Call for Artists:  

The Chilliwack Cultural Centre invites local emerging and early career artists to submit artworks to be displayed in the Canadian Tire Lobby’s balcony gallery, in conjunction with our curated shows. The first two exhibitions will run concurrent with the Chilliwack Cultural Centre’s presentations of The Four Seasons and Vividus. To accompany these two shows we are looking for artworks which explore related themes including but not limited to nature, changing of seasons, the vitality of life, rhythm, form, and movement. Exhibitions will run January/February and March/April 2026. 

Artworks must be two-dimension or low profile three-dimensional (no more that 3 inches thick), and be equipped with D-rings or hanging wire on the back. Artists are responsible for framing and the delivery of their own work. BIPOC, LGBTQIA2+, and artists with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.   

 

Applications will be accessed based on  

  • Artistic merit  
  • Artist statement and connection to curated shows 
  • Experience  
  • Installation requirements  
  • Regional connection 

 

Artists will be notified by December 20, 2025.  

Artists will receive a $200 artist fee in addition to 85% of all sales made during the exhibition. The Chilliwack Cultural Centre takes 15% of all artwork sales.  

 

Application Materials  

  • Bio (150) max outlining your artistic experience and education.  
  • Artist Statement (300 max) outlining the themes, concepts and processes used in the work.  
  • 6-9 images of proposed work in JPG, PNG, or PDF format. 
  • Image list PDF containing title, year, size, medium, and price (if for sale), for each proposed artwork.  

 

How to Submit 

Preferred submission method is through the online submission form. In commitment to accessible forms of application, audio and video submissions will also be accepted. Email audio or visual applications to [email protected].  

Submissions close November 30.  

Please email any questions to [email protected]