How are You?

How are You? is an exhibition seeking visual artwork made in 2020 from San Francisco Bay Area artists. After one of the most tumultuous years in modern history, the exhibition asks artists to submit work that expresses both individual and collective voices. The visual arts can serve as a source of empathetic processing for the public's wellbeing. Themes may include, but are not limited to: loss, growth, fear, resiliency, current events, and unity. A range of artworks from literal to abstract will be considered.

Eligibility is limited to San Francisco Bay Area artists only (artist must live within 100 miles from San Rafael, California). Artwork must not exceed 50" including frame, stand, and all materials. The exhibition is open to all visual arts media. Video must be silent (or include headphones) and include player and monitor under 36"; projections are prohibited. Original artwork only—no giclées or reproductions. Editions are acceptable if they are original works such as printmaking, photography, or limited original digital art. Submissions must not have previously exhibited in the AWD 1337 Gallery. Artwork must be for sale. The entry fee is $40 for up to 3 entries, with discounts provided for AWD Artist Members.

Notification of acceptance will be sent by email December 10–12. Accepted work must be hand-delivered December 17–19, 10am–4pm to Art Works Downtown, 1337 Fourth St., San Rafael. The exhibition runs January 8–February 21, 2021, with receptions and virtual art walks on January 8 and February 12 at 6pm. Unsold artwork may be picked up February 25–28, 1–4pm. Art Works Downtown accepts a 40% donation upon sale. Artists who do not retrieve their work will be charged a storage fee of $3.00 per day; works remaining after 30 days will become property of Art Works Downtown.