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. 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. Juror: Jaynie Crimmins, a New York City based paper sculptor and artist. Awards designated by the juror total $1,000. The Virtual Awards Ceremony will be November 2, 2025, from 4 – 5 PM via Zoom. The exhibition opens on October 31, 2025, and closes on November 22, 2025, with a closing reception from 4 – 6 PM at MFA Circle Gallery.

What is Offered

Awards totaling $1,000 and exhibition in MFA’s Circle Gallery and online.

Requirements

All original 2D or 3D work following entry guidelines will be considered. Work must arrive on scheduled dates and paintings must be dry. Work must meet size limitations and correspond with images submitted to the juror. Shipped work must include a bar-coded shipping label (UPS or FedEx preferred, no USPS, no shipping peanuts). All work entered must be for sale unless prior agreements are made. Work may not be removed from the exhibition early.

How to Apply

Online entry opened for submissions on June 17, 2025. A downloadable prospectus is available for viewing and printing. Notification of accepted artists will be made on October 2, 2025. Accepted and shipped work must arrive at MFA Circle Gallery between October 21-25, 2025. All work delivered to the gallery must have artist name, contact information, title, medium, and price affixed to the non-viewing side. Shipped work requires a bar-coded shipping label and preferred carriers are UPS or FedEx. Packing/repacking instructions should be affixed to the outside of the shipping box.