The call for entry for IMPACT 2024 is now closed.
Artists who have submitted their artwork for jurying will be emailed on May 17 of acceptance or not into the exhibition.

Artists (18 years+) at early, mid, and later points in their career were invited to submit to Neilson Park Creative Centre’s (NPCC) IMPACT 2024, Annual Juried Exhibition.

IMPACT is NPCC’s most anticipated show that fosters creativity in the artistic community. IMPACT 2024 aims to bring together artists practicing in diverse media and approaches, both traditional and contemporary, while showcasing artwork of the highest standard.

IMPACT 2024 will be exhibited in all the galleries at Neilson Park Creative Centre.

Important Dates

Exhibition Dates:
July 9 to August 1, 2024

Exhibition Location:
All Galleries at Neilson Park Creative Centre

Due Date for Call for Entry:
Monday, April 22, 2024

Artist Notification Emailed On:
Friday, May 17, 2024

Delivery to NPCC of Accepted Artworks:
Thursday, July 4, 9 am to 9:30 pm; Friday, July 5, 9 am to 9:30 pm; Saturday, July 6, 9 am to 4 pm

Exhibition Reception and Awards:
Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 7 pm to 9 pm in the Art Space Connect Gallery

Pick up of Accepted Artworks:
Fri., August 2 from 9 am to 9:30 pm; Sat., August 3, 9 am to 4:30 pm

Awards

First Place: $1,000
Second Place: $750
Third Place: $500
One People’s Choice Award: $200
Two Honourable Mentions: $100 each

Juror

Natalia Austin

Artist

Natalia Austin is a graduate from the University of Toronto and Sheridan College and received a bachelor of arts honours degree and diploma. Natalia has a passion for the arts, particularly in painting, sculpture and performing arts and has experience in all types of mediums including, drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, print media, performing arts and design.

Natalia has experience running her own art studio, Art with Austin and teaching art to the Brampton community. People of all ages and backgrounds had the chance to embrace their backgrounds and create artworks that spoke to them and their community. She also designed a performing arts program that was dedicated to support everyone, especially low-income families and it turned into a great success!

Natalia loves the ability to create with any medium, and see ideas come to life! Sharing these ideas and discussing how artists come up with their concepts is part of what makes art exciting for her. Natalia likes getting her hands dirty and creating something amazing. Her best experiences have been working with all ages in art and guiding people through their creative process. Her goal is to continue to share her passion for the arts with everyone she encounters.

Natalia Austin

For more information or questions, please email Cory at gallery@neilsonparkcreativecentre.com