--- title: SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR! description: Open call for original 2D/3D art for a juried exhibition at PARC Art Gallery, Plymouth, MI, curated by Élevé Art Gallery. url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/8f74070c-4e1b-4f99-a008-a03909d34d78 type: program status: open createdAt: "2026-10-16" updatedAt: "2026-10-16" programType: Exhibition organization: PARC Art Gallery organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/parc-art-gallery deadline: "2026-10-25" entryFee: 35 USD location: PARC - Plymouth Arts & Recreation Complex Art Gallery, Plymouth, MI, United States isOnline: false compensationRange: No stipend or fee is offered; artists sell their work on a 50/50 commission split with Élevé Art Gallery. --- # SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR! **Hosted by:** PARC Art Gallery **Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** PARC - Plymouth Arts & Recreation Complex Art Gallery, Plymouth, MI, United States | **Deadline:** October 25, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $35 ## About This Program SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR! is an open call for original 2D and 3D art for an exhibition hosted by PARC - Plymouth Arts & Recreation Complex Art Gallery. It's the most wonderful time of the year and we're ready to celebrate! SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR! is an invitation to bring out the bold, joyful, colorful, sparkly, playful, unexpected, and downright fabulous. We're looking for artwork that makes people smile, surprises them, catches their eye, or simply makes them want to stop and look a little longer. Think color, sparkle, celebration, winter, lights, parties, nostalgia, humor, joy, glamour, wonder, or a little bit of over-the-top fabulousness. Your interpretation can be subtle or exuberant, sophisticated or silly, familiar or completely unexpected. If it feels festive, joyful, fabulous, magical, or just plain spectacular, we want to see it! Submitted artwork will be reviewed and curated for inclusion by Élevé Art Gallery. For more information, please visit the Artist Information section on the PARC Art Gallery website. PARC Art Gallery is directed and curated by Élevé Art Gallery. Except for holiday hours, the PARC Art Gallery is open to the public 7 days a week from 10 am to 8 pm. ### Submission Details - Number of pieces: 1 - 3 - Only one entry per artist - Maximum file size: 50MB per image - Accepted file types: JPG, PNG ### Eligibility Participation is open to all artists ages 18+ who live or work in Michigan. Artists outside of Michigan may be considered on a case-by-case basis, provided can be dropped off/picked up in person (*if shipping work is the only option, all associated costs must be paid by the artist). All artwork must be original and in its original form. Unless it is a fine art photograph, original digital illustration, etching or a relief print, no prints will be allowed. No AI art of any kind will be accepted. Works must have been independently completed (without instruction). ### Artwork Requirements PARC Art Gallery supports all expressions and mediums of art. Because our facility serves all ages, toddlers to adults, PARC Art Gallery has the discretion to decline submissions so that it can ensure a safe, family-friendly venue. **ALL ARTWORK:** - Artwork previously shown at PARC may not be entered again. - Must be an original work. - Must be offered for sale. - Work must be suitable for all ages. - Must be completely dry and finished. - NO AI ALLOWED - Dimensions submitted should be finished/framed dimensions. - Dimensions submitted should be: Width x Height x Depth **3D ARTWORK:** - Shall not exceed 100 lbs. - Maximum height is 40 inches. - All work must be freestanding. **2D ARTWORK:** - Unless it is a photograph, original digital illustration, etching or a relief print, no prints will be allowed. - Maximum weight is 40 lbs. - Maximum width is 60 inches. - Able to hang with a wire. (No plastic covered wires, clips or saw-tooth hangers). - Professionally finished with frame and/or have finished/painted edges. - Nails and staples should not be visible on unframed works. - Labeled on the back with artwork name and your name/contact information. **Images:** - SUBMIT A CRISP, HI RES PHOTO (If you don't submit a crisp, hi-res photo, you won't be selected) - Tightly crop the photos so only your artwork shows. - Max of 1200 dpi on longest side. - Include your last name and the artwork title as the image name. - Photos should be taken straight on, no side or angle shots. - When uploading files, do not click 'SUBMIT' until ALL images are uploaded. **ORIGINAL ARTWORK:** Artwork must be an original, artist-created work rather than a reproduction of an existing artwork. Original works may include painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, mixed media and original digital illustration. **DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION:** Original digital illustrations are permitted when the digital file itself is the artist's original creative work. Because digital illustrations are typically produced and exhibited as physical prints, these may be professionally printed and presented as finished artwork. Generative AI artwork of any kind is not permitted. **REPRODUCTIONS / PRINTS:** Giclée prints, fine-art prints, posters, or other reproductions of an existing painting, drawing, photograph or other artwork are not considered original artwork and are not eligible for exhibition. If prints of an original work exhibited are available for sale, that availability may be notated on the label. ### Deadlines - Deadline for online submissions: October 25, 2026 - Notification of acceptance: October 27, 2026 - Artwork drop off: November 3, 2026, from 10am to 12pm - Show opens: November 9, 2026 - Art Reception: November 19, 2026 - Show ends: January 4, 2027 - Art pick-up: January 5, 2027 from 3pm to 6pm *all dates and times subject to change* ### Entry Fee - $35 non-refundable fee, you may submit up to three images. All entry fees are processed through Square. - The show is curated by Élevé Art Gallery. All of your work may or may not be displayed at the discretion of the curator. ### Sales All sales will be handled by Élevé Art Gallery. Élevé Art Gallery's commission for sales is 50%. If a work sells, the buyer may not take the piece until the show is over. On a case-by-case basis, a buyer may be able to take a purchased piece prior to the end of an exhibition, if the artist is able to replace the sold work with another piece, as determined and coordinated by Élevé Art Gallery. PARC will provide title cards for your art, which will include all your artworks information. All artists must provide the following information for each piece: Artist's Name, Artwork Title, Medium, Dimensions (width x height x depth) and Price. All prices submitted should be the sale price with the 50/50 commission split in mind. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Geographic Eligibility:** Regional - **Disciplines:** All disciplines - **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old - **Note:** Participation is open to all artists ages 18+ who live or work in Michigan. Artists outside of Michigan may be considered on a case-by-case basis, provided can be dropped off/picked up in person (if shipping work is the only option, all associated costs must be paid by the artist). All artwork must be original and in its original form. Unless it is a fine art photograph, original digital illustration, etching or a relief print, no prints will be allowed. No AI art of any kind will be accepted. Works must have been independently completed (without instruction). ### Additional Requirements - 1 - 3 pieces per artist - Only one entry per artist - Maximum file size: 50MB per image - Accepted file types: JPG, PNG ## Compensation & Benefits No stipend or fee is offered; artists sell their work on a 50/50 commission split with Élevé Art Gallery. ## Timeline - **Opens:** October 16, 2026 - **Deadline:** October 25, 2026 - **Program Start:** November 9, 2026 - **Program End:** January 4, 2027 ## Contact **Email:** parcartgallery@gmail.com ## How to Apply Apply at: https://app.entrythingy.com/plymouthparc/spectacular-spectacular/