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Muscarelle Museum Invites Artists for Water-Themed Exhibition

Celebrating Virginia's relationship with water through artistic expressions in the upcoming exhibition at Muscarelle Museum.

News Summary

The Muscarelle Museum of Art is calling on Virginia artists to submit their work for a juried exhibition titled ‘Water in the Commonwealth,’ running from November 14 to February 15. This exhibition seeks to highlight the theme of water through diverse artistic interpretations. With a total prize pool of $10,000 for the top three artists, submissions are open until August 1 and can include various art forms. The event promises to celebrate Virginia’s cultural and environmental relationship with water, providing a platform for local talent.

williamsburg – The Muscarelle Museum of Art is inviting Virginia artists to participate in a juried exhibition titled “Water in the Commonwealth,” taking place from November 14 to February 15. This exhibition, co-sponsored by the Muscarelle Museum and the Department of Art & Art History at William & Mary, encourages local talent to explore the diverse and significant theme of water in Virginia.

Artists must be Virginia residents aged 18 and older to be eligible for submission. However, individuals employed by the museum or teaching faculty at William & Mary are excluded from participation. The entry process can be completed through a free online portal, making it accessible for artists across the state.

The total prize money for selected works in the exhibition amounts to $10,000, which will be distributed among the top three artists with $5,000 awarded for first place, $3,000 for second place, and $2,000 for third place. This financial incentive aims to encourage quality submissions and recognize the hard work of local artists.

Artwork can be submitted in various forms, including textiles, ceramics, photography, video, painting, drawing, and collage. All submissions must be original works that specifically address the theme of “water in Virginia.” Artists are encouraged to interpret this theme broadly, allowing for diverse portrayals that could include swimming pools, streams, lakes, oceans, or even something as simple as mud puddles.

The deadline for submitting entries is August 1 at midnight. Following the submission period, selected works will be displayed in the Muscarelle Museum during the exhibition period, generating exciting opportunities for local artists to showcase their talent to the community and visitors alike.

The exhibition will run for a duration of three months, culminating in a celebration of the role water plays within the Virginia landscape and its impact on the state’s culture and environment. The Muscarelle Museum has a history of promoting artistic expression and is committed to supporting regional artists through collaborative efforts with the Department of Art & Art History at William & Mary.

For further information regarding submission guidelines, eligibility, and details about the upcoming exhibition, interested parties can visit the Muscarelle Museum’s official website. This event marks a significant opportunity for Virginia artists to connect with the community, celebrate the importance of water, and potentially earn recognition and monetary prizes for their artistic endeavors.