Open Call to Artists

syn·the·sis: digital craft
June 8 - August 3, 2024  

Hayloft Gallery, Floyd Center for the Arts  

This national call is looking for works that were created by taking advantage of all forms of computer technology including; AI,  rapid prototyping, computer-aided design, 3D scanning, laser cutting and engraving, and subtractive processes such as computer numerically controlled routers and mills. The “hand” of the computer, however, may not necessarily be evident at first glance, and in some ways this exhibition represents the anti-digital exhibition as selected artists, designers, and craftspeople seek to fully absorb and understand how analog influences inform the digital to create work that might be categorized as digital craft.

The work presented investigates the future of craft and the implications of merging traditional craft with digital processes and how these hybrid objects inform the age in which we live. 

This is a national, juried call, and all accepted works will be exhibited in our main gallery space from Saturday, June 8, through Saturday, August 3, 2024. All relevant media will be considered for jurying. Artists are responsible for shipping or delivering work to FCA and for any return shipping. There will be no substitutions allowed. First, second, and third place awards will be granted, as well as a “People’s Choice” award. To participate in this exhibition, a nonrefundable application fee of $25 is required. Artists may apply beginning March 13, 2024, with a deadline of May 3, 2024. Any questions may be submitted via email to programming@floydartcenter.org or by phone.  

Application Requirements

Visit www.callforentry.org to submit your images or visit our website to do so. A total of FIVE (5)  works of art may be submitted per artist. Submitted digital images should represent the skill level and unique voice of each artist’s work. All submitted works must be available to be shown at this  exhibition; however, not all submissions may be accepted into the exhibition. Video entries  cannot be accepted. Review and acceptance of the artist field will be performed by the juror, Frankie Flood. Artists will be notified of acceptance by May 14, 2024.

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all artists 18 years of age or older.