Call for Artists 2025-2028
Call for Artists Submission Form
Open through December 31st, 2025
Application Checklist
(Only complete proposals will be considered):
The Kirkland Art Center is seeking exhibition proposals for the 2026 – 2028 seasons. Group exhibitions, collaborations, and curated proposals are all welcome. The KAC Exhibition Committee, comprised of working artists, museum professionals, and KAC staff, typically curates artists into exhibitions of 1 – 3 artists.
Submit 10 - 12 images that accurately represent your body of work. Image files should be no larger than 300 dpi and should not exceed 2 MB per file. Save all
files as 1_Lastname_Firstname_Title, 2_Lastname_Firstname_Title, etc. These numbers and titles must correspond to your image list.
An image list outlining each artwork submitted with number (corresponding to file names), title, medium, size, year, and price or insurance value.
CV/Resume
Artist statement (maximum 250 words)
Artist biography (150 words)
The Kirkland Art Center selects work based on the quality of work presented for review. The committee convenes for the selection process once every two years.
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 the exhibit (including the 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.
The Kirkland Art Center selects work based on the quality of work presented for review. The committee convenes for the selection process once every two years.
The Kirkland Art Center has showcased the work of regional and national artists for over 50 years. We are accepting submissions for future exhibitions. 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 14-foot ceilings. Adjustable track lighting runs parallel to each wall.
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