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Artists must be the originators of work being entered into these Calls and created in the last five years. Artist must personally assume responsibility for their art work and release Stella’s Art Gallery and it’s employees from loss or damage to their property. Stella's also reserves the right to refuse controversial or inappropriate images to each exhibitions. Stella’s Art Gallery will take a 30% commission on any sold artwork during the run of the show. Art must be wired to hang with name and title prior to dropping off. Each call will have an entry form ready to download one month prior to its due date. All mediums welcome unless specified. Each show is juried by a non-Stella's member and cash prizes will be awarded.
2025 Art Shows
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Photo by Ricardo Gomez Angel on Unsplash
January
Event Center: Black and White Show
From Black and white to shades of gray this exhibit challenges the artist to convey their message in a world without color. All types of work are welcome, there are no limitations!
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be black and white, including the frame. Gray scale is acceptable. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome. This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
This is a juried show with Cash prizes and ribbons
Juror: Juan Quirarte
Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3.
Drop off dates are the same for both January shows Artwork will be accepted from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 2 and 3, and from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 4
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Annex Gallery: The ROYGBIV SHOW
This show is a vibrant opportunity for artists to showcase their creativity in a ROYGBIV Exhibition in our Annex Gallery. We invite artists of all backgrounds and mediums to participate in this colorful celebration by creating 3 pieces of monochromatic artwork on a 10 inch x10 inch square. The theme of this exhibition revolves around the colors of the rainbow Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet (ROYGBIV). Artists are encouraged to explore the visual impact, symbolism, and emotional resonance of these hues in their artworks. Whether through painting, photography, mixed media, or any other artistic medium, we want to see your interpretation of the ROYGBIV spectrum.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must reflect the ROYGBIV. Using one color per entry, artist are encouraged to experiment with different shades, combinations, and artistic styles. To ensure a variety for this installation, each artist must create 3 pieces in 3 different colors in the ROYGBIV spectrum (rainbow) on a 10 inch x 10 inch square. The square may be stretched canvas or wooden panels. All pieces must be wired on the back and ready to hang. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Because of the gallery’s presentation of this show, all entries must be unframed.
Medium
We welcome submissions in various mediums including but not limited to painting, drawing, collage, digital art, photography, textile art, and clay. Artists are welcome to explore unconventional materials and techniques to bring your vision to life.
Juror: TBD
Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3.
Fee to enter: $20
Artwork will be accepted from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 2 and 3, and from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 4
This show is a vibrant opportunity for artists to showcase their creativity in a ROYGBIV Exhibition in our Annex Gallery. We invite artists of all backgrounds and mediums to participate in this colorful celebration by creating 3 pieces of monochromatic artwork on a 10 inch x10 inch square. The theme of this exhibition revolves around the colors of the rainbow Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, and Violet (ROYGBIV). Artists are encouraged to explore the visual impact, symbolism, and emotional resonance of these hues in their artworks. Whether through painting, photography, mixed media, or any other artistic medium, we want to see your interpretation of the ROYGBIV spectrum.
Submission Guidelines
All submissions must reflect the ROYGBIV. Using one color per entry, artist are encouraged to experiment with different shades, combinations, and artistic styles. To ensure a variety for this installation, each artist must create 3 pieces in 3 different colors in the ROYGBIV spectrum (rainbow) on a 10 inch x 10 inch square. The square may be stretched canvas or wooden panels. All pieces must be wired on the back and ready to hang. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Because of the gallery’s presentation of this show, all entries must be unframed.
Medium
We welcome submissions in various mediums including but not limited to painting, drawing, collage, digital art, photography, textile art, and clay. Artists are welcome to explore unconventional materials and techniques to bring your vision to life.
Juror: TBD
Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3.
Fee to enter: $20
Artwork will be accepted from 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Jan. 2 and 3, and from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 4
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February Event Center: Typography Show From numbers, letters, to special characters this exhibit challenges the artist to create artwork focusing on typography. Submission Guidelines All entries must be 75% typography. The subject matter/focus has to be numbers, letters, and/or special characters. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome. Medium This juried art exhibition is open to all media. Juror: TBD Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3. |
March
Event Center: Art Inspired by Music
We all have that music that energizes us -from Classical, Country, to Rap or Rock-n-Roll. Listen to music that gets those creative juices going and create your masterpiece!
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be inspired by music. Artists must include the genre/band/song in each title. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome.
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3.
Event Center: Art Inspired by Music
We all have that music that energizes us -from Classical, Country, to Rap or Rock-n-Roll. Listen to music that gets those creative juices going and create your masterpiece!
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be inspired by music. Artists must include the genre/band/song in each title. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome.
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards: Best of Show, 1, 2, 3.
April
Event Center: Elements of Nature and the Elements of Art. What happens when you combine the two? Let’s see…
Submission Guidelines
All entries must focus on one Element of Nature: Earth, Wind, Fire, or Water. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome.
Categories:
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards for Best of Show and 1, 2, 3 in each category
Event Center: Elements of Nature and the Elements of Art. What happens when you combine the two? Let’s see…
Submission Guidelines
All entries must focus on one Element of Nature: Earth, Wind, Fire, or Water. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome.
Categories:
- Earth
- Wind
- Fire
- Water
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards for Best of Show and 1, 2, 3 in each category
May
Event Center: Shape Matters! Full Circle or Oval
~ All things round ~
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be round. This can be oval or circular and within the circumference of the round piece of artwork. Nothing breaks the plain of the circle or oval and stays within the boundaries. This includes the frame.
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards for Best of Show and 1, 2, 3 in each category
Categories:
2D
3D
Event Center: Shape Matters! Full Circle or Oval
~ All things round ~
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be round. This can be oval or circular and within the circumference of the round piece of artwork. Nothing breaks the plain of the circle or oval and stays within the boundaries. This includes the frame.
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media.
Juror: TBD
Awards for Best of Show and 1, 2, 3 in each category
Categories:
2D
3D
June
Event Center: Landscapes, Real or Fantasy
Definition of “Real” : actually existing as a thing or occurring in fact; not imagined or supposed.
Definition of “Fantasy” : the faculty or activity of imagining things, especially things that are impossible or improbable.
Submission Guidelines
All entries must be a landscape, real or fantasy defined as above. Entries must be ready for exhibition display. All 2D pieces must be wired and ready to hang. All sizes are welcome.
Categories:
- Real
- Fantasy
Medium
This juried art exhibition is open to all media that allows you to create a landscape.
Juror: TBD
Awards for Best of Show and 1, 2, 3 in each category
Second Half of the year Themes. Details coming in January.
July
Event Center: Opposites/Duality
No categories, award for best overall.
Juror:
Event Center: Opposites/Duality
No categories, award for best overall.
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August
Event Center: Art Inspired by Northeast Ohio
Event Center: Art Inspired by Northeast Ohio
September
Event Center: Photographer’s Only Show
Categories: Still Life, People, Animals, Landscapes, Architecture
Event Center: Photographer’s Only Show
Categories: Still Life, People, Animals, Landscapes, Architecture
October
Event Center: OddBall…the stranger the better
No categories, award for best overall.
Juror: Mary Urbas
Event Center: OddBall…the stranger the better
No categories, award for best overall.
Juror: Mary Urbas
November
Event Center: Bricolage
Categories:
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Event Center: Bricolage
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December
Event Center: Toys
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Event Center: Toys
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