Exhibition Theme
Memory is more than just a recollection; it is the foundation of identity and expression. The Shape of Memory focuses on sharing the artists' stories by using color, light, and distortion. The show aims to translate subjective life experiences and how memory has affected them expressively over time. Indiana University Kokomo Art Gallery invites artists to submit works that integrate their own interpretation of memories and what they mean to their world.
Eligibility
This juried exhibition is open to all artists over the age of 18, who reside in the United States.
- All work must be original and completed within the last two years.
- All work must be accurately represented in the submitted digital images and submitted in JPEG file format (exceptions apply for video and audio files).
- Works created by Artificial Intelligence (AI) are not eligible.
- Artist must pay the entry fee invoice to complete their submission. Unpaid submission fees are not eligible to be reviewed by the jury, and therefore will not be considered for inclusion in the exhibition.
- Artworks must arrive ready to hang.
Artworks not meeting all eligibility criteria will not be exhibited.
Entry Fee
A $25 fee is required. Artists will receive an invoice via email (from gallery2@iu.edu), to pay their entry fee online. The email is not automated, therefore artists can expect gallery staff to send this to them approximately 3-5 business days after the entry is received on CaFÉ. Gallery staff will change the status of each entry to show as "Incomplete" while the entry fee payment is pending. After the gallery has confirmation that the entry fee has been paid, we will update your status to "Reviewed" until it is time for the jury process to begin. Artists who have not paid the entry fee by the required deadline will not be eligible for the exhibition and forfeit their right to be included in the jury process.
Entry Images
Artworks will be chosen from the images (or videos) that are submitted by the deadline. Image files must be in JPEG format and may not exceed 5MB (exceptions apply for video and audio files). For 3D works only, artists may send up to 2 additional detail images of each 3D piece to gallery2@iu.edu. The gallery reserves the right to reproduce images of works that are accepted into the show for promotional purposes and for documentation of the exhibition.
Size, Presentation & Hanging
Professional presentation of each piece is required for display in the IU Kokomo Art Gallery. Videos, 2D and 3D work are all eligible.
- Our gallery walls can only accommodate 2D pieces up to 9.5 feet tall, with widths up to 9 feet through doorways. Two long walls can accommodate pieces up to 25 feet.
- 2D works must be ready to hang with a secure hanging wire on the back, framed, gallery wrapped, or with presentably finished edges (no sawtooth hangers).
- 3D works must be ready to display on a standard pedestal; any custom display equipment must be provided by the artist.
- Videos will be displayed on a large flatscreen TV.
Delivery & Pick-up
Delivery and pick-up of artwork will be the responsibility of the artist, either by personal drop-off/pick-up during gallery hours or by shipping directly to the gallery with a prepaid return shipping label inside. Artworks shipped without a return label or not picked up within 30 days after the show will become the property of the gallery.
Important Dates
- Entries due: 04/2/2027
- Notifications: 04/26/2027
- Artwork Received: 05/18-21/2027
- Exhibition Dates: 06/01/2027 - 07/07/2027
- Closing Reception: 07/07/27 from 4-6 pm
- Artwork Pick-up: 07/8/2027 & 7/12-15/2027
Gallery Info
The IU Kokomo Art Gallery is located on the Indiana University Kokomo campus. The gallery displays artwork by students, faculty, alumni as well as local, regional and national artists.