2026 Gallery Exhibition Proposal Application
Submit your proposal for a 2026 Gallery Exhibition at the Ankeny Art Center or the Exhibition Space at the Ankeny Kirkendall Library
Artist Information
Eligibility: Open to professional and emerging Iowa artists 18+ that have not exhibited at the Ankeny Art Center in the last 3 years. Group shows and collaborative ideas will be juried on the strength of the entire group. We are a family friendly gallery and all artwork must be suitable for all audiences. All artwork must be original works of art! Groups of 5+ must rent the gallery (please email alessandra@ankenyartcenter.com with any questions.) Jury information: All entries will be juried by the Ankeny Art Center Gallery Committee and staff. Applications are due by December 1st for the following years' exhibitions. Artists are notified in January if their submission was accepted. Selected Artists: Must provide a Show Title, Artist Statement, Biography, High Resolution Images, and Inventory List 30 days prior to exhibit date. All work must be gallery ready. 2D work must be ready to display and outfitted with a sturdy hanging wire. 3D work should be accompanied with a means to display. Limited pedestals are available for use. Additional Info: There is a $40 fee for selected artists due 30 days before your exhibit opening. 20% commission will be taken for sold works. These funds go directly back to the AAC gallery to continue hosting art exhibitions. If you have any questions or need additional information, please email our gallery curator, Alessandra Leo, at alessandra@ankenyartcenter.com
First name
Last name
Email
Phone Number
Street Address
City
State
Postal/Zip Code
Choose the option that describes you best.
I am at the beginning of my artistic endeavors.
I am at the beginning of my career as an artist.
I am in the middle of my career as an artist.
I am well established in my career as an artist.
I am currently making significant changes in my career as an artist (i.e. changing media.)
Please write your artist statement and exhibit proposal.
Please write a short artist bio.
Select your preferred gallery space
Select an option
Main Gallery
Side Gallery
Ankeny Library
About how many works of art would you plan to exhibit?
Select an option
5 - 10
11 - 20
21 - 30
31 - 40
40+
CV/Resume (optional)
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Artwork Image #1
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Title, Dimensions, Media, and Year for Artwork #1
Artwork Image #2
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Title, Dimensions, Media, and Year for Artwork #2
Artwork Image #3
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Title, Dimensions, Media, and Year for Artwork #3
Artwork Image #4
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Title, Dimensions, Media, and Year for Artwork #4
Please include any links to your website, Instagram, Facebook, etc. if applicable.
How did you hear about us?
Friends/Family
Social Media
Iowa Artist Directory
Other
If you are not selected for your preferred exhibition space, would you be interested in displaying your work in one of the other spaces?.
Yes
No
Are you open to exhibiting your work as part of a group show?
Yes
No
Are you interested in showing your work at local coffee shops, breweries, or businesses in Ankeny?
Yes
No
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