***CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS FOR SHOWS IN 2027 AND 2028***
Proposals Due: June 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm
Proposals received after June 15th will not be reviewed untill summer 2027
Review Notification: August 15, 2026
All artists wishing to display their work in the CVA gallery must complete the jury process. This process starts with the completion of this Digital Submission. The Jury Committee meets once a year to review submissions. You will receive written notification of the jury’s decision within two months of the yearly submission due date.
About Organization. The Center for the Visual Arts (CVA) is one of the leading cultural institutions in Central Wisconsin, uplifting local artists and the community. With three gallery spaces featuring 16 exhibits annually, a reputable school of art, and a gallery shop, your exploration of the CVA will be endless. Admission is always free.
About Galleries. The Center for the Visual Arts has three galleries: Caroline S Mark gallery is the first gallery you enter. This space is often used for large group shows, including juried exhibitions, this is also the ideal space for solo shows featuring large-scale works of art.
The Vault Gallery is the smallest of the three galleries and is set in a historic bank, featuring the original bank vault, large windows, and other historical features. The Vault often features solo and two-person exhibits.
The Loft Gallery hosts our community group exhibitions like membership shows or school art shows.
About Opportunities. The CVA has a limited number of slots for Solo and small group shows (2-4 shows). We do a variety of juried shows, community group shows, and invitationals throughout the year. To provide more opportunities to artists who submit proposals, we may curate a pairing of artists for a show. Proposals that are not accepted for solo exhibits are kept on file for exhibit opportunities, like invitational exhibits.
Group Proposals or Curators
This form is designed primarily for solo or small groups. For group or curator proposals, please use the additional notes section for any additional materials that dont fit in the form.
Exhibit Stipends
The CVA provides small stipends to artists selected for solo or small group shows to offset the artist display costs. Stipends will be offered to accepted shows with their offer letter.
Exhibit Proposal Guidelines
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All work must arrive ready for hanging or installation.
The gallery uses a track system for 2-D artwork. Artwork should be able to hang from a wire, picture ring, or other compatible hanging methods. Works on paper can be hung with magnets with prior approval. Check with the curator if unsure.
- Installation Art: Installation art must be compatible with the display mechanisms of the gallery. Please reach out to our curator of art to discuss compatibility and installation options.
- Video art: The Center for the Visual Arts accepts video and other light media. The CVA galleries have a limited number of media players, projectors, and TVs for digital art display. Exhibits with more than 4 video elements may need to supply additional display equipment.
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At this time, the CVA only accepts digital proposals using this form; all exhibiting artists are expected to be able to communicate and share information digitally, and that starts with a digital show proposal.
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Artwork must be original and created within the last 2 years or be part of a body of work that is currently in process.
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Works must NOT have been shown before at the CVA galleries
- Artists are responsible for shipping, delivery, and pick-up of their artwork. Return shipping can be done by prepaid shipping slip or invoiced to the artist after the show
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LIABILITY- All work selected for the exhibit will be insured by the CVA against damage and theft while in the care of the gallery. Entrants are responsible for insuring work while in transit to and from the exhibit. All work must remain in the gallery for the entirety of the show. The CVA cannot insure any artwork for an amount in excess of 70% of its retail value. Any irregularities must be reported within 30 days of the return of the artwork.
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SALES- Artists are encouraged to place their work for sale. If a piece of artwork is sold, a sales commission of 30% of the sale price will be retained by the CVA. Sold work must remain in the gallery the entire length of the exhibit. Payment will be made to the artist after the exhibit closes.
- Artists in solo or small group shows must submit w9 before the exhibit start date or any stipends will be paid
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RIGHTS RESERVED- The CVA reserves the right not to display work that fails to meet jury expectations.
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Submission of this application form constitutes agreement to all conditions listed in this prospectus.