Visual Arts

 2026-2027 Call for Artists 

Paradise Center for the Arts is seeking submissions of recent work from visual artists for exhibitions in the Carlander Family Gallery, Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery, and K&M Gallery for 2026-2027. Submissions will be juried by members of the gallery committee of the Paradise Center for the Arts, which is comprised of artists, arts professionals, and art enthusiasts in the area. 

Submissions will be accepted any time before March 1, 2026 and final notification of the committee’s decision will be no later than March 21, 2026. Early submissions are encouraged. 

To submit work for consideration, send an email to 

info@paradisecenterforthearts.org 

-6-10 images of recent work in JPEG format not to exceed 20 MB. 

File names for image files should be in the form of last name, first initial, and 

image title. Abbreviate as needed. 

-Art Resume, Artist statement and Image List (Please list the sizes, medium, & price of your work). Text files must be in one of the following formats: MSWord, RTF (Rich text format), PDF, or Text Only. File names for text files should be in the form of last name, first initial and description. 

Gallery fee $100 per artist (this fee is not due until the artist contract is signed). This fee assists with production of marketing materials used for the exhibition. All gallery exhibits and receptions are free and open to the public, we appreciate all donations. Commission split is 65% to the artist/ 35% to the Paradise. 

For additional information call or email Julie Fakler, Paradise Center for the Arts Gallery Committee, at 507-332-7372, 507-210-6027, info@paradisecenterforthearts.org

https://www.paradisecenterforthearts.org/visual-arts 

Holly Days 2025: a Shopping Experience

Holly Days sale dates November 20th – December 20th. 

Holly Days kick-off opening reception is November 20th from 5pm-7pm, 2025. 

Paradise is currently open Wed.-Fri. 12pm-5pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, and open one hour prior to shows, during the sale.

If you are participating in Holly Days – Items can be dropped off on, Saturday November 15 10am-2pm, or Monday November 17 9:00am –noon. ALL ITEMS MUST BE DROPPED OFF BEFORE NOON ON MONDAY. Each artist will have their individual space.

Holly Days artists are highly encouraged to attend the opening reception Nov. 20th 5pm-7pm.

To make this event successful we will need all participating artists to help with promoting, sharing, and sending images/videos of your artwork to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org

If you will be participating in the Holly Days event - Please fill out the Holly Days form and return it, with the Holly Days fee to the Paradise Center for the Arts by September 15th. Click here for the Holly Days form.

Please email images (jpeg format), videos of your work for marketing to info@paradisecenterforthearts.org Deadline for jpeg & video submissions is September 15th.  

Artwork can be picked up December 21st 11am-2pm. The Paradise will be closed the last two weeks of the year. Paradise does not have storage for artwork. Please plan on picking up your artwork December 21st 11am-2pm.

35% commission taken on every piece sold, 65% goes to the artist.

Every precaution will be taken in handling your artwork, but no responsibility is assumed by the Paradise Center for the Arts for loss or damage of any kind. Submission of work indicates acceptance of these conditions.

Please contact Julie Fakler with any questions info@paradisecenterforthearts.org

2025 Paradise Members Show –Vranesh Gallery. May 16–June 21, 2025.

Open to all Current Paradise Center for the Arts members.

- Artwork must be original and created within the last 2 years, and previously not shown at the Paradise.

- Artwork must be dry. 

- Each artist may submit up to 4 pieces or more. Over 4 pieces must get approval.

- Open to all mediums.

- Artwork must be ready for installation. 

Sales: PCA receives a 35% commission on all sales, artist receive 65%. Sale price must include commission. To sell Artwork you must sign a consignment contract and have a current W9 on file with the PCA.

Insurance: The PCA assumes no responsibility for the loss or damage of the artwork.

 Drop off dates: May 9 12pm-5pm, May 10 10am-2pm, May 12 10am-12pm

Opening Reception: May 16 5pm-7 pm. Exhibition Dates May 16–June 21, 2025.

Click here for the Members Show Form

Straight River Arts and Paradise Center for the Arts are collaborating with the EDA and City of Faribault to create and install permanent public art in the city of Faribault. We are offering $2400 to each of three artists to make a piece of public art. Artwork is to be placed throughout Faribault: in parks, public areas, etc. 

Requirements:

The Artist should be a resident of Rice County or a person with connections to Faribault or Rice County

The Artwork should be created with an eye to representing the people, places, ideology or interests of Faribault.

Artwork will be stand-alone (not tethered to a building or existing structure.)

Installation will be accomplished by the artist (with assistance from Straight River Arts.) Artist payments include installation costs so that should be factored in.

Proposals from artists should include:

a drawing of the proposed artwork

a material list

cost analysis

installation plan

artist resume and statement

narrative of the artwork.

Straight River Arts will work with the City of Faribault to determine placement of the pieces of art.

Artists will receive $2400 to include materials, labor and installation of the artwork.

Ownership and Maintenance

Artwork needs to be created from materials intended for an outdoor installation.

Artwork can be removed/moved at the discretion of the City of Faribault by contacting a representative of Straight River Arts.

Artwork becomes the property of and the responsibility of Straight River Arts. If the City decides that they would like the artwork removed, SRA retains the right to dispose of it as it sees fit.

The City retains the right to request repair or removal of the artwork.

Interested artists should apply at https://2025srapublicarts.artcall.org by April 30, 2025. Questions can be directed to info@straightriverarts.org. More information about Straight River Arts is available at www.straightriverarts.org