ARTIST CALLS

This call to artists is now open.
Made by Hand Art Exhibition

 

The Babylon Citizens Council on the Arts (BACCA) presents

an exhibition of art crafted with your own two hands: sculptures, models, and miniatures.

Please read all of the instructions on this page before submitting.
A completed submission includes both filling out the form on this page and emailing required materials.

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​Details:

This exhibition celebrates three-dimensional constructed works, worlds, objects, and figures  (traditional / experimental sculptures, miniatures, gaming models, model kits, dioramas, dollhouses, and architectural / world environments). Artists, hobbyists, and gamers of all experience are warmly encouraged to apply.

Eligible Work:

Submissions may include, but are not limited to:

• Sculptural works

• Tabletop gaming miniatures and figures

• Dioramas and environmental models

• Dollhouses and miniature architectural spaces

• Model kits (including but not limited to modified or original builds, Gundams, vehicles, mechanical, or sci-fi model builds)

• Terrain pieces and world-building environments

• Hand-sculpted or digitally produced and printed miniature figures

• Custom painted or kit-bashed models

 

All built, assembled, and modified 3D Works may incorporate materials such as plastic, resin, metal, wood, clay, paper, mixed media, or digital fabrication (3D printing, etc.).

 

Presentation Requirements:
All submitted works must be ready for exhibition display.

• Works must be structurally stable and safe for gallery presentation. 

• Artists are responsible for ensuring delicate or small works are appropriately mounted, secured, or displayed.

• If the work requires a specific display method (case, platform, lighting, etc.), artists must clearly indicate this in their submission or provide it themselves.

Artists submitting miniatures, gaming figures, or small-scale works may present them:

• Individually

• As part of a set or unit

• Within a diorama or terrain environment

• Installed as a tabletop scene or world model

 

Installation & Handling:

Because many works in this exhibition may be small, detailed, or fragile, artists should consider:

• Entrant must be able to carry their own work (building has an elevator) 

• Safe transport methods (Please have your own transfer material ready for drop-off and pickup. We will not store boxes and packing materials)

• No larger than approximately 36 in wide x 36 in deep, with a maximum weight of 50lbs

• Clear instructions for installation if required

• Providing a display base or case when appropriate

• *For safety and security reasons the gallery will be accessible strictly during display and visiting hours. 

BACCA/Exhibition staff may request installation guidance and details for more complex or sensitive setups.

 

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How to Submit:

1. Use the form on this page to submit payment.

2. Then, email all required materials outlined below to: submissions@babylonarts.org with “Made by Hand” in the subject line. All submissions must be sent as an email by Sunday, April 19, 2026 at 6PM; Google Drive links will be accepted. 
    

 

Details to Include
Please include the following information for each submitted work:

1. At least one high-quality image of each work for consideration. Please provide additional images of any 3-dimensional or sculptural work. All images should be high-resolution and must be a minimum of 2000 pixels (height and width). 

2. Artist / Builder Name

3. Images of the work, for acceptance / space determination purposes. Feel free to include up to 10 detail images highlighting craftsmanship and painting

4. Title of the work

5. Media / Materials

6. Dimensions / Scale (if applicable)

7. Brief description (optional) — particularly helpful for narrative, world, and gaming environments

8. Contact for sale (if applicable); BACCA does not take commission on any sales. All inquiries will be directed towards the owner.​

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Entry Fee:

Artists may submit up to 3 entries. ​​

BACCA Members: $25 for 3 entries
Non-Members: $15 per entry

Students through Grade 12: FREE

Learn more about being a member here.
 

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Display & Security

Due to the detailed and often small-scale nature of the works in this exhibition, the organizers reserve the right to determine a more appropriate display method to ensure the safety of the artwork and the viewing experience.
 

Artists submitting particularly delicate, small-scale, or multi-part works are encouraged to consider secure mounting methods, display bases, or protective covers. Please provide their own display cases or protective enclosures if desired.
 

All works in the exhibition will be display-only, and clearly noted to the public as such.
 

To protect the integrity of the artworks, visitors will not be permitted to handle the pieces. Any works designed for interaction must be clearly identified and approved by the exhibition organizers prior to installation.
 

The exhibition organizers will reasonably care for the handling and display of all accepted works. However, artists are responsible for ensuring that their work is stable, properly mounted, and safe for public exhibition to their satisfaction. Artists are encouraged to maintain personal insurance coverage for their work if desired.
 

Artists whose works require specific installation instructions, display supports, or assembly must provide clear written guidance at the time of delivery.
 

The exhibition organizers reserve the right to adjust the placement or display method of accepted works in order to ensure safety, visibility, and the overall presentation of the exhibition.

 

Artist Agreement

By submitting work to BACCA’s virtual art exhibition, artists agree to allow the accepted works and submitted documentation to be used for publicity and for educational and archival purposes. Artworks may be shared on social media platforms with the artist’s credit. Artists will retain the rights to their work published on the BACCA website and platforms. Entry to the exhibition constitutes agreement to all conditions.