Animalia

Arts Benicia invites artists to submit artwork for Animalia, a juried exhibition showcasing artists' representations of the animal world, including the place of the human species and human activity within the larger animal universe. Both real and imagined interpretations are welcomed. The exhibition runs October 26 - December 15, 2024, with Isabella Kirkland as juror.

All 2D and 3D media are accepted, including video files. 2D work may not exceed 36" in width or 72" in height, including the frame. 3D work may not exceed a 36" x 36" footprint with a 35-pound weight limit for hanging work and 300-pound floor weight limit. Artists may submit up to 6 artworks with one application. Entry fee is $35 for non-members ($25 for members) for the first artwork, plus $5 for each additional entry. Images must be 1 MB minimum and 5 MB maximum per file.

Deadline for entries is August 12, 2024 at 10:59 PM Pacific Time. Jurying occurs August 14-24, with artist notification by August 28. Hand delivery of artwork is October 10; shipped artwork delivery is October 8-11. Opening public reception is Saturday, October 26, 4-6 PM. In-person artwork pickup is December 17, 1-4 PM (or by appointment); shipped artwork returns December 17-20. Arts Benicia is located at 1 Commandant's Lane, Benicia, CA 94510. Gallery hours are Thursday-Sunday, 1:00-5:00 PM during exhibitions. Contact [email protected] or 707-747-0131 with questions.