Voices of the Midwest

Voices of the Midwest is a regional exhibition held at the Kavanagh Gallery of Fine Line Creative Arts Center in St. Charles, Illinois, running May 9 - June 20, 2024. Artists are invited to submit original artwork that expresses the unique aspects of life in the Midwest. Both representational and abstract work in any medium will be considered, including 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional pieces.

This call is open to artists residing in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Artists must be at least 18 years old and may submit up to 3 pieces. Work must have been completed in the last two years, be original, and not have been previously shown at Fine Line. All pieces must be for sale. The entry fee is $35, and an artist statement limited to 1000 characters is required.

The Kavanagh Gallery Committee will curate the show. Awards of $800 in prizes will be given based on creativity, quality of artistry, and originality. Jury decisions will be sent via email on or before April 6, 2024. The gallery charges a 30% sales commission on any artwork sold. Fine Line handles all sales, sales tax, and provides artists with payment after the show closes. Artist attendance at the opening reception is strongly encouraged but not mandatory. Fine Line is responsible for installation, the opening reception, and sales. Artists are responsible for shipping artwork to and from the gallery and must include a return shipping label. Artwork size when packed cannot exceed 48 inches x 32 inches x 6 feet and cannot weigh more than 50 pounds. Fine Line provides 24/7 security and insurance coverage at 70% of the sale price from receipt of work until the end of the show.