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The Weight of Air
EXHIBITION

The Weight of Air

Woodward Contemporary

June 20, 2026San Diego, CA, USA (Old Town — 3935 Harney Street)

A themed juried exhibition at Woodward Contemporary, an artist-centered gallery and studio complex in San Diego's Old Town. 'The Weight of Air' seeks work that renders the invisible — atmosphere, humidity, light, and mood — translating the emotional essence of place into visual and spatial experience.

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Juried by Cathrine Edlinger-Kunze, selected works are shown at Woodward Contemporary in San Diego's Old Town (Jul 18 – Aug 15, 2026), with an opening reception on July 18. The theme invites work that makes viewers feel the presence of air — atmosphere, drifting light, fog, and the emotional essence of place.

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Open to artists 18+ across the United States. Original work only — no digital art, reproductions, or class/workshop pieces. Minimum side 10 inches, maximum 52 inches; sculpture up to 30 in tall / 100 lb. One painting per artist juried in.

Dates & details

Deadline
11:59 PM PDT
Programme dates
July 18 – August 15, 2026
Results
June 25, 2026
Costs to the artist
$40+ entry
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Juried group exhibition; accepted work must be offered for sale
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$40 (2–4 images), $10 additional media fee

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