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  • Crow’s Nest: Call for Art

    Posted by Siyu Xie on January 21, 2026 at 11:34 am

    SOLARPUNK– Submissions due March 03

    We can’t be what we can’t see. As fascism destroys our social systems, the ability to imagine a way out is vital– we cannot simply return to the neoliberal structures that failed us and allowed the climate crisis in the first place. Imagining better is difficult, radical work– perhaps more difficult and more radical than critique. What does a liberated world look like? How will we live? We invite artists to share their visions– from grounded to fantastical of a better world, grounded in justice and restorative systems of living in harmony with nature.

    We are open to a wide range of media, including traditional (painting, sculpture, fiber, drawing, book arts etc) and new media (sound, photography, animation, film & video, interactive art) as well as installation work. For this call, we are particularly interested in illustration, narrative, and sequential art. We are also interested in abstract or theory-based connections to the theme.

    Please read over the guidelines before submitting. Feel free to ask any clarifying questions needed before hitting “send”

    We are also seeking programming proposals for this call!

    Events such as performances, workshops, or opportunities to collaborate with scientists or activists are extremely desirable. In person programming that can be scheduled during gallery hours is preferred. In person programming that is greenlit by the crow’s nest will receive a small honorarium (typically $75 for talks/performances, and $95 for workshops– we are open to workshop fees that may require a higher budget).

    Even if you are not submitting artwork, we would welcome your programming proposal! This is a seperate application with no fee.

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    Call for HIGH SCHOOL artists: “Claiming the Future”— Due April 03

    The younger one is, the less culpable they are for the climate crisis– and yet, today’s youth are slated to live through the drastic consequences of earlier generations’ complacency for most of their lives. With this in mind, the Crow’s Nest is eager to platform youth voices for our show May-June 2026, “Claiming the Future.”

    Thank you to the Youth Climate Institute for collaborating on this exhibit. There is no application fee, and cash prizes will be awarded to first-third place finalists. Please read through the guidelines carefully before applying, and share with any interested teen artists you may know!

    Call for Art– Solo/Small Group show proposals for the Crow’s Nest:

    We are still open to full gallery proposals for 2026! We are looking for Solo and Small Group show propositions from artists and curators that generally align with our mission: supporting artwork that addresses the climate crisis & environmental injustice.

    Read more & apply here! This proposal form will remain open indefinitely and we will accept shows on a rolling basis, the available show dates will simply be updated as slots are filled. Please feel free to ask as many questions as desired before submitting a formal application.

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