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FRAMEWORKS: THE ART OF THE BUILDING

The 2024 Members’ Open Exhibit will celebrate architecture, buildings, structures, and landmarks.

The Society of Illustrators is thrilled to present a Members’ Open Exhibit centered around illustration artwork that showcases buildings and architecture. While the artwork may include people, places, and objects, the focal point must be on buildings or architectural elements within the illustration.

This upcoming year marks the 60th anniversary of New York City’s Landmarks Law. This pivotal legislation was enacted to ensure that the preservation community, the broader public, and the city’s visitors recognize and value the importance of historic preservation in shaping New York City’s unique landscape. The law has played a crucial role in fostering a deep appreciation of architectural heritage and cultivating a new generation of preservationists who are dedicated to safeguarding the city’s iconic structures.

This year, Society of Illustrators members will commemorate this significant milestone with their exceptional illustrations.

A jury will determine the best among the entries to receive the Stevan Dohanos Award.

Curated by Leslie Cober.

Illustration by Guy Billout.

GUIDELINES

Eligibility:

  • Any Illustrator or Illustrator-S of the Society of Illustrators is eligible to enter this exhibit.
  • Objects created by or featuring A.I. Generated or Assisted art are not eligible for this exhibit.
  • Artwork must represent a client-driven project.

Artists Agreement: Before shipping art please email exhibitions@societyillustrators.org to receive the Artist Agreement. Agreements must be filled out in order for work to hang in the exhibit.

Framing Criteria: 

Art may be created in any medium including oil, watercolor, digital, collage, etc. The framed final completed illustration can either be original artwork or a display of the printed assignment layout.

All framed artworks should be prepared to hang. Work must be framed with wire on the back. The Society will be using safety clips to secure art to the walls. For this reason we request wood frames.

Important Dates

Deadline for art to be sent to the Society of Illustrators:
October 13, 2024

Exhibit Dates:
October 19 – December 28, 2024

Opening Reception:
Friday, November 1, 2024

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