Juried by Sergio Gomez
An Exhibition Within A Whisper 2 A Scream
The OH Art Foundation invites artists to submit works for Healing Through the Arts, a special wall installation curated by Sergio Gomez. This collection of 12 x 12-inch artworks will accompany A Whisper 2 A Scream, a two-person exhibition by artists Caren Helene Rudman and Kelly Mathews, on view at the OH Art Foundation, 2nd floor of the Zhou B Art Center.
A Whisper 2 A Scream tells the parallel stories of inherited cancers through the BRCA gene and the struggles of mental illness and addiction—two journeys bound by an intrinsic connection. Both manifest as battles of survival, where physical illness fuels emotional trauma, and mental suffering leads to physical consequences.
Through the power of art, two women find healing, exemplifying the transformative impact of Neuroarts—the interdisciplinary study of how artistic expression influences the brain, body, and behavior to foster well-being.
We invite artists to contribute to this dialogue by submitting 12 x 12-inch artworks that explore the deep interconnection between mind and body, health and disease. As awareness of mental health grows and the post-pandemic world reveals the fragility of physical well-being, this exhibition embraces the idea that from darkness emerges light and creativity.
Selected works will be arranged as a collective installation, reinforcing the exhibition’s theme of transformation through art.
Location: OH Art Foundation 2nd fl of Zhou B Art Center, 1029 W. 35th St. Chicago, IL 60609
Exhibition Dates: March 21st, 2025 – May 10th, 2025
Notifications: No later than February 17, 2025
Arrival of selected work: No later than Monday, March 17, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, March 21 from 7 to 10 pm
Jurors include: Sergio Gomez, Kelly Mathews, Caren Helene Rudman, Susan Arinko
Submissions may include, but are not limited to: paintings, drawings, photography, digital, and mixed media on the wall. Works should be thought-provoking, emotionally resonant, and relevant to the themes of the exhibit. All submitted works should be original, and artists may submit up to 3 pieces for consideration. No sculptures or installations.
Artwork Size Restrictions: All work must be no larger than 12 x 12 inches including frame and ready for wall hanging.
Shipping: Artists will be responsible for shipping and delivery to and from the gallery.
Art Sales: There is a 40% commission on all gallery sales
Participation Rules:
By submitting your art to us, you grant Oh Art Foundation and Zhou B Art Center permission to publish your work in print, online, and in social media for exhibition and marketing purposes. All artwork will be attributed to the artist. By participating, you certify that you are the rightful owner of the art and that it does not infringe in any copyright violations.
About Sergio Gomez, Curator & Gallery Director
Sergio Gomez is a highly regarded visual artist recognized for his powerful large-scale figurative abstraction paintings and charcoal drawings that explore profound life cycles. With an extensive artistic career, his work has been showcased in over 45 solo exhibitions across the United States and in various international museums, including those in Romania, Italy, Mexico, and Vienna.
In addition to his remarkable studio work, Sergio Gomez is a prolific curator, having curated over 100 exhibitions since 2010. His curatorial journey includes serving as the Director of Exhibitions at the Zhou B. Art Center, founding the 33 Contemporary Gallery, and co-founding the acclaimed coaching academy, Art NXT Level®. Notably, he played a pivotal role in directing the National Wet Paint MFA exhibition, an influential project that spotlighted top MFA painting students on a national stage.
Sergio's significant curatorial achievement with 33 Contemporary Gallery includes the decade-long stewardship of the National Self Portrait Annual Exhibition in Chicago from 2004 to 2014. This exhibition, transformed by Gomez's talent, became one of the largest and most anticipated self-portrait showcases in the nation, attracting over 500 artists over the ten-year span. His curatorial prowess has been sought after by esteemed institutions and events, ranging from the Chicago Park District to the National Museum of Mexican Art.
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