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First Exhibition for 2025

Peace Is What I Crave, Freedom Is What I Need

Step into a powerful exploration of anxiety

An evocative exhibit that dives into the complexities of anxiety— its illusions of safety, how it grips us, shapes our actions, and offers false security. Through bold artistic expressions, discover how stepping into discomfort, embracing disruption, and trusting the unknown becomes the path to freedom.

Join us for the exhibit reception on Saturday, March 22nd, and join us in this thought-provoking exploration of anxiety and resilience.

Art Talk invites artists

Art Talk invites artists to submit works for our inaugural 2025 exhibition, Peace Is What I Crave, Freedom Is What I Need. This exhibit explores the raw and complex relationship with anxiety—how it shapes our actions, distorts our sense of safety, and the courage required to disrupt its cycle.

We are seeking submissions that reflect the themes of anxiety, resilience, discomfort, and trust. Artists are encouraged to express personal or universal narratives through their chosen medium. This is an opportunity to share your perspective on the delicate balance between seeking peace and embracing the discomfort that leads to true freedom.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Theme: Works must explore anxiety and its antidotes (disruption, discomfort, trust, etc.).
  • Mediums Accepted: Painting, small sculpture, photography, mixed media, digital art.
  • Submission Deadline: March 1st, 2025.
  • Exhibit Reception: Saturday, March 22nd, 2025

How To Submit:

  • 1. Number of submissions allowed per artist: 2 - Submit up to two high-quality images of your work.
  • 2. Include a brief artist statement (max 250 words) explaining how your piece connects to the theme.
  • 3. Provide dimensions, medium, and title of each work.
  • 4. Send submissions to [email protected] with the subject line: Peace Is What I Crave Submission - [Your Name]

Important Information:

  • Works must explore anxiety and its antidotes (disruption, discomfort, trust, etc.).
  • Art must be ready to display (framed, wired, etc.) and delivered to 221 Spring St. Newport, RI by March 8th, 2025.
  • Details of the artist/gallery split will be outlined in a contract if your work is selected.