More Info:

(This same information can be found on the Facebook event page)

-Submitting work to this show is open to all LGBTQ+ residents of Humboldt County, CA who are 18+

-The Opening Celebration is open to all. Artists are highly encouraged to attend. Be aware that themes of  some of the art work and performances will be PG13.

-The show will take place at Synapsis in Eureka California.

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The theme is open (meaning there is no set theme). All art themes must be PG13 (no gore, sexual acts etc. Tastefully drawn/painted nudes are okay. NO NUDE PHOTOGRAPHY), as Synapsis is a family friendly location. NO AI art! AI generated art will not be accepted.

Visual and performing art entries welcome: ex: Poetry, drag, dance, musical performance, aerial performance, original costumes, fashion, jewelry, sculpture, drawing, painting, mixed media, print making, photography, etc. Performers will perform on the day of the opening celebration, June 21st. There will be a set list with limited space, due to time limit. One performance per artist. 5min set up, 5min performance, 5min take down, 15min total. More time will be allowed if needed, but no more than a total of 30min. 6 guaranteed performance slots.

Drag and dance/musical  performances MUST be PG13 and family friendly. NO burlesque.

All work MUST be ready to hang/display when dropped off at Synapsis. You may include a typed & printed artist statement, but it is optional. Folks with costumes may wear their costumes the day of the opening and/or submit a photo of their original costume with a written description/info about the piece to put up before the opening (optional). If you wish to display your costume instead of wear it you must provide your own method of display (dummy/mannequin of some sort). Performers must provide their own music and musical equipment. More info on availability of pedestals, sound equipment etc. will be posted as when it received.

There will be free LGBTQ themed goodies, snacks, and canned/bottled drinks available during the opening (while supplies last). Fresh food will be available this year! Consume at your own risk. This is a dry event. No alcohol.

This show will be at Synapsis located on Union in Eureka. They are working hard to make the location more accessible, but I can not guarantee that it will meet every person's needs. Plan accordingly and call ahead/contact Synapsis if you have specific questions. If you need assistance, please ask.

Artwork will be left up from June 8th to the 30th. If you don't want/can not have your art up that long, please contact the Curator so a day and time can be made to get your work after the opening event. 

Covid/Flu/etc. rules: any Covid masking rules Synapsis has in place ALL attendees must follow or you will be asked to leave the event. If you have health concerns or conditions, please ware a mask and keep 6ft apart if able. Hand sanitizer and masks will be available. Eat/drink provided snacks, food and beverages during the event at your own risk. Take proper precautions. We are not responsible if you get sick. If you are feeling sick, please stay home.

IMPORTANT:

**The wonderful folks at Synapsis have requested that no artwork be left behind after the show. So PLEASE pick your work up on the day listed on the form/website. Any work left behind will be taken to The Ink People in Eureka and you will have to get it from there. There is a show going up right after this one and the walls and floors MUST be clear.**

 

****This information is subject to change. More information will be posted as the show draws near. Flyers and submission forms will be posted ASAP. Please remember that this community event is being put together by one person with a small group of volunteers. The person holding the event and Synapsis are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or broken items, but we will do our best to keep things safe. If you do not feel comfortable leaving your work up for the whole show, after the opening, you may contact the Curator or Synapsis to schedule a day to pick up your work.****

***NO photographing artwork or video recording allowed by guests during the opening event. If you are caught doing this, or are a disturbance during the opening event, you will be asked to leave and authorities will be called if necessary.***

 ***Themes of the show will range from G to PG13. There may be drawn or painted nudity, as this is a fine art show. You have been informed and it is stated multiple times on the website, Facebook page and the submission form (coming soon). Please make the right decisions for you and your family before attending.***