New Art in Austin

The Austin Museum of Art (AMOA) is accepting artists' submissions for the exhibition "New Art in Austin," which will be on view at AMOA-Downtown from February 26 - May 22, 2011. The fourth in a triennial showcase, "New Art in Austin" introduces emerging and lesser-known artists from Central Texas whose work stretches the boundaries of contemporary art. A statewide curatorial team will evaluate the work of local artists made over the past three years. Through this exhibition of cutting-edge work in a variety of media and its accompanying catalogue, the museum seeks to create a dialogue about contemporary art in Austin and attract attention to artists within the community.

Eligible artists must live within fifty miles of the Capitol at the time of application and exhibition. They must not have had a solo show in a major mainstream exhibition venue in the area. Artists of any age may apply. Work in all media is eligible. Only work made since 2008 will be considered for exhibition. A preference will be given to new work that has never been exhibited and proposals for new projects.

Submission materials include five digital images, an artist statement of no more than 1,000 characters, and bio/resume including solo and group exhibitions within the last ten years. Artists working with time-based media may provide a web link in the artist statement or mail a DVD of their work by the deadline. Curatorial reviewers will watch only 5 minutes of time-based work. The entry fee is $20.00. Rejected materials will be returned only if a SASE is provided. Studio visits for select artists are scheduled for mid-September 2010, with artist notification on October 1, 2010. Exhibition installation is February 14-25, 2011.