Call for Entries
Mural for Sangamon County BuildingSangamon County in cooperation with the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum and the Springfield Art Association is seeking proposals for mural artwork for the newly remodeled and expanded lobby of the Sangamon County Building. The murals will fill three alcove sections built into the walls of the lobby. This project has specific themes and guidelines that must be followed.
Timeline: Wednesday, May 22 proposals due to the SAA by 5 PM Wednesday, June 5 invitations to the finalists to present to the judges June 10-14 artist’s presentations to the judges Monday, June 17 announcement of the artist chosen Wednesday, September 4 completed artwork due All proposals must be submitted in hard copy to: Springfield Art Association 700 North 4th Street Springfield, IL 62702. Links to websites may be included for additional images and information. All questions may be directed to Betsy Dollar at the Springfield Art Association. Email: director@springfieldart.org or phone 217-523-2631 |
Statewide Illinois Artist ShowcaseIn response to the Illinois State Fair eliminating the professional visual artist exhibition and competition, the Springfield Art Association has created an alternative: Statewide. Professional artists, ages 21 and above, who are residents of Illinois are invited to submit up to three works of art in any media. All work must be original and completed in the last three years. The show will run from August 9 through August 31, 2024 in the M. G. Nelson Gallery at the Springfield Art Association. There will be two judges, one for all 2D media and one for all 3D media.
SAA reserves the right to photograph all exhibited works for promotional and educational purposes. Calendar June 30 Electronic entry deadline July 10 Notification of acceptance e-mailed/sent August 5 Deadline for receipt of work August 9 Exhibition Opens August 10 Exhibition Reception 5:30– 7:30, Awards 6:30 August 31 Exhibition Closes September 4 Work will be shipped out |
APPLICATIONS DUE BY APRIL 1ST AT 11:59 PM
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Edwards Place Fine Art FairIn its 36th year, the Edwards Place Fine Art Fair offers a park-like setting for a dedicated following to shop the wares of artists from across the country and around the region. On the campus of the Springfield Art Association, the fair includes up to 80 artist's booths, interactive art activities for all ages, artist demonstrations, live and DJ music, food vendors, tours of Edwards Place historic house museum, and a used book sale.
Eligibility Artists 18 years and older who work in a broad range of Fine Art and Craft media are invited to apply. The media categories are 2D (painting in watercolor, oil, acrylic, drawing, pastel, printmaking, collage, calligraphy, mixed media, and paper arts); Ceramic (functional, sculptural, hand built, thrown); Fiber (wearable, decorative), Glass (blown, fused, slumped, cast); Jewelry (precious metal, gems, beaded, other); Photography (film, digital, alternative); Other (book arts, basketry, metal, leather, wood, other Entry Fee A $25 non-refundable entry fee is required per application. 5 images are required (including a booth shot). Artists can submit up to 5 applications for this show. |
The Enos Park Residency for Visual Artists offers long-term residencies that provide living and studio space and community through which to reflect and engage one’s work. We accept applications from emerging, mid-career, and established artists working in all media, and especially those who emphasize community engagement, social practice, or socially-engaged works.
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SAA Collective Juried Artist Applications
Deadline: Every Nov. 15, Feb 15, and June 15
SAA Collective Juried Artist Members have the opportunity to regularly show their work at SAA Collective have a featured artist’s exhibition at the SAA Collective approximately every three years, participate in juried exhibitions in the M.G. Nelson Family Gallery at a discounted rate when applicable, and participate in art outreach, teaching opportunities, and SAA events as desired. |
M.G. Nelson Family Gallery
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