OPEN CALL FOR ART Dusk & Dawn
on view March 2027 in gallery 1
"We are all like the bright moon, we still have our darker side."- Kahlil Gibran:
March is a transformational time of year; we are moving from Winter to Spring. Not only are flowers budding and animals emerging from hibernation, but we, as humans and artists, also move from isolation to socialization. Dusk & Dawn asks artists to reflect on cycles of endings and beginnings, the thresholds between light and darkness, and nature's transitions, capturing the transformational, mysterious, often ambiguous rhythms of the universe.
We encourage you to share your personal interpretations of dusk and dawn, whether literally or psychologically. Delve into natural themes such as the lunar cycle, the ebb and flow of tides, seasonal changes, and the beauty of the golden hour. Reflect on the contrasts between isolation and connection.
We would especially like to see work made during the upcoming winter, our time of recovery, rest, and reflection. The opening will be an equinox celebration as we come together to view the work you made during a time when we generally see less time with one another.
Guidelines and Submission Requirements
All artwork must respond to the theme in some way. The theme can be interpreted in many ways, and we look forward to seeing what it brings to mind for you!
Submissions are for DVAA members only, and there is no submission cost. Not a member? Join today!
We are accepting wall-mounted artwork, free-standing objects, and pedestal based works, as well as video works to be displayed on a monitor in the gallery.
There is a 36” limitation for wall-mounted artwork, with variable dimensions for non-wall-mounted submissions accepted on a case-by-case basis.
All work must be ready to install (framed, wired, ready for pedestal, etc) or have a detailed plan of action for interpretive works.
No more than 3 artworks per submission.
Members are not guaranteed acceptance into this exhibition.
Work will be reviewed and selected by the curatorial subcommittee of the Exhibitions Committee.
Selected works must be dropped off and picked up within the dates specified below.
Important Dates
Application Deadline January 15th, 2027
Artists Notified January 31st, 2027
Exhibition Runs March 3rd - 21st, 2027
Opening Reception March 6th, 2027
Closing Reception March 21st, 2027
Artwork drop off at DVAA by appointment on or before 2/21/27
Artwork pick up at DVAA on March 23rd from 1pm - 6pm unless otherwise arranged in advance at time of acceptance
Any work that is deemed too fragile or difficult to ship will not be listed with
shipping available. DVAA determines what they do and do not feel comfortable
shipping. If an interested buyer lives out of state, DVAA will connect the artist with
Philadelphia art handlers whom the artist can pay to ship the work safely.