New Lights Competition:
An Ode To Lowell Birge Harrison
Calling all Tonalists!
Tonalism is proud to announce New Light, a new online juried competition and exhibition celebrating the great masters of Tonalism as interpreted by contemporary Tonalist artists, and we are honored that the first New Light exhibition will be juried by renowned contemporary Tonalist - news soon!
Our first competition and exhibition is dedicated to the work and atmosphere of Birge Harrison. Artists are invited to submit their original works here, inspired by Harrison’s muted color harmony, atmosphere, softness of edge, and contemplative mood. The intention is not to copy existing paintings, but to explore and interpret the tonal spirit found within his work. For inspiration, please view our Birge Harrison showcase and biography below.
How to enter
1. Purchase an entry submission for $10 per artwork by clicking here
2. Follow the emailed upload instructions to submit your work
3. Look out for notifications of when the gallery is live and judging commences
Submissions will be accepted from May 1st through August 1st. All works will initially be presented anonymously so they are judged purely on the strength of the painting itself, although all entries will be publicly viewable throughout the exhibition period. Following judging, selected works and finalists will be featured across Tonalism.com and associated social media channels.
Our Tonalist will select:
1. Best in Show
2. Second Place
3. Third Place
Awards
Prize amounts will evolve with the number of entries as the exhibition grows. Winners will be announced directly and through Tonalism social media channels. Winning artists will be announced during August and featured on Tonalism.com, social channels, and newsletters thereafter.
Eligibility
1. Original artwork only
2. Work must fall within the Tonalist tradition or sensibility
3. Oil, acrylic or pastel
4. Work must be in color
5. No direct copies of historical or contemporary artworks
If a submission falls outside the scope of the exhibition, the entry fee will be refunded.
Questions: info@tonalism.com