RECYCLED ART & RESOURCE EXPO
APRIL 7th & 8th, 2023
Exhibition: April 5th – 27th, 2024
Application Due: Friday, March 8, 2024 by 4pm – No Jury Fees!
Below is the application and guidelines for the recycled art exhibit. You may fill out the application online using the form at the bottom of this page, or download a PDF version of the application here.
We invite artists, businesses and organizations that focus on our environment and sustainability with a passion for recycled art to become a part of RARE. Allied Arts Membership is not required to apply for participation in RARE, but very appreciated. Click here to become a member.
Definition of recycled
For the purpose of RARE, we define recycled art as consisting of at least 75% materials that would otherwise have been thrown away if not for their creative use in art. The following are descriptions and expectations for each type of opportunity within the expo. If you have any questions please email gallery@alliedarts.org
Artist Exhibitors
You can jury to be a part of the ReArt Show held at the Allied Arts Gallery downtown. Artists may submit up to three fine art pieces for consideration to be included in the exhibit. Allied Arts Membership is not required to apply for participation, but very appreciated. Makers who create smaller multiples of the same item may have a small display on one of our pedestals in the gallery with more than three pieces. Display requirements will be discussed when accepted.
Special requirements – Artist exhibitor applicants must attach a long (100 word) and short (25 word) description of the work they plan to show and what the pieces are made of. Applicants must also provide at least 4 digital images (digital or hardcopy) of their work and accompanying image list to be reviewed by a jury.
Speakers
The role of speakers at RARE is to communicate the importance of recycled art. Speakers can include artists, sustainability experts, conservation activists etc. Topics can be broad but must have an emphasis on green themed artistic endeavors.
Special requirements – Please attach a description of what your speech will be about and a resumé of prior speaking engagements.
Performances
Live performances at Allied Arts Gallery April 7 and 8. We are looking for music and performing arts that fit the RARE theme, for example but not limited to a, “Stomp-like” musical theater performance (music made with garbage cans or other salvage materials), a musical performance powered by alternative energy, or even a recycled fashion show. The performing arts are often overlooked as recycled art and RARE is unique in that we want to be one of the first celebrations of recycled art to bring the performing arts to life.
Special requirements – Please attach a description of your proposed performance. You may also send us a audio/video recording of your performance. Include any facility requirements in your description. Performance locations are TBD and the information you provide will help us select the best venue. Please be aware that this a rain or shine event.
Business and Non-Profit Table
$50: 3’ x 6’ table in the Allied Arts Gallery for April (non-profit booths are $35). Business and Non-Profit tables will be a part of the Allied Arts exhibit. Businesses working in sustainable materials and products, and local non-profits can interact with the community and sell their wares. Special requirements Booth applicants must attach a long (25 word) description of the work they will be selling and what the items are made of to be used in publicity. Applicants must also provide at least 4 images (digital on a CD or printed hardcopy) of their work to be reviewed by a jury committee.