Nov
16
to Jan 18
Submissions Open : November 16, 9 am
Oct
25
to Dec 31
ECOCA Open Call 2022
Submissions will be considered for an exhibition guest curated by Kristina Newman-Scott. The exhibition will run from March 6 - April 24, 2022 at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art in New Haven, Connecticut. Artist submissions will also be considered for a variety of 2022 programming opportunities at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art. See the prospectus for details.
Submissions Open : October 25, 2021
Deadline to Apply : Friday, December 31, 11:59 pm EST
Jun
13
to Aug 22
fu-tur-ol-o-gy call
Insook Hwang, My love watches over you #3, USA
We invite you to share your vision of the future.
Inspired by our previous exhibition COVIMETRY, created by Mark Starel & Discursive Geometry, fu·tur·ol·o·gy looks beyond this current time, envisioning what our future might hold. You are invited to select a canvas template and participate in this growing project which will present our collective vision both utopian and dystopic of hope, despair, fear, beauty, love and peace.
Oct
25
to Dec 30
Open Call 2021
Submissions will be considered for an exhibition guest curated by Krista Scenna, independent curator and owner of Ground Floor Gallery based in Brooklyn, NY. The exhibition will run from March 7 - April 18, 2021 at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art in New Haven, Connecticut.
Artist submissions will also be considered for a variety of 2021 programming opportunities at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art. See the prospectus on our website for details.
Submissions Open : October 25, 2020
Deadline to Apply : December 30, 2020
Oct
25
to Dec 30
ECOCA Open Call 2021
Submissions will be considered for an exhibition guest curated by Krista Scenna, independent curator and owner of Ground Floor Gallery based in Brooklyn, NY. The exhibition will run from March 7 - April 18, 2021 at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art in New Haven, Connecticut.
Artist submissions will also be considered for a variety of 2021 programming opportunities at the Ely Center of Contemporary Art. See the prospectus on our website for details.
Submissions Open : October 25, 2020
Deadline to Apply : December 30, 2020
Mar
22
to May 1
Your Pet Here
Call for Pet-centric Art in All Media
Now more than ever, the support and love we are offered from our pets is essential to our well-being and overall morale. In times of crisis, we can look forward to the unconditional love we receive from our animal companions. ECOCA wants to see your furry, feathered, slithery, and slimy family members in celebration of the pure joy they offer us in times of difficulty.
Submission requirements can be viewed here.
Mar
22
to May 1
What Now?
Call for Perspectives
Amid the current health crisis, we are all left looking not only at our present, but ahead to our future - what do we do now? How is the current health crisis affecting you, and how do you anticipate that it will affect the future? Join our global open call and submit your response; all submissions will be aggregated on our website. We will add submissions as we receive them, and all mediums are welcome, including writing, photography, painting, performance, video, et cetera. We aim to amplify as many voices as possible during this time, a period in which solidarity and feelings of community are particularly crucial.
Submission requirements can be found here.
Feb
2
to Feb 16
The Coven
The Ely Center of Contemporary Art invites video artists of all ages, genders, and backgrounds to submit to Witchy’s cinema coven — a free opportunity for video artists to submit work under the overarching themes of the Witchy exhibition.
Deadline to apply: Sunday, February 16, 2020 at noon
Limited space — submit soon!
Submission Guidelines:
All submissions must be under 5 minutes.
All videos will be looped on one projector.
All videos must be submitted as an .avi, .mov, or .mp4 file.
Submissions should be made to Maxim Schmidt at mschmidt@elycenter.org — subject line must read “Witchy Video Submission (First & Last Name Here)”
Submissions must contain artist name, title, date, exact run time, email address, and phone number
Jan
24
to Apr 26
Bot_ish Open Call
E X T R A / A L M O S T / H U M A N
An unjuried exhibition about touch and tech
Deadline to submit ONLINE submission form: Sunday, April 26, 2020. (NOTE: online submission form must be completed BEFORE drop off of artwork!)
Guidelines & Entry Fee
Artwork Submissions
All artwork to be exhibited must be submitted online before the drop-off date—no exceptions!
Artists may submit up to two works. Select the appropriate link below to submit payment for each submission.
Submit a high-quality, high-resolution jpg or png for each submission.
Each submission must include the title and insurance value/sale price of the artwork.
Read and agree to the Release of Liability before submitting your form.
