Arts News
Firefly Center Call for Art: Imperfections
The Firefly Center is calling for submissions for a gallery exhibit, themed Imperfections.
We all have that piece… the one that didn't turn out the way we pictured it. The color that bled wrong, the line that wandered, the ending you weren't sure landed. Maybe you never showed it. Maybe you almost threw it out. Maybe it’s still unfinished.
Art doesn't have to be resolved to be worth sharing. Sometimes the thing we're least satisfied with is the thing that others see beauty in. They are looking for work, in any medium, that you either made peace with, or haven’t made peace with at all.
Submit photos, paintings, drawings, sculpture, digital art, mixed media — any medium welcome. All skill levels, all ages, all backgrounds.
Submission deadline: October 16th, 2026
Gallery dates: November 1 - January 31, 2026
Questions? Heidi@FireflyCenter.org or 218.209.2002
More info and to submit visit their website at https://www.fireflycenter.org/updates/call-for-art-imperfections?fbclid=IwY2xjawUeN01wZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVdDZ01tVFJZMXpBejNrQ0ZzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeA36qmjWZUmLhpTg7nc5oXO10j5Pcneb0hwwmKkRmomLl6vkWfd5AVwebEMY_aem_wSx4uzE_I7GEgUFalSpfNA
Call for Folk Art! Submissions Due by August 21
The Northwest Minnesota Arts Council (NWMAC) is pleased to announce a Call for Art for an upcoming folk art exhibition.
We are accepting folk art entries in a variety of mediums and materials including textiles, ceramics, painting, sculpture, woodworking, calligraphy, music, dance, metal, paper, and more. Not all art will be accepted -- only those deemed to be folk art.
Here is a video that explains folk art https://youtu.be/PpNvx-5tz2M?si=al3gp1Ou6YTxAz_m
What is folk art?
Folk art reflects culture, history, and daily life
Cultural Representation. It embodies the history, heritage, traditions, or identity of a community, region, or country.
Utilitarian & Decorative. Pieces are typically created by self-trained artists for everyday use or community performance..
Generational Techniques. Folk art is created with skills and traditional designs that are passed down orally and practically.
Examples include duck decoy wood carving, bead work on Native American clothing or jewelry, painting such as rosemaling, music such as mariachi and polka, storytelling of community lore, and Fraktur calligraphy writing.
Performing artists can submit pictures of themselves or group in their traditional costumes or holding their instrument. Historical festivals may want to submit pictures of folk-art taking place at their festival. Folk music, dance, and theater entries can be enhanced with instructions/QR codes that help visitors hear your audio and/or watch your video online. (we can assist with this)
Submissions due by Friday, August 21
Submit (what, photos, size, price, comments) by Friday, August 21 to treyeverettcreates@gmail.com. You will drop off your art at our gallery in Thief River Falls August 31, September 1, or September 2. The exhibit will open September 3 until the end of November at our NWMAC gallery at Northland Community and Technical College in Thief River Falls. This exhibit will mainly feature the artists and art of our service area in Northwest Minnesota. Questions? Email Trey at treveverettcreates@gmail.com.
For more information about this upcoming exhibit visit our website at NWArtsCouncil.org. Please sign up for our e-newsletter on our website home page to see the latest news and grant announcements. Email director@NWArtsCouncil.org or call 218-745-8886, ext 1 to reach our office during regular business hours.