Call for Art

Unwrapped

Art Inspired by '80s & '90s Toys

Step back into the golden era of Saturday morning cartoons, catalog wish lists, and the unforgettable thrill of tearing through wrapping paper! Unwrapped is a curated group art exhibition celebrating the iconic toys, games, and pop culture artifacts of the 1980s and 1990s.

From action figures and retro gaming consoles to plush sidekicks and board games, we are seeking original, visually compelling works that pay tribute to the nostalgic toy box memories of our childhoods.

Submission Rules & Guidelines

  • Accepted Mediums: Original 2D and 3D fine art, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, ink, mixed media, sculpture, and limited-edition fine art prints.

  • Ready to Display: All 2D submissions must arrive framed, wired, and ready to hang (no sawtooth hangers). 3D works must be structurally sound and free-standing or mountable.

  • Strict Human-Made Art Policy: All artwork must be 100% human-created. AI-generated, AI-assisted, or AI-modified artwork is strictly prohibited and will not be accepted.

  • Submission Limit: Up to 2 pieces per artist.

  • Originality & Recency: Works must be completed originals created entirely by the submitting artist within the last 2 years. No drafts, sketches, work-in-progress entries, personal photography, or photo portraits of tattoos.

  • Size Limit: Maximum 30 inches in any direction (including the frame).

  • Sales & Commission: All artwork must be for sale. The gallery retains a 40% commission (60% to artist / 40% to gallery).

  • Shipping & Delivery: Artists are responsible for all hand-delivery or shipping costs to and from the gallery. Shipped artwork must include a pre-paid return shipping label.

Key Dates:

  • Submission Deadline: October 28, 2026

  • Delivery / Receipt of Artwork: November 9, 2026

  • Exhibition Run: November 14, 2026 – End of Year


How to submit:

Please send all required materials in a single email with the subject line "Submission: Unwrapped" to info@evolvedartgallery.com:

  1. High-Res Photos of finished artwork.

  2. Artwork Details: Title, precise dimensions, medium, and retail price.

  3. Artist Bio: Link to your portfolio, website, or active Instagram handle.

  4. "Why This Toy?" A short note sharing what the featured toy/subject means to you.

Acceptance Process:

If your work is accepted, you will receive a formal confirmation email with delivery instructions directly from the curator.