the THROUGH the LOOKING GLASS exhibition
has officially ended
thank you to the artists that submitted their work!
"THROUGH the LOOKING GLASS" isn't just about stepping into a fantastical world—it's about the journey of transformation and understanding that occurs when we dare to cross the threshold between what is known and what lies beyond.
Journeying "Through the Looking Glass" refers to entering an alternate space. It suggests stepping into a place where the usual rules don't apply, and everything seems unpredictable.
This journey into a new realm, where the boundaries of logic and reason are blurred, evokes the sense of entering a landscape that might be strangely familiar. Here, curiosity leads one through experiences and learning, and symbolism hints at deeper knowledge.
The process of transition to a new perspective, like viewing the world from the other side of a mirror, suggests a shift in understanding or perception that reveals hidden truths or alternative viewpoints and adds nuance to what we already know.
Dates: late January/early February, 2025
ARTISTS: For detailed information about the open call process and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs), see below
Exhibition Venue:
We’re thrilled to announce that THROUGH the LOOKING GLASS will be held at the sophisticated BLANC Art Space in New York City.
The BLANC currently has two galleries and a premier performance space in midtown Manhattan.
Coming Soon:
the next open call will be announced in late November / early December
WANT TO GET A HEADSTART?
SMAR DEAL:
Purchase an Annual Membership and get 12 months starting from the time of purchase
Membership gets you 12 months of open calls!
Through the Looking Glass Judging Panel:
Open Call FAQs:
WHAT IS THE PROCESS FOR ENTERING?
Choose a 2-image, 6-image, or student ticket to purchase.
Once purchased, you will receive a confirmation email that will include a link to the open call submission form.
Fill out the submission form. The form includes fields to add a statement about how your work relates to the open call theme and fields to upload artwork images. You will be able to save your form and complete it at a later time.
Submit your form.
About two weeks after the open call entry has ended, winners and finalists will be notified via email.
WHAT IS THE FEE FOR ENTERING?
There are four categories for entry,
2 image entry ticket
6 image entry ticket
Discounted student entry ticket (two images)
Via See|Me paid membership (includes three to four free open call entries)
Ticket prices typically range from $24. For student entries to $44. For 6 image ticket entries. On rare occasions, the ticket price may change.
WHO WILL BE JUDGING MY WORK?
Judges are selected from art academics, gallerists, and other qualified art professionals. Judges' names and bios are posted during the open call.
HOW IMPORTANT IS MY EDUCATION, EXHIBITION HISTORY, AND PRIOR EXPERIENCE?
In order to conduct equitable practices for all artists and to allow artists of varied backgrounds including those that are self-taught and just beginning their career, See|Me practices ‘blind’ judging, meaning that open call judges only view an artist’s artwork and their statement related to the topic.
WILL I RECEIVE A CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION?
Yes
PRIZES:
WHAT ARE THE PRIZES AND PRIZE CATEGORIES?
Grand prize category: Solo or semi-Solo show (1-2 winners)
Finalist category: Group show (5-7 winners)
Student category: Group show participant (1-2 winners)
Member winner: Group show participant (1 winner)
WHAT DOES THE PRIZE, ‘A CUSTOM SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN’ MEAN?
Winners and finalists will each have beautiful personalized social media posts highlighting their artwork across platforms. These are available for winners and finalists to use on their own channels.
EXHIBITION DETAILS:
ARE EXHIBITIONS DIGITAL OR PHYSICAL?
Both. If you are a winner or finalist, you will be invited to exhibit one or more of your artworks in a physical exhibition, typically in New York City. There will also be a webpage for the exhibition and exhibition collection. In select exhibitions, a digital exhibition will be developed on the Artsy platform.
WHERE WILL THE EXHIBITION BE HELD?
See|Me exhibitions are held at partner galleries, typically in New York City.
Previous galleries have included The Blue Gallery (Manhattan), The Invisible Dog Gallery (Brooklyn), and the BLANC Art Space (Manhattan).
DO ARTWORKS NEED TO BE SHIPPED TO AN EXHIBITION?
Artworks may be shown physically or digitally (see below).
Artists are responsible for the cost of shipping artwork to the gallery and the return shipping fee.
See|Me will pack artwork to return in the original packaging when possible.
WHAT IF I CAN’T SEND MY WORK TO THE EXHIBITION?
One artwork will be shown on a digital screen with your name, artwork details, and an accompanying quote.
See|Me will occasionally work with an artist to produce a limited edition print of an original artwork. This is by mutual agreement and on a case by case basis.
DO ARTWORKS EXHIBITED NEED TO BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE?
Two or more artworks must be available for sale for the duration of the exhibition and for 90 days following the exhibition closing date
WHAT IS THE COMMISSION RATE?
Standard 50%
ARTWORK PREPARATION:
Artists are responsible for shipping or delivering artwork exhibition-ready, for example, in the case of wall art, the work must be ready to hang.
WHO ATTENDS SEE|ME EXHIBITIONS?
See|Me exhibitions are attended by a wide variety of viewers. In addition to the opening reception, we work to program private events for interested groups in order to develop a wide range of visibility for artists.
For additional information email: concierge@see.me