SURFING THE PACIFIC RIM INTERNATIONAL SURF ART EXHIBITION
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The Huntington Beach Art Center (HBAC) is a community arts and cultural center serving Huntington Beach and the Southern California region. The Art Center opened its doors to the public in 1995 and presents the works of artists producing in all media. Through exhibitions, performances, film/video screenings, lectures, and educational programming, HBAC serves to advance public awareness and understanding of cultural, historic, and contemporary perspectives.
HBAC creates opportunities for local, regional, and national artists and the community to share in a climate of experimentation, education, and experience. HBAC is a public/private partnership with the City of Huntington Beach and the Huntington Beach Art Center Foundation, a non-profit private corporation. The Art Center is operated through the City of Huntington Beach Community Services Department, Cultural Services Division.
Founded in 1989, the Art Center Foundation was created to raise funds for the Art Center construction and program endowment and until 2002 the Foundation produced the annual Summer Classic Equestrian event as their primary fundraiser. The Foundation continues to raise funds through a variety of special events throughout the year and has successfully raised over $2 million for the Art Center's renovation, programs, and operations.
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CALL FOR SURF ARTOnline submissions open: Saturday, May 1
Online submissions close: Friday, June 11
Jury selection notifications: Friday, June 18
Artwork pick up: Monday & Tuesday, August 30 - 31
ELIGIBILITY Artists worldwide are invited to submit contemporary surf art and design concepts for online exhibition. Regional artists may submit artworks for the virtual exhibition and public display in the Art Center’s 3000 sq. foot galleries.
HBAC is located at 538 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. Artists submitting artwork for gallery display are responsible for in-person artwork delivery and pick up. Low-contact reservations adhering to public health protocols are required. Mailed submissions will not be accepted.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES Complete HBAC website submission form and jury fee required for entry. Submissions must be original artworks or fine art prints completed in the past two years (2019-2021). Visual arts such as painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, photography, video, filmmaking, digital art and design are encouraged.
Commercial reproductions, large editions, and work displayed in prior exhibits at the Huntington Beach Art Center are ineligible for jury selection. Artworks may not include live animals or decaying organic materials. Visit the HBAC website to download the full prospectus.
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Rick RIETVELD
Rick Rietveld, a Southern California native, began surfing in 1971. After studying at the prestigious Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, co-founded the popular surfwear company, Maui & Sons, in 1980. He held the position of creative director for 10 years, during which time his artwork launched the success of the company’s image and popular appeal.
He has received several awards for his work, and has been featured in books such as Stoked: A History of Surfing as well as several magazines including Surfer, Surfing and Action Sports Retailer.
Concerning his work, Rick says "My art tells stories of better lands, fairer seas, adventure, spirituality, beautiful women – but the story’s ending is left up to the viewer. It’s a reaction to my daily experiences ensconced in my passion of the surf and beach lifestyle that I have enjoyed for the past 40 years.”
Rick Rietveld, a Southern California native, began surfing in 1971. After studying at the prestigious Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, co-founded the popular surfwear company, Maui & Sons, in 1980. He held the position of creative director for 10 years, during which time his artwork launched the success of the company’s image and popular appeal.
He has received several awards for his work, and has been featured in books such as Stoked: A History of Surfing as well as several magazines including Surfer, Surfing and Action Sports Retailer.
Concerning his work, Rick says "My art tells stories of better lands, fairer seas, adventure, spirituality, beautiful women – but the story’s ending is left up to the viewer. It’s a reaction to my daily experiences ensconced in my passion of the surf and beach lifestyle that I have enjoyed for the past 40 years.”
Phil ROBERTS
Phil Roberts grew up in the surfing community of Melbourne, Florida. He was drawing from the age of 5 and earning money for his art at 13. At 15 he was drawing caricatures in front of crowds at sidewalk art shows around the state. The December ’82 cover of Surfer magazine (seen below) launched his career in Hollywood, where he rose to be one of the top illustrators in movie advertising, freelancing for all the major studios.
Phil’s scientific illustrations of how waves work for Drew Kampion’s Book of Waves have been published in scientific journals and museum exhibits around the world. Phil has created the coveted winner’s trophies for the prestigious Pipeline Masters since 2008. Phil loves to explore the boundless limits of how and where to apply his talents. He likes to capture the legends of surfing and historical moments in surfing in his paintings and sculptures and is excited that his best work is still yet to come.
Phil Roberts grew up in the surfing community of Melbourne, Florida. He was drawing from the age of 5 and earning money for his art at 13. At 15 he was drawing caricatures in front of crowds at sidewalk art shows around the state. The December ’82 cover of Surfer magazine (seen below) launched his career in Hollywood, where he rose to be one of the top illustrators in movie advertising, freelancing for all the major studios.
Phil’s scientific illustrations of how waves work for Drew Kampion’s Book of Waves have been published in scientific journals and museum exhibits around the world. Phil has created the coveted winner’s trophies for the prestigious Pipeline Masters since 2008. Phil loves to explore the boundless limits of how and where to apply his talents. He likes to capture the legends of surfing and historical moments in surfing in his paintings and sculptures and is excited that his best work is still yet to come.
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CALL FOR SURF ART Artists worldwide are invited to submit contemporary surf art and design concepts for online exhibition.
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CALL FOR SURF ART Artists worldwide are invited to submit contemporary surf art and design concepts for online exhibition.
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PRESENTED by the Huntington Beach Art Center Juried by Southern California Surf Art Legends Rick Rietveld & Phil Roberts
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The Huntington Beach Art Center is open by appointment. Please call (714) 374-1650 for more information.
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Opening Reception: Saturday, July 17 5:30 – 6:30pm Members and Patrons 6:30 – 9pm Public
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