Transformed

About the Open Call

Transformed is a thought-provoking art exhibition that explores the beauty and potential of repurposed materials, showcasing the ingenuity of artists who breathe new life into the discarded and forgotten. Through a series of sculptural works, installations, and mixed media pieces, this exhibition invites visitors to reconsider the objects that surround us, things we often overlook or cast aside and reframe them as sources of inspiration, narrative, and artistic expression. From industrial scraps to everyday household items, each artwork in _Transformed_ is a testament to the idea that art doesn’t always come from new materials, but from reimagining what already exists. The exhibition features works that take seemingly mundane, used, and unwanted objects, such as old tools, broken electronics, recycled fabrics, and even trash, and repurpose them into stunning, thought-provoking compositions. Each piece in the show highlights the power of creativity to not only alter the physical form of these materials but to also shift their cultural and emotional significance. In _Transformed_ , the artists challenge us to think about sustainability, consumption, and waste in a world increasingly aware of its environmental footprint. The works in this exhibition reflect a commitment to the belief that through art, something as simple as a discarded object can tell a new, rich story, providing insight into the connections we have with the objects we use and the lives they have lived before finding their way into the artist’s hands. This exhibition is a celebration of resourcefulness, creativity, and the ever-present potential for renewal in our fast-paced, throwaway culture. As you walk through the gallery, you’ll discover how objects once considered obsolete or meaningless can be transformed into pieces of art that speak to our collective past, present, and future. All original 2D or 3D work following entry guidelines will be considered. Works selected by the juror will be exhibited in MFA’s Circle Gallery from October 31 – November 22, 2025.

What is Offered

Awards totaling $1,000 will be designated by the juror. The exhibition offers artists the opportunity to showcase their work in MFA’s Circle Gallery and potentially sell their pieces, retaining 70% (75% for MFA Members) of sales.

Requirements

All original 2D or 3D work will be considered, provided it follows the entry guidelines. Work must adhere to size limitations and be dry if paintings. Delivered work must correspond with submitted images. Shipped work requires a bar-coded shipping label (UPS/FedEx preferred, no USPS), no shipping peanuts, and packing/repacking instructions on the box exterior. All work entered must be for sale (unless prior agreement) and marked with a price or POR. Artists must agree that work may not be removed early from exhibition.

How to Apply

Artists interested in the Transformed exhibition were invited to submit their original 2D or 3D work following entry guidelines. A downloadable prospectus was available. Accepted and shipped work was required to arrive at MFA Circle Gallery between October 21 – 25, 2025. Shipped work must include a bar-coded shipping label and preferred carriers are UPS or FedEx (no USPS or shipping peanuts). Packing/repacking instructions must be affixed to the outside of the shipping box. Hand-delivered work must have artist name, address, phone, email, title, medium, and price affixed to the non-viewing side.