Lean on Me: Everyday Acts of Humanity (A Juried Exhibition)

Rockaway Artists Alliance seeks artwork that depicts, embodies or promotes the theme of help for this juried exhibition. The exhibition will take place at T7 Gallery at historic Fort Tilden in NYC from May 17th - June 21st, 2025. Artists are invited to respond to the theme of help in light of 2025's crises including the LA fires, North Carolina floods, record high numbers of people experiencing homelessness, and ongoing military conflicts, as well as personal devastation such as loss of a loved one, economic instability, or mental unwellness. The exhibition seeks work, both abstract or figurative, that explores the complexity of the helping relationship and sheds light on an issue or emotion occurring within the setting of providing assistance in its various forms. All proceeds after operating expenses will be donated to the LA Arts Community Fire Relief Fund.

Application Requirements: Contact information including name, email, phone number, address, website, and optional social media handles; artist resume or CV; artist biography; artist statement; and up to five images with complete descriptions including title, date, media, dimensions, and price. Work must be available for the duration of the exhibition and installation/deinstallation period (April 18th - June 21st, 2025).

Eligibility: All US-based artists are welcome to apply. Artists from the Rockaway Peninsula, Queens, and NYC are especially welcome. Artists in Los Angeles, CA and North Carolina affected by recent weather crises are eligible for waived application fees; contact [email protected] for a coupon code before applying. Entry fee: $30.00. Media fee: $20.00. Submit 3-5 images through the CAFE portfolio.