Evolved Gallery in Ventura, California, has announced an open call for its upcoming exhibition titled "SE7EN," themed around the seven deadly sins. Founded by Christina Van Ryzin in late 2025, the gallery is seeking traditional and digital paintings or illustrations that explore these vices through modern social or political lenses. The submission deadline is April 15, with the exhibition scheduled to run from April 25 through June 28, 2024.
This initiative highlights the growth of alternative and underground art scenes within regional hubs like Ventura County. By explicitly banning AI-generated work and focusing on "dissident" and avant-garde voices, the gallery is positioning itself as a physical stronghold for traditional craftsmanship and counter-cultural expression. The transition from Van Ryzin’s underground zine to a permanent gallery space reflects a broader trend of DIY subcultures seeking institutional permanence to foster local creative communities.