Call For Exhibit Submissions!

'What is Color? What is Race? A Presentation of Black'

Call for Artwork for a new exhibit event in the Hopko Performance Gallery scheduled for October 2020. 

SoCCA is honored to present “What is Color? What is Race? – A Presentation of Black” facilitated by Deborah Garner and the Make it Different Foundation. The Make it Different Foundation was established in 2018 in honor and memoriam of Taahir “Ty” Harris who was well known for his special gift and ability to "bring people together" from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. He inspired others as both a role model and leader to his peers. The Make it Different Foundation is dedicated to reaching youth and young adults with community based interventions and supports that will help make a difference in the quality of their lives. 

The month-long event will include historical representations and exhibits, visual art, dance, performance, spoken word and motivational speaking in SoCCA’s gallery both virtually and live. The objective of the event is to bring to light in an inspiring and educational format, the hidden nuances of racial discrimination and systemic racism. 

Exhibit Specifications: Artists must be 13 years or older and are invited to submit ONE PIECE of original fine art using only black and white for inclusion in our exhibition. Work must be ready to hang; screw eyes and wire preferred when possible. Only two-dimensional works will be accepted not to exceed 36”x48” including the frame. 

Submission: Submitted artwork should reflect the contrast and diversity of black and white and can include charcoal, pen and ink, photography, paint, pencil, collage and found art objects. Download a SUBMISSION FORM HERE:

Awards: Best in Show, Second Place and Third Place will be selected by a juror and the What is Color committee members. Cash prizes will be awarded October 30, 2020 as follows:  Best in Show - $150, Second Place - $75,  Third Place - $50 

Artist Fees: a hanging fee of $10 will be collected from each artist at time of drop off. Artists are invited to price their pieces for sale. SoCCA receives 30% of each sale. 

Important Dates:  All artwork must be dropped off at SoCCA September 28 & 29 from 12-5:00.

If you have any questions or need any other information, please call 860-276-1581 or email SoCCA at southingtonarts@gmail.com