Exhibition Proposal

Are you a practicing artist interested in showing your work at Acadiana Center for the Arts?

 

We’re happy to offer the opportunity to submit your exhibition proposal for consideration.

 

Visual artists working in any medium are encouraged to apply.

Applications are open year-round and reviewed twice a year.

How it works:

  • Submit your exhibition proposal by providing the following: Artist Biography, CV, Artist Statement, Exhibition Statement, & artwork examples in the form below.
  • Proposals are accepted year-round and reviewed twice a year.
  • All works submitted will be reviewed by AcA’s Visual Arts Director and AcA’s Visual Arts Committee. While artists may provide a specific goal for an exhibition, the scope, final selection and layout of works will be determined by AcA’s Visual Arts Director in consultation with the artist.
  • Artists should bear in mind the need for a consistent and very strong body of work when submitting.
  • Following each review, artists selected will be notified.
Download an Example CV
Download an Example Exhibition Proposal

AcA Café, ArtHouse, Side Gallery, & Mallia Galleria exhibition proposal:

for visual artists producing work in any medium

About You

Name(Required)
Address(Required)

Proposal Information

Preferred Gallery(Required)
Proposals are accepted for the following galleries. Please select your preferred gallery if applicable.
Please reference the example above then upload CV in list form as a PDF.
Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 128 MB.
Provide a 200-300 word statement that summarizes your background and significant experience as an artist. Begin by introducing yourself with your name, medium, and some background information. This can include where you were born, where you work, and when you first became interested in the arts. Discuss any art training or schooling you have completed, along with any awards, exhibitions, or other relevant achievements. If none, state that you are self taught. You can also mention if you’re featured in any important collections or prominent art publications. Include any recent shows or important projects you’re working on.
Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 128 MB.
Write a short paragraph about your general artistic practice. This can include your inspirations, technique, interests, or topics you frequently find yourself addressing throughout your body of work. When writing, ask yourself the following questions: What am I doing? How am I doing it? Why am I doing it? What influences me most? How does my art relate to the art of my contemporaries? What do I want others to understand about my art?
Accepted file types: pdf, , Max. file size: 128 MB.
In under 1,000 words, provide a concise plan for the exhibition that tells us what the physical work is, the general theme, and a sense of the exhibition’s scale (how many pieces, size, etc.). When writing your exhibition proposal, consider the following items: A brief overview of the concept behind the show. What does this body of work communicate? Tell us about the influences or inspirations behind this work. How are the methods or techniques you use important to this body of work? Tell us how, or what, the choice of medium or process contributes to this work. Number of works and description of works to be included. Specifics of installation. If your work requires specific installation techniques or equipment, let us know what those are. For example, numerous electrical outlets, audio-visual equipment, or specialized wall mounts.
Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 128 MB.
Drop files here or
Accepted file types: jpg, tiff, Max. file size: 128 MB, Max. files: 7.

    Terms and Conditions

    (Required)
    While we provide the space for artists to exhibit their artworks, artists are responsible for transporting the artwork to and from the gallery.(Required)
    Understanding the Selection Process(Required)

    This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

    Reaux Family Vault Exhibition Proposal

    This opportunity is limited to current UL College of the Arts Students

    Contact Information

    Name(Required)
    Address(Required)
    Projected Graduation Date(Required)

    Proposal Information

    Please reference the example above then upload as a PDF.
    Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 128 MB.
    Provide a 200-300 word statement that summarizes your background and significant experience as an artist. Begin by introducing yourself with your name, medium, and some background information. This can include where you were born, where you work, and when you first became interested in the arts. Discuss any art training or schooling you have completed, along with any awards, exhibitions, or other relevant achievements. If none, state that you are self taught. You can also mention if you’re featured in any important collections or prominent art publications. Include any recent shows or important projects you’re working on. If you are an emerging artist and this is your first time exhibiting your work in a public venue, please let us know. We are happy to work with artists who have little or no exhibition experience!
    Accepted file types: pdf, , Max. file size: 128 MB.
    Write a short paragraph about your general artistic practice. This can include your inspirations, technique, interests, or topics you frequently find yourself addressing throughout your body of work. When writing, ask yourself the following questions: What am I doing? How am I doing it? Why am I doing it? What influences me most? How does my art relate to the art of my contemporaries? What do I want others to understand about my art?
    Accepted file types: pdf, , Max. file size: 128 MB.
    In under 1,000 words, provide a concise plan for the exhibition/project that tells us what the physical work is, the general theme, and a sense of the exhibition’s scale (how many pieces, size, etc.). When writing your exhibition/project proposal, consider the following items: A brief overview of the concept behind the show. What does this body of work communicate? Tell us about the influences or inspirations behind this work. How are the methods or techniques you use important to this body of work? Tell us how, or what, the choice of medium or process contributes to this work. Number of works and description of works to be included. A rough timeline. Specifics of installation. If your work requires specific installation techniques or equipment, let us know what those are. For example, numerous electrical outlets, audio-visual equipment, or specialized wall mounts.
    Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 128 MB.
    Drop files here or
    Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, mov, mp4, mp3, Max. file size: 128 MB, Max. files: 7.

      Terms and Conditions

      While we provide the space for artists to exhibit their artworks, artists are responsible for transporting the artwork to and from the gallery.(Required)
      (Required)
      Understanding the Selection/Exhibition Process(Required)
      This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

      for application assistance, please contact us at: Submissions@AcadianaCenterForTheArts.org

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