Walk a Mile in Another’s Shoes -Call for Art

Walk a Mile in Another’s Shoes

Entry deadline: April 28, 2025
Exhibition: June 1 – July 12, 2025

This exhibition is being developed in cooperation with the Shoe Club of the East Jordan Middle School. Artists are invited to develop literal and conceptual works relating to the philosophy and mission of the Club, which focuses on instilling motivation, self-worth, compassion, teamwork and thinking beyond ourselves. Learn more about the Shoe Club and watch a video here: Shoe Club

Entry: The entry deadline is April 28, 2025. Artists are encouraged to submit their entries online at jordanriverarts.com. Alternatively, a PDF may be downloaded from the website and sent by email. The JRAC Exhibitions Committee reserves the right to the final selection of work to be shown in the gallery; space limitations may apply.

Photo Requirements: An overall image and up to one detail image are required for all works submitted. Photos are used for exhibit planning and promotional purposes.

Artwork Delivery: Work must be gallery-ready when submitted. Paintings and other 2D pieces should be finished, dry and include the approved installation device, which is gallery wire. No saw tooth hanging hardware please. All work must be labeled to include title, artist name, medium, size, and sale price if available for purchase. A completed Inventory Form must also be included (available on the web page for this Call).

Fees: Entry is free for JRAC members. A fee of $15 is payable by non-members or become a member! In cases where works are offered for sale, the JRAC commission agreement is 70% to artist and 30% to JRAC. These fees help to support exhibitions and other programs at JRAC.

Dates and Deadlines
Entry Deadline:
April 28, 2025
Shipped Artwork Deadline: May 22, 2025 (contact JRAC for shipping address) Artwork Drop-off Date: Tuesday, May 27, 1:00-4:00 pm
Exhibition Opening Reception: Sunday, June 1, 12:30-4:30 pm
Exhibition Closes: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Pick-up Artwork: Monday, July 14, 1:00-4:00 pm

Questions? Contact JRAC at Jordanriverarts@gmail.com or (231) 536-3385. Scroll down for entry and inventory forms.

Online Entry Form

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