Artwork Drop-off
Each artwork delivered must have a label attached to the back with the artist name, title and sale price. Please make sure it is easily detachable. All packing materials must be removed from the artwork at drop off and taken away.
Artist must provide all exhibition materials such as pedestals, museum wax, or hanging implements for their work. Please bring the work ready to hang and add any installation instructions to the label with your name and sale price.
Bring a printout of your bio and resume to add to the exhibition binder.
Want to help?
If you would like to volunteer your time in exchange for the submission fee, select the Volunteer Entry option. ECOCA will contact you to schedule your volunteer activity.
Jan
24
to Feb 26
Witchy Open Call
E X T R A / A L M O S T / H U M A N
An unjuried exhibition about magic, power, spirituality and feminism
Deadline to submit ONLINE entry form
Wednesday, February 26, 2020 by noon
(NOTE: online submission form must be completed BEFORE drop off of artwork!)
Guidelines & Entry Fee
Artwork Submissions
All artwork to be exhibited must be submitted on-line before the drop-off date—no exceptions!
Artists may submit up to two works. Select the appropriate link below to submit payment for each submission.
Submit a high-quality, high-resolution jpg or png for each submission.
Each submission must include the title and insurance value/sale price of the artwork.
Read and agree to the Release of Liability before submitting your form.
Artwork Drop-off
Each artwork delivered must have a label attached to the back with the artist name, title and sale price. Please make sure it is easily detachable. All packing materials must be removed from the artwork at drop off and taken away.
Artist must provide all exhibition materials such as pedestals, museum wax, or hanging implements for their work. Please bring the work ready to hang and add any installation instructions to the label with your name and sale price.
Bring a printout of your bio and resume to add to the exhibition binder.
Want to help?
If you would like to volunteer your time in exchange for the submission fee, select the Volunteer Entry option. ECOCA will contact you to schedule your volunteer activity.
Sep
1
to Dec 1
Open Call 2020
DEADLINE EXTENDED DEC. 1
Apply now! Submit your work for exhibition opportunities with ECOCA for 2020.
Deadline to apply : Sunday, December 1, 2019, 11:59 pm EST
Submissions considered for:
An exhibition guest curated by Sharon Butler, January 12 – February 16, 2020
Solo exhibitions curated by ECOCA
Grace’s Trust, an on-line exhibition platform
Thematic exhibitions
Project space for video, installation, and experimental works
Perspectives Gallery @ Whitney Center (in Hamden) exhibitions curated by Debbie Hesse
Other off-site programs
For more information, visit Open Call 2020.
Jan
9
to Jun 12
ECOCA A.I.R. 2019
Submissions will be accepted until June 12
Residency Dates : July 1 – August 25, 2019
Artists Work-Space Residency
ECOCA A.I.R. will include:
> Opening and Closing reception, to be announced
> Studio visits by artists, to be announced
A new edition of the ECOCA artist-in-residence workspace program where artists and collectives each occupy a room in the John Slade Ely House Galleries, a 1905 English Elizabethan style house, to produce work that includes film, painting, illustration, video and social practice.
ECOCA A.I.R. editions reinforce our mission to reaffirm Grace Ely’s testamentary wishes for an art center where artists, arts organizations, and the public assemble, exchange, learn, and engage through exhibitions, performances, and emerging contemporary practice.
Join the ECOCA mailing list to receive updates about programming.
Jan
9
to Feb 25
Our Bodies Ourselves : An unjuried exhibition
Submissions will be accepted until February 28 at 2 pm
Exhibition: March 7 – April 10, 2019
Public Reception: Sunday, March 10 from 1 – 3pm
EXTENDED!
Deadline to complete ONLINE entry form: February 28, 2019, by 2 pm (before drop off!)
Drop off dates: Sunday, February 24, 1 – 4 pm;
Monday, February 25, 10 am – 1 pm; and
Wednesday & Thursday, February 27 & 28, 2:30 – 5:30 pm
Pick up artwork: Wednesday, April 10, 7 – 8pm and Sunday, April 14, 1 – 3 pm
We invite all culture producers and all genders—artists, writers, thinkers, makers-to participate in this exhibition with work that addresses issues of consent, gender, equity, health, spirituality and identity.
