Soft Machines - Guidelines

Soft Machines explores the intersection of the organic and the constructed, the biological and the artificial. The exhibition examines bodies, systems, technologies, identities, and structures that blur traditional distinctions between machine and organism.
 

Artists may approach the theme literally, metaphorically, psychologically, technologically, or conceptually. Interpretations may address the body, artificial intelligence, communication systems, labor, memory, surveillance, evolution, identity, or any space where human and machine increasingly overlap.
 

Please read the guidelines carefully before submitting.

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Artwork Requirements

Artists may submit up to three works for consideration.
 

All media are welcome.
 

Due to space limitations, artwork should not exceed an 18" × 18" footprint. Smaller works are encouraged.
 

All work must be original and created by the submitting artist.
 

Artwork must arrive ready for exhibition and installation. Framed work should be wired and ready to hang.

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Submission does not guarantee inclusion.​

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Sales & Commission

Sales will be processed through the hosting gallery.

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Commission Structure:

40% Gallery Commission (Atlanta Utility Works)

60% to Artists

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Artists should submit retail pricing with their work.

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Key Dates

Artist Submission Deadline
July 1, 2026

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Artwork Drop-Off Deadline
July 1, 2026

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Curator Drop-Off Location:
3125 Dogwood Drive
Hapeville, GA 30354

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Please coordinate delivery directly with the curator. Artwork should not be left unattended or delivered without prior arrangement.

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Installation
July 8–11, 2026

Exhibition Dates
July 12 – August 28, 2026

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Opening Reception
July 12, 2026
(Time TBD)

Atlanta Utility Works

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Artwork Pickup

Artists are responsible for retrieving all work following the exhibition.

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Pickup details will be provided near the exhibition close.

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Work should be collected within 30 days of the exhibition ending.