Mosaic Painting

This exhibition seeks works by artists whose mosaics blend the meticulous craftsmanship of mosaic work with the illusionistic qualities of painting. Submissions should employ techniques such as shading, perspective, and color blending that create the appearance of a painted image. Artists are encouraged to explore intricate details and subtle gradations of color, as well as mimic brush strokes and texture to achieve depth and dimensionality reminiscent of classical oil painting. Subject matter can vary widely and may include scenes from mythology, nature, and everyday life.

Wall mosaics must be mounted to a vertical flat surface as two-dimensional panels, bas-relief panels, or wall sculptures, measuring no wider than 36 inches total (including spacing between multi-sectional work) and weighing no more than 40 lbs. All work must be suitably framed with hardware ready for hanging. No saw tooth hangers or pressed wood frames are permitted. Free-standing mosaics must be sculptural or three-dimensional in form, measuring no more than 36 inches in any one dimension and weighing no more than 40 lbs, with installation-ready presentation and instructions if necessary.

Open to all artists working in contemporary mosaics. Each artist may enter up to three works. Entry fee is $30. Submissions must include artist statement, images/media of piece, artist bio, and entry fee. All work must be original, created by the artist, and completed within the past three years (2022-2024). Reproductions of ancient mosaics and copyrighted material are not permitted. Work must not have been previously shown at Monmouth University. Shipping/drop off of accepted work is the artist's responsibility. Participants will be notified by May 31. The exhibition runs in Monmouth University's Pollak Gallery from July 1 – August 23, 2024.