Red

Red

 – An Exploration of Color, Emotion, and Meaning

In celebration of Bitfactory Gallery's 10th anniversary, we are inviting artists to explore the theme of "Red." What does red mean to you? Is it merely the hue that comes to mind when you hear the word, or does it evoke deeper emotions, ideas, or experiences? Does it symbolize power, passion, danger, love, or something entirely unique to you? How does red influence your artistic expression and vision?

Red

 – An Exploration of Color, Emotion, and Meaning

In celebration of Bitfactory Gallery's 10th anniversary, we are inviting artists to explore the theme of "Red." What does red mean to you? Is it merely the hue that comes to mind when you hear the word, or does it evoke deeper emotions, ideas, or experiences? Does it symbolize power, passion, danger, love, or something entirely unique to you? How does red influence your artistic expression and vision?

For this special anniversary exhibition, we are looking for works created in two-dimensional media whether as a central color in the work, a symbolic representation, or an exploration of its cultural or emotional significance. We want to see how red challenges, celebrates, or questions our perceptions of color, emotion, and life itself.

This open call is for artists working in painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and digital art. The exhibition will be juried by gallery owner and curator Bill Thomason, whose expertise and vision will ensure a thoughtfully curated collection that engages with the theme of "Red" in fresh and meaningful ways.

Join us in marking this milestone by sharing your unique interpretation of "Red" and the role it plays in your creative journey.

Bitfactory Gallery is one of the few established galleries offering exhibition opportunities to non-represented artists. Our goal is to provide a platform for working artists, with the aim of discovering and showcasing fresh talent and the latest visionaries in contemporary art. A key part of our mission is to focus on collaborating with outsider, emerging, and up-and-coming artists.

Schedule
April 6, 2025 - Deadline for entries (entries must be received by midnight)
April 8, 2025 - Artist Notification
April 14, 2025 - Deadline for receipt of all shipped artwork
April 15, 2025, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Accepted artwork delivered in-person to Bitfactory Gallery
April 18, 2025, Friday, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. - Exhibition Opening Reception
April 18, 2025 - May 10, 2025 - Exhibition dates
​May 10, 2025, 2:00 p.m. - Artists pick up work at Bitfactory Gallery
May 13 – May 20, 2025 – Artwork shipped back to artists

Artists may submit three images for consideration with an additional charge for additional images.

Submission Criteria

• Entries will only be accepted through the CaFE online system.
• Artwork must be of original design, by personal execution, and not previously shown at Bitfactory Gallery.
• Submissions must include the following:
  • Artist’s full name
  • Contact information including:
    • mailing address
    • telephone number
    • e-mail address
  • Title of piece
  • Medium & Substrate
  • Dimensions (Height X Width X Depth)
  • Year Completed
  • Price
  • Artist statement (optional)
• The maximum size for two-dimensional work is 60 X 60 inches, including framing.
• Entries can be in any form of two-dimensional media, including photography, painting, collage, fiber/textile, mixed media, and printed works for which the artist's hand manipulated the plates, stones, or screens and which have been properly signed and numbered as a limited edition will be accepted. No open-ended or poster prints. Giclée prints are not permitted. AI created or enhanced artwork is not allowed.
• The entry fee is $35.00 for up to 3 images. Additional images may be added. The cost is $5.00 per additional image up to 15 images in total. All fees are non-refundable.
• Works submitted must be ready for installation upon arrival at Bitfactory Gallery. All artwork must be wired and ready to hang. NO sawtooth, D-loop, hook type hangers, etc.
• Any works submitted or delivered that are not deemed ready for installation will not be hung.
• Any wall hanging Artwork must weigh less than 35 pounds.
• Unframed artwork edges must be finished. No staples. Canvas or cradled substrates may be no less than 1 3/8" deep.
• Artists are responsible for insurance covering their artwork while on display in the gallery.

Delivery of Work:

• Address for shipped artwork:

                    Bitfactory Gallery
                              C/O

                       Bill Thomason

                  4720 W Princeton Ave

                 Denver, CO 80236-3200

• Shipped artwork must arrive at the above address on or before April 14, 2025. Late artwork will not be hung. Please plan accordingly.
• Artists are responsible for round-trip shipping charges and shipping insurance.
• All shipments must include a prepaid return-shipping label and be shipped in a container appropriate for re-use in return shipping. NO packing peanuts will be accepted. Any package received with packing peanuts will immediately be resealed and shipped back to the artist.
• Artwork can be shipped to an agent of your choice who will then hand-deliver the artwork to Bitfactory Gallery. Any fees will be handled between the artist and agent.
• Hand delivery of artwork to Bitfactory Gallery will occur on April 15, 2025, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• No late deliveries will be accepted.
• Artists are responsible for insurance covering their artwork while on display in the gallery.

Artwork pick up:

• All unsold artwork can be picked up from Bitfactory Gallery on May 10, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
• Any work left at Bitfactory Gallery more than 2 days after the close of the exhibition will be subject to a $10 per day storage fee payable prior to artwork being released.
• Any work left at Bitfactory Gallery for more than two weeks after the close of the exhibition will be considered abandoned and will be subject to sale or disposal without notification.

Commission

• Bitfactory Gallery will retain a 30% commission on sales
• Artists will be paid for any sales with 14 days of the exhibition closing.

This is a National Call for Entries inviting artists from all regions and states. Artists must be 18 years of age or older and current residents of the United States and/or its territories.