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After Hours

Midnight ravers, all-nighters, night owls, nighthawks, "last call"...or is this just the beginning?  Vestige Concept Gallery wants to know what happens long after the sun goes down.   After Hours seeks to showcase works of art that feature nightlife and/or, life, at night.  Works could be about bars and nightclubs, speakeasys, smoky lounges, filled with music: jazz, blues, soul, rock, hip-hop... to late night diners, the El-train, taxis, drag, drag racing, street life, gangsters, graffiti, hookups, drinking, sex, nudes, partying, and drugs.  Have a nightcap and catch the red-eye.  (But remember, keep it classy!)  

We accept works from emerging, mid-career, and/or professional artists. Work should somehow relate to the theme of the show.

A Very Vestige Christmas

It’s that time of year!  The holidays are coming and Vestige Concept Gallery loves to celebrate with style, beauty, and ART.  Starting Mid-November, this Mixed Exhibition is open to all artists and any genre, and has a contemporary theme.  ‘A Very Vestige Christmas’ aims to showcase the latest pieces from emerging and mid-career artists in 2022  that are thematically lively, bold, ‘pop’, metallic, abstracts, slick, stylized, and fit for modern décor.  The show is also open to 3D and sculptural items.   Lots of events and excitement will round out the year with fun and joyous celebration! 

Primal Disposition II: Dual Dilemma

Heaven/Hell, Yin/Yang, masculine/feminine, positive/negative, light/dark, split identities, God/Devil, fire/ice, earth/water, love/hate, young/old, and following the ancient axiom: "As Above So Shall It Be Below," Primal Disposition II: Dual Dilemma seeks to showcase works of art that deal with the concept of Duality that are are raw, dark, religious, emotive, primitive, earthen, sexual, sensory, confrontational, instinctual.  We are also looking for work that is primal in the materials used: foundational, basic, primary, elemental, and/or not of this world...

We accept works from emerging, mid-career, and/or professional artists. Work should somehow relate to the theme of the show.

F**KING IT UP

Left field. Throwing something at the wall.  (Un) Happy accidents.  "F**KING IT UP" is about embracing imperfections. We are seeking works from any genre of art that are somehow accidental, experimental, mishaps, (un)intended, rough cuts, strokes of (non)genius, "oops," multiple attempts, frustrations, "give ups" (unfinished/finished), outtakes, and convey the artistic spirit of "let's try this!".  Work could be funny, folksy, campy, and/or vulgar, but the art should still be commercially appealing.  When applying, please include the story behind the work and why you feel it is "F**KING IT UP" material! 

We are also seeking artwork from working artists that is non-typical for their portfolio (i.e. ceramics made by a painter).

Backroads 2: Further On Ahead

"Backroads 2: Further On Ahead" seeks to expand the popular 2021 theme of "art, less traveled".  This exhibit showcases works of art that venture off the beaten path, especially with regard to travel. Artwork could include places or experiences involving hidden gems, special or unusual places, wanderings, odd travel, strange encounters, and/or lost and fading places.  "Further On Ahead" is a summer exhibit, and could convey a sense of summer fun in the works (i.e. not winter), and that the journey never ends...

Works can be from any medium, and are accepted from Emerging, Mid-Career, and/or Professional Artists.

"Backroads 2: Further On Ahead" In-Person opening reception party will be held Saturday, July 9th, 2022 at 6 PM. 

On Neutral Ground

"On Neutral Ground" seeks works of art that explore neutrality and the middle way. In a world of increasing polarization and conflict, those who do not choose sides are left to wonder where to stand.  "Neutral Ground" seeks to create a zone of peace by displaying works of art that are free from heavy sensory output including themes and messages, whether intentional or not. Works could show a softness, harmony, balance, and sense of meditation. In doing so, works ideally should incorporate neutral tones, such as white, greys, soft blacks, and beige.  Works may also include "natural" media, in terms of the materials used and can be of a political nature, so as long as they are free from overt messaging and convey the ideals of neutrality.  

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