Ignite Studio at the Hamilton East Public Library in Fishers seeks submissions for “Synesthesia”, our upcoming juried exhibition. We are seeking art in a variety of mediums for this juried group exhibit with cash awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
About “Synesthesia”
Synesthesia is a rare condition which causes a person to experience more than one sense simultaneously. People with “sound-color” synesthesia see specific colors when they hear certain sounds or music. Sounds appear like colors in the mind. Abstract artist Wassily Kandinsky was thought to have sound-color synesthesia and described his experience with this condition as being so powerful that it drove him to abandon his law career to be an artist.
Wassily Kandinsky, Yellow-Red-Blue
In celebration of this phenomenon, we are looking for pieces that relate to color, sound, or both. Do you love color? Have you ever felt influenced by sounds or music when creating artwork? Do you frequently receive attention for your use of bright hues in your work? Do your pieces appear rhythmic or musical in nature?
Guest Juror For Show
This show will be juried by local artist Shaun’te Lewis, an artist, illustrator, and designer based in the heart of Indianapolis known for her strong use of color. With a passion for infusing life with inspiration, boldness, and vibrancy, her work is a celebration of the extraordinary found in the everyday. Her portfolio boasts an impressive array of collaborations with renowned brands such as Visit Indy, West Elm, Meijer, Makers Mark, Jordan Brand, Pacers, Hoosier Lottery, Jiffy Lube, and many more. Featured in esteemed publications like the New York Times and Complex Magazine, her work has garnered recognition on a global scale. Yet, at its core, it remains a source of joy, creativity, and inspiration.
Ignite Studio wants to see your vibrant work for “Synesthesia”.
Shaun’te Lewis, Primary Lady
Submission Deadline
The deadline to submit art for this show has been extended to September 30
Entry
We display artwork by local artists of all ages and backgrounds. We encourage everyone to submit!
Eligibility
Copies or edits of another artist’s work are not eligible for entry.
All work must be original.
No AI generated work.
Any work previously displayed at Ignite Studio is ineligible.
Hanging work should not exceed 70 lbs.
Ignite Studio is in a public library visited by all ages.
Displayed artworks may be photographed for promotional work (social media, print materials, etc.).
Presentation
All 2D work must be wired for hanging before drop-off. No sawtooth hangers.
Beatriz Milhazes, The Blue Elephant
Submission Guidelines
Submit all required materials via email to [email protected] by September 25th. Artists may submit up to three pieces.
Subject line of email should include identifying info for all pieces in this format:
- Subject: The Road Less Traveled, Oil, 12×20, $270; Self-Portrait, Acrylic, 18×30, $300; Sunrise, Mixed Media, 8×16, NFS
Acceptable mediums include, but are not limited to:
Painting, drawings, fiber arts, ceramics, photography, collage
Submissions should be all on one document, either a .docx or .pdf, with one image per page that includes the following information:
- Artist’s name
- Title
- Dimensions of artwork
- Price
- Media
Sales
All work can be listed for sale. Ignite Studio does not take commission or facilitate sales. By submitting your work, you are giving Ignite Studio staff permission to provide your contact information to interested buyers. If your work is sold, it is the responsibility of the artist to inform Ignite staff so that we may mark it as SOLD for the duration of the show. It is the artist’s responsibility to arrange for delivery of the artwork sold to the client.
Reception and Display
Stop by and see “Synesthesia” on display October 26 – January 10, 2025. Artwork will be displayed at Ignite Studio, in the lower level of the Hamilton East Public Library at 5 Municipal Drive, Fishers, IN, 46038.
Join us for a special Artist Reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at 6 PM featuring live, curated music by Forward Motion, Indianapolis’ premiere contemporary classical music ensemble. This is part of the Perspective Music and Art Series made possible through a grant from the Fishers Arts and Culture Commission.