Colorado Asians

In honor of Asian Pacific month, celebrated in May, Artworks Center for Contemporary Art is seeking a wide cross-section of artists who identify as Asian/Pacific American and have a direct relationship to Colorado. The intent of this group exhibition is to provide a platform for historically marginalized storytelling to destabilize myths surrounding the invisibility of Asians in the West. The exhibition aims to broadly contextualize the work within the largely overlooked legacy of Asian immigrants in Colorado, starting with Chinese Pioneers in the late 1800s, followed by subsequent waves caused by internment, political instability, and ultimately, the search for economic opportunity.

Considering the current socio-political climate, the goal is to collectively represent Asian Americans in Colorado in order to reframe the narrative surrounding their past and present contributions to the vitality and growth of the state. The exhibition will showcase underrepresented local artists and physically situate their work in a historically homogenous, agricultural hub in Northern Colorado. Sense of place will play a central role in how site specificity impacts art in conscious and subconscious ways.

All artists age 18+ are encouraged to apply. Artwork must be professional in context and presentation. Only online entries will be accepted. Artists who plan to ship artwork are responsible for handling shipment and shipping expenses. Artworks Loveland does not provide storage for large crates. Entry fee: $30. Work sample requirements: 1-6 images, 0-3 audio files, 0-3 video files, 1-12 total samples. Submissions due March 1, 11:59pm MST. Notifications: March 12. Exhibition dates: April 9-May 29.