ARTIST CALL

BLKFWD // AFROFUTURISM x THE BLACK IMAGINATION • VOL 1

A FORWARD VISION OF BLACK THOUGHT AND CREATIVITY, DEMONSTRATED THROUGH ART, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, IN CELEBRATION OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH.

SHOW DESCRIPTION

In the spirit of Black architects and inventors of ancient and present civilizations, the Black Imagination offers a vision of the Afrocentric future. A future influenced in Black culture, experiences, diversity, and pride. A future powered by science, technology, community, and the arts. This exhibition explores the imagination and a vision of what the future could be -- through a Black lens. #BLKFWD

ELIGIBILITY

This is a juried show in celebration of Black History Month, February 2023. All artists are welcomed to apply. Submitted works must be related to the show theme. Rarely displayed or new artwork is encouraged. Priority placement will be given to members of 21 Dreams Arts & Culture and current students of Alabama State University Department of Visual Arts. No size restrictions. All original paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media or sculptures. Artwork must be on stretched canvas, matted or framed and properly wired for hanging.

APPLICATION

To apply, visit us http://artistcall.21dreamsmgm.org and complete the online form. Be prepared to upload your resume or biography and up to five images of your work, which you would like to submit for the show. There is no entry fee.

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SUBMISSION DEADLINE :: 17 JANUARY 2023

FINALISTS ANNOUNCED :: 20 FEBRUARY 2023

OPENING RECEPTION :: 4 FEBRUARY 2023

HASHTAG :: #BLKFWD

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