25th Juried Arts Exhibition

Description

25th Juried Arts Exhibition

The Arts Center invites artists of all styles and backgrounds to participate in our 25th Annual Juried Arts Exhibition, presented as part of our anniversary season celebrating 25 years of providing arts access in rural West Virginia. This juried exhibition highlights the creative voices that shape our community, from experienced artists to emerging makers. We welcome work that reflects creative exploration. Whether traditional or contemporary, bold or subtle, we encourage artists working in any medium to apply. For 25 years, the Arts Center has supported artistic expression and cultural vitality in our community. By participating in this exhibition, artists become part of a milestone celebration honoring that legacy while looking toward the future.
What to Expect
Artwork featured in a professionally installed juried exhibitionSix-week public exhibition- Visibility among community members, patrons, and supportersOpportunities for artwork sales and cash awards
Entry Information
Entry Fee, up to 3 art entries per artist $27 Members- members must be in good standing to receive this discount $34 Nonmembers
Eligibility: Open to U.S. residents age 18 + (not in secondary school)Artwork Requirements: Original handcrafted work only, All media welcome, No AI-generated artwork
Awards
Best of Show $750 First Place $375 Second Place $200 Third Place $100 2 Honorable Mention - recognition only Paul Bonnes 3D Award $100
Important 2026 Dates
February 10 to March 30 - Online entry opensMarch 10-- Last day to use the Early Bird Discount March 30 — Entry deadline April 1 — Jury notifications begin April 27 — Drop-off for accepted work (shipped work must arrive by this date) May 4– June 17 — Exhibition on display (6 weeks) June 18 — Artwork pickup, 10 am to 4 pm or by appointmentMay 29 — Annual Fundraiser- The exhibition and fundraiser are separate events. The gala is a ticketed benefit supporting the Arts Center’s mission, while the exhibition remains open to the public during regular gallery hours throughout its run.

All notifications to artists will happen via email to the email address on file within the ArtCall.org system. Check your spam folder. If you have not received an email, you can log in to the artcall system at any time to check the status. You should add artcall to your contacts to ensure timely delivery of ALL notifications. Entries are non refundable. The juried exhibition and fundraiser are separate events; however they are united by a shared theme celebrating arts in our community. Artists will be honored at the fundraiser, discounted tickets available. More details soon. 
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