Loving Kindness - Participate

Art

How To Participate In This Exhibition

Who can participate?

We invite art teachers and teachers of other subject areas, museum educators, teaching artists in community settings, youth program leaders, parents and caregivers, even art therapists, to submit works of art created by children and teens, from PreK - grade 12, that relate to the theme of “mindfulness.” We encourage members of the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA) to submit work on behalf of their students. PAEA membership is not required. However, if you are interested in joining, visit:https://www.arteducators.org/promo/join

What type of art will be included?

Art can be made by individual children or teens or collaborative, in any medium: 2D, 3D, sculpture, mobiles, performance art or film, graphic design, digital art, etc. The subject of the work should be related to mindfulness and its related themes such as: Loving-Kindness; Compassion; Community; Happiness; Friendship; Family; Kindness; Fairness; Diversity; Acceptance; Peace; Gratitude; Forgiveness; and Calmness.

If you would like to participate, but need ideas for art lessons, browse this Pinterest board: https://www.pinterest.com/kb3650/mindfulness-and-art/

Is there a cost to submit work?

There is no cost to submit artwork to SlideRoom. Each adult may submit up to 25 photographs of artwork, each file no larger than 5MB.

The only cost you would incur is if your child’s artwork was chosen for the show. You are responsible for shipping or hand-delivering the work to the Gallery and providing postage to return the work to you. Or, you could pick up work in person at the conclusion of the show.

How will jurying be done?

This show is juried. We will likely get more artwork submissions than we can include in the show. Therefore, curators seek work that:

  • is from a range of formats and mediums by a wide range of children ages PreK through age 18, from diverse settings
  • creatively respond to a variety of themes related to mindfulness (listed above)
  • shows children’s authentic expressions (rather than simply following an adult’s instructions)

Important Dates

  • Due November 1, 2021: Application submitted to SlideRoom
  • November 7, 2021: You will be notified if your children’s work will be included in the show.
  • January 10-15, 2022: Drop off work to Payne Gallery between 10am-3pm (Wednesday till 8pm) & Saturday 10am-2pm
  • Thursday, Jan 27, 2022, 6:30-8:00pm: Opening reception and celebration in Payne Gallery Free and open to the public.
  • Jan 27-March 13: Show is open. Free and open to the public Tuesday-Sunday noon-4pm.

Notifications of Accepted Work and Parent/Guardian Permission

You will be notified if your children’s work will be included in the show no later than November 7, 2021. Each participating child must have a parent or guardian complete this Google Form giving permission for his/her child to participate.

Instructions For Delivering Artwork

If your student’s/ child’s artwork is accepted, please plan ahead for shipping or hand-delivery of the artwork.

Hand-delivered artwork is the preferred method of delivery.

Payne Gallery’s address is
Payne Gallery
Moravian University (South Campus)
346 Main Street 
Bethlehem, PA 18018

Days & Times to hand-deliver artwork:

January 10-14, 2022: 10am-3pm (Wednesday till 8pm) 
Saturday, January 15: 10am-2pm
Please do not hand-deliver outside of those dates and times. We cannot accept artwork at other times unless other arrangements are made in advance. Please contact co-curator, Kristin Baxter baxterk@moravian.edu if you have any questions.

Shipping Artwork

If you are unable to hand-deliver your artwork, please use this shipping address:
Moravian University
Haupert Union Building, Mailroom
c/o Kelly Carlotz
1200 Main StreetBethlehem, PA 18018 

Shipped artwork must arrive at the Haupert Union Building Mailroom between January 10-15, 2022. Please plan accordingly. 

Preparing your artwork for shipping

All artwork must be ready to hang. For 2D work, please make sure the artwork is either framed or is mounted on a heavy paper or cardstock. For 3D pieces, make sure there are no loose parts. 

Please write the artist's contact information directly on the artwork, if possible. Or, securely attach a label with the following information:

Child’s Name, age and/or grade level
Parent or guardian’s name and email or phone number
School and location (if applicable)
Title of artwork
Medium or technique

Returning your artwork at the conclusion of of the show

Teachers/ parents must provide a PREPAID return shipping label. Make sure your boxes are sturdy and can be reused. Masterpak or Airfloat boxes (or equivalent such as U-Line) are preferred for shipping.

Please do not use packing peanuts.

Your artwork will be returned in the same box you send them in. Please make a note of the tracking number of your shipment so that it can be traced if needed. Artists are responsible for insuring work during transit. Artwork is covered by Payne Gallery’s fine art insurance while on location.