Theme Compliance:Submitted artworks (paintings only) must align with the theme "Metamorphosis: The Art of Transformation," exploring concepts of change, growth, and evolution.
Here are some potential interpretations:- Personal journey including works that reflect an individual’s growth, identify shifts or an emotional transformation. Artists might depict significant life events, internal struggles, or moments of self-discovery.
- Landscape change artwork portraying the transformation of physical environments, whether through natural processes, human intervention, or the passage of time. This might include changing seasons, urban development, or the impact of climate change.
- Biological and natural transformations depicting metamorphosis in the natural world, such as the life cycles of animals (e.g. a caterpillar becoming a butterfly), plant growth, or geological transformations.
- Cultural and social change exploring shifts in societal norms, cultural evolution, or historical changes within communities. This could encompass movements for social justice, technological advancements, or generational changes.
- Abstract and conceptual change involving more abstract representations of change, using shapes, colours, and forms to symbolise transformation. Artists might experiment with different mediums or techniques to express the concept of metamorphosis.
Examples of themes within Metamorphosis:- Rebirth and Renewal: Highlighting cycles of death and rebirth, regeneration, and new beginnings.
- Evolution: Artistic representations of biological evolution, human progress, or technological advancements.
- Decay and Regrowth: Exploring the process of decay as a precursor to new growth or transformation.
- Identity and Transformation: Depictions of how personal identity changes over time through experiences, challenges, and self-realisation.
- Environmental Shifts: Artworks showing the changing landscapes due to natural forces or human impact.
Eligibility:- Artists can only submit one piece of artwork - paintings only (mixed media accepted). This means no photography, sculptures or other types of artwork.
- Open to all artists of all ages and nationalities - students, emerging or established artists - from across the South London region, including London boroughs (Croydon, Kingston upon Thames, Merton, Richmond upon Thames, and Sutton) as well as Surrey and Kent counties.
- Submissions from artists outside the South London region (in the UK or abroad) might be selected for the exhibition, but they will be put on the waiting list until the full review of all the entries is completed by 30 September 2024.
Submission Guidelines:- All entries must be original works created by the submitting artist.
- The submission is free to enter and must be accompanied by a completed registration form and an image of painting you are submitting for review.
- The artists statement about the artwork should be about the painting you are submitting for review.
- Please do not ask the organisers to look at your socials and websites. Applications will be rejected without the image of the artwork you wish to submit for the exhibition.
Submission Process- All entries must be submitted digitally with the online registration form by Monday 30th September 2024 subject to availability. Artists can only submit one artwork for consideration.
- Upload high-resolution Jpeg, Jpg or PNG images of your artwork (around 3MB) along with a brief description and artist statement (200 words max.) explaining how the piece relates to the theme.
- Each image should include a title and the name of the artist.
- Pay a non-refundable £12 fee entry fee which will need to be paid within 3 days of the confirmation email being sent.
- Entries will be rejected if they do not comply with the above requirements.
Artwork Specifications:- Paintings: Maximum size of 1m x 1m and must be ready for display on an easel. Mixed media accepted.
- Artworks must be accompanied by a title, medium, dimensions at the back of the paintings on delivery (template certificate can be downloaded on this link).
Judging Criteria:- Creativity and originality
- Technical skill and execution
- Relevance to the theme “Metamorphosis”
- Overall impact and artistic merit
Selection process: - Due to the limited space, we can only accommodate up to 30 artists for this event. The selection process will be ongoing until all 30 spaces are filled with suitable artwork that align with the exhibition's theme and judging criteria.
- Submission will be reviewed on an going basis and will close once 30 spaces are filled, or by 30th September 2024, whichever comes first.
- Artists whose works are selected for the exhibition will be notified by the 30th September 2024.
- If we receive more than 30 suitable submissions, additional artists will be placed on a waiting list and notified if a space becomes available.
Notification:- Artists will be notified via email and announced on our website and socials by Thursday 10th October 2024.
- Up to 30 artworks will be selected and exhibited at the SoCro Art Fair.
Promotion:- Selected artworks may be featured in an exhibition catalogue, on the website, and in other promotional materials. Artists will be credited accordingly.
Exhibition and Sales:- Prices for artwork must be clearly stated in the submission form. No changes to prices will be allowed once submitted.
- All artwork selected will be for sale and collected by the buyers at the end of the exhibition.
- Commission: None.
Delivery and Collection:- Selected artworks must be delivered to Coombe Wood School, 30 Melville Avenue, South Croydon CR2 7HY on Saturday 9th November between 14h and 18h. Detailed instructions will be provided upon selection.
- All artwork must be delivered in secure packaging to prevent damage during transit. The artists are responsible for ensuring their work is adequately protected.
- Each piece of artwork must be clearly labelled with the artist's name, title of the work, medium, dimensions and contact information.
- Artists will need to organise the delivery and pick up (if not sold) of their artwork themselves from the venue.
- Artists or their representatives must present a valid ID and proof of submission such as confirmation email when collecting the artwork. Prior authorisation from the artists must be provided if someone else is collecting the artwork.
- Unclaimed artwork will be considered abandoned and may be disposed of or donated at the discretion of the exhibition organisers.
- SoCro Art is not liable for delays or failure to perform any of their obligations due to events beyond their control such as natural disasters, strikes or any unforeseen circumstances.
Copyright and Reproduction:- Artists retain copyright of their submitted work.
- By entering the competition, artists grant SoCro Art the right to use images of their artwork for promotional and marketing purposes related to the exhibition
Liability:- All artwork must be appropriately framed or mounted for display on an easel. On this occasion, we are unable to accept any paintings that require any special display requirements.
- SoCro Art will take all reasonable care with submitted artwork; however, we are not responsible for any loss or damage during transit or the exhibition.
- Artists are encouraged to insure their works independently.
Agreement:- By submitting an entry, artists agree to all the terms and conditions outlined above.
- Any breach of these terms may result in the removal of the artwork from the exhibition.
- For further information or inquiries, please contact us at info@socroartfair.co.uk
