FAQ

How do I measure my work of art?

Measurements should be in inches, rounded to the nearest 0.125 (1/8th) of an inch. Dimensions should be given in the following format: Height x Width x Depth. For performance and time-based media you may input zeros in the dimension field but please provide a description of your space requirements in the technical description file for your respective medium within the application.

Note that space limitations and technical feasibility will be considered during the jurying process for all works of art submitted including time-based media and performance. 2D works should not exceed 48 inches wide and 60 inches high, inclusive of frame, and weigh up to 100 lbs. 3D works can measure up to 6 feet in height and 4 feet in width and depth, inclusive of all components, and weigh up to 150 lbs.

What if the application fee poses a financial barrier to me?

There will be a fee of $25 for submission of one artwork or $35 for the submission of two artworks. Submission Fees are nonrefundable. If the fee poses a financial barrier to submitting, please use code PHILLIPS to have the fee waived.

What towns/cities qualify for the Washington, DC-Baltimore Metropolitain areas?

For the purpose of this call the Washington, D.C.–Baltimore metropolitan areas are inclusive of the District of Columbia; Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church cities, VA; Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties, VA; and Baltimore City, MD; Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Howard, Montgomery, Prince George's, and Queen Anne's Counties, MD.

I am a performance artist. If my work has not been exhibited before or there is no documentation of a past performance, what do I submit for images?

Please submit sketches and/or images of planned costuming, props, etc. All applications are required to submit three still images. Images provided may be used for the exhibition’s publication and promotion.

I am a time-based media or video artist. Do I still need to submit an image of my artwork?

Yes, please provide stills of your video work and/or installation images of your artwork installed. If selected, these will be used in interpretative material accompanying the exhibition including the exhibition’s publication and promotion.

I am having technical issues with my ArtCall Submission.

Please refer to the following tutorial on how to create an ArtCall profile and submit a work of art:

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