Open Call for the Upcoming Exhibition:
Vessels
August 31 - October 23, 2027
This exhibition explores the beauty found in imperfection – whether this comes from damage, age, repair, the passing of time or layers of history. We are seeking works which focus on surfaces, textures, fragments, and the emotional transformational power of what has been repaired, reimagined or preserved.
Application is open to all artists ages 18 and older.
Details
Themes: Beautiful damage, traces of repair, kintsugi, vessels, reimagined still life
Call Type: Exhibition
Call Eligibility: ages 18+
Entry Fee: Includes 5 works additional $5 for each subsequent piece.
Early Application Deadline ($35): May 23, 2027. Early applications will be notified early, accepted artists will be posted as part of the exhibition on our website early, will be prioritized when uploading to our online gallery, and may be used to promote the show.
Standard Application Deadline ($45): June 20, 2027.
Exhibition Dates: August 31 - October 23, 2027.
Commission: The Gallery retains a 50% commission on all exhibition sales of artwork in off-site shows and online.
Shipping and Delivery: Accepted work may be hand-delivered or shipped prepaid to arrive no later than August 21, 2027. Artists are responsible for the delivery and return of shipping labels and costs.
Location:
Gallery B612 - Pioneer Square location
520 1st Ave. S,
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Juror: Selected pieces are juried by the curators at Gallery B612.
Media: Original 2D and 3D artworks. Glass, Fiber, Jewelry, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Photography, Installation, and Mixed media. No AI generated or AI assisted work will be considered.
Timeline:
May 23: The early application process closes at midnight. Notifications will go out within three weeks.
June 20: Standard application process closes at midnight. Notifications will go out within three weeks.
August 19 (11am - 6pm), August 20 (11am - 6pm), August 21 (11am - 2pm): Accepted work(s) need to be dropped off or delivered to Pioneer Square location: 520 1st Ave. S, Seattle, WA, 98104
August 31 Gallery Reception: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
October 2 (First Thursday Art Walk) Opening Night: 5:00 pm- 9:00 pm
October 23 Closing Reception: 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Pickup & Return Options:
Following or during the Closing Reception on October 23 ( No appointment needed -- verbal confirmation appreciated)
October 26 (11am - 6pm) and October 27 (11am - 6pm): Local Artists are to pick up their works or schedule an appointment.
Other artwork may be shipped out on a case by case basis – the Artist is responsible for shipping and return label costs.
Gallery Artwork Requirements:
All work must be original, unsold work, family-friendly, and the artist must own the sole copyright to the artwork.
Frames, mats, and wiring must be of professional quality and in good condition. No saw-tooth hangers. Wiring must be securely fashioned and support the weight of the artwork. 2D artwork selected for exhibition MUST BE READY TO HANG on our wire hanging system.
No NFS (not for sale) works will be considered for the show.
Consignment will be required for selected pieces in order to be exhibited in the show.
Questions? Contact info@galleryb612.com