It’s the practice of “what’s your sign?” fame from the 1970’s, and today, Astrology is back and bigger than ever. Making connections between celestial bodies, human events and intention, Astrology has long been a catalyst for artists to create profound bodies of work.

Astrologia pays homage to the rich history of influence that astrological traditions have had for centuries on creative works and popular culture, and brings together artists’ new visual interpretations of the zodiac, astrological signs, motifs, and symbols, exploring intersections of astrology, identity and mythology through contemporary art.

Works may depict long-standing traditional belief systems or cultural relevance, contemporary viewpoints, or newly imagined, visual interpretations of one’s own personal connection to the cosmos.

Jury: Blue Line Arts Co-Directors Brooke Abrames and MaryTess Mayall

Fees:

Entry fee: $25

Blue Line Arts – Artist Members: Free application with coupon code

Cash Prizes:

1^st Place: $500

2^nd Place: $300

3^rd Place: $100

Important Dates:

Application deadline: May 1, 2023

Notifications sent via email: May 5, 2023

Exhibition Dates: May 27 – July 8, 2023

Shipped work must arrive at Blue Line Arts no later than May 21, 2023

Hand deliver work to Blue Line Arts: May 21 & 22, 10am – 3pm

Opening Reception: June 17, 2023 from 4 – 8pm

Pick up unsold work from Blue Line Arts: July 9 or 10, 10am – 3pm

Eligibility

• All artwork must be original and completed within the last 5 years
• Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts
• All 2-D works must be ready to hang wire backing. No sawtooth hangers.
• All artwork must be for sale.
• All applications must be submitted through the Calls for Entry (Café) Platform
• Accepted artwork that differs significantly from image in online submission will be disqualified
• No accepted entry may be withdrawn or sold outside of the exhibition prior to the closing date
• Blue Line Arts handles all sales transactions. Non-member artists receive a 50% commission from all gallery sales and members receive a 60% commission.
• Size limitations
  • Art must be able to enter through the doors with a clearance of 94”h x 91”w
  • Ceilings in the gallery are 10 feet high
  • Nothing over 60 lbs will be accepted
• All artwork images must be renamed in the following format:
  • LastNameFirstName_ArtworkTitle
• If the artist is unable to drop off in person, the artist is responsible to pay for all shipping and is required to have a prepaid label from FedEx or UPS (No US Mail) for return of artwork.

Application Requirements: You must be 18 years or older to apply. There is a non-refundable entry fee of $25.00 for submitting a minimum of 1 work and a maximum of 5 works.  All applications will be submitted online via callforentry.org

Questions: If you have questions about submissions, please contact Blue Line Arts staff during gallery hours (Tuesday-Saturday from 11:00am – 5:00pm PT) by phone: (916) 783-4117 or email: gallery@bluelinearts.org