Art Exhibition – CALL TO ARTISTS
Part of the 2025 Reflections of Home Arts Festival hosted by the Ruby B. Archie Public Library
THEME- "NO PLACE LIKE HOME"
What makes a place truly feel like home? What makes a place feel truly yours? From a favorite room to a hometown landmark—or the people, memories, sounds, and smells that define “home”—show us your personal vision of what it means to belong.
ELIGIBILITY
- Open to amateur and professional artists ages 13 and up.
- One entry per participant; first 50 complete entries accepted.
- Artwork must be the entrant’s own, original creation.
- Photographic submissions must be original prints (no reproductions of artwork).
- Artist’s name, e-mail, phone, and title of work must be on the back of the piece.
CATEGORIES
- Painting
- Photography
- Mixed Media
ENTRY FEE
A $5 nonrefundable entry fee must accompany submitted works. This can be paid via cash or card.
SUBMISSION WINDOW
Friday, August 1 – Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Hand-deliver entries to the library during normal business hours with payment and completed entry form.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Maximum size 36 inches × 36 inches (including frame).
- Must be completely dry, framed (or gallery-wrap canvas), and wired for hanging.
- Library staff reserve the right to refuse works that cannot be safely displayed. Questions about display requirements? Contact us before submitting.
PRIZES
Judged by a guest local artist. Ribbons and gift-card prizes in each age bracket:
| Ages | Categories Awarded | Honors |
| 13–17 | Best Painting, Photography, Mixed Media | Honorable Mentions |
| 18 & up | Best Painting, Photography, Mixed Media | Honorable Mentions |
EXHIBITION DATES
Items will be on display to the public at the Ruby B. Archie Library during the Reflections of Home Arts Festival September 19- September 27, 2025. No items may be removed before the close of the exhibition on Sep. 27. All items must be picked up within 7 business days of the exhibit's close. Items past 7 days will be considered donations to the Ruby B. Archie Public Library.
Download a copy of the Art Exhibition Brochure here.
LIABILITY
Every precaution will be taken to protect submitted work; however, artists exhibit at their own risk. The Ruby B. Archie Public Library is not responsible for loss or damage.
