Bristol Art Museum Announces 2025 National Call for Art: “Rock – Paper – Scissors” Juried Exhibit11/12/2024  The Bristol Art Museum announces a national call for the upcoming juried exhibition, “Rock – Paper – Scissors.” This unique exhibit will showcase artists who creatively interpret the essence of “paper” within the theme inspired by the well-known game. While rock and scissors have their place in the game’s strategy, this exhibit specifically focuses on paper, challenging artists to engage with its strength, fragility, and transformative potential. Cash awards totaling $1,000 will be presented to selected artists.
Artist and curator Toby Sisson, M.F.A., Associate Professor and Director of the Studio Art Program at Clark University, will serve as the juror. The exhibit opens on Sun., Feb. 9, 2025, with an Artist Reception on Sun. Feb. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. The last day the exhibit will be on view is Sun., Apr. 4. “‘Rock – Paper – Scissors’ is more than a playful theme, it is an opportunity for artists from throughout the country to explore paper as both medium and message,” said Mary Dondero, Museum Curator and Board Member. “The Bristol Art Museum invites artists to examine paper’s strength and delicacy, challenging traditional perceptions and creating work that speaks to resilience and transformation.” The exhibit will also include a special installation by interdisciplinary artist Lisa Abbatomarco, who celebrates paper as a foundational material in her work, inviting audiences to experience paper in its full artistic scope. Artists nationwide are encouraged to submit original works that celebrate, question, or manipulate the properties of paper—whether as a medium or as a metaphor. Spanning from abstract to realistic styles, the exhibition seeks to unify a variety of artistic expressions that explore contrasts such as hardness and softness, resilience and delicacy, and permanence and ephemerality. Sisson’s work focuses on the history and race in America, and she brings a dynamic perspective to her role as juror. She has exhibited across the United States and internationally, with her work in public and private collections, including the Worcester Art Museum and Brown University. Submission Details Artists 18 and older may submit up to three works. Submission fees are $30 for the first entry, $40 for two entries, and $50 for three entries. Works must be submitted online here by midnight on December 20, 2024, with final selections announced in mid-January 2025. Submission criteria include:
Artists may choose to sell their work directly to interested collectors, with all sales managed independently of the Museum. The Museum will connect collectors with artists but does not take a commission. For additional inquiries or assistance with submissions, artists may contact [email protected] or call 888-666-1351.
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 A Thing of Beauty BRISTOL, RI — The Bristol Art Museum announces Visions, the Museum’s biennial juried exhibit, an exceptional showcase of artistic expression that highlights its members' talent, vision, and dedication. Opening on Sun., Nov. 3, with an artists’ reception from 2 to 4 p.m., Visions features an extensive array of artwork spanning diverse media and genres, celebrating each artist’s unique perspective. Artist Nancy Gaucher-Thomas served as juror. The exhibit is on view until Fri, Nov. 29.
Museum visitors will view works that explore the depth of personal and collective storytelling through an exhibit that combines pieces ranging from introspective reflections to whimsical expressions. “As I reviewed the selected work, I came away impressed by the variety of media and genre that was presented as well as how each artist communicated their own personal vision through their work,” said Gaucher-Thomas. “For me, this exhibit in total represents three obvious elements: texture, design and the ability to tell a story. Some were very reflective in content, while others made me smile. Others made me want to learn more about the artist and his/her process. This is a strong exhibit that shows a breadth of work by artists from across the state and beyond.” “Our members' exhibit is a testament to the incredible talent within our community,” said Mary Dondero, Museum Board Member and Curator of the exhibit. “By showcasing members' artwork, we honor the unique voices that shape our cultural landscape and bring forward the beauty of local perspectives.” Visions features over 50 artists who are Museum members, including several local artists such as Deborah Amylon, David Andreozzi, Greg Anthony, Steven Ashley Suzi Ballenger, Dot Bergen, Marianne Bergenholtz, Lisa Bergeron Erica Buchanan, Donald Cadoret, Jeanne Cardarelli Raimondi Cathy Chin, Charles Compo, Mark Courtney, Gina Croce, Angel Dean, Ahmed Faisal, Kendra Ferreira, Carol Fitzsimonds, Ann-Marie Gillett, Scott Glaser, Carla Goldberg, Susan Graseck, Mary Hebert Bilan, Barry Hecht, Rich Hudson, Bonnie Jaffe, Marc Jaffe, Jean Keller, Peter Landry, Iwona Lapczyk, Susanne Larkham, Suzanne Lewis, Lisa Lowenstein, Jodi Manca, Vicky McGrath, Michele Mennucci, Paul M. Murray, Elena Obelenus, Ellen Pratte, John Sideli, Erin Starr, Kristin Street, Stephanie Stroud, Felicia Touhey, John Udvardy, Brenda Van Der Beek, Pat Warwick, Nancy Whitcomb, Cindy Wilson and Jennifer Wright. Admission to the exhibit and reception is free for Museum members and students, $5 for non-members. |
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