Belmont Gallery of Art

A community gallery showcasing regional visual arts

Past Artist Calls

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More Than Words – Call for Art

January 1 to February 1, 2022

Art Inspired by Books and Poems

In collaboration with the Belmont Public Library’s ONE BOOK ONE BELMONT
Community Read of  “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean

Just as a library
is more than a temple of books,
a book is More Than Words.  

Imagination is kindled to life by stories and poems, transported in time and place, provoked into emotion, guided to new knowledge. The Belmont Gallery of Art is asking for art inspired by books and poems for this Fall Exhibit: More Than Words in collaboration with the Belmont Public Library’s ONE BOOK ONE BELMONT community read of “The Library Book” by Susan Orlean.  

Share your unique artistic vision inspired by a particular book or poem, or interpret what books mean to you in general.  Like a library, the subjects are practically limitless: fiction, non-fiction, science fiction, mystery, historical fiction, history, science, philosophy, literature, short stories, mythology, poetry, drama, modern, old or ancient… and more.

The BGA is asking artists to submit work in a variety of media – painting, collage, mixed media, ceramics, photography, assemblage, fiber art and more – both two dimensional and three dimensional work.

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Information

Submission Deadline:  SEPTEMBER 3rd by 12 Midnight
Early submissions accepted, but NO LATE SUBMISSIONS please!

Acceptance notices: will be emailed on September 7th by 9pm.

Show Opens in Mid-September

IN PERSON – Belmont Gallery of Art, 19 Moore Street, Belmont MA
ONLINE – www.VirtualBGA.org
IN PERSON Companion Show – Belmont Public Library, 336 Concord Ave, Belmont MA

Details:

More Information

Submission Requirements

(1) EMAIL the following information and image(s) to
belmontgallerysubmissions@gmail.com

  • Your name and contact information
  • Jpeg of your piece(s)
  • Title 
  • Media
  • Size
  • Price
  • Statement 100-200 words

(2) PAY APPLICATION FEE
$10 per submission/$20 for a maximum three pieces.

Pay Online with Paypal

NOTE: to pay by check or cash please contact Adine or Rebecca.

Artists must be 18+

Questions? 

Contact one or both of the BGA Co-Directors

Rebecca: admin@belmontgallery.org
Adine: BelmontGalleryofArt@gmail.com

Sign up for e-blasts at admin@belmontgallery.org
Stay tuned to our Instagram account

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Nourish – Call for Art

Oct. 21 to Dec. 1, 2021

A Feast for the Eyes, Food for the Soul

“Art is food. You can’t eat it, but it feeds you… Art is like good bread.”
~Elka Schumann, Founder, Bread and Puppet Theater

Artwork in this exhibit reflects/captures the “Nourish” theme:
whether it be food or something else that helps feed your body–and your soul.

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Information

Show Opens in Mid-Oct.
Submissions Deadline: Midnight, Sept. 20
Notifications Sent: Sept. 24/25

Open to artists 18 and older. The BGA is looking for work that reflects/captures the “Nourish” theme: whether it be food or something else that helps feed your body–and your soul.
What keeps you nourished and sustained in these still-challenging times…?

Media accepted: painting, photography, fiber arts, printmaking, ceramics, assemblage collage/mixed media…together with maybe a favorite recipe as well…

Exhibit will be displayed in the BGA in the Homer Bldg. Additional Works featured in the BGA’s Virtual Space


How to Apply

Send email directly to Rebecca Richards/Adine Storer
Requesting NOURISH application form
BY SEPTEMBER 10

(Application Form includes additional exhibit details and image submission requirements)

Artists may submit up to three pieces
Application Fees: $10 per submission, $20 for up to three

NOURISH Application Email INFO: admin@belmontgallery.org

*IMPORTANT: We must receive your application request no later than Sept. 10th

Questions? Please send to: admin@belmontgallery.org

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Facing You – Call for Art

Oct. 28 to Nov. 22, 2020

A Portraits Show

There is nothing more interesting than the landscape of the human face.”

Irvin Kershner
KayHudgins-selfportrait
Kay Hudgins
RickCorbett-selfportrait
Rick Corbett

The human face has been an endless source of inspiration and fascination for artists since the beginning of civilization. During these trying months of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve lost that shared immediate facial recognition and emotional connection to others–whether it be a smile, a frown or even an angry grimace–since our faces have been covered by protective masks.

For the BGA’s first all Virtual Art Exhibit, we’re asking artists to submit portraits–of yourself and of others–as the gallery celebrates the common features, yet uniqueness of each human face–and the stories those faces tell.

Information

The BGA is looking for both 2 and 3D portraits created in a variety of media including painting, printmaking, collage, clay, textiles and photography for the exhibit.
NEW Submissions Deadline: Dec. 3, 9PM
Fees: $10 Per Submission; $15 Up to Three

Full Exhibit Details and Photographing Art Requirements Coming on Nov. 2, including information on the BGA’s new Virtual Gallery Site.

