Through the Glory Hole: Call For Submissions
Well, it may be delayed a year due to COVID, but we are excited to announce our first in-person gallery show, coming to NYC this May 7-9! We are celebrating over 5 years of the amazing work that our artists have created, dedicated to the male form and all the naughty artwork it inspires!
Although the focus of the show is to highlight the original work from our art anthologies and our figure drawing sessions, we know there is SO much more amazing work out there! If you are a homoerotic artist, submit your work! And remember, we always want to see artwork showcasing what makes a guy doable to YOU, not just what you think others want to see. The more diverse the better.
The show will run the weekend of May 7-9, 2021, and for those who can’t make it to NYC, we will be continuing it right here on our website through May 16th!
For those wishing to attend, there will be FREE timed ticketed entry. Tickets will be available beginning of April.
Submissions are now CLOSED. All accepted artists have been notified.
Full submission details here:
THROUGH THE GLORY HOLE: Five Years of Doable Guys
The show will be broken into 3 categories:
Original work from the anthologies
Artwork from Doable Guys Drawing Sessions
All other homoerotic artwork
Priority will go to artwork created for/from our anthologies and figure drawing sessions., but all homoerotic themed artwork is welcome to apply. We want as many different artists represented as possible! And like our anthologies, we want you to submit artwork of guys YOU find doable, not what you think others want to see. The more diverse the better!! See below for all the submission details, and of course reach out to doableguys@gmail.com (or via social media) with any questions you might have!
IMPORTANT DATES:
Entry Deadline: April 1, 2021
Announcement of Participating Artists: April 15, 2020 (If your work is selected, you will receive further information about shipping and deadlines at that time)
Artwork delivered by: May 1, 2021
Opening Reception: May 7, 2021 (exact times TBA)
Show runs: the weekend of May 7-9, 2021 (Continues online May 10-16)
*Pick up dates after the exhibition ends will be emailed to accepted artists.
COVID CONSIDERATIONS
Doable Guys take the health of our guests and artists very seriously. There will be free timed ticketed entry, and we will be limiting capacity to adhere to New York State’s regulations at the time of the event. We will be checking temperatures at the door and we also ask attendees maintain social distancing and wear a mask at all times while inside the venue.
ELIGIBILITY
Show will be broken into 3 categories: (1) work from the books, (2) work from Doable Guys drawing sessions (both in person and virtual), and (3) any other homoerotic artwork with the focus on the male form and the love between men. (Depictions anything illegal, non-consensual or figures under the age of 18 will be immediately rejected, but everything else is welcome)
All visual artists (18 years and older) of any gender or sexuality are welcome to apply. There is no limitation on geographic location or medium (including photography). Work can be in any medium: 2D, 3D, etc. but please be aware that the artist will be responsible for all postage and customs fees, if applicable. The cost of shipping artwork is the responsibility of the artist, along with any insurance. In the case that an artwork does not sell, return shipping is also the responsibility of the artist. The artist is not responsible for shipping if the artwork sells during the exhibition. NOTE: Artwork that does not provide return shipping, or schedule in-person pick up after the close of the show will be donated.
ENTRY FEE:
There is a $20, non-refundable entry fee per artist. ($15 for those with the Figure Drawing membership)
SALES:
Doable Guys will take a commission on any work sold. The percentage is based on the category:
Work from the Anthologies: 10%
Work from Doable Guys Drawing Nights: 20%
All other homoerotic work: 30%
SPECIFICATIONS + REQUIREMENTS:
● Artists may submit up to five (5) distinct pieces of work for consideration. Submissions may fall into as many categories as desired.
● Only completed artworks will be considered.
● Artwork must be delivered ready to hang/display.
● Shipped Artworks can be no greater than 60 inches on the longest side.
● Artwork must be for sale.
● Substitutions are not guaranteed. Please be aware that if an accepted work becomes unavailable, or is too expensive to ship prior to the exhibition, there is no guarantee that another work will be substituted.
● Please label your submission images as follows: YourName_TitleOfWork_size_catergory_price
(ex. KyleAnderson_SexySeamen_8x10in_anthology_120.jpg) and email them to doableguys@gmail.com
TERMS OF ENTRY:
Accepted work may be refused if it does not match the submitted image. Substitutions are not guaranteed and will be at the discretion of Doable Guys. All accepted work must remain in the gallery for the duration of the exhibition. Any unsold work after the in-person gallery show will be on sale through our website for the following week, but this is not required.
Doable Guys reserves the right to final curatorial, installation and marketing decision. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Great care will be taken with all work, but artists are responsible for insuring their own pieces if they wish. Doable Guys will not be responsible for any loss or damage to work while on the premises or in transit to or from the gallery. The payment of the entry fee will serve as your acceptance of the terms and conditions stated here.
AGREEMENT AND PHOTOGRAPHY:
Doable Guys and the show curators reserve the right to use images of the accepted artwork for publicity purposes. By submitting artwork via this call, the artist is agreeing to the terms outlined above.
ABOUT DOABLE GUYS:
Doable Guys is a homoerotic art collective showcasing and promoting different styles of art from around the world. We are here to celebrate the beauty of the male form, the love between men, and the Queer community as a whole. That includes ALL queer artists, no matter their gender, sexual orientation or skill level.
Our main initiatives are the annual art anthologies and monthly figure drawing nights. With both of these, we strive to create a welcoming and supportive community for artists interested in producing art focused on the male form. We firmly believe in artists following their passion and that there is a place for everyone to explore creatively.