Barron F. Black Branch Library wants to commission a canvas painting for the new Teen Zone. The artwork should be fun and relevant to the teenage population. Artists are invited to submit images of past artwork for consideration. The selected artist will work with library staff and the community to develop the design.
• The original one-of-a-kind artwork will hang on a 12’ wide by 10’ high wall. A painting at least 6’ by 5’ is requested.
• Please submit 1) a resume, 2) 4-8 JPEG images of your past work, and 3) an image key with your name, the artwork title, material, and year completed. You may include a design for the painting as one of your JPEG’s.

Send images and/or a design for the painting to marcus.doggett@norfolk.gov by May 1, 2023. Put “painting – your name” in subject line of the email.
Barron F. Black Library Art Call for Artists

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The Library of Virginia will inspire learning, ignite imagination, create possibilities, encourage understanding, and engage Virginia’s past to empower its future. We are proud to announce the Open Call for Entries for the quarterly 2023 First Friday exhibitions- Virginia Stories. Virginia Stories invites you to explore your experiences, observations, communities, and culture. All Virginia artists, regardless of age or skill level, are eligible to enter 1 to 4 original pieces of 2D art and its story (+/-250 words) for consideration. The first review date will be January 31, 2023 but the call remains open through October 15, 2023. Regular Reviews will occur by the Selection Committee.

Please note that unfinished or wet artwork is not eligible for entry and will not be displayed.
Participants are required to have their 2D artwork framed for display with the exception of stretched canvases.
Artwork must be ready to hang with a wire and screw hooks or D-rings for heavier pieces (weight limit 35 lbs.), no sawtooth hangers or other hanging hardware.
Maximum dimensions, including frame, up to 65” width, 60” height. Artists should label all artwork with name, address, and telephone number.

Exhibition Calendar for 2023
Your selected artwork will be assigned to one or more of these exhibition dates. Exhibition receptions will occur from 5 to 8 pm on the following First Fridays.
● March 3, 2023
● June 2, 2023
● August 4, 2023
● December 1, 2023

Call for South Hampton Roads artists 50+

Best in Show award: $250 + a solo exhibition

Entry fee $40 non-members

“Throughout the year, we receive many qualified submissions for artwork to be displayed in our locations in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia. We typically rotate artwork twice annually at each venue, and we seek to exhibit artists whose work is thoughtfully crafted, professionally executed, and those artists whose visions reflect our Tribal Statement. Additionally, we often give preference to large format works and artists who have significantly large bodies of work to exhibit. Busboys and Poets supports the creative economy and celebrates art in its spaces by offering a unique platform for visual artists. Unless otherwise noted, all art is available for purchase, with 100% of the proceeds from the sale of work going directly to the artists.”

Call for VA artists:
Support Portsmouth Public Art is seeking submissions for their H.U.G. Project (Hope/ Understanding/Giving) to create murals featuring thought-provoking views on issues of the day. Budget: $1500-$2250
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