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2024 Call for Artists: PA Autism Training Conference

Submissions Due: Friday, September 6th, 2024

On behalf of the Office of Developmental Programs, we are pleased to invite artists on the autism spectrum to exhibit their artwork virtually during the 17th Annual Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference November 5th – 7th.

We are looking for artists on the autism spectrum to showcase their art in a virtual “art gallery.” Artwork includes:

  • Paintings
  • Drawings
  • Photography
  • Jewelry
  • Greeting cards
  • Pottery
  • Fabric crafts
  • etc.

The art show will consist of artwork supplied by artists and will be linked to ODP’s website.

Artists do not receive compensation for their artwork. Their participation in the art gallery is voluntary. PATC does not profit from the art display. We will share artist’s websites and contact information in the art gallery. Attendees can visit and purchase any art for sale if they wish.

If you’re interested in exhibiting your work, please submit your work here: https://drexel.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dhgiCFCTb8kAYt0

ELIGIBILITY AND GUIDELINES

Eligibility: The PATC Call for Art is open to Pennsylvania residents who are on the autism spectrum.

Deadline: Friday, September 6th, 2024

Content Guidelines: Art must follow these guidelines to be included in the art show:

  • You can submit up to 3 pieces of art.
  • Do not use profanity or vulgarity.
  • Do not include blood, violence, firearms, or injury.
  • Do not include sexualized imagery.
  • Do not promote hatred against, discrimination, disparage, or humiliate an individual or group of people.
  • Do not include imagery relating to recreational drugs or other drug-related content.
  • Do not include political themes.

The review committee checks to make sure artwork is not offensive to anyone. They decide what art is eligible.

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