The city of Vista invites artists to submit work for an upcoming public exhibit highlighting the community’s cultural diversity, with a May 1 deadline for entries.
The Vista Public Arts Commission’s “Colors of Vista” exhibit is scheduled to run from May 18 through June 14 at the Vista Civic Gallery, featuring original two- and three-dimensional artwork selected from submitted proposals.
According to the call for artists, submissions must include an application and images of the artwork, which can be delivered in person or emailed to the city’s Recreation and Community Services Department by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 1. There is no limit on the number of pieces an artist may submit, though the commission will determine which works are displayed.
Artists will be notified of selection decisions by Wednesday, May 6. Those chosen must be prepared to deliver their artwork for installation in time for the exhibit’s opening later that month.
The exhibit is intended to showcase a range of artistic styles and perspectives reflecting Vista’s community. Submissions are open to both amateur and professional artists, including students, provided they can meet the requirements for designing, fabricating and delivering their work.
City guidelines specify that entries cannot include promotional or commercially driven designs. Selected artists are also responsible for installing and removing their work and may choose to host a reception during the exhibit period.
The Vista Civic Gallery, located within the Civic Center, has offered exhibition opportunities to local artists since 2010 as part of the city’s public arts program.
Information about submissions and requirements is available at the city’s Colors of Vista webpage.
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