Call for Art & Craft

Unison Arts is excited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community art show honoring the many contributions of Hispanic peoples in the Hudson Valley.

We invite artists, makers, and craftspeople of all ages and backgrounds to share works that celebrate Hispanic culture—its traditions, stories, colors, and innovations. From paintings and sculpture to textiles, ceramics, jewelry, and traditional crafts, we want to showcase the creativity that enriches our region.

This exhibition will highlight the ways Hispanic heritage continues to shape and inspire our communities—past, present, and future.

Important Dates

  • Submission Deadline: September 4, 11:59 pm

  • Delivery of Artwork/Drop-off: September 11 - 12, from 1 to 5 pm

  • Opening reception: September 26, from 5 to 7 pm

  • Exhibit Dates: September 27 - November 8

  • Pick up/Return of Artwork: November 11, from 1 to 5 pm.

Media / Specifications

All work accepted for the show must be ready for presentation: either ready to hang, self-supporting on a pedestal or floor, prepared for viewing on a screen, or otherwise display-ready as specified.

• Three-dimensional or installation work may include up to 2 additional detail images.

• Video submissions: Please submit a 2-minute max preview clip for review. Final acceptance will be confirmed after viewing the full video (maximum length: 5 minutes).

Submission Format

• Submissions will be accepted online only. Works that do not follow the guidelines below may be disqualified.

• Images must be JPG format, 72 dpi, and no more than 900 pixels on the longest side.

• File naming convention: Lastname_Firstname_Title.jpg (no spaces or special characters such as -, /, ., #, etc.).

• Email entries to: submissions@unisonarts.org

• In the body of your email, please include a current artist statement, addressing both where you are in your career and your Hispanic heritage or connection.

Presentation Requirements

• All artwork must be ready for display.

• Wall-mounted work: Not to exceed 5 feet in height or width, and 50 lbs in weight.

• Installations: Must not alter or damage gallery walls, ceilings, or floors.

• Outdoors: If your work isn’t suited for a pedestal or indoor floor display but is weather-resistant, we’d love to consider it for placement in our sculpture garden, where it can be enjoyed in dialogue with nature.

Seasoned artist or first-time exhibitor, your voice and vision are welcome here. Let’s come together to celebrate cultura viva—living culture—in the Hudson Valley!