Install: February 27 – March 2
De-install artwork: Friday, April 6; Saturday, April 7, 12–2 pm; and Sunday, April 8, 1–3 pm
Jul
12
to Oct 2
#Unload : Pick Up the Pieces
Detail of Picking Up the Pieces 2018 by Helen Klisser During
Important Dates and Times
Knolling Performance at Artspace : July 12, 4:30–6:30 pm.
Deadline for Application to Exhibit : Wednesday, October 2, 11:59 pm
Artwork Drop-offs : Tuesday/Wednesday, October 2 and 3, 12–4 pm; Thursday, October 4, 5–8 pm
Opening Reception : Thursday, October 11, 5–8 pm
Closing Party : November 11, 1–3 pm
Artwork Pick-ups : November 11, 3–5 pm and November 12, 12–4 pm
Jun
3
to Jul 26
ECOCA A.I.R. 18
Summer Edition
June 3 – July 26, 2018
Artists Work-Space Residency
ECOCA A.I.R. will include:
> Closing reception July 26, 5-8 pm
> Studio visits by artists to be announced
> Open studios June 23, 3 pm for International Festival of Arts & Ideas tour
A new edition of the ECOCA artist-in-residence workspace program where artists and collectives each occupy a room in the John Slade Ely House Galleries, a 1905 English Elizabethan style house, to produce work that includes film, painting, illustration, video and social practice.
The International Arts & Ideas Festival is planning a Public Tour on Saturday, June 23 @ 3 pm, of the Ely Center's Artists-in-Residence and a Closing Reception on July 26 from 5-7 pm. . Other special programming will be announced throughout the month—studio visits for the residents and workshops, panels, conversations, screenings, and other public events driven by the artists-in-residence.
ECOCA A.I.R. editions reinforce our mission to reaffirm Grace Ely’s testamentary wishes for an art center where artists, arts organizations and the public assemble, exchange, learn, and engage through exhibitions, performances, and emerging contemporary practice.
Join the ECOCA mailing list to receive updates about programming.
May
30
to Jul 21
Open Call 2018/19
Open Call 2018/19
Submissions considered for August 2018 – June 2019
Deadline to apply : July 21, 11:59 pm EST
Application fee : $35 *
Application Materials
> Up to five high-resolution images of artwork
> CV / bio
> Artist statement
All Submissions Considered
> Solo exhibitions
> Online exhibitions
> Group exhibitions
> Project room space
> Off-site exhibitions at Whitney Center Perspectives Gallery and other venues
> Social media and website promotion
Eligibility & Terms
> Artists of all backgrounds and working in all medium are welcome to apply
> All artwork submitted must be ready to hang or install
> Artists will be responsible for delivery of artwork
> We do not ship work
> Works in new media, film, or video
> Equipment is limited, supplied equipment welcome
> Artists may submit up to five works
* This fee does not apply to entry fees for Special Exhibition Calls.
Jan
16
to Feb 25
Silence Breakers
Deadline for online entries: February 24, 2018
Exhibition Dates: Sunday, March 4 – Thursday, April 5, 2018
Gallery Hours: Wednesday and Thursday from 5–8 pm, Saturday and Sunday 1–4 pm
Public Reception: Thursday. March 8 from 5–8 pm
Public Closing Reception: Thursday April 5 from 5–8 pm
Each year during Women’s History Month, the Ely Center of Contemporary Art (ECOCA) showcases In Grace We Trust, an annual exhibition that reminds us that 51 Trumbull Street, now a pillar of the New Haven arts community, was once Grace T. Ely's home. In Grace We Trust addresses ideas of tradition and change - a nod to the past as we confront current societal challenges and rise together to create our future narrative.
This year, ECOCA is collaborating with Nasty Women Connecticut for In Grace We Trust: Silence Breakers. We invite artists working across disciplines, to create artwork that addresses issues of abuse, consent, and identity as well as themes of domesticity and home. The show will look at the often-blurred line between security and insecurity we associate with home—while embracing ideas around women’s issues, equity, individuality, and home life.
Drop off and install: February 27 – March 2
De-install artwork: Friday, April 6; Saturday, April 7, 12–2 pm; and Sunday, April 8, 1–3 pm
PARTICIPATE!
Oct
17
to Nov 17
Jun
29
to Aug 13
Flag Swag
FLAG SWAG will include an array of affordable limited edition multiples by artists: stickers, flair, zines to flags and fashion accessories, t-shirts and much more.
To participate, fill out the form link here and submit.