FREE ENTRY / The Kirkland Art Center - Call for Art 2024

The Kirkland Art Center has showcased the work of regional, national, and international artists for over 50 years. We are accepting submissions for future exhibitions. All visual media are welcome; artists at all stages in their art careers are invited to submit. Artists should keep in mind the need for a consistent and strong body of work when submitting. Submissions are considered for solo and group exhibitions.

The Kirkland Art Center gallery is housed in a former church with uninterrupted wall space along two 47-foot walls with 20-foot ceilings. Adjustable track lighting runs parallel to each wall.

Eligibility:

Any artist who can deliver work to the gallery (in person or shipped) may submit a proposal. Artwork derived from the copyrighted images of others should not be submitted. Selected artists must exhibit work consistent with the images and proposals shown in their application.

Most media are welcome (painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking, installations, performance, etc.); video and work in digital form, unfortunately cannot be exhibited in our facility unless the artist provides all necessary equipment.

KAC is responsible for:

• Publicity: website, press releases, and social media coverage (Facebook, Instagram, and e-newsletter)
• Opening reception with refreshments provided
• All artwork is insured while on premises

The artist is responsible for:

• Transportation of work to/from exhibit (including cost of shipping); insurance is recommended for work in transit
• Appropriate framing/presentation of work
• Images of work, bio, and artist statement

Commission:

Works that sell while on exhibit at KAC are subject to a 30% commission; the artist retains 70%. Please take this into consideration when assigning artwork prices. Works listed as NFS (not for sale) should still list an insurance value.

Submit online via the Google form. 

Selection is based on the quality of work presented for review. The KAC Exhibition Committee comprises working artists, museum professionals, and KAC Staff who select and schedule exhibitions. The committee convenes for the selection process once per year.

Applicants will be notified of the results of jurying by November 15, 2023