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Artful Nature – Call for Art

March 8 to April 12, 2020

Pattern, Color, Texture

“Art will never be able to exist without nature.”

Pierre Bonnard

Nature’s glory presents us with a breathtaking array of patterns, colors and textures. The BGA is asking artists to submit work in a variety of 2 and D media that celebrates–and is inspired by–the beauty and design found in our natural world.

Submission Process

PLEASE NOTE: No application form required. Please send up to three (3) submissions directly to: admin@belmontgallery.org.

**IMPORTANT:

SUBJECT LINE should have the following: ARTFUL NATURE_YOUR NAME_SUBMISSION

All images must be jpg files with a min. of 150 dpi. Ideal width dimensions are 3200 pixels.

REQUIRED: Your submission email MUST also include:
  • Your Contact Info (address/phone number)
  • brief description of how your art fits the theme
  • media used
  • (framed) size of each piece.
Submissions without the required information will not be considered.

Submissions Deadline: Feb. 21, 6pm.
Selection Notification Feb. 24.

Application fee: $10 per submission/$20 for three.       
Fee payable at Drop-Off/Intake.

Drop-Off Artwork Process

Drop-Off: Sat., Feb. 29, 10-12

  • Drop off artwork
  • $10 or $20 entry fee
  • (check made payable to “BGA Town of Belmont” or cash only)
  • labels on all artwork
  • inventory list of everything submitted

Thank you!

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Elemental – Call for Art

Oct. 26 to Dec. 27, 2019

Compelling Visual Narratives

The Belmont Gallery of Art’s Fall Exhibit “ELEMENTAL” explores how the foundational elements of making art work together to create compelling visual narratives.The BGA’s Elemental exhibit will focus on the elements of Shape, Line, Form, Color and Texture. The gallery is looking for both 2 and 3 Dimensional Representational and Abstract Art Submissions.

Art by Nicole Pond

Key Dates

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

  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: Oct. 3, 2019 by 6pm
    Please EMAIL completed application form AND JPG images to admin@belmontgallery.org
    Email Subject Line: Your Last Name-BGA-ELEMENTAL Appl

  • NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCES: will be emailed by Oct. 10.
  • DROP OFF DATES: October 20 – Times will be sent directly to artists.
  • Opening Reception: Fri, NOV. 2

Thank you!

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Spring Awakening – Call for Art!

April 12 to May 15, 2019

Birds, Blossoms and Botanicals

Textile Art by Bea Grayson
Textile Art by Bea Grayson

The BGA is looking for artists to submit floral, bird and botanical themed artwork that celebrate nature’s rebirth after the winter months. Sculpture, ceramics, textiles, paintings, printmaking, photography, assemblage, and collage/mixed media accepted.

Special Guest Juror: Lauren Meier

The BGA is pleased to announce that Lauren Meier, Landscape Architect, Botanical Artist, and Editor of the Papers of Frederick Law Olmsted. will serve as Spring Awakening’s Guest Juror.

Application Process

The Spring Awakening Call for Art is open to artists 18 and older.

All submissions should be sent directly by email to BGA Director Rebecca Richards: admin-at-belmontgallery.org

  • Up to 3 submissions per artist.      
  • Subject Line Must Include: Artists’ Last Name and Spring Awakening Art. 
  • Image(s) submitted should be: hi-res (300 ppi), JPG.
  • Please include title, dimensions of each piece, media used and your contact information (name/address/phone number).    
  • APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 21.
  • Artists Notified of Acceptance on March 25.     

*Application fee: $10 per submission/$20 for three.       
Fee payable at Drop-Off/Intake.

DROP OFF ARTWORK: (date to be determined)

  • Drop off artwork
  • $10 or $20 entry fee
  • (check made payable to “BGA Town of Belmont” or cash only)
  • labels on all artwork
  • inventory list of everything submitted

Thank you!

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Small Works Call for Art 2018

December 7-9 and 13-16, 2018

Holiday Art Show and Sale

Mark Your Calendar: 2 Weekends in December

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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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Monster Misunderstood – Call for Art

Deadline: September 15, 2018

The Art of Frankenstein

Belmont Public Library
(Oct. 1-Nov.17, 2018)

The Belmont Gallery of Art is looking for artists to submit work that creatively interprets Mary Shelley’s classic novel, “Frankenstein.”
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.

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. The BGA encourages artists to explore such issues and themes in their submissions to the “Monster Misunderstood” exhibit.

Both 2 and 3D media accepted for “Monster Misunderstood” including: textiles, ceramics, assemblage, painting, collage,/mixed media, drawings, prints and photography.

