Call for Art!
Opening Night April 12 (2-8pm)
Avondale Arts Center đź“Ť84 N Avondale Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
Theme, Artist Guidelines, & Sponsorship packages below
The Raksha Art Show is a platform to raise awareness for gender-based violence by creating space for diverse voices and unique perspectives, while building community connections and promoting a culture of healing and empowerment.
2025 Theme: Leap of Faith
We invite artists to submit works that showcase leaps of faith that turn vision into reality. This art show aims to celebrate the courage and faith required to dive into new territories, step out of comfort zones and embrace risk. We encourage you to explore and showcase the moments of change, the pursuit of dreams, the transformative power of that first step into the unseen, challenging the boundaries of comfort and inviting the audience to consider their own leaps of faith in life.
Featuring a dynamic collection of sculptures, installations, and mixed-media works, the exhibit examines how stepping into the unknown—whether through trust, belief, or pure instinct—can lead to profound change. We delve into the moment where hesitation gives way to action and uncertainty transforms into courage or brave steps – fuelled by trust in oneself, in one’s community or the universe.
This year’s theme honors Raksha’s 30th anniversary. Join us in celebrating Raksha’s legacy and profound impact – that started with taking that first step into the unknown.
Submission Process
- Please register by March 9, 2025 by 11:59pm. (Registration button at the top of this page as well)
- Registration does not guarantee entry as a participant but informs Raksha of your intent to participate.
- Our curation team will shortlist/select art from the registrations received for the Art Show on the basis of alignment with the theme and participation rules.
- If accepted, you will be notified via an Acceptance email by March 11, 2025 that confirms your participation.
- You will be sent an Artist contract. Please submit by March 28, 2025.
- You will be able to edit your registration form if needed with your final artwork titles, etc. prior to the final submission date.
- ALL FINAL WORK (PICS/TITLES/PRICES) MUST BE SUBMITTED BY MARCH 28, 2025 to artshow@raksha.org.
- Selected artists will be responsible for dropping off their final approved artwork submission at Avondale Arts Center on April 5th and 6th between 11am and 2pm.
Participation Guidelines (for Artists)
- Artists must be at least 16 years of age, as of April 12, 2025.
- All registrations must be in by March 9, 2025 at 11:59pm to be considered.
- If selected, final artwork (pics/titles/prices) must be submitted by March 28, 2025 at 11:59pm, no exceptions to artshow@raksha.org.
- Please include two clear pictures, name, and short description of work in your email.
- Selected Artists will also receive a contract to sign. Please submit the contract by March 28, 2025.
- Please remember to utilize the theme in your work. We are open to diverse and flexible interpretations.
- No more than 2 pieces per artist.
- Canvas and framed work – including framed drawings, photography, mixed media art, small scale 3-D art installations as well as small sculptures are accepted.
- Nudity is allowed, however works depicting sexual acts will not be accepted.
- Blood, gore, or other violent works will not be accepted.
- Works that may be triggering or traumatizing to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or child abuse will not be accepted.
- Raksha staff reserves the right to accept or reject artwork based on the rules and guidelines and ask for modifications when required.
- Selected Artists will be responsible for dropping their approved artwork for the art show at the Avondale Art Center by April 5th & April 6th between 11am and 2pm.
- We are asking for a small fee of $5 per artist. We will be sending a link and QR code included in the Artist Contract/Agreement.
- Please note that this is a small, community-based art show, so we kindly ask you to consider this when setting your prices. If you have any specific questions related to pricing, please email us.
- Selected artists are requested to submit art that is “hang-ready”, wires strongly preferred. Sawtooth hooks like on off-the-shelf picture frames can be fine, but the artwork needs to be in a condition to be able to easily hang on (ideally only one) standard 1″ nail.
- We will announce the day and time slots for picking up unsold art. Tentatively, please be prepared to pick up your artwork from the Avondale Arts Center the day after closing. Stay tuned for more details.
Become a Sponsor!
Supporting the Raksha Art Show is a powerful way for sponsors to make a meaningful impact. It addresses the urgent issue of gender-based violence, amplifies voices within the South Asian community, and promotes healing and empowerment for survivors through art. The show fosters community connections by celebrating diverse talent in an inclusive space while also supporting local businesses through partnerships for the event. Sponsoring this initiative demonstrates a commitment to social justice, community well-being, and economic empowerment.
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* Grant No. 15JOVW-22-GG-02958-CSSP awarded by the Office on Violence Against Women, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this publication/program/exhibition are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. Department of Justice. * Grant Number 90EV0054-01-00 from the Department of Health and Human services (DHHS); Administration for Children and Families (ACF); Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services (OFVPS); Family Violence Division. The viewpoints contained in this [project, product, etc.] are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views or policies of the Administration for Children and Families.