Abandoned Haunts & Curious Trappings 2025

Abandoned Haunts & Curious Trappings is a juried exhibition celebrating the October season, featuring hauntingly beautiful artworks. Artists nationwide are invited to submit original work in any media, including drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, collage, fabric work, glasswork, jewelry, and digital media. Maximum size is 36" x 36". All works must be original, human-created artworks; AI-generated art is not eligible. No reproductions are accepted except for photography and digital art. Works on paper may be matted and will be hung "Clothespin Style." Canvases must be wired for hanging. All jewelry must be framed. Framed pieces 16" x 20" and larger must have plexiglass instead of glass.

Each applicant may submit one piece for $35, with up to three additional pieces for $5 each. A maximum of one piece from each selected artist will be chosen for the exhibition. All art must be for sale; the gallery takes a 35% commission on sold pieces. The sale price must be provided during application and cannot be changed. The show will be judged by award-winning photographer Matthew Christopher of Abandoned America. Awards include First Prize ($200), Second Prize ($100), Third Prize ($50), and Honorable Mention.

The exhibition runs October 3 – November 2 at The Firefly Artists Gallery, 90 Main Street, Northport, NY. Selected works drop-off dates are September 27-30, with an art reception on October 16, 7pm-9pm. Artwork pickup is November 3 (12pm-5pm) and November 5 (12pm-8pm). A storage fee of $5 per day applies for pieces left beyond November 5. Physical drop-off and pickup are strongly preferred. If shipping, a prepaid return shipping label must be included. Artists are responsible for insuring their own works. Entry deadline is September 12, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.