Off-Center: Art That Pushes Boundaries - 2026

  • Off-Center: Art That Pushes Boundaries

    October 2 – October 31, 2026 | Deadline: Monday, July 27 by 11:59 pm EST

  • Established in 2008, Off-Center, formerly West of Center, presents 2D and 3D works of art in a variety of media. Artists are encouraged to push the boundaries of art imagery, presenting works that inspire thought, provoke emotion, and induce awe. From the bizarre and emotive to the fantastic and inspirational, this exhibition seeks submissions from artists around the country that defy expectation, provoke strong responses, or challenge social norms to surprise and thrill our visitors.

    Juror: Jean-Paul Aboudib received his BFA from College for Creative Studies, and an MFA in painting from Wayne State University in Detroit, MI. His figurative oil paintings have received numerous awards including Best in Show in the 2022 Off-Center exhibition (formerly West of Center) and are in several collections throughout Michigan including a portrait in the collection of Hip Hop artist Eminem.  Full Bio 

    Reception: Friday, October 9, 5 – 8 pm with Awards Presentation

    Awards: 1st-4th Place: $350, $200, $100, and $50; Honorable Mentions

     

  • Eligibility: Artists, 18 and over, in the continental U.S may submit a maximum of 3 original works of art created in any media*, and not previously exhibited at the Northville Art House. The maximum size, including any frame is 60” in any direction. *No reproductions, film, video, electronic, or AI created artwork.

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  • Submission to the Off-Center: Art that Pushes Boundaries shall constitute an agreement to comply with all conditions set forth in this call for entry.

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