Artist Member Invitational

PUBLIC SHOWING: October 1-31st, 2025

ARTIST RECEPTION EVENT: October 3rd, 2025

All 402 Artist members are invited

CALL FOR ART

IMPORTANT DATES

May 1st - Acceptance date Artist must accept the invitation to exhibit 3-4 pieces by one of three options:
- Sending an email monica@402artscollective.org
- Slack direct channel #visual-arts-invitational
- Fill out a submission form below

Sept 29 - Oct 2nd - Artwork drop off

Oct 3rd 7-9 pm - Artist Reception, please arrive 15 min early

Oct 31st - End of exhibit

Oct 31 - Nov 3 - Art pick up

June 1st - Turn in Artist photo and bio

EXHIBIT LOCATION

402 Arts Collective West
16909 Lakeside Hills PLZ, STE 119
Omaha, NE 68130

GUIDELINES AND INSTRUCTIONS

  • Exhibit Theme - “Threads of Connection” Weaving Impact Through Art. Each submission will be accompanied by a brief artist explanation of how your work connects to the theme.

  • 3-4 pieces are requested. All artwork will need to be ready to hang. Stretched canvas will need wires (no sawtooth), and canvas boards will need frames. Paper pieces will need a frame and glass.

  • All artwork should be original—no prints or use of AI. However, printed original digital art is welcome.

  • No larger than 56”.

  • Work must be created within the past 2 years. All artwork is required to stay on display until Oct 31, 2025.

  • No more than 1 of the up to 4 submissions can be labeled NFS (Not for sale). Each submission must have a price in the description. With each sale, the artist agrees to a 30% suggested donation to go towards the 402 Arts Collective for future events.

  • Artist photo and bio will be needed for promotional material. See form. The 402 Arts Collective is a family-friendly environment and reserves the right to refuse any artwork that does not hold to that standard.

  • All Artists must be artist members of the 402 Arts Collective. Contact Andre@402artscollective.com if you would like to become a member.

PARTICIPATE

To participate in the 402 Artist Member Gallery Invitational, first fill out the participation form. Keep in mind that submitting this form doesn’t confirm your entries, but look for a confirmation from the event curator via email or Slack from Monica Eby, for final details. You will be asked to submit your piece information, including descriptions, dimensions, and desired sale price. If you have any questions, please email Monica at: Monica@402artscollective.org