--- title: Explorations - How We See Things description: >- Juried 2027 winter exhibit at Norris Gallery (St. Charles, IL); up to 3 original 2D/3D works, $35 entry fee, artist keeps 70% of sales. url: 'https://www.artsume.com/programs/c9ad8683-3479-4ff5-8c99-857fb6341189' type: program status: open createdAt: '2026-09-05' updatedAt: '2026-10-11' programType: Exhibition organization: The Dellora A. Norris Cultural Arts Center organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/dellora-a-norris-cultural-arts-center' deadline: '2026-11-16' entryFee: 35 USD location: 'Norris Gallery, St. Charles, IL, United States' isOnline: false compensationRange: >- Monetary and honorable mention awards presented at the artists' reception; accepted work is for sale with the artist receiving 70% of the sale price. --- # Explorations - How We See Things **Hosted by:** The Dellora A. Norris Cultural Arts Center **Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** Norris Gallery, St. Charles, IL, United States | **Deadline:** November 16, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $35 ## About This Program Artists are invited to submit up to 3 original artwork in any 2D or 3D medium or art process for "Explorations - How We See Things", the 2027 Norris Gallery juried winter exhibit. Entries should reflect what engages the artist and inspires their exploration of subject matter art processes, media and/or point of view. Work must follow the show requirements listed below and posted on the Norris website to be considered for the exhibit. Reproductions, giclees or entries previously exhibited in the Galleries are not eligible. Entries are submitted on Entrythingy.com. Artists may submit up to three (3) ORIGINAL pieces of artwork. The $35.00 entry fee is non-refundable. Entries must be submitted by Monday, November 16 and satisfy the "Explorations - How We See Things" exhibit requirements posted on the Norris website. ### Submission Details - Number of pieces: 1 - 3 - Maximum entries per artist: 3 - Maximum file size: 50MB per image - Accepted file types: JPG ### Key Dates and Terms - All work must be FOR SALE. Artist will receive 70% of the sale price of their purchased work - Entry deadline: Monday, November 16, 2026 - A non-refundable entry fee of $35.00 is charged to each artist - Artist may enter up to 3 pieces for one fee - Artists are responsible for insuring their own work - ORIGINAL WORK ONLY-no reproductions or giclees. Imagery must be appropriate for all audiences - Artists will be notified of the status of their entries by Friday, December 11 - Drop off date for accepted work: Monday, January 4, 2027 (noon-4pm) - All work must be delivered in person by the artist or their representative. Work cannot be shipped. Work must be easily moved and handled by the gallery staff. - Provisionally accepted work that does not meet exhibit requirements when delivered will not be included in exhibit - 'Explorations - How We See Things' show dates: January 9 - February 14, 2027 - All work remains on display in the gallery for the duration of the exhibit - Public reception for artists: Tentative Date January 17th. Date to be confirmed - Pick up day for show work: Monday February 15 (12 am - 2 pm) - Norris Cultural Arts Center is located at 1040 Dunham Rd., St. Charles 60174 on the campus of St. Charles East - High School. The phone number is 630-584-7200. Call to leave a message - Staff will return call as soon as possible. ### Eligible Media Work is open to all 2D and 3D media and content. ### Work Requirements All work submitted for consideration must be ORIGINAL in execution and content. No reproductions or giclee are allowed. - All work MUST be for sale. Norris Galleries will collect 30% commission on sold work. - Work may be posted on the Norris Galleries website, as well as in the gallery. - All work must be new to the Norris (never exhibited in the gallery). - Accepted work must be prepared in accordance with gallery guidelines. - Directions will be sent to accepted artists concerning preparation of accepted work. Work must accommodate the Walker hanging system used in the gallery. - Open to all 2D and 3D media that fits within these size and dimensional limits: **2D WORK:** - maximum weight including framing is 40 pounds - 2D artwork must be framed and have wire securely attached to the back of the glass display case - 2D work will be hung on the gallery walls or displayed in a locked glass display case - 2D artwork cannot exceed 3'x 3' for a single framed piece or the equivalent total inches **3D WORK:** - Maximum weight of artwork is 20 pounds - Smaller 3D work must fit in locked glass display case, and not exceed height of 20 inches, width is 18 inches, depth is 12 inches. - Medium sized 3D work (larger than case limits) may be displayed on pedestals in the gallery. A limited number of pedestals are available or artist can supply their own pedestals. - Larger 3D must be freestanding and be able to be displayed on the gallery floor. All larger work must fit thru the Center's door and be easily moved by gallery volunteers. Content - Work must be suitable for viewing by all audiences. - For work requiring special display accommodations (such as jewelry stands or diptychs), artist must provide appropriate materials and/or instructions. - All work must have an artist identification label attached to the work (directions will be sent to accepted artists). - The Norris reserves the right to refuse to exhibit any work that does not follow gallery requirements. All work accepted for the gallery must be suitable for viewing by all audiences. NCAC reserves the sole right to make final show decisions. - Artists are responsible for providing insurance for their work. - A non-refundable entry fee of $35.00 will be charged to each artist. - An artist may submit up to 3 works for consideration. - Monetary and honorable mention awards will be presented during the artists' reception. - All exhibited work must remain on display for the duration of the show and cannot be picked up prior to the scheduled pick-up date. Artwork substitutions are not allowed for the show. - Work must be picked up by the artist or by a representative designated by the artist. Work not picked up after seven days of the closing of the show will become property of the Norris Cultural Arts Center. - Artists are encouraged to submit a resume or biography. - NCAC reserves the right to photograph all exhibited work for use in catalogues, NCAC website, and for educational, publicity and promotional purposes. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Geographic Eligibility:** International - **Disciplines:** All disciplines - **Note:** Reobservations, giclees or entries previously exhibited in the Galleries are not eligible. All work submitted for consideration must be ORIGINAL in execution and content; no reproductions or giclee are allowed. All work must be new to the Norris and never exhibited in the gallery. Work must be suitable for viewing by all audiences. ### Additional Requirements - Up to 3 original artwork pieces (2D or 3D medium or art process) - Maximum file size: 50MB per image - Accepted file types: JPG - Non-refundable $35.00 entry fee - Artist encouraged to submit a resume or biography ## Compensation & Benefits Monetary and honorable mention awards presented at the artists' reception; accepted work is for sale with the artist receiving 70% of the sale price. **Includes:** Prize All work must be for sale. The artist receives 70% of the sale price of purchased work (Norris Galleries collects a 30% commission on sold work). Monetary and honorable mention awards will be presented during the artists' reception. ## Timeline - **Opens:** September 4, 2026 - **Deadline:** November 16, 2026 - **Program Start:** January 9, 2027 - **Program End:** February 14, 2027 ## Contact **Email:** businessoffice@norrisculturalarts.com **Phone:** 630-584-7200 ## How to Apply Apply at: https://norrisculturalarts.com/call-for-entries-mid-winter-exhibit-explorations/