Lenexa Artists' Show Call for Artists

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Artists who live in Lenexa are invited to apply for the annual Lenexa Artists’ Show. We welcome two- and three-dimensional art in this popular show. The seven-week juried show will be displayed Aug. 13–Sept. 29, 2024, in the City Hall Art Gallery

Artists may submit one piece for display on the walls. You may submit a second piece only if it is a 3D piece that would be displayed in one of the cases. However, depending on the number of artists that apply in the 3D category, we may find that we are only able to accept one piece in that category as well. If that happens, the Lenexa Arts Council will decide on the piece to be included.

Application period is April 1–July 8, 2024.

This is a program of the Lenexa Arts Council.

Entry categories

We will accept artwork in the following categories:

  • 2D art: drawing, photography, painting, multimedia, digital design, etc.
  • 3D art: sculpture, carving, pottery, ceramics, glass, jewelry, metal, fiber, etc.

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Step 1.Guidelines

You can enter one piece for display on the walls. You can enter a second piece only if it is a 3D piece that would be displayed in one of the cases. However, depending on the number of artists that apply in the 3D category, we may have space limitations. If that happens, the Arts Council will decide on the piece for display.

3D art will be displayed in one of the covered cases (the largest case size is 22"x23" wide; and 32" high). 3D art that stands alone may also be considered.

See full submission guidelines under "Show rules" at the bottom of this page.

Step 2.Submit your application

Apply on Lenexa Parks & Recreation's registration website. Deadline is July 8, 2024.

Fee is $10 per artist. 

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Step 3.Judging and awards

Two independent judges will review all entries and select the winners. Monetary prizes are awarded in various categories for exceptional artwork.

The artists’ reception and awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 22, at 6 p.m.

Show rules

Artists must be Lenexa residents, 17 years and older, unless otherwise approved by the Lenexa Arts Council.

Art must be artist’s original work and not previously shown in a juried exhibit at the Lenexa City Hall Art Gallery.

Art must be family friendly with no images of nudity, of a sexual nature, graphically violent or depicting gore, no use of or depiction of illegal substances, and no political messaging. The jury committee reserves the right to deny any artwork for any reason.

Applicants are asked to submit a photo of the piece(s) they are entering along with their application.

Artists must submit a waiver form at the time art is delivered to City Hall.

Value of art must be stated whether or not you wish to sell it. Art that is not for sale will be listed on the art label as NFS.

Deliver art to Lenexa City Hall (17101 W. 87th St. Pkwy.) on Monday, Aug. 7, 2024, (details will be provided to artists). Art cannot be dropped off unless it is handed to a Lenexa Arts Council or staff member. Artists must unpack art themselves. If you have a conflict on that day, please call Susanne Neely at 913.477.7131 before Aug. 7 to make other arrangements. Late art cannot be accepted after the show is installed.

Hanging pieces must be backed with secured, sturdy hanging wire (sawtooth and other small hooks do not work with our hanging system), and must be framed, when applicable. Art on canvas should have finished edges.

Write artist’s name and title of art on back of art. Artists’ work will be identified with uniform display labels supplied by Lenexa Arts Council.

3D art must sit securely on its own or have attachments to secure it.

Art must remain displayed for the entire show.

Lenexa Arts Council members and staff will hang art with secure fixtures. Only a Lenexa Arts Council member may remove art from the wall, case or pedestal.

Important dates

Application Deadline: July 8, 2024

Art Drop-off: Aug. 12, 2024, from 4–5:30 p.m.

Artists Reception & Awards Ceremony: Aug. 22, 2024, at 6 p.m.

Art Pickup: Sept. 30, 2024, from 3:30–5:30 p.m

Judging and awards

Two independent judges will review the art and select the winners.

Prizes will be offered for Best of Show and in the categories of 2D, 3D and Photography/Digital Art (digitally altered photos and digital art not from photos will be judged this category). Honorable Mention prizes may also be awarded.