Belmont Gallery of Art

A community gallery showcasing regional visual arts

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Small Works Call for Art 2018

Holiday Art Show and Sale

Mark Your Calendar: 2 Weekends in December

Small-Works-2018

Special Guests: Dec. 7-9

the Artists of Indigo Fire Pottery Studio

Pottery Exhibit Sale • One Weekend Only

Key Information

The Belmont Gallery of Art (BGA) is looking for artists to submit work for its annual Small Works Holiday Show and Sale. Works accepted in a variety of media, including painting, photography, textiles, jewelry, card sets, art ornaments, collage and prints. Hanging works not to exceed 20 inches in any direction.

Entry fee: $20 flat fee for up to four (4) pieces.

Suggested Prices for art: $10-$200.
BGA Commission is 20% on SW art sold.

Application Process

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Nov. 27

All applications must be sent by email to BGA director Rebecca Richards –  admin@belmontgallery.org

Subject Line Must Include: Artist Name and Small Works.

Please send an email with images attached (JPG format) and descriptions of type of media, size of pieces and contact information.

DROP OFF ARTWORK: Sat., Dec. 1 (times to be determined)
  • Drop off artwork
  • $20 entry fee
  • (check made payable to “BGA Town of Belmont” or cash only)
  • labels on all artwork
  • inventory list of everything submitted
PICKUP ARTWORK: (to be determined)

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Duration of Exhibit: December 7-9 and 13-16

Special Festive Reception: Fri., Dec. 7, 6-9pm

Live music, wine and light refreshments

Stay one step ahead of everyone else by getting a first look at the art! You’ll be able to snag your favorite piece(s) before the crowds arrive. Invite friends, neighbors and family!

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Explorations of Abstract Art

The Artists Talk at the Belmont Gallery of Art

Nov 3, 2018 from 3-5 pm

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Artists Kirsten Reynolds, Jeanne Arthur, Nedret Andre and Susie White will talk about their work at the Belmont Gallery of Art with guest speaker A. Melissa Venator, the
Stefan Engelhorn Curatorial Fellow in the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard, who will open with a brief talk about the foundations of Abstract Art in the early 20th century.

Snacks and drinks provided.

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Gallery Talk and Performance – Woody Giessman

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Oct. 4, 7 to 9 p.m.

As part of its “Rhythm and Hues: Art Inspired by Music” exhibit (now through Oct. 12), the Belmont Gallery of Art (BGA) presents a special gallery talk and performance “Words and Music” with artist Woody Giessman at 7 p.m. on Oct. 4.

Giessman, the special featured artist in “Rhythm & Hues” is the former drummer for the Del Fuegos, founder of Right Turn Recovery and survivor of a near-fatal brain aneurysm two years ago. Woody will talk about his life and work, art-making techniques and inspiration–while also treating attendees to a live music performance. The event is free and open to the public. Cider and sweets will be served.

Questions about “Words and Music”: please contact Rebecca Richards at admin@belmontgallery.org.

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Monster Misunderstood

Art Inspired by Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein

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At the Belmont Public Library

October 1 to November 17, 2018

The BGA’s “Monster Misunderstood” exhibit is in collaboration with the Belmont Public Library’s One Book One Belmont town-wide read of Frankenstein. “Monster Misunderstood” is the featured inaugural show of the BGA’s new gallery partnership with the library. Artists have creatively interpreted Mary Shelley’s classic novel.

With themes that include nature, science, identity, prejudice, isolation, alienation and family, Shelley’s Frankenstein–though originally published 200 years ago–still has a resonance to the many difficult issues that face our world today.

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Rhythm and Hues – Call for Art

A Music Inspired Art Exhibit

The Belmont Gallery of Art invites artists to submit work for its upcoming exhibit.

 

Key Dates

For full details, be sure to read the application form!

Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 8, 2018 by 6pm
Please EMAIL completed application form AND JPG images to admin@belmontgallery.org
Email Subject Line: Your Last Name-BGA Rhythm and Hues Appl.

Notification

Notification of Acceptances/Rejections will be emailed by Aug. 13.

Drop Off and Pick Up of Art

DROP OFF DATES: August 17 & 24 – Times will be sent directly to artists.

What to Bring When You Drop Off Your Art:

• Drop off artwork

• Completed Application Form (printed out)

• $10 entry fee for 1 piece; $20 for up to 3 pieces
(check made payable to “Town of Belmont” or cash only)
*Payment required for all submitted works—not just accepted works.

• labels on all artwork

• inventory list of everything submitted

**Please have your labels/inventory sheet with you.

PICKUP ARTWORK: Oct. 12 & 13; hours to be determined.

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DURATION OF EXHIBIT: Sept. 7 – Oct. 12, 2018

OPENING RECEPTION: Fri., Sept. 7 – times to be determined.
Open to the public. Wine/Light refreshments will be served.

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Regular Staffed Gallery Hours:

Thursday and Friday 10am–4pm
Saturday and Sunday 12–3pm

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Belmont Public Schools Annual Art Exhibit 2018

Annual Spring Tradition!

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This show is an annual spring tradition at the Belmont Gallery of Art. Come see and celebrate the work of Belmont’s young K-12 artists. A wonderful sampling of work is showcased from the visual arts program and curriculum within the schools. Featured are pieces in a wide variety of media including paintings, ceramics, prints, drawings and three dimensional work.

Artists Reception with Art Teachers:
Wednesday, May 30
Elementary and Middle School — 6 – 7pm
High School — 7 – 8pm

Regular Gallery Hours:
Weekdays – Regular gallery hours, 10am – 4pm

Additional Gallery Hours:
Thursday, May 24 – 10am – 8pm
Friday, May 25 – 10am – 8pm
Wednesday, May 30 – 10am – 8pm

Thursday, May 31 – CLOSED / Memorial Day

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Fairytales, Folktales and Fables – Special Events Weekend

You’re Invited! Free! Special Events Weekend April 21 and 22!

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Sat., April 21 – 12-3pm

Collage Workshop – with Belmont Collage Artist Carol Wintle.
School-age to Adult. Beginner to Experienced.
Free. Supplies Provided.
Sign-Up encouraged (Contact Rebecca Richards at: admin@belmontgallery.org.)

Sun., April 22 – 12-2pm

Gallery Talk – The Art of Paper featuring four artists from Fairytales, Folktales and Fables exhibit who create their art using paper in unique and unusual ways:
Laurie Bogdan, Helen Canetta, Suzette Durso and Barbara Fletcher.
Free. Light refreshments.

Note our Extended Gallery Hours:
Thursday and Friday 10am–4pm
Saturday and Sunday 12–3pm

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Fairytales, Folktales and Fables

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This eclectic vibrant exhibit features work by over 30 artists who interpreted fairytales, folktales and fables from around the world through a variety of 2 and 3 D media, including paper sculpture, assemblage, painting, printmaking, textiles and photography.

NEW DATE! Opening Reception April 6, 6:30-8:30 pm

Wine, and light refreshments.

April 21 and 22: Special Events/Art Salons for the Fairytales exhibit include a Gallery Talk with Exhibit Artists and a Collage-Making Workshop led by artist Carol Wintle.
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