shelter - call for entries

Call for entries! An exhibition about shelter

A couple of definitions:

-something that provides cover or protection, as from weather or danger 

-a covered place, which provides protection to humans, animals and birds from their surroundings

MAXIMUM: 30 entries

The brief:

Make an A4-sized* stitched artwork inspired by the theme of shelter using mostly upcycled and/or found materials

What does shelter mean to you? What aspect of shelter could inspire you to make new artwork? Here are some ideas to help you get started:

-hearth/home

-canopy/trees

-nest/burrow

-shed/barn

-umbrella/raincoat

-cave/ledge

-bunker/tunnel

-temporary/permanent

-verandah/porch

-tent/caravan

-lack of shelter/vulnerable

[*A4 (portrait orientation only), ie 21 cm W x 29.7 cm H, or 8.3 in W x 11.7 in H]

Return of artwork:

Please ensure you select the correct payment option when you submit your entry. There are 3 options for overseas, national and local entrants.

REQUIREMENTS + Entry form:

These will be emailed to you once you’ve entered. Please read the requirements BEFORE starting on your artwork or your entry might not be accepted.

Dates:

Email your entry form by 30 March 2025 to gonerustic@gmail.com

If you are accepted, snail mail your artwork to arrive NO LATER than 15 May 2025 to:

Gone Rustic, PO Box 12, St Marys, Tasmania, Australia 7215

Exhibition venue: 43 Curtis Road, St Marys Tasmania Australia

Exhibition dates: 7-9 June, coinciding with Bay of Fires Art Prize and St Marys Car Show events