The Road Less Traveled is a juried exhibition of contemporary work by artists residing in the Denver area. EDGE Gallery has exhibited groundbreaking contemporary art for more than 30 years and has been instrumental in presenting important artists and artwork in our region.

All artists of any age creating contemporary art in any media and residing in the Denver metropolitan region are invited to submit their work. The merits and definition of “contemporary” will be defined by the juror.

Juror: André Lippard

Jury Process
The juror is encouraged to select works that demonstrate the best contemporary art, as defined by the perspective and expertise of the juror. In addition, Edge Gallery co-op member artists do not submit their work for this exhibition.

Guidelines: Artists must be able to drop off and pick up their work in person at Edge Gallery in the Denver metro area.

The application fee is non-refundable.

Delivered artwork by the invited artists must be the specific artwork (s) selected in the jury process. No substitutions for other art pieces is allowed. Images and information provided in the application must be representative of the work. Accepted work may be refused if the quality or information does not meet standards.

Installation Requirements

All work must be ready to hang or display in some way professionally presented and ready to hang or install. Work may be refused if Edge Gallery is unable to install, hang professionally, or properly protect the artwork from standard wear and movement. Frames, mats, and wiring must be of professional quality and in good condition. The wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough for the weight of the artwork. No saw-tooth hangers accepted. The maximum weight of any 2D artwork or relief is 70 lbs. Fragile work must be labeled and include protective materials as needed.

Work that needs set up for installation or has multiple components must be accompanied by a diagram and/or instructions, or the artist may be asked to personally install more complicated pieces.

For 4-D and other time-based media, videos will be looped with other video entries on a TV provided by the Gallery unless the artist provides other options.

Important Dates:

Application deadline: December 18, 2021

Exhibition dates: January 7- January 23, 2022

Artists Notified by EDGE Gallery: December 23, 2021

Art Drop off: if accepted
Sunday, Jan 2, 2022 4-6pm
and Monday, Jan 3, 12-2pm
6851 W. Colfax, Lakewood, CO 80214 (In the art hub at Pasternack’s–One block west of Casa Bonita in the 40 West Arts District)
Artwork Pick up
Pickup after the show: Jan 23, 2022, 4-6pm
6851 W. Colfax, Lakewood, CO 80214

Important Drop Off and Pick Up Policy:
Edge Gallery does not have storage facilities. Accepted artists must be able to deliver artwork to the gallery in person, and pick up work after the show in person as we have no storage. Artwork not picked up on the exhibition pick-up dates after the pickup date will be considered abandoned and deemed the property of Edge Gallery unless artists make arrangements beforehand.

Opening Reception
January 7, 2022: 6:00 pm – 9:00pm (All-State and Federal Covid precautions taken. Masks required.)

Liability
EDGE Gallery does not provide insurance for art or equipment and is not responsible for loss due to damage or theft. If desired, insurance must be provided by the artist. Therefore, works are entered at the artist’s own risk. EDGE Gallery will take precautions to protect the premises and artwork. Artwork will be handled with reasonable care.

Publicity
EDGE Gallery reserves the right to photograph or use any of the works for publicity purposes. Edge Gallery may use photographs of the accepted artwork, installation or social gatherings for publicity. Images of accepted entries will be used by Edge Gallery printed materials, archives, website, and for educational purposes. All copyrights for the artwork are retained by the artist. The artist waives any claim, including any claim for invasion of the right of privacy of copyright, against Edge Gallery, its directors, employees, and volunteers.

Sales

EDGE Gallery takes a 30% commission on anything sold through the show. The price provided on the application may not be changed. Edge Gallery will add sales taxes to the price and pay them.

Questions? Please email Jennifer Hope at [email protected]