Femme Form | Feb 20 - Mar 8

Artwork Submission here: https://forms.gle/h11rfBXmZotcqfXh8

Submission Cost: $25 per artwork 

Currated by: Kitty Boots

Exhibition Dates: Feb 20 - Mar 8, 2025
Location: Saint Marks Arts, 4 Saint Marks Place, East Village, NYC
 

Femme Form is a group exhibition dedicated to exploring the multifaceted representation of the female form and the power of the feminine perspective in art. From ancient sculptures to contemporary installations, the female form has been a cornerstone of artistic expression, symbolizing beauty, strength, and resilience. This show invites artists to engage with this enduring subject, not only through depictions of the body but also through works that embody the feminine experience and lens. By doing so, Femme Form celebrates the diversity of stories and interpretations that women and allies bring to the arts.

The history of women in the arts is as rich as it is complex. For centuries, women were excluded from formal training and major institutions, yet they persisted, creating works that redefined cultural and aesthetic boundaries. During the Renaissance, female artists like Artemisia Gentileschi used their talents to subvert traditional narratives, and in the modern era, figures such as Georgia O'Keeffe, Frida Kahlo, and the abstract expressionists of the 20th century broke new ground. These artists not only celebrated the female form but also expressed personal, political, and social themes through their work. Femme Form takes place during Women’s History Month, creating a platform to honor this legacy while encouraging contemporary artists to build upon it.

As you consider applying to this exhibition, reflect on how your work engages with the themes of femininity, identity, and empowerment. Whether through classical depictions of the body, abstract explorations of emotion, or pieces inspired by personal or cultural narratives, this is an opportunity to contribute to the ongoing dialogue around the feminine in art. How can your work honor the trailblazing women who came before while paving new paths for the future? Femme Form invites you to celebrate the strength, beauty, and complexity of the feminine form and perspective in all its manifestations.

We invite emerging and established artists to submit works in any medium, including:
• Painting
• Sculpture
• Digital Art
• Video/Projection
• Mixed Media
• Performance Art
 
All submissions should align with the exhibition’s theme of envisioning the future.
 
Details and How to Apply 
• Deadline for Submissions: Feb 12, 2025
• Accepted Media: All media types are welcome.
• Application Fee: $25 per submission
• Submission Requirements:
• Artist Statement (keep it short - 500 words max)
• High-resolution images of the work(s) Title format for images: Name_Title_Year, Dimensions (BillBurns_Future_2024_54x54)
• Artwork description, including dimensions, materials, and year of creation
• Opening Reception: Feb 20, 6pm - 8pm
• Only submit work that is available for the entire duration of the exhibition.
• No artwork can be withdrawn before the show closes.
• No price changes will be allowed after submission.
• If the final work does not match the submitted images, Saint Marks Arts reserves the right to exclude it from the exhibition.
• Saint Marks Arts reserves the right to exclude work that arrives in poor condition or is too fragile for display.
• Priority consideration will be given to members of Saint Marks Arts. If you’re not yet a member, we encourage you to join for $50 to receive priority consideration and exclusive benefits for future exhibitions.  Become a member at www.saintmarksarts.com. 

Artwork Delivery and Collection Details
• In-person Drop-off Times @ 4 Saint Marks Plc: 
             ~ Sat, Feb 15 , 4 PM – 7 PM 
             ~ Tues, Feb 18 1 PM – 2 PM
• All artwork must be received by Tues, Feb 18. 
• Pick-up: Sat, Mar 8,  4 PM – 8 PM  
• Artwork must be picked up by the end of the day on Mar 8, Saint Marks Arts is not responsible for the shipping of unsold work. 
• Artwork not collected by Mar 8, will incur a storage fee.

Liability
Artists are responsible for taking out insurance policies on their own artwork while it is displayed at Saint Marks Arts. The Collective cannot be held liable for any damage, loss, or theft of the artwork.

Indemnification Clause
By submitting artwork to Saint Marks Arts, the artist agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Saint Marks Arts, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including but not limited to attorney fees) arising out of or in connection with the exhibition of the artist's work. This includes, but is not limited to, claims related to copyright infringement, bodily injury, or property damage. The artist acknowledges and agrees that Saint Marks Arts is not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of any artwork, and it is the artist's responsibility to secure appropriate insurance coverage for their artwork while it is displayed at Saint Marks Arts.

Collective Responsibilities

• We will provide the large gallery space at 4 Saint Marks Place for the exhibition.
• We will create an info sheet & price list
• We will create instagram posts and have an email marketing campaign to promote the show.
• We will handle all sales, retaining a commission of 30% as agreed for in gallery purchase
• We will use best efforts via in person contact to sell your artwork!
•  For sales represented by Artsy, artist will receive 50% of the sale price

Questions/Comments info@saintmarksart.com.