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The Artist Cube
in partnership with
MuslimFest - 2025
Theme:
“PARADISE UNVEILED”
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Important dates:
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Application deadline: Aug 1st, 11:59 pm EDT
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Notification of Acceptance: Aug 10th, 11:59 pm EDT
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Payment Deadline if accepted: August 12th, 10:00 pm EDT
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Exhibition Dates: August 29 – August 31st, 2025
ART DROP OFF AND PICK UP:
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Drop-Off: Art Tent, Muslimfest - August 29th 11am-12pm (no late paintings will be accepted)
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Pick-Up: Art Tent, Muslimfest - August 31st, 6pm-8pm
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Theme:
“PARADISE UNVEILED”
Location: Celebration Square, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Important dates:
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Application deadline: Aug 1st, 11:59 pm EDT
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Notification of Acceptance: Aug 10th, 11:59 pm EDT
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Payment Deadline if accepted: August 12th, 10:00 pm EDT
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Exhibition Dates: August 29 – August 31st, 2025
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION
“PARADISE UNVEILED” is a juried exhibition inviting Muslim artists residing in Ontario to submit original artworks that reflect the Islamic concept of Jannah (Paradise). As part of Muslimfest 2025, this show aims to celebrate the beauty and depth of Islamic art and culture.
We welcome artistic interpretations that explore:
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The descriptions of Paradise from the Qur’an and Hadith
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Symbolic representations of Jannah in Islamic art
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The journey of the soul, especially through the lens of the Humanitarian & Social Justice causes throughout the world
ARTWORK GUIDELINES
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All artworks must align with the theme “PARADISE UNVEILED”.
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Accepted mediums: painting, sculpture, calligraphy.
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Only original artworks created between 2023–2025 will be accepted.
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Maximum of 3 artworks per artist.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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Artist Bio (max 150 words)
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High-resolution images of each artwork (JPEG; 1 for paintings, 2 for sculptures)
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Statement explaining your inspiration and creative process
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Completed Application Form (see below)
FEES
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First artwork: $35 CAD
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Each additional artwork: $10 CAD (maximum 3 submissions per artist)
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Payment Method: E-transfer to theartistcube@gmail.com
(Cash will not be accepted)
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10% retained as commission from sales
HOW TO APPLY
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Complete the Application Form on the website
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Attach required artwork images and documents.
CONTACT
For inquiries, please contact Shamailah Faizan at events@theartistcube.com
TERMS & CONDITIONS
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Size Limits:
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Paintings: Size not to exceed 576 square inches
e.g. 12x12 = 144 sq in, 36x10 = 360 sq in etc.
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Sculptures: Max 24" height and 24” width
2. Ownership:
Artist confirms they are the original creator.
3. Rights:
TAC & MuslimFest organizers may use images for exhibition & promotional purposes.
4. Originality:
No reproductions or copyright infringements.
5. Sales:
Sold artworks will be delivered to the buyer. You will be notified via email. 10% of sold artworks will be retained by TAC as commission.
Artwork Drop-Off & Pick-Up:
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Drop-Off: Art Tent, Muslimfest - August 29th 11am-12pm (no late paintings will be accepted)
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Pick-Up: Art Tent, Muslimfest - August 31st, 6pm-8pm
TAC is not responsible for unclaimed artwork after the designated period.
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Artists must have ID when they drop off their work. If someone else will pick up work, please make sure TAC team has been notified upon drop off and the name of the person is written on the sign in sheet.
Promotion: Organizers reserve the right to promote artworks on social media, websites, and printed material.
TYPES OF TAC EVENTS:
OUTDOOR ART SHOWS
TAC will hold art shows or become part of existing art shows to enable Muslim artists to showcase their art under a unified banner.
Shows will be in a tent setting within a festival that TAC partners up with.
INDOOR EXHIBITIONS
TAC will be renting galleries and displaying artists' work in exhibitions and creating a dedicated team to arrange this aspect of events.
This team requires some people who have a good eye for indoor space set up and ideally have curator experience.