ABOUT:

Biennial is the Museum’s juried exhibition occurring every two years that highlights the very best in regional artistic talent typically displaying work by more than 50 artists. SAMA’s Biennial is considered to be one of Pennsylvania’s top exhibitions for contemporary local artists, and this installment features works in photography, watercolor, wood, oil, clay, bronze, pastel, pencil, acrylic, and mixed media, among others. SAMA believes that art has the power to enrich our lives, spark conversations, and foster a deeper understanding of ourselves and the world around us. Through the Biennial exhibition, we hope to create meaningful connections between artists and the community while celebrating the creative spirit that thrives in our region. 

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CALENDAR:

• Entry & fee deadline: Friday, Feb 23

• Notification of acceptance: Friday, May 3 via mailed and emailed letter of acceptance

• Exhibition: July 26 - October 20, 2024

• Awards Reception: Saturday, August 17, 6-8 pm, cost $25 per person​​

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WINNERS:

• Announced at the Award Reception on Saturday, August 17th from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

• SAMA would like to give a special thank you to our Selection Juror, Janice Trusky; Award Juror, Vaughn Clay and Guest Curator, Ehrin Ward.

• We could not have this exhibition without our Biennial sponsors Dr. Magdi and Karen Azer, Benzel’s Bretzel Bakery, Fred Danziger, Dr. Owen K. and Marian Morgan, Barry H. Newborn, Barbara O'Brien, Seven Mountains Media, and Chantel Ventura – Thank you! 

QUESTIONS: call (814) 515-1370 or email Registrar, Beverlie Hartnett at bhartnett@sama-art.org.

See terms and conditions for details of loan upon acceptance such as insurance, liability, and sale of work.

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Biennial 2024 was financed [in part] by a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development.