Good Morning/Mourning America
Multi-Media Exhibition at Gallery 440 (440 S. Main St., Fort Worth, TX 76104) with Closing Reception at The Modern (auditorium) on August 28, 2025.
A six-day, juried, multi-media exhibition entitled Good Morning/Mourning America will open August 22, 2025, at Gallery 440 at 440 S. Main St. in Fort Worth and conclude August 28, 2025. Good Morning/Mourning Americais a multi-media, juried exhibition of art, music and word that brings to light the many creative and varied perspectives concerning the nation’s current political and cultural climate. A gallery talk and digital catalog of all selected submissions will accompany the exhibition. Additionally, a closing reception for the exhibition will be hosted at The Modern at 3200 Darnell Street on August 28, 2025. This reception will showcase the exhibition’s most memorable and impactful images and musical or spoken word performances, along with a moderated panel discussion and question-and-answer period. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
General Description of the Exhibition:
The Good Morning/Mourning America multi-media exhibition offers a basis to explore in depth the emotion and creativity sparked by today’s current political and cultural climate. Whether perspectives of division, abrasion or balm, art and its imagery have a way of evoking and perhaps bridging discord in ways that words cannot. With the title of the exhibition — Good Morning/Mourning America — acting as the sole prompt, works of art, music and written word (poetry, essays) will be solicited by those residing in Texas and curated for both balance and representative and unique perspectives. This exhibition, supplemented by a guided panel discussion and digital catalog, seeks to bring members of the surrounding community together to facilitate individual and collective reflection, spark curiosity, and perhaps bridge to a reality that we may have more in common than not. As Katherine Porter wrote:
The Details
This is a call to artists and creators to submit entries for Good Morning/Mourning America.
Gallery 440 in partnership with Immergent invites artists, essayists, poets, musicians and other creators to submit works of art according to the following guidelines that represent a range of personal expressions and points of view on the title theme: Good Morning/Mourning America.
CONSIDERED DISCIPLINES:
Visual Art Media:
All visual art media are welcome, including painting, sculpture, photography, digital art and mixed media that can be placed/represented on a 12"x12" wooden panel.* The initial submission for juried review will be a rendering or sketch concept and must include a graphical representation or JPEG of the proposed image accompanied by a full textual description. The rendering and its description must be an accurate representation of the artwork to be presented on a 12"x12" panel and must reflect an original piece of art. Original art is any piece/creation considered to be an authentic example of the works of an artist rather than a replica or imitation.
*Upon successful acceptance of the work for inclusion, prefabricated panels will be provided for the actual submission. When delivered, the work must arrive ready to install, including any instructions for hanging. Artists are responsible for insurance of their artwork if they choose. Artists are also responsible for the cost of shipping the artwork to and from Gallery 440, 440 S. Main St., including any taxes that may be incurred.
Writing Submissions
All written submissions of up to three poems per person or one essay no longer than 3,000 words are welcome. Diverse voices are encouraged.
Music Submissions
All original music submissions are welcome if delivered in the following format: MP3. Please submit one of the following: original lyrics, ideas for a new composition, rough recording or final recording of your original song by 5/19. Select artists will have the opportunity to perform their track live or play their recorded track at the exhibition closing reception at The Modern on August 28, 2025.
Call for Entries Open Date: April 7, 2025
Fee: $45.00 (Entry Fee)
Entry Deadline: May 19, 2025
Call Type: Exhibitions
Eligibility: Open to artists and creators of all levels and experience, residing in Texas.
Event Dates: 8/22/25 - 8/28/25
Venue(s): Gallery 440, 440 S. Main St., Fort Worth, TX 76104 with closing reception at The Modern (auditorium), 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth, TX 76107
Submission Deadline for Juried Review: May 19, 2025
Submission Method:
For artwork, a graphical rendering or digital image (minimum 1200 pixels) to fit on a 12"x12" max size panel and a brief artist statement (maximum 200 words) and artist resume including biography, educational background and exhibition record to be uploaded through our online portal: [Link to Online Portal]
For written and musical submissions, upload through our online portal.
After Submission
Jury Selection and Notification to Artist and Creator: May 30, 2025
- The jury will review submissions between: May 19-30, 2025
- Formal acceptance and notification of invitation into the exhibition: May 30, 2025
- Upon notification of formal acceptance into the show, a prefabricated wooden 12x12 panel will be provided to all visual art makers: The wooden panels will be available for pick up between June 1-6, 2025 during normal business hours at Gallery 440, 440 S. Main St., Fort Worth, TX 76104 with final delivery to the gallery on or before August 11, 2025.
- All submissions, regardless of media due: Along with a cover letter describing the submission, any written requirements for hanging or installation, and a resume or professional summary including contact information, a detailed history of exhibitions, commissions and collections (if any) along with any relevant awards, publications and residencies.
More Important Information
Juried Prize: The Jury will select one winner for each category (art, written word, music) with the selected creator receiving a cash prize of $500 and work to be showcased at the closing reception on August 28, 2025
Reception: August 28, 2025, The Modern (auditorium), 3200 Darnell St., Fort Worth, TX 76107
Exhibition Ends: August 28, 2025
Sales: All visual art submissions will be made available for sale by Gallery 440 and competitively priced according to existing markets and comparable artists and works. Eighty percent (80%) of sale proceeds will be returned to the artist.
Pick Up Artwork By: On or before September 2, 2025 at Gallery 440, 440 S. Main St,. Fort Worth, Texas 76104.
Publicity: A press release and multi-pronged approach will be used, including social media promotion, email marketing, local listings, and potentially print or radio advertising.
Contact: For questions, please contact Elizabeth Martin.
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