And Still it Remains: A Long COVID Exhibition, was conceptualized by an RN/artist who is a Long COVID survivor. We are using this exhibition to bring more public and medical awareness to Long COVID and create a sense of community among Long COVID survivors.

2020 changed the course of many people’s lives here in the US and around the world with the devastating COVID-19 pandemic. Long COVID or long-haul COVID is a group of health problems persisting or developing after an initial period of COVID-19 infection. Symptoms can last weeks, months or years and are often debilitating. Long COVID is characterized by a large number of symptoms that sometimes disappear and then reappear. Commonly reported symptoms of long COVID are fatigue, memory problems, shortness of breath, and sleep disorder that persist. 

Many artists and creatives have been affected by this. So with the opportunity to create artwork about their experiences, we welcome those who have been affected by Long COVID or who are still living with it, to apply to this exhibition. 

Artworks Center for Contemporary Art (ACCA) is the largest studio artist community in Northern Colorado dedicated to advancing contemporary arts. With desirable studio and gallery space, artists are free to work solo or take advantage of collaborative opportunities. We are a non-profit 501 (c) 3 and rely on the generous support of donors, patrons, and artists like you.

Before completing your application, please review the eligibility criteria and terms of submission. To complete the application, you will need to gather all relevant information about the pieces you are submitting.

Application Requirements

1. Artwork must be your original work. Reproductions of your artwork, including giclée prints and reproduction prints on wrapped canvas, are not eligible. Giclée prints of photographs or digital media are eligible.

2. Artwork must be created within the past 5 years (2020 - 2025).

3. Artwork must not have been previously shown at ACCA.

4. Framed and/or 2D work must be ready to hang with a hanging wire or D-rings and should not exceed 3 feet at its width and weigh less than 70 lbs.

5. Sculpture should not exceed 6 feet in any one direction.

6. Installations and new media pieces are encouraged to apply. Artwork must be accompanied with detailed instructions for install. 

7. No Artwork Substitutions: Delivered artwork from the invited artists must be the specific art pieces selected in the jury process. No substitutions for other art pieces are allowed. Images and information provided in the CAFE application must be representative of the work. Accepted work may be refused if the quality or information does not meet standards.

For specific questions regarding eligibility please email  galleries@artworksloveland.org

Submission Guidelines: 

1. Non-refundable entry fee of $20 for up to 4 pieces.

2. Artist statement should be no longer than 300 words speaking about your piece and experience with Long COVID. 

3. Images may be JPG files only. New media files must fit requirements set by Call For Entry site. 

4. Crop images to exclude framing and background.

5. Images must represent the work exactly.

Delivery and Return of Accepted Work:

1. As a non-profit art center, ACCA does not provide shipping stipends. The artist is responsible for shipping costs both to and from the exhibition. 

2. Shipped work should arrive no later than May 1st, 2025. Artists must provide a pre-paid return shipping label. Ship work in sturdy, reusable crates, cartons or boxes. Work will be returned in the container and materials in which it arrived.

3. Artwork may be hand-delivered May 1-2, 12:30pm - 4:30pm.

4. ACCA provides insurance for artworks while on premises.

5. ACCA is not responsible for damage or loss during transport.

6. ACCA does not have art storage facilities. Artwork not picked up by local artists after 5 days of the closing will be considered abandoned and deemed the property of ACCA--unless artists make arrangements beforehand.  

Contact galleries@artworksloveland.org for more information or questions pertaining shipping. 

Installation Requirements:

All artwork must be ready to hang or install in a professional manner. Frames, mats, and wiring must be of professional quality, in good condition and substantial enough for the weight of the artwork. Saw-tooth hangers are not accepted because they are not stable and difficult to level. Maximum weight of any 2D art work or relief is 70 lbs. Fragile work must be labeled and include protective materials as needed along with included installation instructions. Work may be refused if ACCA is unable to install, hang professionally, or properly protect the artwork from standard wear and movement.

Work that needs to be set up for installation or has multiple components must be accompanied by a diagram and/or instructions, or the artist may be asked to personally install more complicated pieces. 

For 4-D and other time-based media, if your audio or video is publicly available online, please enter a URL link to embed the audio in your CaFE portfolio, such as Youtube or Vimeo  

Important note for 4D or time-based artists: Accepted artists must provide equipment to display the work (video monitors are preferred; projectors are difficult to hang from the ceiling in the gallery however projectors may be easily placed on a pedestal that we provide). Headphones are required--works cannot disrupt viewing of other artist's works. Please provide video or computer monitors and/or other playback equipment at the time of drop off/delivery. Questions? Please email galleries@artworksloveland.org

IMPORTANT DATES:

Application deadline: Friday, April 11th, 2025

Artists Notified: Week of April 14th, 2025

Exhibition dates: May 9, 2025- June 28, 2025

Artwork Delivered by: May 1st, 2025

Opening Reception: Friday, May 9th, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Sales:

ACCA takes a 40% commission on anything sold during the duration of the exhibition. If artwork is sold, artists will receive payment after the close of the exhibition. Artwork does not need to be for sale to be selected for the exhibition, but is encouraged. 

Questions? Please email galleries@artworksloveland.org

Eligibility Criteria

1.All artists 18 years and older may apply. 

2. All media are eligible. Please refer to size restrictions.

3. All applications must be completed online through CaFE; no emailed submissions or late applications will be considered.