Hillyer Call for Proposals 2027
Submit a proposal for a solo or curated exhibition at Hillyer's contemporary art space between January and December 2027, including artist profile, proposal statement, exhibition description, biography, and support materials (up to 6 images, up to 3 videos, and a two-page document).
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Get matched →- Deadline
- deadline unknown, verify at source
- Entry fee
- Not listed - check the source
- Award
- $450
- Location
- Hillyer's contemporary art space
- Exhibition window
- Jan 1, 2027 → Dec 31, 2027
About
Overview
Hillyer is accepting proposals for solo and curated exhibitions at its contemporary art space between January and December 2027. Proposals are open to local, regional, national, and international artists. Through a competitive selection process, 15 to 25 emerging and accomplished artists and curators will be chosen.
What You'll Receive if Selected
- One of Hillyer's three gallery spaces
- $450 stipend
- Exhibition opening and reception
- Assistance with installations
- Assistance with labels and didactics
- Marketing and press releases
- Public programs
- Digital content and online publicity
- Mentoring from one of Hillyer's Advisory Committee members
Submission Requirements
All proposals are submitted through an online form organized into five sections: Profile Information (name, contact, artist status), Proposal Statement, Exhibition description, Biography, and Support Materials. You must confirm your commitment to the exhibition calendar and provide engagement program descriptions.
Media & Support Materials
Submit a link to a shared Google Drive folder containing up to 6 JPEG images, up to 3 videos (as direct URLs or anchor tags), and one two-page document (or alternative web page). Images should represent individual works and can include installation views, diagrams, etc. The document can include artwork descriptions, additional images, floor plans, or diagrams but should not exceed two pages.
Selection Process
All proposals meeting Hillyer's criteria will be reviewed by Hillyer's Advisory Committee, composed of established artists, curators, and arts professionals and chaired by director Tim Brown. The competitive selection process takes place over a 4–5 week period.
Online Information Sessions
- Thursday, July 23, 6 p.m.
- Monday, August 10, 6:30 p.m.
Exhibition Details
- Exhibition: October 10 – November 29, 2026
- Meet the Artists Reception: 7:00-9:00 pm, Saturday, October 10
- Location: Falls Church Arts Gallery and online
- Juror: Vian Borchert
Entry Deadline
- Midnight, Sunday, September 13
- Award
- One of Hillyer's three gallery spaces, $450 stipend, exhibition opening and reception, installation assistance, label and didactics assistance, marketing and press releases, public programs, digital content and online publicity, and mentoring from an Advisory Committee member.
- Theme
- The call seeks proposals for solo and curated exhibitions celebrating the expressive possibilities of water-based media, including watercolor, gouache, acrylic, tempera, inks, dyes, water-based pencil, water-based crayon, and water-miscible oils.
- Eligibility
- Open to local, regional, national, and international artists.
- Audience
- Local, regional, national, and international artists
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.