ARTIST RESIDENCIES
Akron Soul Train's main objective is to provide artists with residencies that offer the necessary resources for creative expression. These residencies typically span one month, although they can be extended if an artist requires more time. A crucial aspect of each residency is community engagement, which takes the form of workshops, project participation, panel discussions, or demonstrations. Residencies are open to artists from diverse creative disciplines, including visual arts, music, literary arts, dance, theater, and filmmaking. As part of the program, each artist-in-residence receives an opportunity to showcase their developed work (for visual artists) or perform at one of our partner organizations. Occasionally, supplementary programming is introduced to enrich the artistic process or amplify the artist's voice. For updates or announcements, please follow us on social media.
CALL FOR ART: A TRIP TO THE MOON
Call for Art: "A Trip to the Moon" Gala and Art Exhibition to benefit Akron Soul Train
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🌙✨ Attention All Creative Souls! 🌙✨
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Do you have a passion for creating art that celebrates the surreal, ethereal, sci-fi, or celestial? We're thrilled to announce a call for art for the upcoming "A Trip to the Moon" exhibition and benefit at the Highland Universal Gathering Place (HÜG) on Saturday, October 12, 2024.
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Event Theme: Art should align with the event’s theme: Inspired by early artwork and cinema from the 1890s-1910s, particularly the surreal filmography of George Méliès. His work features early sci-fi, celestial bodies, magic/illusions, wizards, and the fae. This era also includes Edwardian and Art Nouveau influences. Artwork should involve fantastical, natural, surreal, or similar elements. For aesthetic inspiration, please view the following links:
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Submission Guidelines:
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Visual Art Submissions: Limited to three per artist.
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Size Restrictions: Maximum size for 2D work is 20x24 inches; for 3D work, it is 20x20 inches.
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Special Hanging Instructions: Artwork must be wired or able to hang using a gallery rail system, or be small enough for a wooden table easel.
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Sales and Revenue: Artists will earn 50% of the revenue from the sale of their work.
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Submissions are due by September 23rd, 2024. This Call for Art is free to apply.
GIFT SHOP CONSIGNMENT
Are you a crafty and imaginative artist looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your work to a broader audience? Look no further! Akron Soul Train is on the lookout for talented artists like you to feature in our gift shop, both online and in person. Join our creative community and let your artistic flair shine while enjoying a generous 65% artist split.
Getting started is simple:
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Submit Your Art: Share your artwork, crafts, designs, or website with us for consideration at info@akronsoultrain.org.
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Review and Selection: Our team will carefully review your submission and select pieces that align with our aesthetic and our customers' preferences.
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Promotion: Akron Soul Train actively promotes your art through our marketing channels.
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Payment: When your art sells, you'll receive a generous 65% of the sale price in a monthly payment.