Beautifully Broken
January 13-February 4, 2023

One Entry Fee per Artist: $30 nonmember, $20 member
Submit up to 2 pieces per entry fee
Email images/artist bio and statement to: calc.jury@gmail.com Images must be named by artist last name and entry # or title
Entry Deadline: October 28, 2022
Notification of Acceptance: November 18, 2022

A juried exhibit expressing the creative community's experiences with their observations of imperfection. Whether in our personal life or in dealing with societal issues, seeing the beauty in our own struggles and remaining optimistic in the face of obstacles can help us all explore our human connections. An opportunity to share, enlighten, and connect.

"Maybe everything's gotta break loose and fall apart before we can put it back together again right.” – Margaret McMullan, Sources of Light

Artists may submit up to 2 works (2 jpg images) by email or CD for review.

Images must be high resolution at least 1200 pixels on the longest side.

CDs must be labeled with artist name and titles of work. CD’s will not be returned.

Artist must submit a current artist resume and statement about the works.

Works submitted should be original, from original sources, executed within the last 3 years (artist may apply for exception), and not previously exhibited at CALC. No reproductions.

2-D work must be able to hang from standard gallery rod system. Special installation requirements must be approved in advance of selection. 3-D work must be stable and able to stand on standard pedestals, floor or platforms, or wall hung from gallery rod.

Prizes (minimum of $500 total) will be awarded including Best of Show and in media categories.

Commission of 35% of sale is retained by CALC for sales made during the exhibit.

Carlisle Arts Learning Center reserves the right to refuse any work based on content, poor quality, presentation, or unsuitability.

If accepted, Information for show will be printed exactly as on the original entry form.

All artists will be contacted by Monday, October 31, 2022

Delivery and return of artwork is responsibility of the artist. Shipped work must have prepaid return mailing labels and a $20 handling fee.

Delivery to CALC between Monday, December 12– Monday, December 19, 2022

Proper framing is required – Sturdy and properly wired to support the piece. Inadequate framing could result in the piece being removed from the exhibit. No exposed glass edges.

Gallery wrapped canvases with painted sides are acceptable over 1.25” wide. Cradled panels are also acceptable unframed.