Creatures Big and Small - Exhibit Opens 01.11.25
CREATURES BIG AND SMALL
Call For Art Open 12/17/24 - 01/09/25
Are you an artist captivated by the natural world, mythical beasts, or the extraordinary beauty of creatures great and small? We invite you to submit your work for inclusion in "Creatures Big and Small", an upcoming art exhibit that explores the wonder, mystery, and imagination behind all living (and imagined) beings — from the tiniest insect to the grandest mythical beast.
This exhibit will celebrate the diversity of creatures across size, species, and story, and we’re looking for artwork that highlights the magnificence of nature, mythology, and everything in between. This is your chance to showcase your work in a high-profile, multi-sensory exhibition that invites viewers to see the world’s creatures in new and profound ways.
A percentage of each artwork sold will be donated to the Sioux Falls Area Humane Society. We appreciate all that they do to care for Creatures Big and Small, and a pleased to help support their mission.
Submission Guidelines
Eligible Mediums:
2D Art: Painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, digital art, and mixed media
3D Art: Sculpture, ceramics, glasswork, textile art, and found-object creations
Submission Fee: $30.00
Deadline for Submissions: January 7, 2025
Deadline for Delivery of Artwork: January 9, 2025
Exhibit Dates: January 11 - February 1, 2025
First Friday Participating Artist
December 9 - January 3 - DATES TO SIGN UP
Join us for an opportunity to highlight and sell your artwork. Featured artists will be set up around the building showing new and warehoused artwork of their own making.
Happening during Downtown Sioux Falls First Friday, we invite you to consider joining us as a featured artist.
Merry and Bright
Merry and Bright is a vibrant new art exhibit that captures the essence of the holiday season through the eyes of our talented local artists.
Featuring a dazzling array of colorful paintings, playful photographs, and intricate crafts, this exhibit invites visitors to immerse themselves in the joy and warmth of the holidays.
Each piece reflects themes of hope, togetherness, and celebration, encouraging a sense of community and connection.
Perfect for families, friends, and art lovers alike, Merry and Bright promises to brighten your day and inspire creativity as we gather to share in the spirit of the season. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the magic of art and the holiday cheer it brings!
Deadline to submit artwork: December 10, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: December 11, 2024
First Friday Participating Artist
Join us for an opportunity to highlight and sell your artwork. Featured artists will be set up around the building showing new and warehoused artwork of their own making.
Happening during Downtown Sioux Falls First Friday, we invite you to consider joining us as a featured artist.
Giving Thanks
Step into Giving Thanks, an immersive art exhibit that celebrates the universal power of gratitude. Through a array of artwork, this exhibit explores how people from diverse cultures and time periods express thanks—whether in sacred rituals, personal moments, or acts of kindness.
From ancient offerings to modern-day gestures of appreciation, Giving Thanks invites visitors to reflect on the beauty of gratitude and its ability to connect us to one another, to nature, and to the world around us. Join us in this uplifting journey and leave with a renewed sense of appreciation for life’s many blessings.
Deadline to submit artwork: October 29, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: October 30, 2024
Creepy, Spooky, Eerie, & Strange
"Creepy, Spooky, Eerie, and Strange" is a chilling exploration of the mysterious and uncanny, inviting visitors to delve into the darker corners of the imagination. This exhibit brings together a diverse collection of works that play with themes of the supernatural, the bizarre, and the otherworldly, challenging perceptions and evoking a sense of wonder and unease.
Deadline to submit artwork: October 1, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: October 2, 2024
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Nostalgia
"Nostalgia" is a heartfelt exploration of the past, evoking memories and emotions through an eclectic mix of art forms. This exhibit features an array of works that delve into personal and collective experiences, reminding us of the moments that shape our lives and identities. Nostalgia isn't just about wishing you could go back in time. It's more about appreciating the good things from the past and using those memories to shape who you are today.
Deadline to submit artwork: August 23, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: August 27, 2024
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Paint the Piano
Serendipity Studio seeks to commission an artist or team of artists to create an original work on a grand piano from 1914. The piano becomes its own interactive piece of art as painted by local artist(s). The installation could also be a painted mural with three dimensional or interactive elements. This piano will be on display in the grand foyer of the historic Shriver Square building.
The piano is an antique and was most recently homed at the History Club in Sioux Falls. The piano does still play and the finished design must ensure that the piano is still playable after the artwork is completed. The artist should give consideration to the historical aspects of the piano, the History Club, and the Shriver Square building.
Deadline to submit artwork: August 31, 2024
Deadline for review: September 4, 2024
Notification of selected artist: September 6, 2024
Installation completed: October 4, 2024
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Summer Heat
Experience the vibrant and evocative Summer Heat art exhibit at Serendipity Studio’s Rotational Gallery, where the essence of summer is captured in a stunning collection of wonderful art.
Join us in celebrating the warmth of summer through the eyes of talented artists who have channeled their passion into breathtaking works of art.
Deadline to submit artwork: July 20, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: July 24, 2024
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Beautiful America
A new art exhibit titled "Beautiful America" emerges from Serendipity Studio’s Rotational Gallery. This showcase aims to redefine perceptions of the United States through the eyes of various artists from diverse backgrounds.
Deadline to submit artwork: June 18, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: June 19, 2024
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Nature
Step into a world where the beauty of nature comes alive through the stroke of a brush and the mastery of artist’s hands. The "Nature" art exhibit transports you to a realm where the serenity of a forest, the might of a roaring waterfall, and the delicate dance of wildflowers converge in a symphony of colors and textures.
Deadline to submit artwork: May 21, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: May 22, 2024
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Tagged: Art, Call, Call for Art, Parents
Meet the Parents: Art of Moms & Dads
Whether you love them dearly, hate them immensely, or some other emotion, we all have them. They have a powerful and lasting impact on who we are and who we will become. They are our parents.
Deadline to submit artwork: April 23, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: April 24, 2024
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FANTASY & WHIMSY
"Fantasy & Whimsy" seeks to transport viewers into worlds of enchantment and wonder. Whether it's mythical creatures, dreamlike landscapes, fairy tales, or whimsical characters, we encourage artists to unleash their creativity and bring forth imaginative works that captivate the imagination. Now is your chance to really share your “FANTASY” with the rest of the world.
Deadline to submit artwork: March 27, 2024
Deadline to deliver artwork: March 28, 2024
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Tagged: Art, Call, Call for Art, Fantasy
NEW
Maybe it’s a new year, a new you, or something else. New brings so many feelings and emotions to each of us. Let’s celebrate in the way that art can.
Whatever it means to you, let our artists show you what New means to them.
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HOME
Maybe it's the house you grew up in, the people who make your heart sing, or a cherished memory that feels like a warm hug.
Whatever it means to you, let our artists show you what Home means to them.
The “HOME” exhibit opens November 17th and runs through December 26th.