rhode Island School of Design and was a member of the Fall 2017 cohort of Practice//Practice, AS220's national professional development program for arts administrators. You can learn more about Michael at his website michaelrosefineart.com.

Competition Rules:

  • Artists must be based in the United States.

  • Submitters must be no more than 30 years old as of January 30, 2018.

  • Artists over 30 will be considered if they have not been previously published.

  • Each artist may submit up to five works for consideration.

  • Artists may also include a short statement and a biography or CV.

  • All work must be original and the product of the applicant.

  • The juror reserves the right to personally invite individual artists or those previously published in Boston Accent Lit to apply for this competition.

Ten Emerging Artists to Watch 2018 will be published in Boston Accent Lit's February 2018 Anniversary Issue. This Issue marks two years since the founding of the publication. Ten Emerging Artists to Watch will be accompanied by an essay by Michael Rose and will feature works by selected artists along with their information.

How to Submit:
To submit, please send your materials to bostonaccentlit@gmail.com under the heading “10 to Watch” with your last name in the subject line. All submissions will be considered. Submissions are due by January 30, 2018.

Contact:
For questions about submitting please contact bostonaccentlit@gmail.com, or to speak with Michael directly, please reach out to him at michael@michaelrosefineart.com.