Call for Entry Application

Call for Exhibitions 2026

Rumriver Art Center is seeking artists to exhibit their work in either of our two gallery spaces in 2026. If you have any questions, please email madison@rumriverart.com. Applications close at 11:59 pm on August 22nd, 2025.
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

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CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email Address:*
Phone Number:*
Artist Website or Social Media (optional):
Exhibition Proposal Information
Show Title (optional):
This can be changed if you are offered an exhibition.
How many people will be in your show?*

Just myself, Solo Exhibition (1 Artist)Duo Exhibition (2 Artists)Group Show (3-5 Artists)
If there will be multiple artists, please list their names below:
If there are multiple artists in the proposed show, please list the email of the artist who will be the point of contact for the group:
Rumriver Art Center will communicate with the artist listed as the "point of contact" to limit confusion. This artist should communicate directly with the other artists in their group.
Exhibition Proposal Idea: *

Explain what your proposed show would look. Provide details such as your artistic message, special installation needs, the theme of your show, and any other relevant information.0/1000
What is the price range for your pieces?*
*Rumriver Art Center takes a 35% commission of all gallery sales.
Artist Bio/Statement:*
Provide information such as: Your name, details on your art practice, the medium(s) you work with, how long you have been creating, relevant education or training, or anything else that you feel is important to you and your practice.
Do you have a complete body of work that is ready for exhibition, or will you be working on a new body of work?*

I have a finished body of work that is ready for exhibition.I have a body of work that is in progress.I will be starting a new body of work.Other
If you selected "Other", please explain:
Would you be open to Rumriver Art Center pairing you with another artist whose body of work is relevant to your own?*

YesNo
If you select that you are open to being paired with another artist (and are offered an exhibition), the Gallery Director will communicate with both of the artists in the proposed pairing to ensure that they are okay exhibiting in tandem. This does NOT mean you will have to create a body of work together, rather, there would be two solo shows in the same gallery space. We receive a high volume of applications, and this helps us support as many artists as best we can.
Artwork Samples/Images

Please provide 5 sample artworks that reflect your art practice and the exhibition described within this proposal.
Artwork Sample 1: Title*
Artwork Sample 1: 2D or 3D*

2D3D
Artwork Sample 1: Medium*
Artwork Sample 1: Dimensions (H x L x W)*
Artwork Sample: 2 Title *
Artwork Sample 2: 2D or 3D*

2D3D
Artwork Sample 2: Medium*
Artwork Sample 2: Dimensions (H x L x W)*
Artwork Sample 3: Title*
Artwork Sample 3: 2D or 3D*

2D3D
Artwork Sample 3: Medium*
Artwork Sample 3: Dimensions (H x L x W)*
Artwork Sample 4: Title*
Artwork Sample 4: 2D or 3D*

2D3D
Artwork Sample 4: Medium*
Artwork Sample 4: Dimensions (H x L x W)*
Artwork Sample 5: Title*
Artwork Sample 5: 2D or 3D*

2D3D
Artwork Sample 5: Medium*
Artwork Sample 5: Dimensions (H x L x W)*
Upload an Image of Each of Your Entries*

Images should be labeled as follows: LastNameFirstInital_ArtworkTitle. Example: SmithJ_BluePainting, SmithJ_CornFields, SmithJ_Portrait
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Exhibition Dates

This does not guarantee a show during the selected time or in the selected gallery space. This information helps with administrative work.
Which gallery would you prefer to have your show in?*

Jan Johansen Gallery (limited availability)21 Step Gallery (please note this space can NOT accommodate 3D work)No preference
Would needing to climb stairs prevent you from being able to exhibit in the 21 Step Gallery? (This space is only accessible by stairs.)

Yes, the stairs would prevent me from accessing this space.No, I have no concerns about accessing this space.I am not sure
What time(s) of year work best for your show?*

January 10th - January 31st (Jan Johansen Gallery is not available)February 7th - March 7thMarch 21st - April 18thApril 25th - May 30th (Jan Johansen Gallery is not available)June 6th - July 11thJuly 25th - August 22nd (Jan Johansen Gallery is not available)August 29th - September 26thOctober 3rd - October 31st (Jan Johansen Gallery is not available)
Questions, Concerns, and/or Comments? You may also email madison@rumriverart.com with any inquiries.
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Call for Exhibitions 2026

Exhibition Proposal Information

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Exhibition Dates