Call for Artists: Boyd's Station Artist Guild Regional Art Exhibit

Exhibition Theme: "A River Runs Through It"

Boyd's Station, a Kentucky nonprofit organization in Harrison County, Kentucky and the Boyd's Station Artist Guild invites artists from around Kentucky to participate in our upcoming juried exhibition themed "A River Runs Through It." This exhibit seeks to celebrate the intricate relationship between the Commonwealth's waterways and the people, history, and natural beauty of Kentucky.

About the Theme:

Kentucky's rivers are not just geographical features; they are the lifeblood of our communities, shaping our culture, history, and identity. The South Fork of the Licking River, with its meandering path through Harrison County, serves as a poignant symbol of this connection. Its waters have witnessed the unfolding narratives of generations, from the indigenous peoples who first settled along its banks to the pioneers who forged new paths through the wilderness, and to the present-day residents who continue to draw inspiration from its serene beauty.

Submission Guidelines:

We invite all Kentucky artists (15 and older) working in all mediums to interpret the theme "A River Runs Through It" through their unique artistic lenses. Whether through paintings, sculptures, photography, mixed media, or any other form of artistic expression, we encourage submissions that capture the essence of Kentucky's rivers (not just the South Fork of the Licking River) and their profound impact on our collective consciousness.

Important Dates:

Artist Submission Details:

Interested artists must be residents of the state of Kentucky (15 years and older).

One artist's work will be awarded Best of Show and awarded $250.

Submissions of work in any 2D or 3D medium will be accepted for jurying.

If a piece is 2D, we MUST ask that the piece be “hang ready.” Each piece should be framed or on canvas and include a wire hanger or other hanging mechanism on the back.

The deadline for submission consideration is MONDAY, JULY 1 deadline of 5 pm EST and artists will be notified of chosen works on WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2024.

Artists will be asked to sign an Artist Exhibition Contract upon work drop off for each work. (Forms will be provided in advance of dropping off artwork)

Chosen work must be delivered to the Boyd’s Station Gallery (203 E. Pike St., Cynthiana, KY, 41031) between Noon - 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 6, or Noon - 4 p.m. Sunday, July 7, 2024.

Pickup of artwork will be the weekend following the close of the exhibition.

A $25 submission fee entitles artists to submit up to five works for consideration. This fee is waived for members of the Boyd’s Station Artist Guild.

Non-Boyd’s Station Artist Guild Member works for sale by the artist will be accepted with an agreement with a commission on all sales of 70% of sale proceeds to the artist and 30% to Boyd’s Station.

All Boyd’s Station Artist Guild Members in good standing will receive 100% of proceeds from all sales of artwork.

After completing your submission, we ask that the artist submit their submission fee as a donation by going to https://www.boydsstation.org/support or clicking the GIVE button at the top, right corner of the Boyd’s Station website. Choose $25 and

We ask that the artist fill out this form for consideration of 1-5 pieces of artwork.

Link here: https://forms.gle/PmHdK1MYue5oDbrUA.

Each submission must include a photograph (iPhone photo is fine) or a digital version of the work, as well as the following:

  • Name of artist

  • Email & Phone

  • Town/County of Residence

  • Artist Bio

  • Title of work

  • Year created

  • Short description of thoughts and intentions behind the work (see here for examples)

  • Medium of work

  • Dimensions of work

  • An asking price (if the work is for sale)

If you have any questions, please contact: leadership@boydsstation.org