Frame & Frequency X

Description

Frame + Frequency is an ongoing International film and video art screening series presented by VisArts in Rockville, Maryland (just outside Washington, DC) that highlights artists whose new media, experimental film, and video works explore contemporary visual culture, and presents an intimate panorama of the variety and breadth of video art in artistic practice today.

This edition will take place in the Kaplan Gallery from May 22–July 19, 2026.

Frame + Frequency aims to present a diverse group of artists representing multigenerational and cultural backgrounds, nationalities, and personal histories, while demonstrating the artists’ impressive command of video and new media technologies.

Deadline for submissions: January 30, 2026

Submission Specifications

Video: You may submit up to three works. Videos must be in .mp4 file format with a maximum length of 30 minutes. Upload files through our online platform or provide Vimeo links for video previews. All foreign language moving-image artworks must include English subtitles.

Resume/CV

Artist Bio (100-word max.)

Artist Statement (100-word max.)

About VisArts

VisArts is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our mission is to transform individuals and communities through the visual arts. A hub for artistic exploration and social impact since 1987, VisArts brings people together through shared creative experiences, including:

Critically acclaimed contemporary art exhibitions, programs, and events
Studio Artist and Emerging Curator programs
VisAbility Art Lab and Accessible Arts classes for artists with disabilities
Community art workshops
Art and wellness programs
Volunteer and internship opportunities

These inspire new ideas, encourage self-expression, embrace diverse perspectives, and celebrate the visual arts as fundamental to a connected community. VisArts is an active and important presence in the greater metropolitan arts community. We’re in the heart of Rockville Town Square, a thriving gathering place for the neighborhood and surrounding cities. Rockville offers easy access to public transportation to Washington, DC via the Metro (Red Line), an excellent bus system, bike trails, and parking.