EXHIBITION DETAILS
Summer is a time of many things - hot weather, cool drinks, and all the fun that lies in between. It's a time for enjoying bright and sunny days and the occasional afternoon thundershower or muggy evening when lightning bugs gather. Whether you find respite in the shade of a favorite tree or prefer to take a boat ride on a river or lake, summer offers something for everyone. Sweet tea, Coke, RC, and ice cream are just a few refreshing beverages and cold snacks we enjoy during this season, along with celebrations like the 4th of July, Memorial Day, and the promise of college football as Labor Day approaches.
But summer isn't just about fun and games—it's also a time for building close relationships, taking vacations, and getting away from it all. Whether you prefer an easygoing stroll along a greenway or a drive on winding country roads, there's always something to explore and enjoy this time of year. Even in the hustle and bustle of the city, summer provides a unique perspective on our hometowns and the world around us.
So, whether you're a winter, autumn, or spring fan, it's hard to deny the many delights of Summertime. From the heat and long days to the memories we create, this season always offers something special. Here is your opportunity to express what it means to you!
Showcase Your Art!
All current and new members of RAA are encouraged to apply for entry in this Open Call.
* This exhibit is open to all media, including 2D and 3D, time-based, poetry and prose, performance, and spoken word, and any new media, including digital art, computer graphics, animation, sound art, interactive art, video games, 3D-printed sculptures, internet art, and robotics.
* Only one submission of up to three artworks will be accepted for jurying purposes. RAA Membership is required; each applicant will have one to three works from their submission selected for display. Substitutions will not be accepted. To join RAA, visit Rutherford Arts Alliance.
The exposition will be displayed in the MTSU Department of Art and Design's Todd Art Gallery (TAG). The gallery is on the Middle Tennessee State University campus, with driving directions: 1512 Military Memorial, Murfreesboro, TN 37132-0025.
Who is eligible to participate? Both existing and new Rutherford Arts Alliance members are welcome to participate.
How long does it take to complete the submission process? It typically takes around 10 to 15 minutes to finish.
Scheduled Monday, July 8 – Tuesday, July 23, 2024, gallery staff and RAA members will install the art on July 1 – 6, minus Independence Day, with an Artists' Awards Reception at 5:30 p.m., July 8.
Artwork for artist pickup is July 24 – 27 from Todd Art Gallery.
To apply, you must
* Complete this submission form
For jurying, you may submit up to 3 unique works of art.
Key Dates to Remember
- 1. Exhibition: July 8 – July 23, 2024,
- 2. Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 18 at 11:59 p.m.
- 3. Selection Notice: By Monday, June 24, you'll receive an email acceptance letter noting that your artwork(s) have been selected for presentation.
- 4. Dropoff of Artwork: 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Tuesday – Thursday, June 25 - 27 at MTSU Todd Art Gallery.
- 5. Shipment of Artwork: The work should arrive at Todd Art Gallery by the end of the day on Monday, July 1.
- 6. Shipping Address: Box 25, 1301 E Main Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37132-0025.
- 7. Installation: Monday to Friday, July 1 – 6, minus Thursday, July 4. (If you can assist with the installation, please let us know.
- 8. Artists Reception: 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 8.
- 9. Uninstall: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, July 24 – 25
Lastly, with your completion of this submission, RAA/MTSU Art and Design will
* Email you TAG's 2024 Art(ist) General Release of Liability (Loan Agreement) which you must sign and return for your work to exhibit.
Artists Reception | Awards Presentation
As part of the July 8 Artists Reception, exhibition awards of
- $500.00 for Best of Show (First Place),
- $200.00 for an Award of Excellence (Second Place),
- and $150.00 for an Award of Merit (Third Place)
- Additionally, a $100.00 Award for Outstanding 2D and a $100 Award for Outstanding 3D will be announced and presented.
- Further, a $100.00 Award of Distinction (for the most creative incorporation of new media, technology, or science)
- and one Award each, $100.00 Mark of Achievement for High School and College/University Students may be awarded.
Jurors from MTSU Department of Art and Design and Rutherford Art Alliance will select these awards. Exhibition organizers are eligible to participate but ineligible to receive awards.
QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS CALL? Contact eric.snyder@mtsu.edu