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Winter in America: from Robert Frost to Gil Scott Heron

University of Bridgeport's Schelfhaudt Gallery

$25 Application Fee
$25 Application Fee

About the Open Call

What does the phrase “Winter in America” conjure up in your mind? Robert Frost's Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening? Or perhaps the more metaphorical, dystopian view from poet Gil Scott Heron of a period of frozen dreams, frozen ideas, and frozen inspiration? Or a cultural decline, political malaise or chilling of free speech? University of Bridgeport's Schelfhaudt Gallery is seeking artists' interpretations for this themed exhibit. Multiple media, painting, poetry, sculpture, video formats will be accepted. The gallery can accommodate larger pieces of work.

What is Offered

1st, 2nd, and 3rd place best of show recognition; exhibition opportunity; art sales via a 50% commission structure.

Requirements

Open to international artists 18 years of age or older. Eligible media include all forms of painting, drawing, photography, graphics, digital, sculpture, and multimedia. All selected work must be ready for hanging with appropriate hardware. Artists are responsible for shipping and insurance of artwork.

How to Apply

Apply online through the CaFÉ website. Artists must submit a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 20 samples in PDF or JPEG format (10MB max). Each piece should include a short blurb including size and medium.

Key Information

Deadline

January 15, 2026

Location

Bridgeport, United States

Categories

PhotographySculpturePaintingNew MediaFilm and Video Art

Compensation

paid

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