Call for Artists: 2027 Exhibition Proposals

Rumriver Art Center, a 501(c)(3) non‑profit community art center located in Anoka, Minnesota, is seeking regional artists to propose solo, duo, or group exhibitions for its Jan Johansen Gallery (2D & 3D) and the 21 Step Gallery (2D only). The call is open to all artistic disciplines except digital/virtual works that require special technological support. AI‑generated images and writing are accepted. No professional experience is required. Applications are submitted online via a JotForm and must include contact information, an artist statement (max 1000 words), a written proposal, and five images of sample work. The submission window closes on August 21, 2026 at 11:59 pm (free to apply). Selected artists will be offered a gallery show; a non‑refundable $50 gallery deposit and signed contract are due by October 11, 2026. The center provides exhibition space, gallery infrastructure, and handles sales commissions (35% of sold works). Shipping of artworks is supported, and artists are encouraged to insure their work privately. Notification of decisions will be sent by September 18, 2026.

Exhibition space in two galleries, opportunity for sales (35% commission), shipping support, gallery infrastructure, AI‑generated work accepted.

Open to regional artists; excludes digital/virtual art requiring technical support; all other mediums accepted.