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Shapes of Influence 2023

The intent of this juried exhibition is to showcase the best in contemporary ceramics. The Springfield Art Association’s (SAA) M. G. Nelson Family Gallery offers nearly 1400 square feet of high quality exhibition space in Springfield, Illinois. Cash prizes ($500, $300 and $200) will be awarded. 

Media & Specifications
Contemporary Ceramics, Functional or Sculptural works, including mixed media (at least 50% clay) &/or time-based media related to ceramic processes/clay

Entries
All entries will be accepted online through Call for Entry, CaFE. 
 
Entry Fee
A $35 non-refundable entry fee is required.  Members of the Springfield Art Association pay only $25.
 
Calendar
February 15          Deadline for entries
March 1                 Notification of acceptance
March 18 - 31       Receipt of Work at the SAA
April 7                    Exhibition opens, Opening Reception, 5:30-7:30pm
April 29                  Exhibition closes

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The Enos Park Residency for Visual Artists offers long-term residencies that provide living and studio space and community through which to reflect and engage one’s work. We accept applications from emerging, mid-career, and established artists working in all media, and especially those who emphasize community engagement, social practice, or socially-engaged works.

Full Information

SAA Collective Juried Artist  Applications

Deadline: Every  Nov. 15, Feb 15, and June 15

SAA Collective Juried Artist Members have the opportunity to regularly show their work at SAA Collective have a featured artist’s exhibition at the SAA Collective approximately every three years, participate in juried exhibitions in the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery at a discounted rate when applicable, and participate in art outreach, teaching opportunities, and SAA events as desired.

More Details

​M.G. Nelson Family Gallery  
​Exhibition Proposals

Applications accepted on a rolling basis.

​The Springfield Art Association requests exhibition proposals from artists and curators for the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery exhibition calendar. 
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We are requesting proposals from individual artists and groups in all media.  Each exhibition will span approximately four weeks.  All proposals will be juried and exhibitions will be awarded on merit of work. Individual artists may be paired with other artists for optimal gallery utilization.

Submissions accepted by email at ​director@springfieldart.org.

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