METALmorphosis: The Art of Transformation is a national, open-call show highlighting the amazing qualities of metal in all its forms—a sheet of silver, an ingot of gold, steel wire, or any other type of metal. Through a variety of processes and repetition, there is a transformative experience that requires attention from the artist, unique to the field of metals.

In partnership with the Colorado Metalsmithing Association (CoMA), The Art Students League of Denver (ASLD) invites all artists working in metals to participate. The entry fee of $40 will apply to all artists submitting work who are not current members of CoMA. Active members of CoMA may submit work to this show at a discounted price using the access code provided to you by CoMA. If you are not a current member of CoMA we encourage you to become a member HERE. Please submit no more than 3 pieces for jurying. You may enter a set as one item if they are being sold as a set, not individually. For example, you may enter a pair of earrings, a necklace, and a bracelet as your three entries or you may enter earrings, a necklace, and a bracelet together as one entry to be sold as a set. Sculptural work and wearable work will be considered if they are made of 60% metal.

For any questions or concerns regarding the submission process, please refer to the listing at callforentry.org or contact Holly K. Hurd, Community Engagement & Exhibitions Manager at h.hurd@asld.org or call (303)778-6990 ext. 1108.

Pricing & Commissions
Artwork submitted for this exhibition must be available for purchase. ASLD
retains a 40% commission on sales. At this time there is no size restriction, but
submissions are subject to available space.

Theme: METALmorphosis: The Art of Transformation
Medium: 60% Metalsmithed, Multi-discipline
Exhibit Dates: ALSD – September 27, 2024 – October 26, 2024
Reception : ASLD – September 27, 2024, 5:30pm
Online Call opens – April 22nd – July 15th
All Work Delivered to ASLD by September 16th
Artist Talk : October 11, 2024, 6pm
Contact: Holly K. Hurd, h.hurd@asld.org or 303.778.6990 x1108
Juror: Andy Cooperman

Application Requirements

Submission Guidelines

• Each artist must complete the CAFÉ Open Call Entry and Label form online or in person at the Registration office at the time of drop-off.
• Please attach one photo of each piece (maximum of 3) with your online submission form.
• Work must be ready-to-hang or install.
• Pedestals will be provided. Any additional equipment needed for display must be provided by the artist.
• Submissions that do not meet the theme and/or submission guidelines of the exhibit will be excluded at the discretion of the juror and/or exhibition curator.

Eligibility Criteria

All artists working in metals.