Wild West Virginia Celebration

The Arts Center invites artists to submit art work celebrating landscapes, people, culture, and creative spirit of West Virginia. This exhibition highlights the diverse voices and perspectives that make our region unique while providing artists with a professionally installed gallery experience and opportunities for public engagement and sales. We welcome submissions from emerging and established artists working in all media.

Theme: Work should connect to the idea of Wild & Wonderful West Virginia! This may be interpreted broadly. Landscape, place, heritage, environment, folklore, community life, industry, and contemporary perspectives connected to West Virginia are all encouraged. AI-generated work will not be accepted. No computer generated work.

Eligibility: Open to artists 18 years and older.
Media: All 2D and 3D media accepted - all mediums accepted, no computer generated works.
Entry Fee: $10 for Members, $15 for Nonmembers, for up to three (3) submissions. Cash or Check preferred, CC accepted.
*As a nonprofit arts center serving rural West Virginia, entry fees directly support exhibition expenses including installation, postcards, advertising/promotion and promotion. This modest fee allows us to continue offering accessible opportunities while maintaining a low sales commission for artists.

Awards & Recognition: This exhibition does not include cash prizes. Recognition include:

Postcard Advertisement for
People’s Choice Award
Art Center’s Choice Award
others as they become available

Important Dates:
Complete the form to let us know you are entering (if possible)
Form Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdo-h1HHX0KjDCWHpNhKMqKBQ3aHsZniqkuljDT_VI7IB3axQ/viewform?usp=header

Artwork Drop-Off (In-Person Only):
June 18, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Alternate arrangements must be approved in advance. Call 304-637-2355

Exhibition Dates: June 20 to July 30, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 3-5pm.
Pick-Up Art: July 30, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM or schedule