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Metamorphosis Rules and RegulationsRAM ANNUAL STUDENT INVITATIONAL – February 4 – May 22, 2022
THEME: Metamorphosis
DEADLINE EXTENDED
Our Annual Invitational and Call for works has been extended! The new deadline is DECEMBER 15. The annual invitational is a national competitive exhibition that has been hosted by the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum since its inception in 1948. The purpose of this exhibition is to encourage and recognize professional artists. In addition, this exhibition aligns with the museum’s mission to foster art appreciation in the community. All works will be for sale. All proceeds will benefit RAM’s exhibits, educational programming, and the participating artists.
The theme of this year’s open invitational is Metamorphosis.
For our annual invitational this year, amidst the chaos, isolation, and shifting perspectives, the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum desires to focus on renewal and new beginnings. The theme for this year’s annual invitational is Metamorphosis. When the word metamorphosis is used, concepts of renewal, rebirth, and change often come to mind. These definitions carry heavy symbolic weight as many individuals and communities have gone through significant changes over the past two years. This year’s invitational invites artists in all genres to submit work evocative of renewal, rebirth, beginnings, endings, and individualistic approaches to what “metamorphosis” means to them.
Cash prizes and an exhibition opportunity for Juror’s Choice!
PRIZES:
- FIRST PRIZE – $300 & a solo show at RAM in 2022-23
- SECOND PRIZE – $150
- THIRD PRIZE – $75
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS – Extended: Wednesday, December 15, 2021
ACCEPTED ENTRIES ANNOUNCED: Friday, December 24, 2021
DEADLINE FOR ACCEPTED ARTWORK DELIVERY: January 21, 2022
EXHIBITION DATES: Friday, February 4 – Sunday, May 22, 2022
DEADLINE FOR PICK UP: Friday, May 27, 2022
WINNERS ANNOUNCED: Friday, February 3, 2022, at the Invitational Opening Reception, 5-7 PM
Submissions must include:
- Ages 6 – 18 years, please submit, for FREE, to the RAM Annual Student Invitational.
- Up to 4 pieces may be submitted, and no more than 12 clearly labeled high-resolution CD images, slides or photographs will be accepted
- Details for each work: title, year, media, and dimensions (H x W x D).
- How much you require for each piece, in the event of a sale
- Artist resume including list of solo and group exhibitions
- Artist statement of why your piece represents “Metamorphosis”
- Submissions will not be returned
- Any artwork left at RAM after the pick-up deadline of Friday, May 27, 2022, will be considered forfeited
Submissions can be any media: painting, photography, fiber, sculpture installation or video.
Museum will not accept original artwork as a submission
Send submission to:
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, RAM Annual Student Invitational
1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901
or email your submission to education@fsram.org
Drop-offs can be made during museum hours only:
Tuesday – Saturday, 11 am-6 pm; Sunday 1-5 pm
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Metamorphosis Rules and RegulationsRAM ANNUAL INVITATIONAL – February 4 – May 22, 2022
THEME: Metamorphosis
Our Annual Invitational and Call for works has been extended! The new deadline is DECEMBER 15.
The annual invitational is a national competitive exhibition that has been hosted by the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum since its inception in 1948. The purpose of this exhibition is to encourage and recognize professional artists. In addition, this exhibition aligns with the museum’s mission to foster art appreciation in the community. All works will be for sale. All proceeds will benefit RAM’s exhibits, educational programming, and the participating artists.
The theme of this year’s open invitational is Metamorphosis.
For our annual invitational this year, amidst the chaos, isolation, and shifting perspectives, the Fort Smith Regional Art Museum desires to focus on renewal and new beginnings. The theme for this year’s annual invitational is Metamorphosis. When the word metamorphosis is used, concepts of renewal, rebirth, and change often come to mind. These definitions carry heavy symbolic weight as many individuals and communities have gone through significant changes over the past two years. This year’s invitational invites artists in all genres to submit work evocative of renewal, rebirth, beginnings, endings, and individualistic approaches to what “metamorphosis” means to them.
