Call for Art: Paying Homage to 50 Years of Mormon Art in Exponent II
2024 marks 50 years since Exponent II was established on the dual pillars of Mormonism and Feminism. We’ve come a long way since then, and our Spring 2024 issue of Exponent II is centered on celebrating this anniversary as well as looking forward.
The theme of this special issue is “Standing on the Shoulders of Giants.” We honor the sacrifices made to share our stories by standing on their shoulders. By collecting wisdom and sharing it freely, we gain a vantage point to see what is coming and where we have been.
We invite all artists to create a piece of visual art (in any medium) on the theme of paying homage, or in homage to an artist or work of art published in our magazine’s 50-year history. Your artwork can replicate a specific artwork, reference specific elements or techniques used by the artist, or simply acknowledge the influence of a particular artist on your own work. Whether you were inspired by a particular artist’s style, technique, or message, or you simply want to honor the women who have paved the way for future generations, this is your chance to create a piece of visual art that celebrates the power of sisterhood and creativity. We welcome submissions in any medium, including but not limited to painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and mixed media. In addition, we will accommodate video submissions on the blog, with stills published in the magazine. Submit your intent to contribute by Feb 15, and hi-res final photographed artwork and a brief artist statement by March 15 to exponentiiart@gmail.com. Please follow the submission guidelines.
We believe that homage is an important way for artists to connect with the art of the past and to pay respect to those who have paved the way for their own artistic endeavors. If this call speaks to you, please submit your artwork for consideration in our anniversary issue. We look forward to celebrating the sisters who have shared their visual voice, inspired us, and whose shoulders we stand on. Browse past archives of Exponent II here.
