Call Description
6 Bridges Gallery invites artists to submit work for Artifacts, a juried exhibition exploring the marks, remnants, and meaningful objects that shape our understanding of the world.
We are seeking artwork that uncovers the traces of what remains; the hidden histories, personal relics, and quiet evidence of lives lived. Artists are encouraged to reflect on what we carry forward, whether physical, emotional, cultural, or imagined, and how these “artifacts” reveal the stories and connections that endure over time.
All interpretations and mediums, excluding video and AI-generated art, are accepted and welcome.
The Juror
The exhibit will be juried by Claudia Fiks, an independent curator and arts administrator with over 20 years of experience supporting artists and shaping exhibition programs across the Boston area and beyond. She is the Founder and Director of TAG | The Art Gallery at the New England Art Center (NEAC) in Boston’s SoWa Art & Design District, where she curates monthly exhibitions and creates opportunities for artists to exhibit, connect with collectors, and expand their professional visibility.
Claudia’s curatorial approach is driven by a strong commitment to artist development and thoughtful dialogue between artwork and audience. She is particularly interested in work that demonstrates clarity of intention, conceptual depth, and a compelling visual language, regardless of medium or career stage.
In addition to her gallery work, Claudia serves as Director of Newton Open Studios, one of the region’s largest art events, and is a contributor to Artscope Magazine, where she writes about contemporary art and serves as a tour guide at major art fairs including Art Basel, The Armory Show, and international Biennales.
As a juror, Claudia values authenticity, risk-taking, and the ability of a work to communicate beyond the surface. She sees the selection process not only as an evaluation, but as an opportunity to discover artists whose work resonates, challenges, and stays with the viewer.
Exhibit Information
Entry Deadline: August 16
Notification of Acceptance: September 9
Accepted Works: Will be posted at 6Bridges.Gallery
Drop-off Accepted Work: September 30 – October 3, 11 am – 5 pm
Drop-off Location: 6 Bridges Gallery, 77 Main Street, Maynard, MA
* Note: We do not accept work that is shipped.
Exhibit Dates: October 7 – November 14
Reception: October 17, 5 – 7 pm
Pick-up Work: November 15-17, 10 am – 4 pm
* Note: We do not store or ship artwork. A $20 late fee will be applied for works of art not picked up by November 17, 2026. NO EXCEPTIONS. If you cannot pick up on time, please make arrangements with a friend or family member to pick up your work for you. The gallery cannot be responsible for works left behind.
Awards:
– Artifact Award
– Jurors’ Choice
– People’s Choice
Application Requirements:
– This is a Juried exhibit; entry does not guarantee acceptance.
– Up to 3 works may be submitted.
– Work must have been created within the past 3 years.
– 2D art must be wired and ready to hang (no sawtooth hangers). Maximum size including frame is 40” in any direction.
– 3D art maximum weight is 40 lbs; maximum dimension in any direction is 40”.
– Small pedestals will be provided for 3D pieces.
– Artists must provide any other special equipment to display work.
– All work must be for sale.
– Artists receive 60% on all sales.
– All work must remain on display through the duration of the exhibit.
Entry Fees:
– $35 for the first entry
– $5 each for second and third
Eligibility Criteria:
– Open to all artists age 16 and older.
– Open to all media except video or any AI-generated “art.”
Questions?
Email 6bridgesgallery@gmail.com with subject header “artifacts”
- Artists whose work is selected for inclusion in the exhibit will be responsible for personal delivery and handoff of the artwork to the exhibit space during appointed dates/times.
Shipped artwork will not be accepted.
- Artists are responsible for the delivery, pack, transport, and return of their artwork at their own risk and expense.
- The Exhibitors (6 Bridges Gallery & Artspace Maynard), their staff, and the owner of the building in which the artworks are exhibited are not responsible for any damage that may occur during the transport, installation, exhibition, or de-installation of art works. The Exhibitors’ insurance does not cover damage to artwork during transit to or from the exhibit space.
- Artists agree to assume all risk of damage to or loss of their own art from whatever cause.
- Artist further agrees to release and to hold harmless the Exhibitors, their officers, directors, employees, volunteers and agents from any and all liabilities and damages to artwork and/or persons as a result of any part of artist’s participation in the exhibit.
- Insurance for artwork in the exhibit is the artist’s responsibility, and it is strongly recommended that artists insure works themselves.
- Exhibitors reserve the right not to hang work that: arrives damaged; is not properly wired for hanging; is not equivalent to the image submitted for selection; otherwise does not conform to Submission Requirements. Damaged work will be reported to the artist and, if needed, returned at the artist’s expense.
- Submission fees are nonrefundable.
- All hand-delivered work must be picked up on the show closing date by either artist or buyer. Art cannot be stored and hand-delivered work cannot be return-shipped.
- By entering the show, artists grant exhibitors the limited right to use images of the artist’s work, labeled with artist name and painting title, for promotional and news purposes related to the show.
Questions?