NHAA Call for Entry - 2025-October Unspoken

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NHAA Call For Art
October  2025 / "Unspoken"
EXHIBIT DATES: October 1-November 2, 2025
EXHIBIT LOCATION 136 State Street, Portsmouth, NH and online at nhartassociation.org
ARTCALL SUBMISSION DEADLINE  Tuesday, September 23, 11:59 p.m.
EXHIBITING DROP OFF DEADLINE  Sunday, September 28, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. and Monday, September 29, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.EXHIBIT FEE: $12 for one /$22 for two CLICK HERE FOR PAYMENT If this payment is a financial burden please contact the gallery.COMMISSION STRUCTURE: Artists retain 60%, NHAA retains 40% of sale price.OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, Oct. 3, 5-8 p.m.
PICK-UP SUBMISSIONS: Sunday, Nov. 2, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. and Monday, Nov. 3, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
This show centers on works that incorporate handwriting, text, or letterforms as a visual or conceptual element.  A different approach to the theme of ‘Unspoken’ could be exploring silence, secrecy, symbolism, things left unsaid, or communication without words.
We welcome artwork in any medium — including but not limited to painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, photography, sculpture, installation, fiber arts, and digital works — as long as it engages with the theme. This could mean:
Handwritten letters, diary entries, or journal pages integrated into the workFound or reimagined text from historical documents, books, or graffitiCalligraphy, typography, or abstracted letterforms as visual designText as a hidden layer — legible or obscured — to suggest secrecy, memory, or vulnerabilityWords or phrases that carry emotional weight, provoke curiosity, or challenge perception
We encourage both literal and abstract interpretations. The “unspoken” may be personal or universal, playful or solemn, minimal or layered. Think about what is left unsaid, what conversation topics are taboo, and what you wish you could say but don’t?  
THIS IS NOT A JURIED EXHIBIT. ALL MEMBER WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED.
ARTWORK ACCEPTED: 

1-2 pieces of work per artist
2D work – maximum framed dimension 60” in the longest direction INCLUDING FRAME.
3D work - Wall hanging 3D pieces must fit within the dimensions above. If your work weighs more than 35 pounds, we ask that you arrange a time to help install your work or provide a hanging system with instructions. Freestanding 3D work must not exceed 42” in any dimension. We allow artists to provide special pedestals when necessary or desired by the artistAll work must be created with the last 3 years and never shown at the Levy Gallery.All artists exhibiting online or at any NHAA in person venues must adhere to our PRESENTATION AND FRAMING GUIDELINES  CLICK HERE and NHAA EXHIBIT AGREEMENT CLICK HERE.
FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT: Carol Van Loon (603) 431-4230, carol@nhartassociation.org
 To learn how to enter your submissions, please watch the video below. Please note that this is not a juried exhibit, please diregard any information about that in the video.