 The Bristol Art Museum and Rogers Free Library announce a call for art for Into the Garden: Art Depicting Cultivated Nature, an exhibit that examines the intersection of nature, beauty, and human creativity. The exhibit will be on view in the Community Galleries at the library from Mon., Apr. 28 to Wed. Jun. 11. Barbara Edlund Healy, a juried member of the National Association of Women Artists and the Cape Cod Art Center, will serve as the exhibit’s juror.
This exhibit seeks original works of art that reflect personal interpretations of the garden—whether large or small, organized or wild, ornamental or functional. Artists are encouraged to think about the garden as a space that bridges human artistry with the natural world. What makes a garden inviting or useful? What flora, fauna, and imaginative elements fill these spaces? These are some of the questions artists are invited to explore through their submissions. "A garden is a canvas where beauty and purpose come together. Whether it's a small flower bed or a sprawling field, gardens reflect the harmony between nature and creativity,” said Karen Rich, a member of the Bristol Art Museum/ Rogers Free Library Committee. “We invite artists to explore their personal definition of a garden — from the plants and flowers that thrive there to the animals and objects that make it a welcoming space. This exhibit is an opportunity to showcase how gardens can be both artistic and functional, wild and serene." Healy is a Connecticut native who studied textile design at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth and draws inspiration from the landscapes and gardens of the South Coast. Her work reflects her deep connection to the rhythms of nature and its integration into artistic expression. Submission Details: Artists 18 and older may submit up to three works. Submission fees for Museum Members are $20 for one submission and $30 for two. For non-members, $25 for one submission and $40 for two. Works must be submitted online here by midnight on Mon., Mar. 31, 2025. Final selections will be announced by Fri., Apr. 11. Artwork Requirements: Original works only, sized for ease of shipping, and ready for installation with plexiglass or shatterproof materials (no glass). Accepted media include drawings, paintings, printmaking, collage, fiber arts, or photography. No 3-D works (e.g. sculpture) will be accepted. Artwork must not exceed 18 inches by 24 inches in size and be ready to install with a wire on the back Additional details can be found on the Museum website. For more information or questions, please contact [email protected].
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 Exhibit at the Rogers Free Library Invites Artists to Share
Works Influenced by Their Emotional Resonance of Travel Experience BRISTOL, Rhode Island - The Bristol Art Museum announces a call for art for its upcoming photography exhibit, “Where in the World,” a unique exploration of travel and personal perspective in the Community Galleries of the Rogers Free Library. The exhibit, which will run from Jun. 23 to Aug. 6, invites artists to reflect on the emotional, artistic, and intellectual significance of places they have visited through the lens of their cameras. This exhibit is inspired by the words of short story writer and novelist Eudora Welty, who once said, “Through travel, I first became aware of the outside world; it was through travel that I found my own introspective way into becoming a part of it.” Photographs submitted will reflect destinations that left a profound impact on the artist, capturing the essence of a location’s beauty, contradictions, or unexpected revelations. "‘Where in the World’ invites photographers to share the places they've seen, but the emotions and insights those journeys have inspired,” said Amy Carreiro, a member of the Bristol Art Museum and Rogers Free Library Committee. “This exhibit is about capturing the profound connection between place and personal experience, revealing how travel shapes our understanding of the world and ourselves.” The juror for the exhibit, Lisa Bergeron, is a celebrated photographer whose work draws inspiration from her extensive travels. Through her evocative use of light, texture, and color, Bergeron tells visual stories that spark curiosity and encapsulate the emotional depth of a moment. Her work has been featured at numerous esteemed galleries across Rhode Island, including the RI Center for Photographic Arts, the Newport Photo Guild, and the Blithewold Gallery. All artwork must be submitted on the Bristol Art Museum website by Mon., Apr. 21. All submissions must be original photographic works and no larger than 18 inches by 24 inches. Artwork must be ready for display with a wire on the back. Artists must be 18 years of age or older. The fee for submission for BAM members is $20 for one photograph, $30 for two. For Non-BAM members the fee for submission is $25 for one photograph and $40 for two. Juried selections will be announced via email by May 2, 2025. Selected works will be on view in the Community Gallery at Rogers Free Library through August 6, 2025. Artists are encouraged to share works that convey the emotional resonance of their travel experiences—whether through vibrant colors, striking contrasts of light and shadow, or depictions of people and objects that define the essence of a place. For more information about submission guidelines, visit www.bristolartmuseum.org. Artists with questions can contact BAM at [email protected]. The Bristol Art Museum announces Flights of Imagination, the Museum’s 2025 Members Open Exhibition at Blithewold’s Visitor Center Gallery. This year’s theme invited member artists to explore the symbolism of birds, flight, and the sky through two-dimensional artwork.
The exhibit is on view from Sat., Mar. 29 through Sun., May 11, with an Artists’ Reception on Sunday, Mar. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m. "The sight of birds in flight, in particular over Narragansett Bay, is breathtaking, and this exhibit beautifully captures that sense of grace and freedom,” said Mary Dondero, Curator and Museum Board member. “Through a range of styles and interpretations, the artwork in this member’s exhibit reflects the elegance and movement of birds, inspiring viewers to appreciate both the natural beauty of Southern New England and the artistic vision it inspires. We are grateful to our members who submitted their personal interpretations of this theme that comprises the Flights of Imagination exhibit.” Flights of Imagination coincides with Blithewold’s outdoor sculpture exhibit by internationally renowned artists The Myth Makers, Donna Dodson and Andy Moerlein. Their avian-inspired sculptures, standing between 15 to 30 feet tall and made from bamboo and upcycled materials, bring a striking complement to this year’s theme.  The Bristol Art Museum invites its members to submit artwork for the Museum’s 2025 Members Open Exhibition, Flights of Imagination, at Blithewold’s Visitor Center Gallery. This year’s theme encourages artists to explore the symbolism of birds, flight, and the sky through two-dimensional artwork. The exhibit will be on view from Sat., Mar. 29 through Sun., May 11, with an Artists’ Reception on Sunday, Mar. 30, from 2 to 4 p.m.
“From realistic depictions of avian life to abstract representations of boundless skies, Flights of Imagination provides an opportunity for artists to showcase their creativity in a stunning setting overlooking Narragansett Bay,” said Mary Dondero, Curator and Museum Board member. “Active members of the Bristol Art Museum are invited to submit one original two-dimensional artwork interpreting the exhibition’s theme. We look forward to hosting this members’ exhibit each year to showcase the depth of artistic talent found in the Museum’s community.” Flights of Imagination coincides with Blithewold’s outdoor sculpture exhibit by internationally renowned artists The Myth Makers, Donna Dodson and Andy Moerlein. Their avian-inspired sculptures, standing between 15 to 30 feet tall and made from bamboo and upcycled materials, bring a striking complement to this year’s theme. Call for Art Details:
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