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27 Oct 2026

Art Calls Lay of the Land

Artlink Contemporary Gallery –  Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States

Artlink Contemporary Gallery

Opportunity Description

U.S. National Deadline: November 9, 2026 – For Lay of the Land, Artlink is accepting submissions of artworks which embody an exploration of the natural world through subject matter or materials. Whether your practice explores realistic depictions of flora and fauna, abstract interpretations of geological textures, or the complex, evolving dialogue between humanity and the environment, we encourage you to share your vision.

Exhibition timeframe: Jan 7 – Feb 7, 2027

ELIGIBILITY
This call is truly open to all media, including but not limited to: painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, video, installation, fiber, assemblage, and drawing. Any artist 18+ residing in the United States is eligible. All works must be ready for installation upon delivery and professionally presented (i.e not damaged or differing from what was accepted.)

JUROR
Justin Johnson is the new Executive Director of Artlink. Prior to this role, he was the gallery director for the University of Saint Francis for 25 years. At the university, he held several administrative roles within the Creative Arts and was integral in building a monumental art collection through donor gifts and artist estates. He has been active and has partnered with dozens of local and regional arts organizations during his career including Artlink, the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, and the Indiana State Museum.

FEE
$12 per entry, up to 10 entries.

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SALES
All artwork sales are subject to a 35% sales fee. Artists will be mailed a check for sold work following the close of the exhibition.

DATES

  • Entry deadline: Nov 9, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
  • Jury notifications: After Nov 16, 2026
  • Artwork drop-off/delivery deadline: Dec 13, 2026
  • Exhibition timeframe: Jan 7 – Feb 7, 2027

About:
Artlink was founded in 1978 by a group of art enthusiasts, patrons and artists to promote awareness of emerging artists and art forms. Artlink is a 501(c) nonprofit creative art space and contemporary gallery supporting artists through exhibition, education and community engagement.

Artlink
300 E Main Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Phone: (260) 424-7195

Opportunity Categories: + Open to All Media. Opportunity Types: Art Calls. Opportunity Tags: - Special Opportunities, Below $25 Entry/Application Fee, Deadlines 11 Nov thru Dec, and Open to U.S. Artists Only. Benefits: Exhibition - Group and Sales.

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