{"product_id":"call-for-art-tender-tenacious","title":"Call for Art: Tender \u0026 Tenacious","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTanglewood Art Studios invites artists to submit original artwork for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eTender \u0026amp; Tenacious\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a juried exhibition inspired by Lunar New Year and the Year of the Fire Goat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Goat represents kindness, peace, and creativity, while the element of Fire brings warmth, confidence, and determination. Together, they remind us that softness and strength aren't opposites, and that kindness can be a powerful force.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThrough a variety of artistic interpretations, this exhibition celebrates renewal, resilience, and the possibilities that come with new beginnings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHIS IS YOUR SUBMISSION FEE ONLY!\u003c\/strong\u003e To complete your submission, please fill out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/forms.gle\/vQDJTVTsNnNafKYU7\" title=\"Tender \u0026amp; Tenacious, Submission Form\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGoogle Form\u003c\/a\u003e and upload your artwork image(s).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTheme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does it mean to be both tender and tenacious?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe're looking for artwork that explores the balance between gentleness and strength, whether through themes of kindness, creativity, courage, resilience, transformation, or new beginnings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterpretations can be literal or abstract, deeply personal or universally relatable. Your work might explore the courage it takes to begin again, the power of compassion, or the quiet determination behind creative expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou don't need to depict goats, flames, or traditional Lunar New Year imagery. We're interested in how these ideas inspire \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eyou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach submission must include a brief 1–2 sentence artist statement explaining its connection to the exhibition's theme.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEligibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eOpen to all visual artists nationwide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eAll works must be original artwork\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e, presented in frames or ready-to-hang formats. No prints or reproductions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMaximum Artwork Size: 36\" x 36\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eFor non-wall-mounted or sculptural approaches, please contact hello@tanglewoodartstudios.com prior to submitting—space is limited.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia \u0026amp; Formats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eAll visual media are welcome (paint, mixed media, collage, carving, etc.).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eUp to 3 pieces per artist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003ePieces must be exhibition-ready upon arrival.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFees \u0026amp; Sales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eEntry fee: $15, which includes up to 3 submissions.We want this opportunity to be accessible. If the entry fee is a barrier, please email hello@tanglewoodartstudios.com to ask about sliding-scale options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eSubmission fees support exhibition marketing, and all accepted works will be featured on Tanglewood Art Studios' social media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtists are responsible for all shipping costs: shipping to Tanglewood Art Studios, and return shipping for any unsold work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll works must be for sale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommission split: 60% to artist \/ 40% to gallery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb id=\"docs-internal-guid-5d466e32-7fff-4d7a-f295-7da808c06a74\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeople's Choice Award\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe're letting the people decide! Guests attending the opening reception on February 6th will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite artwork in the exhibition. The piece receiving the most votes will be named our People's Choice Award winner and receive a special prize (to be announced). The winner will be announced following the reception and celebrated on Tanglewood's social media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimeline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall Opens: November 18, 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubmissions Due: January 11, 2027 at 10am EST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArtist Notifications: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBy January 18, 2027, via email\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop-Off: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eJanuary 19–22, 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening Reception: February 6, 2027 from 5–7pm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExhibition Dates: February 6–March 6, 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick-Up: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMarch 9–12, 2027\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout Tanglewood Art Studios\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tanglewoodartstudios\/\" title=\"Tanglewood Art Studios Instagram\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTanglewood Art Studios\u003c\/a\u003e is more than just a studio—it’s a creative haven where artists of all backgrounds can connect, grow, and thrive. 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