galleryDK : Submissions

galleryDK presents work that refers to all experiences of urban life. Photographic or photo-based art examining, but not limited to, issues of social and urban pertinence such as transportation, consumerism, poverty, built environments and the urban space shall be considered for exhibition - on a rental or commission basis.

Call to Artists: Urban Evironmentalism – Brown

galleryDK is accepting submissions for a group photographic show examining environmental initiatives in the urban landscape. Photographers are invited to submit work and an artist's statement that investigates the browning of the urban environment. It the wake of increasing gas prices, emphasis on carbon footprints, and the initiative with recycling this show is focusing on what still needs to be done to reduce the negative impact pollution and its decay on urban life. Make the taken-for-granted visible.

Artists are asked to submit a maximum of three works in jpeg format on CD and an artist's statement, as well as a $25.00 submission fee, no later than May 14th, to:
"The Green City" c/o galleryDK
1332 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario
M6K 1L4

Work, if accepted would need to be in the gallery by May 31st. The show will have an opening reception held on Thursday June 5th, from 7-9pm. Please include a stamped, self-addressed envelope if you would like your submission returned to you.

Ongoing Call to Artists

We are now programming our inaugural year and invite submissions to rent the gallery for exhibition. Your proposal must include the following:

1) 10 images (CD or email only, JPEG, 150-300dpi, no more than 800 pixels in the longest direction) of the work you intend to show or in the same aesthetic of the work planned to show.

2) Statement of Intent outlining your rationale for the subject matter you have chosen and your photographic vision. As well as, a potential hanging plan that coherently exhibits the work as it relates to each other.

3) Artist's Statement and C.V.

4) The month you desire to have the exhibition, hanging requirements, selection of additional promotional services, S.A.S.E. and a deposit cheque of $200.00 (to be cashed only if accepted).

Please send this package attention "Programming" either to info@gallerydk.com or 1332 Queen Street West, Toronto ON M6K 1L4.

galleryDK rents month long shows for $1,000.00 + 10% commission (and applicable taxes). As an artist you will receive an opening reception, e-invites to our extensive mailing list, listings in major publications and window lettering for your show.

You may also choose us to have postcards printed for an additional $125.00 and list your show in both Slate and Akimbo for an additional $225.00.

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galleryDK is not currently seeking new members at this time.