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The J's Open Exhibition

Calling All Artists: The J’s Open Exhibition

December 2, 2024 – January 21, 2025
Bodzin Art Gallery, Pozez JCC of Northern Virginia 

The J is seeking fine art and craft to display during our Open Exhibition! All artists affiliated with the J (members, staff, guests) are encouraged to apply.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

  • Submit up to three (3) artworks for consideration
  • All artworks must be ready to hang (framed and wired, under 25lbs) or 3D works no larger than 2’W/2’H/1’D to be displayed in glass showcases
  • Artworks must be for sale with pricing not to exceed $1,000
  • The theme and/or subject matter must be appropriate for young children (no violence, illicit substances, nudity, politics, etc.)
  • The $18 submission fee must be paid by the deadline (November 24, 2024)
  • Each item selected for the exhibit must be delivered with identification noting: artist’s name, title, medium, price
  • Your participation includes permission for the J to photograph the exhibition for publicity or educational purposes and the photographs will remain the property of the J
  • The J takes a 30% commission of art sales. Artists receive a check for 70% of sales within four weeks of conclusion of the exhibition
  • Sold artworks may be picked up by the buyer on or within one week of January 21, 2025. No exceptions.
  • You will be responsible for removing and packing your artwork at the conclusion of the exhibition

DATES AND DEADLINES:

Application Deadline: November 24, 2024
Notification of participation: November 25, 2024 (via email)
Artwork delivery date: December 2, 2019 – between 8:30am and noon
Artwork pickup date: January 21, 2025 – between 9am and 6pm – Please bring wrapping materials at pick up

Questions? Email Bodzin Art Gallery Curator, Sarah Berry at Sarah.Berry@theJ.org.

TO APPLY: Click here to complete registration. You will receive an email with submission instructions.

PAYMENT DUE AT TIME OF APPLICATION: $18 payable to Pozez JCC via online submission, or pay by phone by calling the J’s Guest Services Desk at 703.323.0880.