Call for Entries
The Mudflat Cup Show!
Artists are invited to submit functional mugs & cups
Juried by: Kyle Scott Lee
Exhibition Dates: March 14-April 12, 2025
Exhibition Location: Mudflat Studio, Somerville MA
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Submissions due:
February 5, 2025
Eligibility:
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Artists over 18 residing in the US or Canada
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Work(s) must be completed within the last 3 years
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Only original works will be accepted. Accepted works must be the same as the work that is sent. No substitutions will be accepted.
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Work must be functional.
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Cup prices should not exceed $180, and should be priced individually and not as a set.
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Work must be ready to be installed upon delivery if accepted.
Apply:
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Artists may submit up to 5 entries with 1 image per entry.
Fees: In order to make applying to this show more accessible and remove barriers for artists, there is no entry fee to apply
Entry Procedures:
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Fill out the application form
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Each image should be at least 200 dpi and a minimum of 1200 px on the small dimension
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Images should be sent as JPEGs or PNGs
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Please label each piece with lastname_first inital_entry# (example: 1 entry with a detail shot would be Smith_J_1a.jpeg : Smith_J_1b.jpeg)
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Incomplete applications will not be considered
Photography: Participating artists must allow Mudflat studio and gallery visitors to photograph work that is on display for promotional and educational purposes. Images of accepted works will be used by Mudflat for promotional purposes (website publications, social media sharing, printed publications).
Sales: All works must be for sale. Mudflat may use digital images of selected works to sell artwork online as well as on the premises. A 50% commission will be retained by Mudflat. Payment for sold artwork(s) will be mailed no later than 2 weeks after the show closing.
Shipping: Artists are responsible for shipping or delivery of accepted work(s) to Mudflat and are responsible for ensuring that the work(s) is packed in a safe manner to travel to and from Mudflat. Mudflat is not responsible for pieces broken in transit. Mudflat will pay for return shipping if the work(s) is unsold. Work should be shipped to Mudflat Studio, â„… Kate Kuligowski, 81 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02145. Any work that is dropped off must be picked up.
Terms and Conditions:
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Accepted artwork may not be withdrawn prior to the closing dates of the exhibition.
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Mudflat Studio reserves the right to exclude work from the exhibition that arrives damaged, is unstable, or work that differs from the originally submitted entry images.
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Pieces must be ready for exhibition and be able to be installed by Mudflat staff.
DATES:
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Submission deadline: February 5, 2025
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Notification date: February 19, 2025
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Work arrival deadline: March 5, 2025
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Opening reception: March 14, 2025
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Closing date: April 12, 2025
About the Juror
Kyle Scott Lee
Born White Plains, New York, Kyle currently resides in the Park Slope area of Brooklyn, New York. Kyle Lee's passion for creating art began at a young age. He surrounded himself with creativity and was inspired to express himself through various mediums such as Painting, Drawing, Photography and some moments of Voice Acting.
Today, he creates voluptuous ceramic vessels, vases, well-turned cups and tableware that provide the canvas for his unique hand painting and surface treatments.
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In the past five years, Kyle's ceramic career has taken him to new heights, with his work being featured in publications, galleries and exhibitions nationally and internationally. His bold use of color, freehand brushwork, color blocking and resist techniques have become synonymous with his signature style and has gained a loyal following of art enthusiasts.
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In addition to his success in the traditional art world, Kyle has been commissioned by several brands to create eye-catching graphics and designs on his ceramic pieces. His versatile nature and willingness to experiment with different mediums have allowed him to continuously push the boundaries of his creativity.
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Aside from his artistic pursuits, Kyle is also passionate about using his platform to give back to the community. He has partnered with various organizations to use his art as a means of raising awareness and funds for important social issues.
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With numerous accolades and a growing fan base, Kyle Lee continues to evolve as an artist, constantly seeking new challenges and inspirations. His work has been described as thought-provoking, captivating, and emotionally charged, cementing his place as one of the most exciting contemporary artists of our time.
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Kyle’s practice has included teaching over the years at Educational Alliance Art School in Manhattan and currently at GasworksNYC in Brooklyn
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Kyle has studied ceramics in multiple studios throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY and has exhibited in solo and group gallery exhibitions in New York City and abroad. His work can also be found in private collections throughout the United States as well as in London, France, and China.
Over his 20 years as a ceramicist, Kyle has developed his unique style of ceramic art incorporating traditional shapes with a colorful and abstract sense of design and glaze application utilizing wax and vinyl resist color-blocking techniques .
Kyle is a founding member of BKLYN CLAY, a contributor to the Public Ceramics Non Profit and is newly seated on the Board of Directors for Studio Potter. He is currently partnered and creating work for West Elm and other retail and museum design shops.
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Follow him on Instagram: @CeramicMeltdown
Or visit his website below
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