Friend of the Artist - Open Call: Volume 18

Apply to have your work considered in the art book, Volume 18, by Friend of the Artist. We are dedicated to elevating the work of emerging artists of all mediums around the world through our high quality art books and caliber of exposure.

This volume will be sent out to over 40 galleries and art institutions and available for purchase at Barnes and Noble and Amazon. Accepted artists will also have a written statement about their works by an arts writer and have a 4-page spread of their work.

Volume 18 will be juried by an experienced group of jurors including Mónica Ramírez-Montagut, Executive Director of the Parrish Art Museum and Gemma Rolls-Bentley, Chief Curator at Avant Arte.

Application Details

Accepted artists will work closely with FOA in the bookmaking process. Each artist will have at least four-pages dedicated to their work, and a short essay written about their work by an arts writer. Volume 18 will release in early 2024.

Artists will also receive a complimentary digital copy of the publication, post on social media, and a discount on books for family and friends.

Eligible Artists

Artists of all academic disciples are welcome to apply. This includes painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and performance art. Works must be submitted in a printable format.

Submission Fee

Early entry deadline (Before May 28th) $30

Regular entry (After May 28th) $35

Deadline

July 30, 2023

Dues for Selected Artists

Selected artists are responsible for a $85 fee. This fee covers each artists copy of the book ($52 value) and helps with distributing costs for gallery copies.

About

Friend of The Artist is dedicated to elevating the work of emerging artists from around the world. We receive no funding from institutions or individuals and charge submission fees to help offset operating and printing costs to keep our mission alive.