Invitation to all Makers!
Old School Makerspace is seeking artwork for the upcoming autumn-winter exhibition. The theme for the show is loosely darkness and evil, exploring the shadows that touch the human experience: the hidden struggles of the heart, the reality of brokenness, the suffering that arises from darkness and evil, and the longing for hope in the midst of darkness. We hope to assemble a collection that invites visitors to thoughtfully engage with these themes, to seek understanding, and to discover the possibility of light and renewal even in the darkest places.
“The devil accomplishes a large part of his work by the simple method of keeping people from thinking.” — Flannery O’Connor
“If there is no God, everything is permitted.” — Fyodor Dostoyevsky
“For evil has no positive nature; but the loss of good has received the name ‘evil.’” — Augustine
What We Are Looking For:
Any medium is welcome—painting, sculpture, textile, digital media, mixed media, installation, or something entirely unexpected.
Works must have been completed within the last two years. Two-dimensional pieces should arrive ready to hang. For three-dimensional works, please include display requirements (e.g., pedestal needs, base provided, fragility considerations).
Submission Details:
Exhibition dates: mid-October through mid-January
Deadline: September 15, 2025. Please email clear photographs of each piece to annakathrynb@gmail.com with the following information:
Title of the work
Date completed
Medium
Dimensions (H × W × D in inches)
Short statement about how your piece relates to the theme of the show
All submissions will be reviewed promptly, and selected artists will be notified no later than October 1, 2025 so that installation can take place before the show opens in mid-October.
If you have questions about size limitations, installation logistics, or thematic fit, reach out to annakathrynb@gmail.com at any time. We look forward to considering your work for this show.
—The Old School Makerspace Gallery Team