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title: "THE REVEAL: The Sublime Uncertainty of Almost Knowing"
description: Inaugural international print biennial at ShadowBoxX Gallery, Waukegan, Illinois, for original analog printmaking; up to 20 works, on view Nov 2026-Feb 2027.
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updatedAt: "2026-10-02"
programType: Exhibition
organization: ShadowBoxX Gallery
organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/shadowboxx-gallery
deadline: "2026-10-01"
entryFee: 20 USD
location: ShadowBoxX Gallery, Waukegan, IL, United States
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disciplines:
  - printmaking
  - intaglio
  - etching
  - engraving
  - drypoint
  - aquatint
  - mezzotint
  - linocut
  - woodcut
  - wood engraving
  - lithography
  - monotype
  - monoprint
  - collagraph
  - screenprinting
  - cyanotype
  - mixed media
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# THE REVEAL: The Sublime Uncertainty of Almost Knowing

**Hosted by:** ShadowBoxX Gallery

**Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** ShadowBoxX Gallery, Waukegan, IL, United States | **Deadline:** October 1, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $20

## About This Program

> "The moment of the reveal in printmaking — the sublime uncertainty of almost knowing how a print will turn out"

### Opportunity Summary

THE REVEAL: The Sublime Uncertainty of Almost Knowing is the inaugural International Print Biennial presented by ShadowBoxX Gallery and co-sponsored by the Waukegan Printmakers Association.

Printmakers worldwide are invited to submit original work created through traditional analog printmaking processes including intaglio, mezzotint, relief, lithography, monotype, collagraph, screenprint, cyanotype and related processes.

THE REVEAL celebrates that extraordinary moment familiar to every printmaker: the work is done, the outcome has been imagined, and yet the final result remains just beyond certainty.

Selected works will be exhibited at ShadowBoxX Gallery in Waukegan, Illinois, USA for approximately three months, from November 2026 through February 2027.

International participation is strongly encouraged.

### General Information

THE REVEAL is conceived as a recurring international exhibition presented every other year. Following the inaugural 2026 exhibition, THE REVEAL will return in 2028.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** printmaking, intaglio, etching, engraving, drypoint, aquatint, mezzotint, linocut, woodcut, wood engraving, lithography, monotype, monoprint, collagraph, screenprinting, cyanotype, mixed media, relief
- **Note:** Open to artists worldwide. Eligible work must be original artwork created by the submitting artist and must substantially utilize an analog printmaking process. Editioned prints, variable editions, monoprints, monotypes and other unique impressions produced through eligible processes may be submitted. Mixed-media and hybrid works are eligible when an analog printmaking process is a substantial and identifiable component of the finished artwork.

Digital technology used incidentally during the development of an artwork does not automatically disqualify the work; however, digital printing may not be the primary means by which the finished image is produced. Giclee prints, inkjet reproductions, commercial digital reproductions, photographic reproductions of paintings or drawings, primarily digitally generated prints and AI-generated imagery reproduced as prints are not eligible. All application materials should be submitted in English. Eligible applicant types: Artist. Submission limit: 1.

### Additional Requirements

Artists may submit a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 20 works for jury consideration. Submit one clear, jury-quality image for each artwork entered; images should accurately represent the actual work without unnecessary background or visual distraction. For each submitted work, complete the applicable CaFE portfolio information, including title, medium/process, dimensions, year completed, price/value and description.

Clearly identify the printmaking technique used for each work. There is no artwork size limitation. Accepted artwork must be professionally presented and ready for safe gallery installation upon arrival.

### Entry fee

$20 USD for 1 piece, submit up to 20 pieces at $5 per each additional image (a $5 charge applies to image 2 through 20). Entry fees are non-refundable. Media requirements: images min 1, max 20; no audio or video.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** August 26, 2026
- **Deadline:** October 1, 2026
- **Program Start:** November 21, 2026
- **Program End:** February 13, 2027

## Contact

**Email:** mev@manvshadow.com

**Phone:** 847-650-6819

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://artist.callforentry.org/agreetoterms.php?ID=18104