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Merry Movie Magic: 

Art inspired by Holiday Cinema

Open Call to Artist

Submission Deadline: November 22nd

Open Call to Artists

Opens: December 4th | 10:00am

Closes: December 23rd | 5:00pm

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Call for Artists: Holiday Season Exhibition – “Merry Movie Magic: 

Art inspired by Holiday Cinema”

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the magic of Holiday movies that have warmed our hearts and homes for generations. We are excited to announce an open call for artists for our upcoming exhibition, “Merry Movie Magic: art inspired by holiday cinema” The exhibition will be on display throughout December at the Conservatory Gallery and during one of our busiest events; Festival of Trees!

Exhibition Description:

“Merry Movie Magic” invites artists to capture the enchanting world of beloved Holiday films through their unique artistic lenses. From the whimsical adventures of “Elf” and the timeless tale of “It’s a Wonderful Life” to the heartwarming charm of “Home Alone” and the magical journey of “The Polar Express,” this exhibition aims to celebrate the stories, characters, and scenes that have become an integral part of our holiday traditions.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Theme: Artwork must be inspired by Holiday movies, capturing the essence, characters, scenes, or emotions of these films.
  • Mediums: All visual art forms are welcome, including painting, drawing, sculpture, digital art, mixed media, and photography. (No AI art will be accepted)
  • Size: Art has to be 16” x 20” or less. 
  • Price: Art has to be priced at $250 or less. 
  • Submission Deadline: Friday, November 22nd
  • Art drop off: Friday, November 29th
  • Submission Format: Artists may submit up to 3 pieces. Digital submissions should include high-resolution images of the artwork, no bigger than 2mb,  and a brief description of each piece.
  • Eligibility: Open to artists of all backgrounds and experience levels.

Exhibition Details:

  • Dates: December 4th – 26th 
  • Venue: Conservatory Gallery
  • Purchase: Patrons can take home the art the same day as purchased
  • Opening Reception: Wednesday, December 4th. 
  • Art pick up: Friday, December 27th.
  • Submission Deadline: November 22nd
  • Additional Information: Selected artists will be notified by Monday, November 25th. There is no entry fee for submissions.

Join us in celebrating the joy and nostalgia of Holiday movies through the power of art. Whether you draw inspiration from the humor, drama, or sheer magic of these films, we welcome your creative interpretations and look forward to showcasing a diverse array of works that capture the spirit of the holiday season.

Embrace the holiday spirit, revisit your favorite Holiday classics, and let your creativity shine in this festive exhibition!

Merry Movie Magic, Art inspired by Holiday Cinema

  • Upload a photo of your submission. Please keep images sized below 1.5 MB. (An easy way to do this is to take a photo of your submission with your phone camera.)
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  • Upload a photo of your submission. Please keep images sized below 1.5 MB. (An easy way to do this is to take a photo of your submission with your phone camera.)
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  • Upload a photo of your submission. Please keep images sized below 1.5 MB. (An easy way to do this is to take a photo of your submission with your phone camera.)
    Accepted file types: jpg, png, pdf, jpeg, Max. file size: 3 MB.
  • I authorize the artwork described above to be shown at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center and for it and any accompanying Press materials to be utilized in promotion of the event and/or for marketing purposes. I agree with the Terms and Conditions of Website Use Agreement. I, the undersigned, hold the exhibition rights to the submission and am duly authorized to submit this artwork for consideration to be exhibited to the public. SBDAC will pay ARTIST for any works sold during the exhibit no later than 2 weeks after the close of the exhibition. The breakdown of funds is as follows: ARTIST will receive 60% of the sales price for any original work sold and SBDAC receives a commission of 40% of the sales price from all sales during the course of the exhibition. I agree with the authorization terms above.
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