Green Lantern Studios in Mineral Point (see photo at left) is seeking work for its exhibition titled "Going Green "“ collage/assemblage.

"We're looking for 2D and 3D works that explore the possibilities of reused and recycled materials (natural or manufactured) and objects or fragments not intended as art materials," the press release reads.

"Show us how you Go Green with your art!"

Exhibition dates are Aug. 2 through Sept. 14, 2008.

The postmark deadline for submissions is July 15.

Artists will be notified of inclusion by July 21.  Plan ahead: selected work will need to arrive at the gallery by July 29.

A $10 fee covers review of up to three pieces by the jurors, Tom Kelly and Carole Spelic'.

All works submitted must be for sale.

A prospectus and the application form are available on the gallery website - www.greenlanternstudios.com - or call 608 987-2880 to request hard copy by mail.

Green Lantern Studios is a year 'round gallery of fine and applied arts located in an 1870s stone building in historic downtown Mineral Point, Wis.

Will you be submitting "green art"?

What kind?

Are there other shows or websites to go to in order to see outstanding green art?

Does anyone else find themelves just a bit cynical about how everything these days has to have "green" in the title?

Is it for real, or just another buzz word or marketing gimmick?

Hasn't collage just about always used recycled images and materials? What makes it green these days?

Let Art Talk know what you think?