Prospectus for Memorial Library of Nazareth Partnership
The Nazareth Center for the Arts and the Memorial Library of Nazareth are excited to announce a new partnership that brings art and community even closer together. As part of this collaboration, the Nazareth Center for the Arts will curate rotating exhibitions of local artwork to be displayed within the library, enriching the cultural experience for visitors of all ages. Both nonprofit organizations are deeply rooted in the community.
Call for Art: “Cobalt Reverie”
Invites artists to submit 2-dimensional works for “Cobalt Reverie,” a curated winter exhibition that explores the quiet elegance of the coldest season through color and mood.
We are seeking artworks in primarily blue tones or black and white, evoking the atmosphere of frost, stillness, introspective thought and winter light. From serene landscapes to abstract impressions, we welcome interpretations that capture the cool, contemplative beauty of winter.
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Accepted Media:
Painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, mixed media, and other 2D works.
Dates & Deadlines:
Deadline to Submit: December 1st, 2025
Artwork Due By: Week of December 8th, 2025
Exhibition Dates: December 15th - February 21st
Location: Memorial Library of Nazareth, Nazareth, Pa 18064
Submission Guidelines:
Eligibility:
Open to All Visual Artists. Artwork must be delivered in-person, if accepted.
All 2D mediums accepted. Only original work is eligible. All entries must be created independently by the artist.
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Entry Requirements:
Artwork must be gallery-ready, with proper hanging hardware securely installed. All pieces should be framed or professionally presented with sturdy brackets and taut hanging wire. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for smaller works. Unframed canvases must be gallery-wrapped with painted edges and no visible staples.
NOTE ON SIZING: the library has beautiful picture-frame molding on the walls we use for exhibition. This does limit the size and amount of artwork we are able to accept. Smaller pieces (11x14" or below) perform best. We are able to accept a small number of larger pieces as well, we ask that you refrain from submitting anything larger than 36" wide.
Fees:
There is a Non-refundable fee of $10 per work accepted, payable at delivery. ​These fees help us pay for marketing materials and reception costs.
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Number of Entries: Up to 5 entries per artist.
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Submission Deadline:
Monday, December 1st, 2025 at 11 PM EST.
Notification of Acceptance:
You will be notified by December 5th of your participation. Please note we are a small team.
Delivery Date of Accepted Work(s):
Accepted artwork should be dropped off at the NCA gallery during gallery hours on or before the week of December 8th.
​Pick-up:
To be arranged after the Exhibit Closes
Rules of Exhibition:
Artwork must be the artist’s original design. Your entry acknowledges permission to have your work photographed or videoed for promotional use.
Notes:
We would prefer work to be for sale. A 30% commission will be taken by the Nazareth Center for the Arts on all sales. Your entry into this exhibit constitutes agreement with these terms and conditions.
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