REFINED: Back to Basics

REFINED: Back to Basics calls to metalworking and jewelry artists to use metalworking and jewelry techniques to both glorify craftsmanship and provide relevant content in their work. As contemporary artists, participants are encouraged to nod to the traditions of metalworking's past while leaving a definable mark for future generations. The exhibition celebrates the many themes and working practices of metalworking artists from across the world.

This exhibition is open to any artists whose jewelry responds to the theme. All work must be original and completed within the last two years. Submitted works are open to a full range of processes and materials. A maximum of five entries per artist is permitted, with two views of each work allowed (second views and detail shots must be clearly labeled as view #2). Two-dimensional work may not exceed 60 inches in its longest dimension nor weigh more than 75 lbs. Artists may not substitute another work for an accepted work, alter a work or the sales price, nor withdraw a work after it has been accepted.

Entry fee is $35.00. Submit 1-10 images. Application deadline: November 6, 2009. Notification via email: December 8, 2009. Accepted entries due: January 11, 2010. Exhibition dates: January 30 - March 20, 2010. Opening reception: January 30, 2010. Artwork returned to artist: April 5, 2010. Juror: Lisa Gralnick, artist and professor of art at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. At least $1,500 will be awarded at the juror's discretion. A publication will accompany the exhibit. Artists must arrange and pay for shipment of their work and any insurance coverage during shipment. The SFA Gallery will pay for the return shipment of the work to artists using the carrier of the SFA Gallery's choice.