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CALL FOR ARTWORK:
Insight of Youth Exhibition & Auction 2023
CALL FOR ARTWORK! Insight of Youth (IOY) is now accepting artwork submissions from young Treasure Valley artists!

Jake Gonzales (17) founded the annual exhibition series Insight of Youth in 2022 with the goal to "show people what youth are feeling and experiencing through the expression of art." IOY exhibitions showcase original work by Treasure Valley teen artists in response to a specific theme. This year's theme, chosen by program ambassador M Souriya (18), is "What Brings Us Together."

"Within art is power and through the theme, What Brings Us Together, I hope to unite this community as a reminder that everyone is connected in more ways than we may think." -M Souriya


Artists between the ages of 13 and 19 are invited to submit artwork inspired by the topic. Submissions are reviewed by a group of local artists. Selected artwork will be exhibited at MING Studios in April 2023. Artists have the option to sell their artwork through a silent auction. 50% of the auction proceeds go to the artist, and 50% will be donated to the Ukrainian Welcome Center.
HOW IT WORKS

Create an artwork that addresses the theme ‘’What Brings Us Together.’’ Provide us with quality photos of the artwork you are submitting and tell us a little bit about the story/idea behind it. If your art piece is 3D, please take pictures from different angles. Apply by filling out the 'SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK!' form on this webpage. A group of young and professional artists will review and select artwork to be exhibited at MING Studios in April.

M Souriya (2023 Project Lead), Jake Gonzales (Project Founder), Kristen Cooper (Artist & MING Studios Artistic Director), & other local artists will select artwork based on its response to the theme, artistic quality, and cohesion to the guidelines below. If your artwork is selected, you will be contacted March 22, 2023 with further information about artwork drop-off and event details.

The silent auction will take place during the exhibition's opening event at MING Studios, on Friday, April 7, 2023. Artists are NOT required to auction their work. For artists who choose to auction their submissions, 50% of the proceeds will go to the Ukrainian Welcome Center and the other 50% will go to you!
GUIDELINES
  1. Treasure Valley artists ages 13-19 are eligible to submit 1-2 artworks/series.
  2. Selected artists will be responsible for delivering their artwork to MING Studios.​
  3. All artists are required to upload a completed 'Young Artist Permission Slip' (file below) with their submissions. Artists under 18 years should complete the form with their legal guardian.
ioy_2023_young_artist_permission_slip.pdf
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TIMELINE
Artwork Submissions Due: Friday, March 17, 2023
Notification of Selected Artists: Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Delivery of Artwork to MING Studios: Monday, April 3, 2023
Opening Event & Auction: Friday, April 7, 6-8PM
Exhibition Dates: April 7 - 29, 2023

WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHER BRAINSTORM GUIDE by Jake & M
    ​SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK!
    Artist Information
    Max file size: 20MB
    Artwork Details

    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB
    Max file size: 20MB
    By submitting artwork to the open call for 'Insight of Youth Exhibition & Silent Auction 2023' you confirm and agree to the following:
    1. The artwork submitted is my artwork.
    2. I have read the guidelines and uploaded the 'Young Artist Exhibition Permission Slip'.
    3. I understand that upon utilizing the space at MING Studios, I must be 18 years of age or have proper consent of a parent or legal guardian.

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INSIGHT OF YOUTH Team 2023
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Meet M Souriya!
IOY's 2023 Ambassador


Hello, my name is M Souriya (he/him), I'm a recent graduate of Nampa High School, class of 2022. Ever since I was a kid I've had an interest in art, taking every art class I could from Drawing/Painting I to AP Studio Art. I've been a freelance artist since middle school exploring a variety of mediums from acrylic and oil paints to spray paints. More recently I've been focusing on giving my works meaning and how to influence others, which is why I've chosen the theme What Brings Us Together. Within art is power and through this theme I hope to bring the community together as a reminder that everyone is connected in more ways than we may think. 


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Meet Jake Gonzales!
IOY's Founder


My name is Jake Gonzales, and I'm 17 years old. My goal as the founder of Insight of Youth is to show adults the insight of teenagers through artistic expression. Last year, Insight of Youth started as my senior project, and it has grown into an impactful annual exhibition. I graduated from high school early. So, now I currently work as a violin teacher at a charter school. I plan on working until I attend college later in the year. Aside from that, in my free time I enjoy painting, drawing, doing cosmetology, sculpting, engineering, and crocheting.

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