Viridian Artists is proud to present: Art From Detritus  

Entry Deadline : Thursday, March 9, 2023 (11:59pm) 

Exhibition Dates: March 28–April 22, 2023

Juror and Curator: Vernita Nemec: Executive Director of Exhibitions at Viridian artists.  

 Vernita Nemec is an artist & curator who has been creating exhibitions of Art from Detritus for over a decade and is the Executive Director of Viridian Artists in New York City.

Creating art from discarded materials is a crucial and responsible way that artists can reduce environmental harm. This exhibition will be juried & curated by Vernita Nemec, an artist & curator who has been creating exhibitions of Art from Detritus for over a decade and is the Executive Director of Viridian Artists in New York City.

Art From Detritus serves to enrich the dialogue between art and the lives of ordinary people because we all have too much trash. By focusing on recycling or "upcycling" as their method and source for creating, these artists will have made their artmaking serve as both a message and inspiration. This exhibit will reach beyond the art world, serving as a message not only about art, but also about recycling for the good of the environment. 

Accepted Work:  All Art must be made from primarily recycled material that would usually be thrown away & added to the landfills of the world. 

Size and Specifications: The exhibition will consist of two-dimensional and three- dimensional art works in all media. The size limitation for wall-hung work is 60 inches high by 40 inches wide (including frame.) Free-standing work may not exceed 30 inches wide by 30 inches deep by 60 inches high. Modular work or installations may be larger.

The show will be exhibited from March 28–April 22, 2023, with an opening reception on Thursday, March 30, 6-8pm

Application Requirements

The receipt of any entry will be understood to imply agreement on the part of the entrant with all conditions set forth in the prospectus. All accepted 2D work must be suitably framed and wired for hanging. Framing with plexiglass is preferred over framing with glass. If shipped artwork is framed with glass, please make certain that it is packed well and is protected with bubble wrap.  Sculptors may be required to supply pedestals where necessary. Complex installations may require the presence of the artist. Sales will be encouraged. The Gallery takes a 20% commission. Full-time students are not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

All Art must be made from primarily recycled material.