Latino Arts BLEND request submissions of original art (bi-dimensional and tri-dimensional) for the Annual LAB Exhibit 2019 at The Living Arts and Science Center from September 20th thru November 1st. This exhibit aims to promote and showcase the art of the Hispanic artists who are from or have a direct connection to countries in Latin America.
Background
Latino Art BLEND is an annual exhibition whose aim is to introduce all of Lexington's communities to the diversity and quality of Hispanic artistic expression in our city. All visual artists of Hispanic origin are invited to submit work to the exhibition, and since its inception in 2011, more than three times as many artists now participate. The audience for the exhibition has grown as well. Each year Latino Art BLEND moves to a new venue, not only to accommodate more visitors but also to expand its reach.
This show is both an opportunity for Hispanic artists to exhibit their work and a chance for Lexington visitors and residents — including the artists — to experience the cultural values and variety of aesthetic approaches embodied in the Latin-American community.
Eligibility
This exhibition is open to any artists who were born in or have ties to Hispanic countries
Art must be original pieces and ready to hang or display in pedestals (pedestal provided by BLEND)
A maximum of four entries per artist is permitted
Two-dimensional works must be a maximum of 36" inches in any direction
Out-of-town artists will be asked to cover their own shipping costs.
Application Deadline: August 10th, 2019 @ 11:59 PM ET
The dropoff of pieces: September 3rd thru 6th, 2019 8:00AM to 5:00PM @ The Living Arts & Science Center
Exhibit Opens: September 20th, 2019
Artwork pickup: November 7th and 8th 2019 8:00AM to 5:00 PM*
Artists will be notified of the results of their submission by August 21st, 2019 after the panel's decision regarding their submission(s).
All pieces selected for the exhibit will be ensured during the exhibit and until the selected day for pickup. The gallery nor BLEND will be responsible for art pieces after the designated pickup day.
*Dates and ours may vary.