Dreams & Nightmares | Call For Artists

Could dreams and nightmares be the potent driving force behind our creative processes, the mysterious catalysts igniting the flame of artistic inspiration?

A significant number of artists affirm this belief wholeheartedly.

Some find their deepest inspirations enveloped in the essence of dreams, immersing themselves in a blissful trance of creation. This state transcends mere aspiration, becoming a surreal canvas where possibilities bloom endlessly, a place where the mind wanders, seeking the sublime, the ethereal, fostering an insatiable quest to reach heights previously unimagined, somehow, somewhere.

On the flip side, many others journey through the chilling domains of nightmares, a voyage marked by relentless internal conflicts and cold sweats that pierce the stillness of the night.

These artists find themselves wrestling with the darker fragments of their psyche, exploring into corners where fears manifest and insecurities gnaw persistently. It’s a place where conflict brews, giving birth to creations steeped in raw, unfiltered emotion, art that doesn’t shy away from exposing the tumultuous storms raging within. It serves as both an exploration and an exorcism of the deep-seated darkness that resides in the corners of the human spirit. Here, the beauty arises from the conflict, the chaos, offering a catharsis that is both profound and unsettling.

“I know, I’ve been there, I am still.”

This exhibition aims to unearth the profound connections between the subconscious dream world and the pulsating, sometimes harrowing heartbeat of artistic creation, offering a sanctuary for reflection, resonance, and perhaps, revelation.

The 4th Edition of this exhibition will be curated by a renowned figure in the art world, someone many of you are familiar with both from the broader art scene and as the Editor-in-Chief of our art magazine, Mr. Anthony Fawcett.

Anthony Fawcett, a legendary art critic, started his career at Vogue at eighteen and has since made a lasting impact on the art world. He brought Man Ray to London in 1969, collaborated with John Lennon, Yoko Ono, Andy Warhol, and Charles Saatchi, and created the Beck’s Art Sponsorship Programme. Fawcett has worked with iconic artists like Francis Bacon, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Tracey Emin and many others. He also founded Anthony Fawcett Consultants, served on the Whitechapel Art Gallery Development Board, and launched the Vertu Global Art Commission. Currently, he’s working on the “Anthony Fawcett Archive” with Tate Gallery.

Gallery Space

Our gallery is located in the vibrant heart of the iconic Tower Bridge area in London. An elegant blend of historical richness and modern energy, our space serves as an extraordinary platform for artists and audiences alike.

Also: Boomer Gallery is proud to be among the 4,000 global art galleries featured on Artsy, the world's largest community of art collectors.

An exhibition with us is more than just presence in a famous location and the potential for sales, it's a doorway to the world.

Submission Guidelines

To apply, email us three images of your work (three different pieces), each with its title, size in cm, medium, price, and a short biography of no more than 150 words. Email submissions should be sent to boomergallery@gmail.com.

Eligible media include, but are not limited to, paintings, sculptures, photography, installations, prints, textiles, illustrations, digital art, Ai assisted art, poems, etc. 

Application is free, but a £189 fee (including VAT) applies for each selected artist. This fee covers an extensive suite of benefits:

• Printed catalogs, posters, and brochures

• Admin support

• Graphic designer services

• Champagne & caviar at the opening event

• Professional photographer to document the event

• Hostess, security, and bartender services at the opening

• Printing and framing for the artists who opt for that (printing and framing is included in the price). 

Our exhibition catalogs, both digital and printed, are state-of-the-art. They present the artist's profile in a magazine-like format, making them valuable beyond the exhibition itself. The catalog will be permanently displayed on our website and continuously circulated by artists, art collectors, and enthusiasts.

We facilitate direct connections between artists and collectors and do not charge a commission. Each sale happens directly between the artist and the customer. If you would like us to broker the sale, a 20% VAT will be applied on top of your initial price so please take that into consideration when pricing your works. 

Printing and Framing Support:

If you're an accepted artist facing difficulties shipping your work to us, you can send us photos of your work. We'll print and frame them for you at no additional cost. Rest assured, we strive to match the quality of your original artwork as closely as possible.

Frame sizes available:

1. 32 x 32 cm

2. 30 x 40 cm

A frequent question we receive is: how much should I price my prints if I decide to go with that option? We typically price a framed print at £400, but if you have a different price in mind, please let us know. 

Remember, printing and framing are included in the participation fee, you don’t have to pay anything extra.

Important dates:

• Application deadline: 5th October 2024

• Artwork delivery date: 10th October 2024

• Exhibition days: from 11th to the 16th of October 2024

• Opening event on 11th October, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Event:

This is a physical exhibition taking place in our iconic gallery space in the Tower Bridge district, London.

Beverages at the event:

Champagne, Cocktails, and Caviar.

Important:

When applying, please include "Dreams & Nightmares" in the subject line of your email.

Good luck to all entrants!