First Annual International K-Love 4 Art Gallery Visual Art Exhibition Exhibition Title: Animal Conference on the Extinction of Humans

Description

We are thrilled to extend this invitation to artists worldwide to participate in our inaugural event.
This exhibition promises to be a platform for artists to showcase their talent and creativity on a global scale, in the city of Seattle, with the opportunity to win prestigious awards, a gallery exhibition in 2025/26, networking opportunities, and a showcase of your artwork and bio on website.

What's Your take on the Animals Conference for the survival of humans? We want to see it!

Location
K-Love 4 Art, llc
3433 4th Ave S
Seattle, WA, 98134

klove4art@gmail.com
rashawnna-at-klove4art.com

Entry Fee
$35 for up to 3 works. $40 for 4 works. $45 for 5 works.
Up to 5 works per artist.
Exhibition Requirements
Artist must provide a short artist statement (120 word maximum)
Maximum 40” on the longest edge.
Works must be wired, framed, and ready to hang.
All works must be for sale. NFS is not allowed.
Awards
1st Prize
$1000, with solo exhibition in 2025/26 & Artist Gallery Contract for 1 year
2nd Prize
$500, with solo exhibition in 2025/26 & Artist Gallery Contract for 1 year
3rd Prize
$300, with solo exhibition in 2025/26 & Artist Gallery Contract for 1 year
4th, 5th, 6th
Group exhibition in 2025
Honorable Mention
Inaugural Curators
Carol Rashawnna Williams, rashawnna-at-klove4art.com
Award Winning Artist, Cornish College of Arts Neddy Finalist with work in collections at City of Seattle, Colleges in the region, Seattle Convention Center and numerous homes. With a BA in Advanced Studio Arts and Traditional Photography, MA in Organizational Development, PhD Art as Education (2 years), is the Owner at K-Love 4 Art Gallery & BIPOC Sustainable Tiny Art House Community

Noa Piper, instagram.com/noapiper
Prestigious Pacific Northwest Artist of more than 20 years with expertise in visual art, painting and sculpture, takes the mundane and works it into abstract controlled chaos. Noa’s work has been on exhibition in local galleries, organizations and at the imphamis Tashiro Kaplan Artists Lofts.

Eli Lara, elinotlara.com
Tashiro Kaplan Artist, with commissions by Seattle Folklife Festival, the 2024 Festival Cover and the owner of Print Media Studio in the heart of Downtown Seattle, Eli finds inspiration in the energy of the living psyche, interested in capturing the forms and figures of the natural world in a tactile, visceral manner. He paints in a gestural and spontaneous fashion, capturing the emotions and movements of the living form, melding the experience of both the subject and the observer He graduated in 2013 from the University of Washington School of Art with a BA in Interdisciplinary Visual Arts. He currently lives and works out of the Tashiro Kaplan Artist Lofts in Pioneer Square.

Maya Milton, 21entities.com
Emerging Artist with recognition as Cornish College of the Arts Neddy Finalist and exhibitions in multiple galleries in the region. Maya creates work that fosters a transformative space where ALL can envision lives beyond the confines of existing structures, while also creating art that explores the depths of peace. I draw inspiration from human connection, consciousness, and the vast universe, with a style that incorporates elements of Pop Art. Placing us in positions that reveal the inherent beauty and extraordinary power within us all.

Jasmine Iona Brown, spaceworkstacoma.com/staff
Sculptor Painter, Coordinator at Spaceworks, Tacoma, WA, has commissioned work in public spaces, is a multi-disciplinary artist, creative entrepreneur, and Public Art Coordinator for Spaceworks Tacoma. She is also the director of a local non-profit art school called, Swan Creek Art Academy, that provides free art classes to the community. And she is a member of the Tacoma Arts Commission.
Packaging and Shipping Artwork
Must be received by November 28, 2024. Artwork received after this date will be mailed back to artists and not permitted in exhibition.

Artists whose works require shipping are responsible for securely packaging their pieces according to provided guidelines. Shipping arrangements must be finalized by this date to ensure timely delivery. Artists must provide shipping return labels for their artwork. All artwork must be wired, framed and ready to hang or it will NOT be accepted into exhibition.
Artwork Hanging
November 25–29, 2024.
The selected artworks will be professionally arranged and displayed within the exhibition space, creating an immersive and visually stunning experience.
Exhibition Opening
Saturday, November 30, 2024
The exhibition will open to the public, marking the beginning of a celebration of artistic excellence and creativity.
Opening Reception
Saturday, December 7, 2024. 1–8pm, with after party 9pm–midnight.
Exhibition Duration
November 30, 2024–February 28, 2025
Exhibition open to the public.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore the exhibition and engage with the artworks throughout this period. Artwork can also be viewed online, and by appointment.
Artwork Return
Artwork to be shipped back to artists; March 1 - April 1, 2025.

Note: All dates are subject to change at the discretion of the organizers. Artists will be notified of any updates or modifications to the timeline. We look forward to hosting the first annual international art exhibition and celebrating the exceptional talent of artists worldwide!
Questions
Please contact Carol at klove4art@gmail.com