APH InSights Art Submission Deadline is March 29, 2024
Ian C. Langtree - Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2024/01/31
Publication Type: Announcement / Notification
Topic: Events / Public Notices - Publications List
Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main
Synopsis: American Printing House for the Blind's word renowned art program, InSights Art, announces the annual deadline for submissions. Both amateur and professional artists from around the world are encouraged to enter their artwork in the juried art competition.
Introduction
American Printing House for the Blind's word renowned art program, InSights Art, is announcing its annual deadline for submissions. Friday, March 29, 2024 is the deadline for all art submissions.
Main Item
Both amateur and professional artists from around the world are encouraged to enter their artwork in the juried art competition.
The art contest is open for all artists who meet the following definition of blindness:
Corrected visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye (determined by a Snellen Chart)
A visual field limited to 20 degrees or less.
An individual who is receiving services from a school for the blind and/or recognized institute. This also includes those who function at the definition of blindness due to a brain injury or dysfunction.
Original works of two-dimensional art, sculpture, and craft works are considered each year. Winners will receive prizes, experience their artwork displayed during APH's Annual Meeting, and have a chance to travel to Louisville, Kentucky to receive their award at the annual InSights Art awards celebration.
Participants can submit their art virtually through insights@aph.org
Mail it to APH, (1839 Frankfort Ave., Louisville, KY 40206) with the "ATTN: InSights Art" clearly on the package.
For additional information, please visit the InSights Art website.
If you have any questions, please contact insights@aph.org
Author Credentials: Ian was born and grew up in Australia. Since then, he has traveled and lived in numerous locations and currently resides in Montreal, Canada. Ian is the founder, a writer, and editor in chief for Disabled World. Ian believes in the Social Model of Disability, a belief developed by disabled people in the 1970s. The social model changes the focus away from people's impairments and towards removing barriers that disabled people face daily. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and achievements, check out his bio.