Hive Market & Gallery's Call to Artists Deadline Extended

In honor of those who have served our nation, Hive Market & Gallery is issuing a Call to Artists for "Colors of Freedom - An Artistic Tribute to Patriotism," an art exhibition celebrating the beauty of freedom and national pride. The exhibit will be on view from May 9 - 31, 2025, with an opening reception on May 9, 6 - 9 pm. Hive Market & Gallery is a vibrant hub where local artisans unite within a collaborative workspace that doubles as a retail destination and art gallery.

Artists are welcome to submit artwork that reflects through color, abstract interpretations, or symbolic imagery, how freedom and patriotism inspire their artistic journeys. The exhibit is open to all mediums (painting, drawing, sculpture, digital art, photography, and more) and all styles from abstract to realism are welcome. All works must be original. This is a chance to be part of a powerful exhibition that honors our shared values through the universal language of art.

Part of the proceeds of the exhibit will benefit Blue Star Mothers, Nassau County, NY 14, a not-for-profit made up of mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers and female legal guardians who have children serving in the military, guard or reserves, or children who are veterans. The organization focuses on our troops, veterans, and families of our Fallen Heroes.

“My journey as a Military MoM has inspired me to bring this exhibit to The Hive,” Laura Escobar, owner of the Hive, explains. “My daughter Arianna is an active-duty Marine, and I’m so proud of her! I am extremely excited to see what the creative community will share!”

“With Armed Forces Day on May 17, and Memorial Day on May 26, we thought this would be the perfect timing for this exhibit,” said Susan Herbst, Hive’s Gallery Coordinator. “The opening reception of the show on May 9 gives us the added opportunity to invite the community to celebrate Hive’s fourth anniversary.”

This will be the first “call to artists” that Hive Market & Gallery has issued after several solo artist exhibits, featuring Magali Modoux, Andrew Breen, Suzala, and Susan Herbst. An exhibit showcasing student work from Harmony Heights School is on view through April 11.

The fee to submit artwork is $35 and the deadline has been extended to Wed., April 23, 2025. Full details on payment and submitting work is available on Hive’s website at https://hivemarketob.com. Hive Market & Gallery is located at 100-102 Audrey Ave., Oyster Bay, NY 11771. You can follow them on Instagram and Facebook: hivemarketob. For more information on Blue Star Moms, visit https://www.bluestarmothersny14.org/.