Revealing Culture

Revealing Culture is an international juried exhibition by artists with disabilities, seeking visual artists interested in participating in the VSA arts International Festival to be held in 2010. The exhibition will be the most comprehensive survey of international artists with disabilities brought to the United States and will showcase approximately 50 artists from around the world at the International Gallery of the Smithsonian Institution.

Eligibility is open to artists ages 18 and over who have a physical, cognitive, or mental disability. Work entered must be completed after the onset of disability and within the last five years. Eligible media include two- and three-dimensional art (painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking), craft (jewelry, textile, glass), digital art, installation, and time-based media (video, film). Fragile or precious materials that cannot withstand handling, storage, and transportation will not be accepted. Artists should not submit artwork that contains religious or political themes, inappropriate language, or excessive nudity.

Applicants are required to submit four separate works of art for consideration as JPEG images through the CaFE system. There is no entry fee. The submission deadline is May 8, 2009 at midnight MST. A panel of distinguished practicing artists and arts administrators will review submissions and select artists based on aesthetic merit. Selected artists will have additional opportunities for involvement in the 2010 VSA arts International Festival activities, workshops, and demonstrations. For assistance, contact Jennifer Wexler at (202) 628-2800, ext. 3885, or [email protected].