Call for Artists (for receptions and events)
IN SEARCH OF: DJs, solo musicians, photographers, etc.
Albany Center Gallery is looking for more artists who have experience/expertise with music, DJing, photography, videography, and like-mediums. ACG is expanding its Artists’ Receptions to offer additional artist opportunities, foster community atmosphere, and increase celebratory energy of receptions.
ACG’s receptions will usually be Fridays from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m., typically on the first Friday of the month. ACG hosts 7-9 exhibitions a year. Here is a photo album of a recent Artists' Reception for context.
Photographers are expected to:
- Take pictures to document the exhibition as well as candid shots of attendees in and outside of Albany Center Gallery
- Take pictures of award recipients, if applicable
- Ensure photos are taken of artists featured in exhibitions, if attended
- Return 3-5 digital photos to ACG within 24 hours
- Return full digital albums (20-30 photos) to ACG within 1 week of exhibition
- Bonus: if you take artsy, unique shots
- Usually only shoot 6:00-7:00 p.m. during the reception, unless otherwise established
Full list of expectations given after acceptance.
DJs/Musicians are expected to:
- Provide atmospheric, ambient entertainment for the entirety of the reception, usually 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
- Set-up and provide speakers and technology necessary for reception by 4:30 p.m. (and awards ceremony, if applicable)
- Play music related to theme of exhibition, if applicable
Full list of expectations given after acceptance.
**We may reach out about additional opportunities. This could include a pop-up exhibition or event, or to document or enhance a program.
We will review these submissions as they are received. This call is on-going, but please submit sooner rather than later. We are looking for artists to begin this initiative ASAP! It is free to submit. Please fill out the submittable form and upload the required documentation. Estimated time to complete application: 5-10mins (if you have your artist samples ready).
If selected: You will be compensated! Rate will be $250 per gig/reception.
We look forward to receiving your submission and the chance to work with you to benefit our regional community! If you have any questions, please email Emily at operations@albanycentergallery.org
This project is made possible in part by the Albany for All funding program and the President's American Rescue Plan (ARPA).