SUBMISSIONS NOW OPEN! We are in search of visual artists to submit their art to be showcased in an online exhibition. Artists of all mediums and from all countries are welcome to apply, including painters, sculptors, photographers, designers, and video artists.

THEME:

As the year comes to a close, the December 2024 exhibition invites artists to explore the delicate balance between retrospection and anticipation.

“Reflections of the Past, Visions of Tomorrow” calls for creative works that engage with the experiences, memories, and transformations of the past year while also looking forward to what lies ahead in 2025 and beyond.

Artists are encouraged to reflect on both personal and collective journeys—whether through social, political, environmental, or cultural lenses.

How have recent events shaped us? What lessons have we learned, and what remains unresolved?

This theme opens the door to exploring the connection between history and future possibilities, capturing both the comfort of nostalgia and the excitement or uncertainty of what’s yet to come.

From abstract expressions of time and change to poignant narratives of growth and renewal, the exhibition aims to highlight the myriad ways in which artists interpret their unique position at the cusp of two time periods.

Through this lens, art becomes a medium for not just remembering and reflecting but also imagining and shaping the future.

We look forward to receiving your inspiring contributions.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

• Open to all mediums: painting, sculpture, photography, video, installation, and mixed media.
• Collaborative works and multi-disciplinary pieces are welcome.

Key Dates:

• Submission Deadline: 19 November
• Notification of Acceptance: 20 November
• Exhibition Dates: 1 - 30 December

HOW TO APPLY:

We are keen to learn about you! Please send us the following information, along with a sample of your work and an up-to-date CV:

• Contact information (full name, email, mobile)
• Details of the artworks (title, size, medium, year, price)
• Your artist statement/how your work relates to the theme (No more than 100 words)
• Your biography (No more than 100 words, third-person bio)
• Links (your website, Facebook, Instagram)

The sample of your work has to be up to 4 images. Please note only two artworks from each artist will be exhibited.

SELECTED PARTICIPANTS:

• Your work will be showcased in an online exhibition.
• The exhibition will launch in December 2024.
• We will publish a professionally produced paperback catalogue of the exhibition in the UK.
• You will receive a PDF copy of the exhibition catalogue.
• If your work sells, Cista Arts will take no commission.
• Your work will be featured in our daily social media posts titled 'Meet the Artist' during the exhibition.
• The exhibition will be prominently displayed on our homepage during the exhibition period and will later be archived on the 'Past Exhibitions' page.
• We will tag you in our social media posts, and your website or social media account will be linked to your artworks on our exhibition page. This ensures ongoing promotion for all participating artists during and after the exhibition.
• You will receive a certificate of participation.

Applying to this exhibition opportunity is free.

If your work is accepted, there will be a £30 fee for one accepted artwork and a £50 fee for two accepted artworks.​