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.

What is Offered

Awards totaling $1,000 will be designated by the juror. Artists will retain 70% from sales (75% for MFA Members).

Requirements

All original 2D or 3D work following entry guidelines will be considered. Work must be dry, meet size limitations (including frames), and arrive on scheduled dates. Shipped work must include a bar-coded shipping label and specific packing instructions. All work entered must be for sale unless prior agreements are made, and marked either with a price or POR. Artists are responsible for their own insurance; MFA is not liable for damage or theft. Work may not be removed from the exhibition early.

How to Apply

Artists interested in participating should view and print the downloadable prospectus available via an icon on the website. Accepted and shipped work must arrive at MFA Circle Gallery between October 21-26, 2025, 11 AM – 4 PM. All work delivered must have specific information affixed to the non-viewing side (Artist Name, Address, phone number, email, Title of the work, medium, and price). Shipped work requires a bar-coded shipping label (UPS or FedEx preferred, no USPS or shipping peanuts) and packing/repacking instructions on the outside of the box.