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Re:Master plays on the double meaning of “re:”—both “regarding” and “again.” The title suggests a contemporary response to a masterwork while also implying the act of revisiting, reworking, and re-authoring it.Re:Master invites artists to use a well-known artwork as a starting point—not to recreate it, but to respond to it. A famous painting (or other medium) becomes a muse, a reference, or a jumping-off point for something entirely new.
Some works may feel like a clear nod to art history; others may stretch the connection in unexpected ways. Together, the exhibition celebrates how timeless images continue to spark fresh ideas, new perspectives, and contemporary voices.
The originals still matter, but this is about what happens next.
Welcome to Re:Master.
Deadline to Apply: June 12, 2026
July 17: Opening Reception of Re:MASTER & Gallery Night MKE Weekend
The show will run July 17-August 8, 2026
Accepted Artists Notifications: Before June 22, 2026 (via email)
Accepted Artwork Drop Off: Before July 3, 2026 (set up a day/time with the gallery)
Pick-up of Unsold Works: Before August 15, 2026 (set up a day/time with the gallery)
1. Select a masterwork/famous piece that inspires your creativity/motivates you in some way
2. Create an artwork inspired by that work
3. Apply to be considered to this juried event. Please provide a photo of your inspiration artwork (with title and artist) as well as your new artwork. Email [email protected] with "Re:Master" in the subject line.
RULES:
• Artwork must use a masterwork or other piece of recognizable artwork as inspiration and have been created within the last two years.
• We will consider all 2-D artworks as well as jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, fabric art, etc.
• Artwork must be professionally matted/framed (for 2-d works). Canvas works must have painted edges or a frame. ALL 2-D ARTWORKS MUST BE WIRED and ready to hang.
• Size: For 2-D works, please create works at least 8"x10" image area. We don't have a limit on how large the piece can be (within reason and depending on how many artists submit and are accepted to the exhibition).
• EACH ARTIST CAN SUBMIT UP TO THREE PIECES TO BE CONSIDERED.
• It's FREE to apply. Email photos along with inspiration artowrk title/artist to [email protected] before June 12, 2026 for consideration. Put "Re:Master" in the subject. Accepted artists will be notified before June 22, 2026.
When iconic art inspires something new. Re:Master.
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