IRVINGTON — The Irvington Historical Society invites all artists to display an original work at the 2023 Presenting Irvington Artists. All pieces must be original, and they will consider 2D and 3D pieces.
The title of this show, Presenting Irvington Artists, harkens back to early 20th century art sales held in Carr Hall, which offered works by Irvington artists such as Forsyth, Wheeler, Polley and Morlan whose works will also be on display. The primary goal of this show will be to promote the current local artists (within 46219 and surrounding areas or ties to Irvington).
If selected, up to two works can be exhibited for a $10 fee. They do not have to be offered for sale. But if sold, there will be a gallery fee of 30% of the sale price applies. This fee supports the operation of the Bona Thompson Center. As a work sells, the artist may re-fill the space with another work. The works will be on display from Oct. 1 – Nov. 12 at the Bona Thompson plus presented in their digital gallery. Visitors will be able to vote for their favorite work. The work with the most votes will receive a “People’s Choice Award.”
Submission dates are July 20 – Sept. 13. On Sept. 15, the Irvington Historical Society selects participants. Works will be received at the Bona Sept. 23 and 24, and on Oct. 1, the exhibit opens. There will be a reception for the show on that date. On Oct. 22 at 2 p.m., the Irvington Founder’s and People’s Choice Awards will be presented. The works will hang until Nov. 12.
To register, visit irvingtonhistory.org/presenting-irvington-artists/ and download the registration form.