Call For Artists

ArtExplosion 2008 Visual Art Exhibit ArtsUnited will again produce its annual signature event ArtExplosion, which combines all forms of art in a two week calendar of spectacular events. The ArtExplosion 2009 Visual Arts Exhibit will be on display from February 7 through 27, 2009 at ArtServe, 1350 East Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. The artist Reception will be on Saturday February 7, 2009 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The reception will also include music, dance, theatre, book signings and vocal performances. Admission to the reception is $5.00 to help offset some of the costs associated with the event. Over 500 people attended last year's reception, and thousands viewed the exhibit during the month. There will be significant press coverage of the opening and exhibit as well. There is no admission charge to the exhibit, other than during the Artist Reception. Artists: This is a juried exhibit, so you are encouraged to submit your best works. Though there is no theme for ArtExplosion 2009, all accepted works will be judged and prizes will be awarded for the Best of Show, People's Choice and Best in Class. You need not be a member of ArtsUnited to participate, however, this is a showcase of artists from the Gay and Lesbian Community. Visual artists who wish to participate must complete and submit an application by fax (954-567-1439), mail or in person to ArtsUnited, 1350 East Sunrise Blvd, Suite 145, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 on or before January 28, 2009 to be considered. Application fees are $20 for nonmembers, and are waived for members of ArtsUnited in good standing. All works must be ready to hang or display, have the title and artist indicated on the back, and be delivered to ArtServe, 1350 East Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale 33304 on Saturday January 31, between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM for consideration. Artists with works not accepted for the exhibit will be contacted on Saturday, January 31, 2009, and need to return to Artserve to claim those items by 1:00 PM Sunday, February 1, 2009. Performers: ArtExplosion encourages local talent to appear at the Opening Reception. We have two stages, one for spoken word, and another for musical and vocal performances. We also encourage performance art of all types to perform throughout the event. Performers are asked to perform no more than 15 minutes There is no audition required, nor is there a payment fee involved, It is a great opportunity to promote your talent and/or business. Performers wishing to perform are asked to submit their application to ArtsUnited by February 4, 2009 to be included. Authors: Authors and poets wishing to read from their books and participate in the book signing at the ArtExplosion Opening Reception are encouraged to do so. We have several tables for author signings, and a room dedicated to readings. Each writer is given 15 minute to read from his work. Authors and Poets of all levels, emerging or professional, are encouraged to participate. For more information contact keith@artsunitedonline.org. Applications are available on the Download Page.