Chocolate-inspired art exhibit in Oxford seeks local entries

A new exhibition opening in January at the Oxford Community Arts Center focuses on chocolate, which in its many forms, has become an obsession for people of all ages. This decadent exhibit invites local artists to submit works stimulated by chocolate and the emotions it provokes.

“Bittersweet: A Chocolate Inspired Exhibition” will open Jan. 14 at the Oxford Community Arts Center as part of “Chocolate Meltdown” and run through Feb. 3.

Local artists are encouraged to exhibit 2- or 3-dimensional works. Works need not consist of chocolate. The deadline for entries is Jan. 10.

All media will be considered. Pieces exhibiting diverse concepts, materials or mediums, and creativity will take precedence. Every effort will be made to exhibit all entries, however, space limitations may be an issue.

No entry fee is required. The exhibition committee reserves the right to reject artwork that is inappropriate for the audience. Works submitted made from chocolate or other perishable material may exhibit for a shorter period of time at the discretion of the arts center staff.

“Chocolate Meltdown” is a collaborative fundraiser for both the Oxford Community Arts Center and the Miami University Art Museum, with vendors featuring chocolate delicacies for tasting, an amateur baking contest, children’s activities, raffle baskets, an auction, and educational materials about chocolate.

At one time considered a food of the gods by indigenous Americans, chocolate is one of the world’s most mysterious and sought-after substances. Enticing and rich, modern and timeless, chocolate is a veritable inspiration for imaginative work.

For an entry form, visit www.oxarts.org/exhibits or pick up a form in the lobby of the Oxford Community Arts Center at 10 S. College Ave.

For additional information or instructions, email exhibits@oxarts.org or call 513-524-8506.

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