Rosewood Gallery 2024 Exhibitions Call for Proposals

The City of Kettering, Ohio and Rosewood Arts Center invite artists working in any media to submit proposals for exhibition in Rosewood Gallery during the 2024 Exhibition Season (January - December). Rosewood Gallery specializes in the exhibition of contemporary art by emerging local, regional and national artists and is dedicated to the encouragement and creation of new works and promotion of the visual arts in the Dayton, Ohio area. Six to eight solo exhibitions are presented each year with support from the City of Kettering Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts and the Ohio Arts Council.

All media will be considered for exhibition, including video and installation pieces. Exhibition proposals must include: a cover letter describing the proposed exhibition, any special installation requirements, potential public engagement programs, and available dates; an artist's statement, resume, and previous exhibition record; and ten (10) images with corresponding titles, media, dimensions and dates. The selection committee will be presented with only 10 images for consideration. If work submitted is for example only, provide specific explanation of what you propose to present if selected.

The City of Kettering insures all works while on exhibition and covers printing and distribution costs of an announcement mailer for each exhibition. A transportation and shipping honorarium of $250 is provided to selected artists. Any cost reimbursement requirements over and above the $250 honorarium should be listed and explained in the proposal. Rosewood Gallery does not provide equipment for multimedia installations. Gallery walls are constructed of drywall over plywood and cannot be altered other than by standard hanging hardware. Various pedestals are available. Educational programs and artist talks are strongly encouraged and may merit additional funding per negotiation. Current employees of the City of Kettering are not eligible for solo exhibitions. Entry fee: $25. Jury dates: 8/21/23 - 8/25/23. Notifications will be emailed by end of August 17, 2024. Gallery location: Rosewood Arts Center, 2655 Olson Drive, Kettering, OH 45420. Hours: Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm; Friday 10am-5pm; Saturday 10am-3pm. For inquiries, contact Paula Willmot Kraus, Gallery Coordinator at [email protected] or (937) 296-0294.