Annual FRESH Exhibition at Summit Artspace Seeks Emerging Curator for 2025
Betty & Howard Taylor Main Gallery | January 10 – March 15, 2025
Description
For 20 years, the Annual FRESH Juried Exhibition challenged local artists to push the boundaries of their artmaking through concepts and materials in their artwork for this show. For its 21st year, we are revamping the exhibition format: not only will the exhibition feature local emerging artists exclusively, but it will also have a new theme each year that reflects current trends in the art world and our culture.
To achieve this vision, we are seeking an emerging curator who will bring a fresh perspective and bold, contemporary ideas. The selected curator will propose the 2025 exhibition curatorial theme, select artworks for exhibiting, and grant awards. Upon completion of the exhibition and required events, the selected curator will be paid a stipend of $350.
Qualifications:
- Demonstrates knowledge of art theory, art history, current art trends, and local art
- Demonstrates curatorial interest, practice, or experience
- Curatorial practice and experience is five years or less
- No formal training or degrees are required
- Must be currently based in Summit County or contiguous counties (Cuyahoga, Geauga, Medina, Portage, Stark, or Wayne)
- Must be 18 years or older
Important Dates & Timeline:
- September 30: Deadline for application
- October 4: Notification of acceptance
- By October 15: Make final determinations with SA staff about the scope of the curatorial theme in preparation for call opening
- December 7-12: Select artworks for exhibition virtually
- January 2 – 3: Select awards & shoot awards announcement video in person
- Friday, January 10, 5- 8 p.m.: Exhibition opening & in-person awards announcement
Expectations:
- Curator must be available for the times outlined above. If timing needs adjusted, it should be requested ASAP.
- Curator will be available to help discuss, plan, and promote the exhibition with SA staff and agrees to respond to inquiries and needs in a timely manner.
- Curator will work collaboratively with Director of Artist Resources, Natalie Grieshammer Patrick to determine the vision of the exhibition. Summit Artspace staff reserves the right to make final decisions.
Questions? Contact Natalie Grieshammer Patrick at natalie@summitartspace.org or (330) 376-8480 ext. 1.
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Call for BIPOC+ Artists ‘24
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Horizon Gallery at Summit Artspace
April 4 – June 14, 2025
Call for BIPOC+ Artists:
Summit Artspace invites local BIPOC+ (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) artists to apply for a funded solo exhibition. Through a blind juried process, one artist will be selected to receive a $1,000 stipend to support the creation of a solo exhibition in Summit Artspace’s Horizon Gallery. The organizational goal behind this exhibition is to actively undo systems of oppression and domination present in the art world. Summit Artspace is interested in the many ways in which BIPOC+ artists impact our communities through their art.
The exhibition is dedicated to– but is not limited to – uncovering the following themes:
· Exploring and advancing meaningful BIPOC+ narratives
· Re-contextualizing traditionally white-dominated genres to give new meanings
· Restoring hope by envisioning a world where social justice has taken hold
· Building support for social change, equity, and inclusion
· Exposing and denouncing injustices to marginalized communities
· Investigating new ideas and genres to transform viewer perceptions
Eligible artists will be Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color; they will live in Summit County, or surrounding counties and express an interest of making an impact through their artwork. All types of visual artists are welcome to apply for this opportunity.
Why do we use the term “BIPOC”? Black, Indigenous, and People of Color(BIPOC) is a term used in the United States intended to center the experiences of—and create solidarity between—different communities of color. Individuals and communities who identify as BIPOC note the significance of the term as an indicator of solidarity against systemic racism. BIPOC highlights each group of color and their unique experience. While many celebrate its usage, it’s important to know that not everyone agrees with the term BIPOC; there is always an element of personal preference and context to consider when using identity terminology.
The exhibition is funded in part through general operating support from Ohio Arts Council, Akron Community Foundation, and GAR Foundation.
Important Dates:
- Application Deadline: November 18 at 11:59 p.m.
- Notification of Acceptance: December 13
- Public Announcement: January 2025
- Exhibition: April 4 – June 14, 2025
Jurors: Amber Ford & Nick Lee
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Exhibition Proposals: Akron Bicentennial
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At Summit Artspace
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