This is a media/genre specific show, focusing on the altered book. Artists are invited to explore both the literal story as well as the cultural subtext and iconography of "Little Red Riding Hood." All entries should be in the form of an altered book (or similar format artist book) and include a supporting statement. For more information on creating an altered book, please see the archived LIVE...
As long as there has been the artist, there has been the artist as subject. Some artists do self-portraiture as study for other work or for lack of another handy model. Others pursue it as an exploration of self. Regardless of the media used, it is always fascinating to see how the artist views herself. "Me, Myself, and I: The Self-Portrait Show" hopes to shed some light on the artist's inner visi...
Religious themes, formal portraits, and the re-telling of historical and mythical events epitomize classical art. "Epic" challenges the artist to interpret these themes for the 21st century viewer. Artists should depict the modern equivalent of classic subjects and settings using classic techniques and motifs or depict classic themes and motifs using modern mediums and styles. What ever appro...
This month, we focus on the crocus.
Music serves as a muse for many artists, but we don't often consider the inherent physical beauty of the music's source. Works should consider the lyrical beauty of the instruments that make the music that inspire us all. Entries must include a recognizable musical instrument as a primary element of their composition.
This is a media/genre specific show, focusing on the landscape as captured via black & white photography.
This month's focus is the rose.
Sloth. Pride. Envy. Lust. Gluttony. Wrath. Greed. Long held as the seven deadly sins, we see evidence of their presence daily in Western Society. Some of these sins are even "celebrated" as virtues in modern society. This exhibit challenges our members for their interpretation of one, several, or all of these sins via the media of their choice. Be sure to note which sin is being portrayed and ...
This month's flower is the poinsettia.
Who said there isn't a second chance in life? Here's one last chance to show off work that was done specifically for an EBSQ themed show (both open and EBSQ Plus) for the 2004 Calendar year. Artists, please mention the show for which the piece was originally intended. Important: artists need to have been a member during the open period of the show for the piece to be eligible. Also, only EBSQ ...