Call for Artists: New Orleans National Vodou Day Symposium Art Show

What you need to know:

1. Event Overview
This art show is part of the New Orleans National Vodou Day Symposium, taking place on April 5, 2025. Local artists are invited to submit their works—paintings, sculptures, photography, or digital art. The submitted works should explore Vodou as an elemental force of change and healing, showcasing its cultural and spiritual significance.

2. Themes
The core theme is Vodou heritage, community, and cultural preservation. Submissions should reflect the transformative and restorative aspects of Vodou.

3. Submission Requirements

• A short biography (100–150 words) highlighting relevant experience and background.

• An Artist Statement describing your artwork.

• High-quality images of your work with dimensions and medium specified.

• Deadline EXTENDED: January 31, 2025.

Please use the provided link to download and submit your application.

4. Exhibition Details

• The exhibition will take place during the symposium on April 5, 2025.

• Only small to medium-sized pieces will be accepted. Artwork dimensions must not exceed 24 inches in any direction.

• All submissions must align with the thematic focus and size requirements.

• Artists requiring AV equipment for digital or interactive pieces must state this in their application.

5. Digital Images
Submit high-resolution images of your artwork (at least 300 DPI) for the initial review process.

6. Artist Benefits
Participating artists will:

• Gain public exposure and connect with a global audience.

• Contribute to cultural preservation efforts.

• Showcase their work to art collectors, cultural leaders, community members, and international attendees.

7. Evaluation Criteria
Submissions will be evaluated based on:

• Alignment with the themes

• Artistic quality

• Originality

• Cultural significance

8. Contact Information
For questions, please contact: neworleansNVD@gmail.com