Location 1980: Animal Spirit

Location 1980, a contemporary artist-run gallery located in Costa Mesa, California, invites both local and national artists to submit original works of art for the 2015 exhibit titled Animal Spirit. Artists can enter up to two pieces for consideration; every medium is encouraged to enter.

The gallery seeks to celebrate the mystique and spirit of animals through a collection of diverse pieces of art. All works of art that portray animals will be considered. Artists are welcome to include a description of how their piece relates to the spirit of the animal being portrayed.

Entry deadline is August 1, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. MDT. Entry fee is $35.00 per submission. Work sample requirements: submit 1-2 images. Selected artists will be notified by August 10, 2015. Artwork must be received by August 30, 2015, ready to hang or display with a maximum weight of 50 lbs. Artwork received via mail: artist is responsible for shipping costs and must include a return shipping prepaid postage label. All artwork must remain on display during the entire show unless sold. Location 1980 retains 30% commission on any work sold during the exhibition. The gallery retains the right to reject any work that does not meet quality standards or does not match the images supplied by the artist. Jury selection will be conducted by Brett Douglas (partner), Tracey Moloney (gallerist), and Veronica Ready (gallerist).