SPECTRUM Call to Artists (Monday, June 29, 2026)

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 21:30:00 GMT

All artists, established & emerging are invited to submit work for our annual unjuried open invitation exhibition, SPECTRUM.

The first 25 works of art submitted will be featured in a 3 week group exhibition from July 2 - 19!

The goal of this exhibition is to showcase the talented artists in our community working in a broad spectrum of styles, media & subject matter; to create an inclusive & level playing field for artists at varying stages of their careers; & to present a diverse & engaging art experience.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

The first 25 artists to arrive with 1 work of art will be accepted for the exhibition. Artists, bring your artwork to the gallery on the date & time outlined below for the opportunity to participate.

What to Submit: 1 original work of art in any media, style & subject.

Accepted artists will be asked to e-mail a 1 page artist bio/statement.

Where: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.

When: Monday, June 29 between 4 - 5 pm.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

a) 1 work of art per artist.

b) Work must be gallery ready: have appropriate mounting/hanging hardware ie: hanging wire, d-rings etc. Frames with easel backs will not be accepted.

c) Max Size:
Wall mounted artwork: 24” x 24” (including frame if work is framed)
Free-standing sculpture: height 24" diameter 10". (Due to spacial limitations we may not be able to accept all sculpture submissions)

d) Current WVCAC Membership.

e) $10 entry fee.

EXHIBITION INFORMATION

Installation & Uninstallation: Installation will be executed by the WVCAC. Artwork to be retrieved by artists on Sunday, July 19 at 4 pm.

Sales: The WVCAC will process all sales & take a 35% commission.

Promotion: The WVCAC will promote the exhibition in various online & print publications.

First Thursdays Art Walk: July 2 from 6-8 pm The Silk Purse will be open to the public for the Art Walk, a celebration of local artists, art spaces, public art, creativity & community.

Inquiries to Gallery Manager Steven Snider steven.wvcac@shaw.ca

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SPECTRUM Call to Artists (Monday, June 29, 2026)