POP is an colourful exhibition of modern day mainstream iconography. From the pop art of the 1950s to modern day pop-culture from around the globe.

‘Pop culture’ has been heavily used as a theme within art since the British Pop Art movement of the 1950s. Back then the focus was primarily on advertisement, news and popular culture of the time, creating an intense dialogue between art and design. In modern day terms it relates to the mainstream media and varies between cultures. It challenges the traditions of fine art by approaching art from a heavily graphic and design based perspective, using elements from comics, advertising and mundane cultural objects usually with a hint of irony.

For this exhibition we want to present a collection of ideas and artworks that permeate the everyday lives of the public. We are seeking interpretions that uphold the rebellious yet playful nature of Pop Art.

We welcome all interpretations of the theme. This can include the music genre, celebrity culture, mass production or the expanding industries of advertising, television and/or social media.

Artwork can be in any media (Excluding Performance Art)

How to enter

Please read the following:

You can enter up to three pieces for consideration. Small Series of work can be entered as one piece. Please submit good quality .jpgs of your work. Please title the .jpgs with your name and title of the work. Please be aware that we have limited equipment at the art center; Video and new media artists will have to provide their own equipment. We take 20% commission so please consider this when pricing your work. All work must be available to exhibit and have hanging fixtures attached.

The Selection Process

The selection process is in two stages. The first is an online submission via email. Please send 3 images and accompanying information to contact@artwithaheart.org.uk. You will be informed in due course as to whether your submission has passed the first round. Deadline 19th April. Accompanying information should include a description of the work (250 words max) as well as any other details such as title, dimensions and price. If you have successfully passed the first round of selection then we will ask you to deliver the work to Art with a Heart. Details about this will be provided in your confirmation email. You must deliver the work between the 22nd April-3rd May. We will then review the work in person and inform you if your work has been accepted for the exhibition on the 5th May. PLEASE NOTE: Submission does not guarantee selection