Short Description
‘Teen Open Call’ is a non-theme specific art exhibit designed to give area teens a voice through creative expression. ‘Teen Open Call’ celebrates the artistic abilities of teens (ages 13-19) in our community by showcasing youth art in a professional gallery setting at Graphite Arts Center for a 7 week exhibition. Graphite is seeking original, high quality, finished works by teen artists that display artistic talent, and skill with the use of the chosen material.
Entry and acceptance to Teen Open Call provides opportunities not only for public display of artwork, but also public recognition beyond the school community. For most teens this will be the first opportunity to show in a gallery space outside of school. Mention of artwork exhibited in a public gallery may strengthen college applications and increase opportunities for scholarships.
Eligibility
- The artist must be aged 13-19 on September 14, 2025
- All teens are welcome to apply
Artwork
- Original 2D and 3D work in any medium may be submitted (ceramic, glass, digital art, drawing, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture)
- Artwork should be new, and original in concept, design and execution
- Works should be well executed, finished, and have a professional presentation
- Works will not be accepted if they are excessively violent or sexual in nature, or otherwise have explicit imagery which would be inappropriate for family viewing.
- Works may be from a school project provided the art shows the artist’s own voice
- 2D work – minimum outside framed dimension of 16 inches in either direction
- 2D work – maximum outside framed dimension of 48 inches in either direction (Larger works may be considered and will incur an additional $10 entry fee, please email the gallery director in advance to discuss.)
- 3D work – must be intended for pedestal display and not exceed 50 pounds (Works not designed for pedestal display may be considered, please email the gallery director in advance to discuss)
How to Apply
Online Application
Sales and Commission
Artwork exhibited in The Gallery at Graphite is usually for sale. For this teen specific show, artists have the option of pricing their work for sale, or listing their work NFS (not for sale)
All sales subject to 30% commission fee (artist will be paid 70% of retail price)
Artist sets their own price
Entry Fee
$10 fee for up to 3 different works of art
Location
Edmonds, Washington, United States
Timeline
- Application Deadline: 14 September 2025
- Exhibition Dates: October 10-November 29, 2025
Website Link: https://graphiteartscenter.org/call-for-art-teen/
