Call for Submissions

CRAZY is an exhibition of fine art by female-identifying and non-binary artists that creates a safe space for rage, protest, and performance. This art will confront the centuries-old stereotype that expressive, opinionated, intelligent women are “crazy” by making space for authentic responses and presenting those emotions as fine art. Inspired by Afropunk art movements and feminist punk music movements, CRAZY showcases art that embraces maximalist self-expression as a method of personal and political advocacy.

CRAZY is an exhibition of art in diverse formats: paintings, pop art, street art, installations, light art, drag performances, video art, DIY and upcycled art, conceptual performance art, and sculpture. Art that has been created in response to political unrest or music is strongly encouraged. Only artworks created after 2020 will be considered for the exhibition. 

We are the Guerilla Girls. We are Riot Grrrl. We are Pussy Riot. We are Afropunk. We continue the legacy of unapologetic, angry, loud women who refuse to be silenced by galleries, politicians, or sexist societal norms. We have a voice and we will use it to sing a ballad of self-empowerment. They call us CRAZY, but that was just the sound check.

Jaime Ransome (she/her) is a Hudson Valley-based curator, writer, and educator specializing in immersive, community-driven exhibitions that bridge cinematic storytelling with curatorial activism—creating exhibitions that are intellectually sharp and emotionally resonant. Inspired by literature, music, and art history, Ransome pairs celebrated creative minds with established and imaginative institutions. Working independently under J.Ransome Curation, she collaborates with local art spaces to create ephemeral exhibitions and indelible programmatic experiences. Ransome has curated widely across the Hudson Valley. Recent exhibitions include The Destiny (…is to take root among the stars) at Ann Street Gallery and Dark Was The Night at Convey/or/er Gallery.

Looking for inspiration? Check out this curated playlist!

Step 1: Listen to these tracks in order via headphones or blast them in your car. These songs were created to be performed live in small basements and the back of bars with shitty equipment and dim lighting.
Step 2: Read the lyrics of each song.
Step 3: Listen again and sing along as loud as you can.

  • Track 1: “Double Dare Ya” by Bikini Kill

  • Track 2: “Crazy” by Doechii

  • Track 3: “Monsters” by Heavens to Betsy

  • Track 4: “Too Late Now” by Wet Leg

  • Track 5: “You Hear Yes” by Destroy Boys, Mannequin Pussy, Scowl

  • Track 6: “Happy House” by Siouxsie and the Banshees

  • Track 7: “L’AMOUR DE MA VIE” by Billie Eilish

  • Track 8: “God’s Country” by Lambrini Girls

  • Track 9: “Make America Great Again” by Pussy Riot

  • Track 10: YOU TELL ME, send your recommendations to @jransomecurator

Key exhibition guidelines:

  • This exhibition is limited to female-identifying and nonbinary artists 18 or over.

  • This exhibition is accepting finished works and works in progress for consideration. Finished work must have been completed since 2020.

  • Work must not exceed 60 inches in any direction.

  • All work must be for sale; value must not exceed $10,000.

  • All artwork must be ready to hang..

  • The gallery has the authority to turn away any work that is not ready to hang, differs from the original accepted work, or is not suitable for gallery installation.

  • Accepted works must be delivered to and picked up from the gallery. Work cannot be shipped to BAU Gallery. BAU Gallery will not ship work back. No exceptions.

  • BAU Gallery will retain a commission of 40% on all sales. The artist will receive 60% of the sale price.

  • Submission fee: $40 for 3 works.

Key dates:

  • Exhibition: January 10–February 8, 2026

  • Reception: Saturday January 10, 2026, 6–8 p.m.

  • Entry deadline: midnight, November 15, 2025

  • Notification of acceptance: November 16–23, 2025

  • Deliver work: Sunday, January 4, 6–8 pm; Monday, January 5, 12–6 p.m.; Tuesday, January 6, 6–8 p.m.

  • Pick up work: Sunday, February 8, 6–8 p.m.; Monday, February 9, 3–8 p.m. BAU Gallery reserves the right to dispose of work that is not picked up after 60 days from February 2, 2026