Description

Good Morning/Mourning America is a juried, multi-media exhibition inviting artists, writers, and musicians to respond to a single, powerful prompt exploring the complexities of America’s current political and cultural landscape. Through visual art, written word, and music, this seven-day exhibition seeks original, concept-driven works that reflect personal perspective — whether confronting division, expressing tension, or offering moments of healing and connection. Selected visual artists will translate their concepts into a final piece on a 12”x12” panel, while writers and musicians are encouraged to submit original poems, essays, lyrics, or compositions that embody their unique voice. This is an opportunity to present bold, thoughtful, and emotionally resonant work that contributes to a broader dialogue — one that challenges, reflects, and ultimately seeks common ground through creative expression. Deadline is July 4. Click here for more information. https://gallery440.com/gmma-submission-form

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Visual Art Media: All visual art media are welcome, including painting, sculpture, photography, digital art and mixed media that can be placed/represented on a 12”x12” wooden panel.* The initial submission for juried review will be a rendering or sketch concept and must include a graphical representation or JPEG of the proposed image accompanied by a full textual description. The rendering and its description must be an accurate representation of the artwork to be presented on a 12”x12” panel and must reflect an original piece of art. Original art is any piece/creation considered to be an authentic example of the works of an artist rather than a replica or imitation. *Upon successful acceptance of the work for inclusion, prefabricated wooden panels will be provided for the actual submission. When delivered, the work must arrive ready to install, including any instructions for hanging. Artists are responsible for insurance of their artwork if they choose. Artists are also responsible for the cost of shipping the artwork to and from Gallery 440, 440 S. Main St., including any taxes that may be incurred. Writing Submissions: All written submissions of up to three poems per person or one essay no longer than 3,000 words are welcome. Diverse voices are encouraged. Please include a brief artist statement and biography. Music Submissions All original music submissions are welcome if delivered in the following format: MP3. Please submit one of the following: original lyrics, ideas for a new composition, rough recording or final recording of your original song by September 11. Select artists will have the opportunity to perform their track live or play their recorded track at the exhibition closing reception at The Modern on Sept. 24, 2026. Submission Deadline for Juried Review: July 4, 2026 Submission Method: For artwork, a graphical rendering or digital image (minimum 1200 pixels) to fit on a 12”x12” max size wooden panel and a brief artist statement (maximum 200 words) and artist resume including biography, educational background and exhibition record to be uploaded to a dropbox link on the website. For written and musical submissions, please submit concepts and partial scores, a brief biography and artistic statement. Upload to a dropbox link on the website.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Must be residents of Texas, Oklahoma or New Mexico

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