Prevention and Art
Call to Artists
Stony Brook University
Center for Prevention and Outreach
Student Activity Center, Room 310
Date of Exhibition: November 17, 2016
Deadline for Submissions: November 11, 2016
The Center for Prevention and Outreach (CPO) is pleased to issue a Call to Artists to appear in an
exhibition highlighting substance abuse, addiction, sexual violence and recovery.
Substance abuse and sexual violence are the two leading public health crises sweeping across
college campuses. The purpose of this exhibit is to contribute to the concept that creativity and artistic
expression can play a significant role both in recovery and in raising awareness of the personal and
community tolls caused by substance abuse, addiction and sexual violence. Artwork can give insights
into the human experience of addiction or sexual violence, can spark dialogs, can teach, and can change
perceptions.
Artists are invited to submit original artworks on the theme of drug addiction (drugs include
alcohol, tobacco, illegal or prescription drugs), sexual violence (harassment, dating abuse, assault, rape),
and recovery from addiction or sexual trauma. The jurors for the exhibition will be Smita Majumdar Das,
Assistant Director of CPO; Lara Hunter, Director of Alcohol and Drug Services; Christine Szaraz,
Prevention and Outreach Counselor; Samantha Winter, Complainant Navigator; Kerri Mahoney, Alcohol
and Other Drug Outreach Specialist. Final decision on 1st, 2nd and 3rd place art pieces will be determined
by attendees at opening reception.
Guidelines for Submissions
Eligibility:
Artists must be affiliated with Stony Brook University as either a student, faculty or staff
member.
Works in all media will be accepted. Artwork must be able to fit on a standard easel for display.
Entry:
Artists may submit up to 3 artworks by e-mail, or CD.
For Both E-Mailing and CD: Images should be jpeg format, resolution 300 dpi, file size should not
exceed 1.5 MB in size. Label each image with your name and the title of the work. E-mail images to
[email protected] Drop off CD to Student Activity Center, Room 310.
*Artists must submit an artist’s statement which describes the meaning of the artwork to enhance the
audience’s understanding of it. Electronic copies of this statement should also accompany dropped off
images.
Artists must complete and submit the enclosed Submission Form.
Send submissions to: [email protected]
Exhibition Calendar:
Entry Deadline: November 11, 2016
Notification of Acceptance: November 14, 2016
Hand Delivery of Artworks: November 16, 2016
Opening Reception: November 17, 2016
Announcement of Award: November 17, 2016
Submission Form
After reviewing submission guidelines, complete the information below. Be sure to include a word
description of artwork’s meaning (electronic copy).
Deadline for receipt of all materials is November 11, 2016.
Name: ____________________________
Address: _______________________________________________________
E-Mail Address: _______________________
Phone Number: _______________________
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Conditions of Participation:
I release The Center for Prevention and Outreach from any liability during the Prevention and Art
Exhibition. I personally assume all risk of damage or loss of the artwork. Also, I give my permission for
accepted artwork to be photographed and used by The Center for Prevention and Outreach for press
promotions as well as in newsletters or on websites.
Print Name: ____________________________
Signature: ______________________________ Date: _____________
Artists Under 18: If artist is under the age of 18 a parent or guardian signature is required. I hereby give my
permission for artwork and accompanying artist’s statement created by ______________ (Minor’s Name) to
appear in the Prevention and Art Exhibition at the Center for Prevention and Outreach, SAC 310, and to be
photographed by The Center for Prevention and Outreach or the press for media-related purposes.
Parent / Guardian – Print Name: _______________________
Parent / Guardian Signature: _________________________________ Date: _____________