CALL FOR ART: WE THE PEOPLE

We live in a moment of deep contrasts. Across the country, emotions run high, perspectives collide, and many feel their voices are overlooked or unheard. This show seeks to open a space where artists can respond freely to this moment, without fear of backlash, censorship, or judgment. This exhibition invites work that speaks authentically to your experience of America today. We welcome all viewpoints, from hope to critique, unity to division, celebration to challenge.

Eligibility & Mediums

• Open to artists over 18 of all backgrounds, regardless of experience level.

• All mediums and disciplines are eligible.

• Works must be original and ready for display or presentation.

• All works must be for sale if visual art.

Exhibition Format

• To foster honesty and safety of expression, works will be exhibited without individual artist names attached unless requested.

• A complete list of participating artists will be displayed as a group.

• Artists may choose to “opt in” for name disclosure upon request of the viewer.

• If a piece is purchased, the artist’s name will be shared with the buyer.

Theme

We the People is not about presenting one story; it is about allowing many. In this exhibition, we invite you to share your truth, your perspective, and your imagination. Express yourself with full autonomy.

Submission Guidelines

- Submit up to 3 works for consideration. Entry fee - $10 each entry.

- Include dimensions, medium, and a short description for each piece.

- A statement is required.

- Out-of-town artists must provide shipping costs to and from Liggett Studio.

Important Dates

- Submission Deadline: May 1, 2026

- Notification of Acceptance: May 15, 2026

- Drop off: June 9, 1-3 pm

- Pickup: July 3, 1-3 pm

- Exhibit Opens: June 12, 5-8 pm, 2026

- Exhibit Closing: July 2, 5-8 pm, 2026

JUROR BIO:

Autumn Savage, MBA with degrees in both Fine Arts and Psychology, is a multimedia and assemblage artist and curator whose work is steeped in symbolism. With degrees in Fine Arts and Psychology, she approaches both creation and curation as acts of inquiry that honor each individual’s unique perspective and expression.

Her long exhibition history and community involvement, including service on the board of the Tulsa Girls Art School, reflect a deep commitment to art’s power as dialogue and disruption.

In this politically charged exhibition, which welcomes anonymous contributions to encourage unfiltered expression, Savage stands as a vigilant steward of free speech and a defender of the American ideals that make such expression possible. The works gathered here may compare the past, evaluate the present, or look toward the future. All viewpoints welcome.