A global destination for original art + culture with insights into contemporary practice

We feature contemporary artists at the core of creativity & the future of art. 


Call for Artists

Juniper Rag is an independent, women-owned, artist-run, BIPOC founded digital platform whose mission is to elevate emerging and mid-career visual artists and creative businesses from all over the world. We are relatively new, founded in 2020 and have been aggressively expanding our footprint, promoting over 1K artists a year, hosting, jurying and curating for ourselves and other creative organizations 10-12 exhibitions a year. 

Deeply embedded in our global community, we strategically partner and collaborate with galleries, non-profits, curators and businesses to push the boundaries of ordinary practices of art viewing and collecting. We are looking at the future with a big lens, and foresee incredible intersections with the digital world. With years of trend forecasting and art buying for one of the nations top stationery companies, we are positioned to amplify and showcase significant artwork. 

  • Future Focused: We provide a dedicated and committed marketing support team that is inclusive and ready to tackle the future of art in a new developing landscape. We are fascinated with new technology and age-old processes alike. 
  • Artist Showcases: Our latest juried call for artists, whether virtual or live, will be featured heavily on our social media and our website showcasing your artist biography, website, and 1-3 images of your artwork. 
  • Additional Opportunities: You may be invited for additional opportunities, features and exhibitions. 
  • Curatorial Responses: Uniquely, our surprise curatorial responses included with select artist features have become an exciting way artists learn about responses to their work.
  • Prizes: Uniquely, we have developed unique promotional packages for 3 artists for each exhibition for an increased push to the top 3 juror's choice artists.
  • Annual growth: Our followers are growing by 30% a year and our audience is active and collaborative, which amplifies your work reciprocally.
  • Strategic Partnerships: We constantly develop exciting relationships for opportunities for artists and collectors-- to connect, build vibrant networks.
  • Professional Development: We strongly guide and encourage creative business best practices and offer a wide range of creative services, including website builds, marketing plans, brand packages and more. See our website for info.

What sets us apart?

Juniper Rag  focuses on new and exciting ways that art intersects with the future and are creating a narrative for contemporary artists practicing and selling art today. Juniper Rag is currently a web-based initiative for the arts with a strong global community development component. With practical insights that foster a holistic and inclusive perspective on the arts, we contribute meaningfully to the sustainability of our collective creative economy, harnessing the power of the internet, driving growth and connections that advance careers.

We are marketers and mad connectors with 25 years of experience in the luxury goods market, working with brands like Condé Nast | BRIDES, Wynn Companies, GILT, Neiman Marcus and more. Their design work has been featured on The Today Show, in Martha Stewart, BRIDES, and on BRIDES Live Weddings. We help launch startups and small to medium-sized businesses and collaborate with trusted organizations locally for in-person exhibitions like Mechanics Hall, Boston City Hall, New Art Center, ARCK Boston, CUSP Gallery Newport, JMAC and corporate collaborations with Spectrum Healthcare.

Juniper Rag has built a strong reputation in presenting high-caliber art in all media by some of the best emerging and mid-career artists, and proudly we have juried and curated some of the highest attending shows for our creative partners. Locally, we are active in many Massachusetts artist communities, which gives all of our talented artists strategic footing in New England. 

Payal Thiffault and Michelle May are the co-founders of Juniper Rag and Atelier ID Global, a boutique branding and marketing agency.

Visit www.juniperrag.com to research more and please share our link with people you think would enjoy our artists.

BASIC SUBMISSION DETAILS:

  • Eligibility: International artists are welcome to apply to all virtual shows with works in any medium. Each in-person exhibitions have logistical guidelines to follow.
  • Requirements: Artists may submit up to the specific limit of art for each call, which may vary. In some cases you can submit more for a small fee. High-quality, cropped, unframed images, a well-written bio and a statement  (300 words each) are required
  • Optional marketing items can be submitted as well. Include a headshot,  + an optional 15 second video of a studio or process shot or comparable 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Submission Fee: $35 USD (non-refundable)
  • Limit of Submitted Artworks: depends on call requirements, please read.
  • Bio Word Limit: 300
  • Statement Word Limit: 350


CONNECT WITH OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY

Magic happens because of your network. Use your network. Build a bigger network. Invest in your followers & contacts.

  • @juniperrag on all channels. Follow us so we can tag your account.
  • Juried calls mean that not all art or artists may be selected.
  • Submission fees are non-refundable. 

COPYRIGHT & USAGE AGREEMENT

By submitting your work, you attest that it your submission is your own original work. Artist retains full copyright of the work and will be credited. By submitting you give permission to Juniper Rag to use your images by JUNIPER RAG or affiliated partners on our websites, print and digital, advertising, interviews and of course, social media posts. We do reserve the right and hope to use your content again at a later time. We may also share your social media.