Cash prizes & a RAM purchase award will be granted. Cash awards will be made at the Juror’s discretion. Museum Purchase Award will be selected by RAM’s Executive Director & Permanent Collection Committee. The People’s Choice Award will be based on votes collected throughout the course of the exhibition. The winning piece will be announced on social media when the exhibit closes.
PRIZES:
- FIRST PRIZE – $1,000 & a solo show at RAM in 2022-23
- SECOND PRIZE – $500
- THIRD PRIZE – $250
- PURCHASE AWARD
- PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: EXTENDED DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 15, 2021
ACCEPTED ENTRIES ANNOUNCED: Friday, December 24, 2021
DEADLINE FOR ACCEPTED ARTWORK DELIVERY: January 21, 2022
EXHIBITION DATES: Friday, February 4 – Sunday, May 22, 2022
DEADLINE FOR PICK UP: Friday, May 27, 2022
WINNERS ANNOUNCED: Friday, February 3, 2022, at the Invitational Opening Reception, 5-7 PM
Submissions must include:
- Ages 6 – 18 years, please submit, for FREE, to the Student Invitational that will be on view concurrently
- Payment for entry ($20 RAM members; $25 active college student of any age; $40 non-members).
- Checks made to Fort Smith Regional Art Museum. To make payment online prior to sending your submission, click here.
- Up to 4 pieces may be submitted, and no more than 12 clearly labeled high-resolution CD images, slides or photographs will be accepted
- Details for each work: title, year, media, and dimensions (H x W x D).
- How much you require for each piece, in the event of a sale
- Artist resume including list of solo and group exhibitions
- Artist statement of why your piece represents “Metamorphosis”
- Submissions will not be returned
- Any artwork left at RAM after the pick-up deadline of Friday, May 27, 2022, will be considered forfeited
Submissions can be any media: painting, photography, fiber, sculpture installation or video.
Museum will not accept original artwork as a submission
No refunds for submissions
Send submission to:
Fort Smith Regional Art Museum, RAM Annual Invitational
1601 Rogers Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901
or email your submission to info@fsram.org
Drop-offs can be made during museum hours only:
Tuesday – Saturday, 11am-6pm; Sunday 1-5pm
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In RAM Radio – Episode 9 we talk with artist Tim Ernst about his exhibit “Arkansas Wilderness” on view at RAM through August 30, 2020.
In RAM Radio – Episode 8 we talk with renowned artist and art professor, David Mudrinich on his technique, life and exhibit currently up at RAM, “An Element of Nature: Drawings, Paintings and Beehives” on view through December 24, 2019.
RAM Radio – Episode 7: In this episode we speak with Fayetteville-based artist Suzannah Schreckhise and her recent work, “Who Belongs on Our Money?”
RAM Radio – Episode 6: Speaking with photographer Edward C. Robison III on his life and work, and his exhibit, “The Nature of Photography – From Traditional to Augmented Reality”
RAM Radio – Episode 5: Interview with collector of African-American Quilts, Scott Heffley on his journey and search for these unique quilts and his background. Searching for African-American Quilts is on view through May 5, 2019.
RAM Radio – Episode 4: discussion with modern master Timothy J. Clark and Curator Chris Crosman on the exhibit, Timothy J. Clark: Masterworks on Paper, on view now through March 31, 2019.
RAM Radio – Episode 3: Interview with David M. Hayes on his father’s work and our exhibit, Modern Master David Hayes: The Ventana Series on view until January 27, 2019.
RAM Radio – Episode 2: Interview with RAM’s Education Director, Daleana Vaughan discussing RAM’s education programs and events, her receiving of the 2018 Polly Crews Award and a bit about her life.
Welcome to RAM Radio Episode 1. Interview with Professional Photographer David Halpern and Gilcrease Museum Curator, Mark Dolph discussing David’s life work