Opportunities and Resources for Artists

36th Annual Midwest Seasons

Submissions Due: November 3, 2025

Notification of Selection: November 19, 2025

Exhibit Dates: January 7 - March 14, 2026

Juror: Duachaka Her 

Original works should draw inspiration from Midwest impressions and activities (i.e., the excitement of summer sports, the fresh scents of spring awakening, the warmth of a hot cup of soup in the bitter winter, or the crisp autumn colors). Interpretations of the season may be broad, and entries are not limited to representational works. 

Over $2500 in Cash Awards | Best of Show $750 + Award Exhibit | 12 Calendar Awards $150 

Artists must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this competition.

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Proposals for Solo and Group Exhibition

*** At this time, the CVA is not accepting Proposals due to Planned maintenance in the Galleries throughout 2026 & 2027.
Shows Already Scheduled Are not Currently Affected

• We currently accept show proposals from artists living in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, Illinois, and Iowa. Submissions with addresses outside of these geographical areas will not be reviewed.

• At this time, the CVA only accepts digital proposals, and all exhibiting artists are expected to be able to communicate and share information digitally.

• About Opportunities.  The CVA has a limited number of slots for Solo and small group shows (2-4 shows).  We do a variety of exhbits: juried shows, community group shows, and invitationals throughout the year.    To provide more opportunities to artists who submit proposals, we may curate a pairing of artists for a show.  Proposals that are not accepted for solo exhibits are kept on file for exhibit opportunities, ie, invitational exhibits.

Artist Agreement Brief

WORK MUST BE ORIGINAL TO THE ARTIST - Original artwork would, for example, be the first version of a painting an artist creates, not any subsequent prints, reproductions, or imitations of the artwork. Artists may use reference photos they took themself, or study from multiple references to create a composition that is unique to the new work.

LIABILITY- All work selected for the exhibit will be insured by the CVA against damage and theft while in the care of the gallery. Entrants are responsible for insuring work while in transit to and from the exhibit.  All work must remain in the gallery for the entirety of the show. The CVA cannot insure any artwork for an amount in excess of 70% of its retail value. Any irregularities must be reported within 30 days of the return of artwork. Submission of this application form constitutes agreement to all conditions listed in this prospectus.

SALES- Artists are encouraged to place their work for sale. If a piece of artwork is sold, a sales commission of 30% of the sale price will be retained by the CVA. Sold work must remain in the gallery the entire length of the exhibit. Payment will be made to the artist after the exhibit closes.

RIGHTS RESERVED- The CVA reserves the right not to display work that fails to meet jury expectations.