The 57th Annual Greater Michigan Art Exhibition

The 57th Annual Greater Michigan Art Exhibition is one of the few remaining statewide visual arts competitions in Michigan. Organized by Alden B. Dow Museum of Science & Art at Midland Center for the Arts, this exhibition provides a forum for the most recent developments by Michigan artists. The gallery spaces provide a dramatic stage for the display of contemporary work and are especially suited for the exhibition of large-scale works. Each year, reputable arts professionals from around the country serve as jurors for the exhibition, bringing experience and knowledge about the contemporary art scene into the curatorial selection and awards designations.

Eligibility is open to all Michigan artists 18 years of age or older. Works in all media and mixed media are eligible. Only original works completed within the past three years will be accepted. No giclees, reproductions, or copies of original artwork will be accepted. Digital files submitted for jurying must be a non-altered representation of the actual works. The entry fee is $40.00 for up to three images. This is a two-phased jury process. If you are accepted through the first jury process, you are guaranteed inclusion in the exhibition with a minimum of one work after the final jury.

The juror is Deborah Rockman, Professor of Art in BFA & MFA Drawing Programs at Kendall College of Art & Design, Grand Rapids, MI. Awards include: Best of Show ($1000), First Prize ($500), Second Prize ($300), Third Prize ($200), Alden B. Dow Museum Solo Exhibition Award ($300), Delta College Artist Award ($300), Saginaw Valley State University Artist Award ($250), and Northwood University Artist Award ($250). The exhibition runs September 22 - November 4, 2018. The Opening Reception and Award Presentation is Saturday, September 22, 2018 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Juror's Talk is scheduled for Sunday, September 9 at 2 p.m. in the galleries.