Call for entry
Wild Things Exhibition
Overview:
Exhibition Theme: Wild Things
Venue: Cantril School Building: 312 Cantril St., Castle Rock, CO
Exhibition Dates: April 15 – July 6, 2026
Timeline:
– Call for Entries Opens: March 1, 2026
– Call for Entries Closes: March 22, 2026 at 11:59 pm MST
– Invited/Not Invited emails sent by April 3, 2026
– Art Drop Off Day: April 6 – 7, 2026
– Art Pick Up Day: July 12 – 15, 2026
– Awards: First Place $350.00, Second Place $200.00, Third Place $150.00
Submission Guidelines – PLEASE REVIEW GUIDELINES CAREFULLY
Eligibility:
– Open to all artists working in 2D mediums. This includes, but is not limited to, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and mixed media.
– Unfortunately, we cannot accept 3D work at this time.
Theme:
– The subject matter for artwork is open to all things wild. Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme broadly and creatively. Artists are welcome to submit a variety of media and subjects.Â
Size & Weight Limitations:
– Maximum size for a piece is 60 inches on any side
– Minimum size for a piece is 11 x 14 inches
– Artwork must not exceed 20 lbs
Framing & Presentation:
– All artwork must be ready to hang. We require secure, wired pieces with secure D-rings.
– Do not submit anything with sawtooth hangers, as they are not compatible with our hanging system.
– Canvases do not need to be framed if they have finished, gallery-wrapped edges.
Sales:
– Work does not have to be for sale.
– If your work is for sale, you must handle the transaction through your own website or contact method and you must provide that info with your submission.
– Tri Arts Project will not take a commission on sales; artists retain 100% of the proceeds. However, we recommend a 10% donation to Tri Arts Project for any sold work to support future exhibitions. This is entirely optional and is tax deductible.
Duration:
– The exhibition runs from April 15 – July 6, 2026. All selected works must remain on display for the entire duration of the exhibition.
Juror: Lynn Hurley
Lynn Hurley is a contemporary mixed media and oil painter exploring the female form, portraiture, and the introspective dimensions of the human experience through a feminine lens. Her nationally exhibited, award-winning work has been featured in Art for Recovery, Arts to Hearts Foundation’s Emerging Artists, Bold Journey Magazine, Shoutout Colorado, Reno News and Review, and the nonprofit Art for Recovery book, A Decade of Creative Expression to Inspire Change in Treating Addiction. She was also selected for the series The Outstanding Artist. A four-year contributing artist to the Doors to Recovery Foundation, with work auctioned at the Nevada Museum of Art, she brings a discerning, conceptually rich, and emotionally attuned perspective as a juror.
Juror: Inger Hiller
Inger Hiller holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Northern Illinois University, where she developed a deep appreciation for visual storytelling, artistic process, and the role of public art in shaping community identity. That foundation has informed both her personal life and her civic work throughout her 15+ years as a Castle Rock resident.
Inger has served the Castle Rock community in multiple formal civic roles, including as Commission Chairperson for the Castle Rock Parks and Recreation Department, board member for the Castle Rock Parks and Trails Foundation, and as a current member of the Castle Rock Public Arts Commission. She also serves on the board of the Economic Development Council (EDC) of Castle Rock. Beyond civic appointments, she founded the Castle Rock Moms Social Group, a nonprofit with 4,500 members, and Castle Rock Hikes, a community group of 2,000 members, and has co-led WOW (Women of the Workforce), a professional women’s networking group, for five consecutive years.
Professionally, Inger is the Principal Broker and Owner of NextHome Aspire, a real estate brokerage serving Douglas County and the South Denver Metro area. In her first year of operation, the brokerage closed 100 transactions and was recognized by Castle Rock Lifestyle Magazine as one of its Top 4 Women of Influence. She leads a team of 15 agents with a philosophy rooted in people-first service and community investment.
Submission Process:
1. Once the Call for Entry has opened, use the form below, submit at least 1 and up to 3 pieces for consideration. Include high-quality images of each work (JPEG or PNG format, 300 DPI resolution, no more than 2MB per image).
2. Include all requested information, including your name, the title(s) of your work, dimensions, price, and how one may purchase your work.
3. Submission Deadline:
All submissions must be received by 11:59 PM MST on March 22, 2026. Late submissions will not be considered.
4. Notification of Acceptance:
Artists will be notified of acceptance by April 3, 2026.
5. Delivery of Artwork:
Accepted work must be hand delivered to Cantril School at 312 Cantril St. Castle Rock, Colorado 80104 between April 6 – 7, 2026. Instructions for drop-off will be provided upon acceptance. We do not currently have the ability to accept shipped artwork, so all pieces must be hand delivered.
6. Pickup of Artwork:
All work must be picked up between July 12 – July 15. No early pickups will be allowed.
Additional Information:
– All submitted works must be original and created by the artist.
– Tri Arts Project and the Town of Castle Rock are not responsible for insuring artwork during the exhibition. Artists are encouraged to insure their own work if necessary.
– By submitting your work, you agree to allow Tri Arts Project to use images of your work for promotional purposes related to the exhibition.
For any questions, feel free to contact us at Exhibition@triartsproject.org. We appreciate your submission and supporting the arts in our community!
Call for Entry is Open.