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Applications close
Sep 6, 20264:59 PM PDTCloses Sep 6, 2026
This program is no longer accepting applications.
Closed
Applications close
Sep 6, 20264:59 PM PDTCloses Sep 6, 2026
This program is no longer accepting applications.
Professional association · Stamford, CT, United States · 2 programs
“Latin America and Caribbean inspired work; open to all media and interpretations”
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artists of all backgrounds are welcome to apply. You do not need to be of Latin American or Caribbean descent--submissions are open to anyone whose work engages with or is inspired by these regions and themes.
OPEN CALL: This 2nd annual multimedia exhibition has proven to be a crowd favorite. Submit up to nine works for juror consideration for our Latin America and Caribbean inspired show, presented at The Townhouse Gallery and online via the SAA website. The theme is open to all media and interpretations.
This year's returning juror is local artist and SAA's gallery manager and board secretary, Valeria Ochoa.
Valeria is a full-time Literature and Language educator, supporting Norwalk Public Schools' population. She holds a B.A. in English, an M.A. in Linguistics and an M.A in curriculum and instruction. She is passionate about storytelling through both writing and photography. Her creative work captures the beauty of everyday life and centers voices from all walks of life.
As a first generation Colombian, ancestry, roots and lineage as well as its ties to land and belonging has been a centerpiece in the fabric of her life. Beyond being a high school teacher, she is deeply invested in the power of language, both as a tool for communication and as an evolving art form.
She hopes to continue to grow as a writer and artist all while helping immigrant populations, diminishing the literacy crisis, empowering young artists, and being tormented by her 2 year old tuxedo cat.
HAND DELIVERY ONLY AND WIRED
Each artist submitting work to the exhibit should provide artwork that follows the theme of the exhibit. Work that is considered offensive to gender, race, religion will not be accepted. Each artist can submit up to 9 pieces.
Criteria: Artists should submit original work that has not been shown before at the SAA gallery or SAA sponsored exhibitions (except for the Faber Birren show.) Except for photographs, prints of any kind (lithographs, etchings, computer generated art etc.) should be signed and numbered as a limited edition. Giclees will not be accepted. NO SUBSTITUTIONS OF WORK SUBMITTED. Unframed canvas should have sides painted. Artists must self-insure their work. Size limitation: no larger than 48x60 framed. Artwork must be WIRED for hanging and hand delivered to Gallery. Artwork that is not WIRED will not be accepted.
ARTISTS ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION: Artists will be notified via email
A non-refundable entry fee of $35 for first piece entry for Non-Members and $30 for SAA Members. $15 for each additional entry that is submitted at the same time and $10 each for SAA Members. Up to 9 entries are permitted. Multiple entries from the same artist Must Be Submitted at the same time to take advantage of the lowered admission fee. Entry fees must be paid to the Stamford Art Association PayPal link, which accepts credit cards. Artist are responsible for all shipping costs for sold artwork. Your entry will not be valid until payment is received.
The gallery will take 30% on commission on any work sold. Work not for sale must be marked N.F.S. No 'price on request' sales allowed.
Compensation details
A non-refundable entry fee of $35 for first piece entry for Non-Members and $30 for SAA Members. $15 for each additional entry that is submitted at the same time and $10 each for SAA Members. Up to 9 entries are permitted. Multiple entries from the same artist must be submitted at the same time to take advantage of the lowered admission fee. Entry fees must be paid to the Stamford Art Association Pay Pal link, which accepts credit cards.
Artists are responsible for all shipping costs for sold artwork. Your entry will not be valid until payment is received.
2 items to prepare.
Framing requirements
Artwork must be WIRED for hanging and hand delivered to the gallery; unframed canvas should have sides painted; giclees not accepted; prints must be signed and numbered as a limited edition.
Requirements
Artists of all backgrounds are welcome to apply; you do not need to be of Latin American or Caribbean descent--submissions are open to anyone whose work engages with or is inspired by these regions and themes. Each artist submitting work to the exhibit should provide artwork that follows the theme of the exhibit. Work that is considered offensive to gender, race, religion will not be accepted. Each artist can submit up to 9 pieces. Artists should submit original work that has not been shown before at the SAA gallery or SAA sponsored exhibitions (except for the Faber Birren show.) Except for photographs, prints of any kind (lithographs, etchings, computer generated art etc.) should be signed and numbered as a limited edition. Giclees will not be accepted. NO SUBSTITUTIONS OF WORK SUBMITTED. Unframed canvas should have sides painted. Artists must self-insure their work. Artwork must be WIRED for hanging and hand delivered to Gallery. Artwork that is not WIRED will not be accepted.
Applications close
Sep 6, 20264:59 PM PDT
Program begins
Sep 24, 2026Through Oct 22, 2026
This year's returning juror is local artist and SAA's gallery manager and board secretary, Valeria Ochoa. Valeria is a full-time Literature and Language educator supporting Norwalk Public Schools. She holds a B.A. in English, an M.A. in Linguistics and an M.A. in curriculum and instruction, and is passionate about storytelling through writing and photography.
Professional association · Stamford, CT, United States
A non-profit arts association in Stamford, CT hosting juried exhibitions across all disciplines.
2 items to prepare.