The Arts to Hearts Project has announced submissions for the 101 Art Book: Texture Edition, an international open call curated by multidisciplinary artist and author Rachel Burke.
The edition focuses on the role of texture in artistic practice, inviting artists whose work explores surface, materiality, touch, construction, wear, and physical processes. The publication is part of the ongoing 101 Art Book Series, a collection of theme-based books featuring contemporary artists from around the world.
Rachel Burke, based in Meanjin/Brisbane, Australia, works across wearable art, sculpture, installation, and craft. Her practice is known for its use of colour, ornamentation, handmade materials, and an interest in the emotional significance of objects.
Eligibility
Applications are open to:
- Artists worldwide
- Artists aged 18 years and above
- Emerging artists
- Mid-career artists
- Established artists
Artists working in all visual art mediums are eligible to apply.
Benefits
Selected artists will be featured in the publication and receive international visibility through the Arts to Hearts platform.
Awards include:
Winner
- USD 500 cash award
- Four-page feature in the book
- Glass trophy
- Certificate of recognition
- Arts to Hearts promotional feature
- Artsy artist listing
First Runner-Up
- Two-page feature
- Trophy
- Certificate
- Promotional feature
- Artsy artist listing
Second Runner-Up
- Two-page feature
- Trophy
- Certificate
- Promotional feature
- Artsy artist listing
About the Publication
Launched by the Arts to Hearts Project, the 101 Art Book series is a global publishing initiative featuring contemporary artists through curated theme-based editions. Each volume brings together artists working across different disciplines and career stages, creating an international archive of contemporary artistic practices.
The Texture Edition seeks submissions that engage with tactile qualities, material experimentation, layered surfaces, and the physical presence of artworks.
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Application Process
Artists can submit their work through the Arts to Hearts Project application platform. The submission process requires applicants to create an account, complete the application form, upload artwork images and supporting materials, and finalize their submission before the closing date.
Applicants are advised to review submission guidelines and requirements before applying.
| Event | Details |
| Opportunity Name | 101 Art Book: Texture Edition |
| Curator | Rachel Burke |
| Eligibility | Artists worldwide, 18+, all career stages |
| Benefits | Publication feature, cash award, trophies, certificates, promotional features and Artsy listing |
| Organiser | Arts to Hearts Project |
| Application Link | https://apply.artstoheartsproject.com/open-call/101-art-book-texture-edition |
| Website | https://apply.artstoheartsproject.com |
Takeaway
The 101 Art Book: Texture Edition offers artists an opportunity to be considered for publication within an international contemporary art book focused on materiality and surface. Open to artists at all career stages, the initiative continues the Arts to Hearts Project’s ongoing publishing programme dedicated to showcasing diverse artistic practices worldwide.
