Call-for-Proposals for a Themed Exhibit: “Transparent”

EAST LANSING, Mich. - East Lansing's alternative art space, (SCENE) Metrospace announces a call-for-proposals for an upcoming exhibit of artwork themed around the word “transparent.” (SCENE) is seeking the broadest interpretation of this word, with an equal emphasis on both literal and non-literal translations of the word “transparent.” All artists over the age of 18 are invited to participate. Applications will be accepted through Monday, February 18, 2008.

“Transparent” may be interpreted through an assortment of medias and styles including but not limited to: graphic design, photography, collage, painting, installation, drawing, sculpture, performance, video, and sound. Artwork in any media or any combination of media will be reviewed. Artists of all types are invited to submit current, original works for this exhibit. The exhibit will take place from March 7, 2008 through April 20, 2008.

Entry materials must include a current artist's biography and/or artist resume, as well as an artistic statement to accompany the proposed artwork(s). Proposals may include images (.jpegs or .gifs) of actual or representative works, either on a CD mailed to the address above, or e-mailed to scenemetrospace@gmail.com. All entry materials are due Monday, February 18, 2008 in order to be considered for exhibit (submissions with missing information cannot be considered). Artists must also include an SASE for the return of their materials. There is no entrance fee. Early submissions are encouraged.

(SCENE) Metrospace is located at 110 Charles Street, in the lower level of the colorful Division Street parking structure. (SCENE) is open Thursdays from 2-5 PM, Fridays and Saturdays from 2-9 PM, and Sundays from 12-4 PM during scheduled exhibits. For more information, please visit www.scenemetrospace.com or contact Peter Richards at (517) 319-6832.

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