OPEN CALL FOR ARTISTS

Heirs & Architects: Building What Was Denied

A Black History Month Exhibition at BE Lounge
Curated by Artbae LLC

Artbae, in partnership with BE Lounge in Baltimore, invites artists to submit work for Heirs & Architects: Building What Was Denied, a Black History Month–themed exhibition exploring Black legacy, resilience, and the creative future of Baltimore.

This exhibition honors those who came before us, the heirs of unfinished dreams, and the architects actively building what was historically denied access, space, and opportunity. We are seeking artwork that reflects cultural inheritance, identity, community, resistance, imagination, and forward-looking Black excellence.

ELIGIBILITY & PRIORITY

  • Open to all artists

  • Baltimore-based artists or artists with strong Baltimore ties will receive priority consideration

  • All experience levels welcome

ACCEPTED MEDIA

  • Painting

  • Drawing

  • Photography

  • Mixed media

  • Sculpture (wall-mounted or space-conscious)

  • Textile and fiber works

  • Interdisciplinary approaches

All submissions must meaningfully align with the exhibition theme.

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

  • Maximum dimensions: 48 x 60 inches

  • Work must be ready to hang or display

  • New or existing work accepted

  • Artwork will be displayed at BE Lounge for a minimum of 6 months (or until sold)

COMMISSION STRUCTURE (Consignment)

  • 65% – Artist

  • 20% – BE Lounge

  • 15% – Artbae (Curator)

All sales will be managed through Artbae.

KEY DATES

  • Submission Deadline:
    Friday, January 9th at 11:59 PM

  • Artist Notifications:
    Thursday, January 15th

  • Artwork Drop-Off Window:
    January 19th – January 22th

  • Installation:
    January 23rd – January 25th

  • Opening Reception:
    Tentatively First Weekend of February
    (Details to follow)

HOW TO SUBMIT

Artists interested in participating should submit their work (up to 5 pieces) via the open call form below.

Please ensure all submission materials are complete, including artwork images, dimensions, medium, pricing, and a brief statement connecting the work to the theme.

ABOUT THE SPACE

BE Lounge was founded with the vision of creating space for Black professionals, creatives, and community to gather, build, and thrive. This exhibition continues that mission by centering Black art, Baltimore’s cultural legacy, and the artists shaping what comes next.

QUESTIONS?

For inquiries, please contact:
Cary Michael Robinson
Founder & Curator, Artbae LLC
📞 202-420-1206
📧 info@artbaeonline.com

NOTE:

Please note: By submitting, artists agree to receive follow up communications regarding this event and other Artbae opportunities. Your information is confidential and will not be shared or sold.

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