By submitting your work, you attest that it is your original artwork, 100% and if you are creating digital art you have diligently checked all copyright information. Any questionable submissions that we ethically cannot support may be omitted.

SUBMISSIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED THROUGH SUBMITTABLE.

Thank you for sharing your work with Juniper Rag.

Michelle May and Payal Thiffault

 


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Submit to ART SHOP | Virtual

ART SHOP

A VIRTUAL ART SALE of

PAINTINGS, PRINTS + SCULPTURES UNDER $499

ART SHOP invites artists to submit work that is tried and true. Small works that you know people love. Your hot small pieces that move for gift giving and collecting. We see that right now, there is a sweet spot in pricing for gifts of art. We are seeing the economy become tight right now and want to offer really great art for attractive prices. We believe our artists have a lot to offer, know which of their pieces are most attractive to buyers and hopefully will fill our shop with tantalizing buys, collectable pieces and possibly rethink their price per square inch for this holiday experience to place art into new homes.

This is also a great opportunity to liquidate older art and pieces that need a great home.

  • This is an open call, promoting the gift of art giving for the holidays. 
  • We welcome all mediums, 2D and 3D with a value under $499. (Work must be over $75 / over 4x4 in.)
  • All artists are welcome, from painting and photography to sculpture. 
  • Artists are responsible for packing and shipping art that is sold.
  • Let this be a season of giving the gifts of art
  • All art will be available for sale on our website.

Pricing:

  • Artists should include estimated shipping costs on your submission to the furthest US point from origin, to cover this cost. We commission based on art price, not the combined price.
  • Example: If you are an artist in Boston, and your art is priced at 250, we will charge 270, based on weight and size to ship to California, the farthest continental point. It is up to you to estimate what that cost will be to cover your expenses and indicate that price on the submission form.
  • Juniper Rag is not responsible for shipping or costs of shipping to your sold pieces.

Shipping sold work:

  • Artists are responsible for shipping in the continental US. We will not be offering international  shipping but can make arrangements if occasion arises.
  • NOTE: Lighter pieces in smaller boxes are cheaper to ship. 

Tip: Submit a group of 3 coordinating pieces with 1 optional piece, 4 total. Not all may be selected.

We merchandise with rows of 3's so submitting work that is the same size, similar styling and price work best.
 

DEADLINE: 11/30 at 11:59 pm


PRICING, COMMISSIONS & FEES:

ART PRICES: All work should be gallery priced under $499. Experience tells us that the sweet spot for art sales for the holiday market is $150-350. We know this range under $500 is key. All art must be over $75 to be viable.

ARTIST COMMISSIONS: Artists receive 65% commission, JR 35%.

JUNIPER RAG SUBMISSION FEES: Your submission fee contributes to keeping the lights on at Juniper Rag, overhead for Squarespace and Submittable, processing submissions, stipends. We work for hours organizing, creating spreadsheets, design, labels, planning the call, hanging the installation, marketing, promotion and social media (and more) and the submission fee supports all the artists we work with. We only exist because of artists, so please help us by inviting friends to submit, follow on social and participate in calls. 

Our goal is to build a relationship with our artists. We keep promoting your work and reciprocate on social media. When artists invest in promoting us, we invest heavily into responding to your efforts with gratitude.

**Caveat: When reposting, please do not add text or graphics to our social media posts. Branding is important to us and to you.

WHY WORK WITH JUNIPER RAG? 

  • Elevation of your work – Juniper Rag exhibitions are recognized for their curatorial excellence and thematic sophistication, attracting collectors, curators, and press.
  • Curated Audience – We cultivate an engaged community of art lovers who value conceptual depth and technical skill.
  • Artist Features – Selected artists are spotlighted in Juniper Rag’s digital platforms, expanding their visibility beyond the exhibition.
  • Professional Credibility – Being part of a Juniper Rag exhibition enhances an artist’s CV because we only select the high level of art for our concept-driven exhibitions.
  • Diverse Reach – Our audience spans local, national, and international art markets.
  • Thoughtful Curation – Each show is crafted to create a strong visual and thematic narrative, elevating every participating work.
  • Supportive Environment – We actively promote participating artists through marketing, social media campaigns, and networking opportunities.

Long-Term Impact – Many past exhibitors have gone on to sell works, secure commissions, and gain future exhibition invitations, solo shows and acquisitions into large scale corporate purchases as a result of their Juniper Rag participation.  

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

We are always interested in collaborative relationships. If your like-minded business would like to sponsor DELIRIUM or any Juniper Rag exhibition, please contact michelle@atelieridglobal.com.

Juniper Rag