Variations 2023

MARBLEHEAD ARTS NATIONAL CALL

April 22 – June 18, 2023

The Marblehead Arts Association (MAA) is inviting artists, both MAA members and non-members, from across the country to participate in the MAA’s national exhibit entitled Variations 2023.

Variations is an 8-week, juried exhibit of 2D and 3D artwork, all mediums are welcome. Artwork will be juried for acceptance and judged for prizes in Fine Art, Photography, and 3D works. Winners will be awarded at the opening reception on Sunday, April 23, 2023. The Marblehead Arts Association is located at 8 Hooper Street, Marblehead, MA 01945.

Click Here for more information on Entry Site and to Enter

Cash prizes of $1000, $250 and $100 will be awarded in each category!

There is a non-refundable application fee of $35 for the first entry,
$10 for each additional entry (maximum three images).
Must be 18 years or older to enter.

Important Dates

January 17th, 2023 – Online submission start date
February 25th, 2023 – Online submission closing date
March 17th, 2023 – Email notification of Juror’s decisions
April 12th, 2023 – Deadline date for the arrival of accepted artwork(s). All artwork should be hand-delivered or shipped to arrive at The Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper Street, Marblehead MA 01945
April 22nd – June 18th – Variations 2023 Exhibit Dates
April 23rd – Opening Reception and Awards
June 20th – Beginning of Artwork pick-up (local) date
June 20th – 27th – Packing and shipping week

Exhibit Details

Artists may submit digital images for up to three pieces of artwork for jurying for acceptance.
This is a one-artist-per-piece entry only. Multiple artists working on a single piece of work is not permitted.

Commission and Sales Tax

60% paid to the artist, 40% to the Marblehead Arts Association if the piece is sold while part of the MAA’s Variations 2023 show and for 30 days following the closing if it is determined the sale is a result of having seen the artwork at the Variations 2023 exhibit, either online or in person.

Visit the site online for complete details and exhibition guidelines.

Discounts for MAA members in good standing!

At check-out, use the coupon code Hooper23, available to MAA members only, to receive a $10 discount on their first entry.
No refunds are given after payment is made.