DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) New series of fine art exhibitions in partnership with the Mandarin Oriental of Washington, DC

Dear Artists,

This summer, the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) is embarking on a new series of fine art exhibitions in partnership with the Mandarin Oriental of Washington, DC. As part of the series, a fall exhibition entitled Omnipresence will be mounted to focus attention on the contemporary art explorations and influences from Black artists within the Washington art community. To continue building on the established bond between the Black Artists of DC (BADC) and DCCAH, we would like to extend an invitation to each BADC member to submit up to ten (10) images for consideration for this exhibition. The deadline for submission is August 27, 2010 at 7PM. It will be an honor to present the artistic contributions of the Black Artists of DC to the international and diplomatic patrons of the Mandarin Oriental as well as the influx of attendees to the 40th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus. Our primary goals for this initiative are to highlight the work of Washingtonian artists, expand the District art collection, and raise the profile of DCCAH grantee artists.

Through this show, selected artists will have the opportunity to exhibit in the Mandarin Art Gallery from September 10, 2010 through October. An opening reception on September 15th will coincide with opening of the CBC Conference as the exhibition will be a centerpiece to a sequence of concurrent programs planned by the Mandarin. The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is also interested in acquiring outstanding works at the close of this show for the District’s Art Bank collection. Please find the application form and information packet attached to this letter. We look forward to a robust response and the opportunity to become more familiar with your work.

Sincerely,


Gloria Nauden
Executive Director

Ayris Scales
Deputy Director


Theme:
The theme and title for this exhibition is Omnipresence. Artists are encouraged to approach this concept from any angle. What is your visual interpretation of Omnipresence? In your personal experience, what is present in all places at all times? Are there ubiquitous cultural manifestations that you have observed in your travels or study? Or is there someone whose influence or persona you seem to encounter at every turn? Responses can range from the spiritual to comical, realistic to abstract.

Artwork:
Two and three-dimensional works including, but not limited to prints, drawings, mixed media compositions, paintings, photographs, ceramics, and moveable sculptures will be considered. Each artist is allowed to submit up to ten works for consideration.

Selection Process:
A panel of distinguished art professionals will review submitted images and make preliminary selections. Studio visits will be conducted to make final selections.

Calendar:
August 27: Deadline for submission. Entries must be received no later than 7PM.
Week of August 30: Preliminary selection and notification to artists.
Week of August 30: Studio visits to make final selections.
September 6: Delivery of selected works to DCCAH.
September 15: Opening reception.

Send all materials to:
Mandarin Art Gallery Exhibition
Attention: Zoma Wallace, Art Bank Coordinator
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
1371 Harvard Street, NW Washington, DC 20009

For More Information Contact:
Zoma Wallace, Art Bank Coordinator
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
Zoma.Wallace@dc.gov
(202)724-5613





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