Compete Off-Center: Art That Pushes Boundaries
Opportunity Description
U.S. National Deadline: July 28, 2025 – Established in 2008, Off-Center presents 2D and 3D works of art in a variety of media. Artists are encouraged to push the boundaries of art imagery, presenting works that inspire thought, provoke emotion, and induce awe. From the bizarre and emotive to the fantastic and inspirational, this exhibition seeks submissions from artists that defy expectation, provoke strong responses, or challenge social norms to surprise and thrill our visitors.
ELIGIBILITY
Artists, 18 and over, in the continental U.S may submit a maximum of 3 original works of art created in any media* within the last 3 years, and not previously exhibited at the Art House. The maximum size including any frame is 60” in any direction. *No reproductions, film, video, electronic, or AI artwork.
While this exhibition encourages artists to freely to express themselves, the Art House is a community gallery and artwork that includes significant elements of sexually explicit imagery, overtly political or religious content, graphic depiction of violence and hatred, or profanity may not be considered for inclusion.
JUROR
Dean Rogers is a fantasy and fine artist and instructor from Howell, MI. He has mastered colored pencil, earning him 3 International awards and the prestigious Signature Status by the Colored Pencil Society of America.
AWARDS
1st-4th Place: $350, $200, $100, and $50; Honorable Mention Awards
ENTRY FEE
Non-refundable fees of $40 for non-members and $30 for Northville Art House members.
Artists will be notified of the juror’s selections by email on Tuesday, August 26.
SALES
A 35% commission will be charged on all art for sale. Artwork is preferred to be for sale but not required.
About:
The Northville Art House is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization with the mission to cultivate the arts through creative experiences and education programs in the community.
Northville has a true gem in its midst: the Northville Art House. The passion and hard work of volunteers over many years have created an incredible cultural destination in our small town that is quickly earning the reputation as one of the best art centers in metro Detroit. The mission of the Art House is simple: we want to bring the best of the arts to our community through exhibits and education.
Northville Art House
215 W. Cady Street
Northville, MI 48167
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