Growth: Art in Flight 2023

Growth: Art in Flight 2023 is an exhibition exploring themes of change through a hopeful lens. Artists are invited to create work that explores ideas of growth, progress, and resilience, representing either personal self-growth or growth observed in the world around them. Artworks can feature traditional media such as painting and drawing, with alternative approaches to mixed media or fiber arts also encouraged.

Selected artworks will be on display in two of Southwest Florida International Airport's concourses for six months from September 2023 through February 2024. The exhibition is open to all Florida residents. All 2-D mediums are considered, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, collage, and photography. Only original artwork is accepted; no giclees. All artwork must be at least 18x24 inches when framed but not exceed 40 inches in any direction. Gallery-wrapped canvas does not need to be framed.

Entry fee is $25.00 plus a $5.00 media fee. Submissions must include 1-3 digital images uploaded online. Alliance for the Arts members can use code Member10 to receive $10 off the entry fee. Deadline for entries is September 4, 2023. Notification of acceptance or rejection will be sent September 9, 2023. Accepted work must be delivered to the Alliance for the Arts by September 21, 2023, wired and ready to hang, labeled with artist name, title, medium, and price. Contact [email protected] for questions.