Organizer Information
The Gallery at Graphite is part of Graphite Arts Center, a non-profit arts organization founded in 2022 in downtown Edmonds, WA. The gallery has hosted 22 exhibitions in its 760 sq. ft. modern space, showcasing emerging and professional artists. It is open Fridays & Saturdays 12–5 PM and daily 4–8 PM via Charcoal Restaurant. The gallery emphasizes curated, high-quality exhibitions and promotes community engagement with contemporary art.
Title & Description
Love – Pop-up Exhibition
Graphite Arts Center invites artists to participate in Love, a juried pop-up exhibition celebrating the theme of love, to coincide with Valentine’s season. The exhibition focuses on unframed works on paper, including drawings, paintings, prints, collages, and photographs. Artists are encouraged to explore the theme of “love” in original, creative ways. Selected works will be displayed on panels in the gallery’s art library space. This show provides artists with exposure, professional presentation, and the opportunity to sell their work in a curated setting.
Categories
- Visual Art
- Drawing
- Painting
- Printmaking
- Collage
- Photography
- Works on Paper
Eligibility
- Open to all artists aged 18 or older
- Artists worldwide may submit
- Works must be original and relate to the theme of love
- Only unframed works on paper are accepted
- Artists must be able to deliver and pick up artwork in person
Program Benefits & Awards
- Selected works displayed in the Gallery at Graphite for public viewing
- Opportunities for art sales (artist receives 70%, gallery 30%)
- Recognition through the gallery’s promotional channels
- Awards: Not specified; check back for updates
Application Fee
$15 for 1–2 works of art; Non-refundable, payable at submission
Application Requirements
- JPEG images of each artwork, labeled: LASTNAME_TITLE.JPG
- Maximum image width: 20 in.; maximum sheet width: 24 in.
- Unframed, finished works on paper
- Artist entry form completed online
- Art must be ready for pin/clip display on panels
- Works must be for sale
How to Apply
Online Application
Key Dates
- Application Deadline: 18 January 2026
- Notification Date: 20 January 2026
- Exhibit Dates: February 6 – February 28, 2026
- Notification of Sold Works: Monday, March 2, 2026
Location
Edmonds, WA, United States
Additional Details
- Works displayed unframed on panels, pinned or clipped at top corners
- Artists consent to the gallery’s use of their name and images for promotional purposes
- All submissions must be delivered in person; the gallery does not provide shipping
- Artwork should be clean, finished, and professionally presented
Website Link: https://graphiteartscenter.org/category/call-for-art/
