In the three years since its inception, the MEPAINTSME annual Open Call has provided an opportunity for emerging, non-professional, and established artists, alike, to show work alongside one another in an exhibition that places artists from all backgrounds on equal footing. As with the works presented in my instagram feed, each artwork included in the Open Call exhibition is selected based solely on its stand alone merits -- the resulting group of 50 artworks in this year's presentation showcases an impressive variety, both in media and concept. 

With this effort, I also wanted to give artists and collectors the ability to support non-profit groups whose mission was in line with my own.  In 2024, this third edition of the Open Call will support the great work of four non profit organizations that provide inclusive and enriching programming for artists with disabilities: Creativity Explored (San Francisco), Project Onward (Chicago), Summertime (Brooklyn), and Die Schlumper (Hamburg).

A huge thanks to everyone who submitted their artwork for consideration, and in support of this cause. The response by @mepaintsme followers has been incredible.