Global Spectrum, operators of the MassMutual Center, in coordination with the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA), seeks large scale 2D artwork from artists (minimum size 36”x48’), artisans and/or designers to develop interior public artwork(s) concepts for long term display within the downtown Convention Center. The six (6) month display will highlight local artists. There are a variety
of spaces within the Center where the art could be displayed with an initial focus on a large pre-function space located near the exhibition hall.

ELIGIBILITY: Artists, artisans, and/or designers must be at least 18 years old. Applicants must also be residents of Western Massachusetts; priority will be given to artists and/or designers within the Pioneer
Valley.

OTHER DETAILS:
 2D artwork (paintings, framed photographs, etc.) will be mounted high on interior walls for security purposes via anchors in grout) or an art hanging system and can be of any media.
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All artwork will need to withstand exposure to sunlight over the 1-year period.
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Artists are responsible for the delivery and return of work, including all costs.

HOW TO APPLY:
Please submit the following:
• Résumé with contact information included
• Artist statement
• 4-6 images of current work (images should be saved as JPEGs, no larger than 3MB and saved to a CD, readable by both Mac and PC formats). Jurying will be done by digital images only.
• Image list with title, media, year, size etc. for each image on disc
• A description or additional documentation of the proposed work(s) for exhibition.
• Please list an e-mail address where you can be contacted or include a self-addressed stamped envelope for notification purposes. Submitted materials will not be returned.
• There is a $25 entry fee

Mail of deliver entry materials to:

MassMutual Center
Attn: Art Committee
1277 Main Street
Springfield, MA 01103