THE UNTITLED SPACE

DEFINING FORM 2018

A Group Show of Sculpture

Submission Deadline (Extended): June 3rd, 2018

A group exhibition of contemporary artists exploring 2 and 3-dimensional sculpture curated by Indira Cesarine to take place at The Untitled Space gallery in New York City July 2018 as well as online on Artsy. The exhibit is open to submissions until June 3, 2018.

“DEFINING FORM 2018” will take a comprehensive look at the manifestations of contemporary sculpture. The group show will engage a dialogue of the themes and narratives resonating amongst sculptors today through works in mediums such as metal, stone, clay, wood, glass, recycled materials as well as mixed media. Themes will include contemporary feminism, new waves in sculpture & technology as well as works displaying a strongly defined narrative of contemporary culture with an emphasis on originality and innovative usage of materials. The exhibition is open to artists of all genders. Works can be figurative or abstract, and must be created within the last 5 years. Artists may submit up to 5 works of art for consideration. Small to medium size sculptures will be prioritized (under 40”) with maximum size of sculptures allowed 96” inches height.

EXHIBITION DATES: July 10th – August 5th, 2018
*Please note these dates are tentative and may be subject to change, artists will be notified of official dates of exhibition and opening reception upon artwork confirmation.

ABOUT THE UNTITLED SPACE

The Untitled Space is an art gallery located in Tribeca, New York in a landmark building on Lispenard Street. Founded in 2014 by Indira Cesarine, the gallery features an ongoing curation of exhibits of emerging and established contemporary artists exploring conceptual framework and boundary pushing ideology through mediums of painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, video and performance art. The gallery is committing to exploring new ideas vis-à-vis traditional and new mediums and highlights a program of women in art as well as special events aligned with our creative vision.

ABOUT CURATOR INDIRA CESARINE

Indira Cesarine’s work as a curator for The Untitled Space gallery includes exhibitions (HOTEL) XX for SPRING/BREAK Art Show 2018, ”Secret Garden,” presenting the female gaze on erotica; “SHE INSPIRES,” a group show of 60 artists exhibiting works honoring inspirational women; the internationally-celebrated group shows “UPRISE/ANGRY WOMEN,” and “ONE YEAR OF RESISTANCE” responding to the political climate in America since the election of Trump as well as numerous other critically-acclaimed exhibitions. She is additionally the founder of globally distributed publication “The Untitled Magazine.”

Recent press on Indira Cesarine & The Untitled Space includes Vogue (US), Vogue Italia, CNN, Forbes, Newsweek, W Magazine, Harper’s Bazaar, Teen Vogue, New York Magazine, i-D Magazine, Dazed and Confused, and The Huffington Post among many others. http://untitled-space.com/press/

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• Artists should have an educational background in art and/or strong exhibition track record.
• We do not accept walk ins or any unsolicited artwork shipped by mail.
• Acceptable sculpture mediums include metal, stone, clay, wood, glass, resin, recycled materials as well as mixed media.
• Works can be figurative or abstract.
• Works can be 2 or 3-dimensional, free standing or wall installation works.
• Artwork must be created within the last 5 years.
• Small to medium size sculptures will be prioritized (under 40”) with maximum size of sculptures 96” inches height.
• Artists may submit up to 5 digital images of artwork (jpeg format) for consideration.
• Artwork image sizes must be minimum 1000 pixels - maximum 2000 pixels JPEGS (only). Maximum file size: 5MB
• Each jpeg must be titled with “Artist Name–Title of Artwork–Year”
• Each submission of work or series of works must include a description of the art and mediums used, as well as a statement on the subject of inspiration for the art.
• All submissions must include your artist biography, artist statement, a description of the art submitted as well as basic info for each work including title, year created, medium, dimensions, suggested price, and edition size + number if relevant.
• Any oversized (larger than 72"), overweight (more than 30lbs) or works requiring special installation must be installed by the artist.
• All transportation of works is responsibility of artist, and works requiring a pedestal may require the artist to provide.
• If your work requires a pedestal or any special stands, you must note that in the description of the artwork.
• All submissions should include a photo of the artist that can be used for promotion of the exhibit if selected. A portrait with artwork is preferred.
• Works submitted must be available for exhibition and for sale. Artists receive 50% commission on sales. Consignment terms run though the exhibit of the show at the gallery as well as for 60 days after gallery exhibit closing for the online exhibition of works on Artsy .

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SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Artwork submitted to The Untitled Space for the exhibition must be unique works by the artist, created within the last 5 years, and available for sale. Artists may submit 1 - 5 works of art for consideration. The gallery will notify you if your work is of interest, and if it is accepted in the exhibition. The terms of art consignment and exhibition dates will be agreed by both parties before moving forward with deliveries. Accepted entries must deliver the artwork to The Untitled Space gallery once confirmed, and are responsible for collecting any works that are unsold. All costs for transportation of the artwork(s) is the responsibility of the artist. If your work(s) are selected, The Untitled Space reserves the exclusive right to sell the artwork during the course of the exhibition, and for an additional 60 (sixty) days after the gallery exhibition closes via the online exhibition on Artsy. All artwork must be for sale. Any work marked POR (Price on Request) or NFS (Not For Sale) will not be eligible for entry into the exhibition. All artwork must be signed or include a certificate of authenticity, framed (if relevant) and ready to hang, labeled on the back with your name and title of the artwork, and year created. Any oversized (larger than 72"), overweight (more than 30lbs) or works requiring special installation must be installed by the artist unless otherwise agreed by the gallery. All entries must be registered/received by midnight, June 3, 2018. All application fees are non‐refundable.

Terms & Conditions

- I agree to the conditions of entry and exhibit as outlined in the application.

- I agree to deliver and collect my artwork to The Untitled Space within the timeframe noted by the gallery regarding the exhibit. I also agree to cover any fees for transportation should it be accepted for the exhibit. I understand that this artwork should be signed (or include a signed certificate of authenticty), framed (if relevant), ready to install with appropriate instructions and include a return shipping label (if shipped).

- I agree to allow The Untitled Space the exclusive right to handle all sales of the artwork during the course of the exhibit and an additional 60 (sixty) days after the exhibition closes for the online exhibit on Artsy.

- I agree to allow The Untitled Space to publish images of my artwork featured in the exhibition on their website, on Artsy for the online exhibition, as well as in media / press outlets in relation to the exhibition.

- I agree to pay the total application entry fee below.

Once you have completed the form and successfully uploaded artwork images, press submit to finalize your application. You will be forwarded to the payment page to process the application fee. Applications that are incomplete including payment of the application fee will not be reviewed or considered for the exhibition.