Open Call: Sovereign: Honoring Bodily Autonomy

McColl Center and curator, Meredith Connelly, invite artists to submit work for Sovereign: Honoring Bodily Autonomy, an interdisciplinary exhibition exploring bodily autonomy from diverse perspectives. Using mediums such as painting, sculpture, installation, and performance, the exhibition will address themes of self-determination, consent, personal agency, reproductive rights, healthcare access, and identity expression.

Additionally, the exhibition aims to address global issues related to bodily autonomy, including topics such as forced sterilization, gender-based violence, access to reproductive healthcare, and the experiences of LGBTQIA+ individuals. We welcome submissions that provide diverse perspectives on these subjects, encouraging thoughtful dialogue and engagement.

Sovereign seeks to amplify the voices of artists offering a platform for perspectives often excluded from mainstream discussions about autonomy and identity.
- Artists are invited to submit up to 3 works of art for consideration in all mediums, including site-specific installation, performance, video
- Concept proposals for new works of art may also be submitted via a master PDF and must include concept sketches and a detailed description of the work
Deadline to Apply: December 1, 2024 at midnight

Artists notified by December 31, 2024

PARTICIPATING ARTIST BENEFITS

All participating artists will receive:
- $100 stipend for participation from Art By Meredith Connelly
- 1 professional headshot + high-res image of their work installed compliments of Charlotte Is Creative
- Work listed for sale on McColl’s website for 2 months after show closing
- Additional career development opportunities
Exhibition Dates: March 6 – April 12, 2025

Opening Reception: March 6, 2024

Curated by Visual Artist, Designer, and Creative Contractor Meredith Connelly of Art By Meredith Connelly LLC.

This exhibition is presented by McColl Center and Meredith Connelly with support from the Arts and Science Council through their Cultural Vision Grant Program, our media sponsor Charlotte is Creative, and community resource partner Safe Alliance.
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Submitted media must have the work of art title in the file name or it will not be considered. One image per work of art. For video, please insert the link in lieu of images.
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