Deadline for online submissions is September 15 

IMPORTANT!  Please note: There is no Prospectus for the Monster Misunderstood show. Call is open to artists 18 and older.
All submissions to the exhibit should be sent directly by email to:
BGA Director Rebecca Richards at: admin@belmontgallery.org 

One submission per artist.
Please include Frankenstein Submission in the subject line.
Images submitted should be hi-res jpg.
Application fee $10 payable at Drop-Off.
Deadline for online submissions is Sept. 15 at 6pm.
Artists notified of acceptance by Sept. 19. 18
Please contact the BGA with any questions. We look forward to seeing your work. Thank you!

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Rhythm and Hues – Call for Art

Sept. 7 - Oct. 12, 2018

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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Folktales and Fables – Call for Art

March 23 - May 4, 2018

Myths, Legends, and Tall Tales…

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

 

Key Dates

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

Application

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 9, 2018 by 6pm
Please EMAIL completed application form AND JPG images to admin@belmontgallery.org
Email Subject Line: Your Last Name-BGA Folktales/Fables Appl.

Notification

Notification of Acceptances/Rejections will be emailed by March 11.

Drop Off and Pick Up of Art

DROP OFF DATES: March 15/16/17 – 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)

• labels on all artwork

• inventory list of everything submitted

PICKUP ARTWORK: May 5 and 6; hours to be determined.

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DURATION OF EXHIBIT: March 23 – May 4, 2018

RECEPTION: Thurs., March 24 – times to be determined.
Open to the public. Wine/Light refreshments will be served.

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Regular Staffed Gallery Hours:

Thursdays, Fridays 10am-4pm,
Saturdays, Sundays 1pm-4pm

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Home Exhibit – Call for Art

October 19 to December 7, 2017

Interiors / Exteriors
A sense of place / A state of mind

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

Key Information

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO: Oct. 7, 2017 (by 6pm)
Please EMAIL the application with JPG images to admin@belmontgallery.org
Subject Line: BGA – HOME Exhibit Application
*Fees payable during Art Drop off – cash or check only.
NOTIFICATION of ACCEPTANCES and REJECTIONS: will be emailed the week of Oct. 9.
DROP OFF ARTWORK: October 13, 14, and 15. Times will be sent directly to participating artists

  • Drop off artwork
  • Completed Application
  • $10 entry fee for 1 piece; $20 for up to 2–3 pieces
    (check made payable to “Town of Belmont” or cash only)
  • labels on all artwork
  • inventory list of everything submitted

PICKUP ARTWORK: to be determined.

DURATION OF EXHIBIT: October 22 – December 20, 2017
WINE RECEPTION: November 3, 2017
Open to the public. Wine/Light refreshments will be served.

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Regular Staffed Gallery Hours:

Thursdays, Fridays 10am-4pm
Saturdays, Sundays 1pm-4pm

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All participating artists must volunteer 2-3 hours at the gallery. Please sign up as soon as possible to get your favorite spot!
Click to View Volunteer Opportunities on SignUp.com

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Art Blooms in Belmont 2017 – Call for Art

March 17 to May 5, 2017

A Botanical Inspired Exhibit

Featuring a Weekend-Long Exhibit of
Floral Arrangements Inspired by the Art on Display

In partnership with the Belmont Garden Club
and the Belmont Public Library

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

Key Information

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

APPLICATION DEADLINE:Feb. 24, 2017 by 6pm ‐ Please EMAIL this information with (JPG) images to admin@belmontgallery.org

*Fees payable during Art Drop off – cash or check only.

NOTICE of ACCEPTANCES and REJECTIONS by EMAIL: Feb. 28

DROP OFF ARTWORK: March 4 and 5; times will be sent directly to participating artists

  • Drop off artwork
  • Completed Application
  • $10 entry fee for 1 piece; $20 for up to 3 pieces
    (check made payable to “BGA Town of Belmont” or cash only)
  • labels on all artwork
  • inventory list of everything submitted

PICKUP ARTWORK: May 5 and 6; times to be determined.

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DURATION OF EXHIBIT: March 17 – May 5, 2017

SPECIAL RECEPTION: Thurs., March 30, 6-8 pm
Open to the public. Wine/Light refreshments will be served.

SPECIAL EVENTS

  • Author & Artist Collaboration: How We Self-Published
    Fri., March 31, 7-9pm
    Artist Anne Katzeff and writer Peggy Kornegger talk about their experience of writing, editing, designing, and publishing Peggy’s book Lose Your Mind, Open Your Heart, which features many of Anne’s flower and landscape paintings.
  • Floral Arrangement Design Workshop
    Sat., April 1, 2-3pm

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Regular Staffed Gallery Hours:

Thursdays, Fridays 10am-4pm,
Saturdays, Sundays 1pm-4pm

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All participating artists must volunteer 2-3 hours at the gallery. Please sign up as soon as possible to get your favorite spot!
Click to View Volunteer Opportunities on SignUp.com

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