Open Call: Sound in Visions: Music is the Muse

Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 22, 2026  
Exhibition Dates: Saturday, May 2 - Sunday, May 31

​About the Exhibition:  Auditory and visual art have often had a symbiotic, intertwining relationship. Both use composition, rhythm, harmony, texture, and movement to communicate. Each distinct expression sparks creativity within the other—highlighting, contrasting, even blending into one another. We think of works by Matisse, Kandinsky and Stuart Davis transforming sound and rhythm into color and brushstroke; the breathtaking use of deconstructed instruments in sculptures by Armand. Artists have long captured musicians in portraiture, or become musicians themselves by creating their own instruments. As commentary or collaboration, music and visual art make a compelling pair. This exhibition will feature artwork influenced by, depicting  or incorporating items associated with music or musicians. Let the music be your muse!

Eligibility: 

• Open nationally to artists of all backgrounds and ages.
• All mediums are welcome. All work submitted should be display ready. Please note that no giclée prints of original art/non-photographic art will be accepted. No AI please.
• ​Please note if artwork is interactive. 

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​Submission Guidelines:

• Artists may submit up to three pieces of original artwork for consideration.
• Work must have been made within the last two years.
• Submissions must be accompanied by a brief artist statement (50-100 words) explaining the inspiration and significance of the artwork.​ This statement may be displayed alongside the artwork in the exhibition.  
• Artists should include a short bio (100-150 words) highlighting their background, artistic journey, and any relevant experiences or achievements.​

Exhibition Details:

• Venue: ACCI Gallery Berkeley, CA
• ​Admission to view the exhibition: free and open to the public
• Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 22, 2026
• Deliver Art to ACCI Gallery - Sunday, April 26, 12-5pm, Monday,
  ​April 27, 11am-5pm
• ​Exhibition Dates:  Saturday May 2, 2026 - Sunday, May 31, 2026
• Opening Reception: Saturday, May 2, 2026
• Pick Up Artwork: Monday, June 1st

How to Apply:

• Complete the online application linked at the bottom of this page.
• Pay the submission fee of $35.00

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Selected artists will be notified via email and will have the opportunity to participate in the exhibition.

​SPECIFICATIONS​

1. Artists may submit up to three pieces of art for consideration. 
2. All pieces in the exhibition must be for sale. The artist will receive 50% of the sales price and the ACCI Gallery will take a 50% commission. An ACCI consignment agreement will be required for all exhibiting artists.
3. Image files must be .jpg file format, minimum 900 pixels on long edge. Quality images suitable for print are highly preferred.
4. Participating work must be delivered ready to hang/install.
5. ACCI MEMBERS: DO NOT PAY THE ENTRY FEE. Simple close your browser window after you are redirected to the entry fee page.

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For questions about this exhibition, please email [email protected]

Link to Application