Inspirational - An Artist & Maker Exhibition

Deadline: 31/08/2022

City: Leeds  |  Region: West Yorkshire  |  Country: United Kingdom  |  Natasha Harris

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Leeds Black Art, Charity & Enterprise Festival culminates with 'Inspirational – An Artist & Maker Exhibition'. There will be a rich eclectic mix of vibrant curated works - decorative and functional to adorn buyers and their homes.

This inclusive exhibition invites artists and makers of all races and abilities to submit work that pays tribute to African and Caribbean culture, heritage and history – past, present and future. 

The exhibition includes the works of exhibitors from the showcase Black Artisans – 'You Are Not Alone' who have been tasked with a special brief of creating art pieces that take influence from African & Caribbean Art techniques and processes. 

This exhibition sets out to: raise funds for future projects and space for an arts and events centre, and to support artists and makers to sell their work. 

EXHIBITION DETAILS:

Open call for artists, designers and makers to participate in: 'Inspirational – An Artist & Maker Exhibition' | Sunday October 2 | 11am-4pm   
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: 

Round 1: Wednesday 24th August  

Round 2: Wednesday 31st August   

BRIEF:

To submit work that pays tribute to African and Caribbean culture, heritage and history – past, present and future. 

MATERIALS/MEDIA: 

Paper Mache | Porcelain | Ceramics | Textiles | Wire | Wood | Concrete | Metal | Repurposed Materials 

Work submitted can be created in any material/media and be functional, decorative, interpretational etc… it's up to you. 

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SUBMIT & SELL WORK: 

1 artwork = £5 | Up to 5 artworks = £10 | 6-10 artworks = £15 | 11-15 artworks = £20 

*No charge incurred for reprints of original submission. 

COMMISSION ON EACH ARTWORK SOLD AT EXHIBITION:  

25%  

WHEN SUBMITTING WORK, PLEASE INCLUDE: 

Artwork/s size and synopsis of work and inspiration. 

List sale price including 25% commission or state if work is solely for exhibition purposes. 

The majority of work will be displayed on tables. Work should be freestanding or if support is needed, please supply an easel, display stand or rail.   

£2 - Visitor Day Pass - Sunday - from 11AM - 4PM

£3 - Visitor Weekend Pass (Saturday & Sunday) - 11AM - 4PM

https://buytickets.at/oobbaaakathestallsleeds/733042

 

Contact the curator
Is there a private view / opening?
No
What are the exhibition opening hours?
11am-4pm
Does the location have disabled access?
Yes
Do I need to be present?
Only to drop work off and collect work should your ware/s not sell. Work can be dropped off on Saturday 1 October from 12.30pm - 3.30pm or on the exhibition day Sunday 2 October from 9.30am-10.30pm.
When will I be paid for sold art work?
Within 7 working days after the event via cheque or bank transfer.
What happens if I don't collect my work at the end of the exhibition day?
We will donate wares to a worthy local charity.

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