Art Center Waco invites emerging and established artists across the state of Texas, over the age of 18, to submit original works for its inaugural Annual Art for All juried exhibition—marking the beginning of a new annual tradition

Exhibition Focus: Rooted in Art Center Waco’s mission that Art is for Everyone, Annual Art for All celebrates the breadth of artistic practice across all media. This exhibition seeks to establish an enduring platform for artists to share their work and for the community to engage with the evolving landscape of contemporary art

Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 11:59 pm CST

Exhibit dates: 7/1/2026 – 8/22/2026

Prospectus
Art Center Waco (ACW) proudly invites emerging and established artists across the State of Texas to submit original works for our inaugural Annual Art for All juried exhibition.

Guided by ACW’s mission that Art is for Everyone, this open call celebrates the breadth of artistic expression and the many perspectives shaping creative practice today. We welcome submissions from artists 18 years and older, working across all mediums.

Proceeds from sales directly support both the participating artists and Art Center Waco’s exhibitions, education programs, and community initiatives, helping ensure continued access to the arts for all.

Important Timeline Dates

Submission Deadline: Sunday, June 7, 11:59 pm CST
Notification of Acceptance: On or before Thursday, June 11th, 2026, by the close of business.

All chosen artwork must be delivered onsite at Art Center Waco, between Tuesday, June 16th - June 26th, 2026, by the end of business hours (5 pm). Any artwork that does not meet that deadline will not be included in the exhibit. Artists are responsible for either dropping off or shipping artwork to Art Center Waco by this date.

Shipping Instructions
Please ship to the address below.

Art Center Waco
“Annual Art For All “
701 S. 8th Street
Waco, TX 76706

Handling Fees
A $15 handling fee will be required for each box/crate shipped, payable to Art Center Waco. Artists whose work is accepted and requires shipping will be billed separately via email.

In-person drop-off
Artwork will be accepted onsite for drop off Tuesday, June 16th - June 26th, 2026, during gallery hours (Tuesday - Friday 11 am to 5 pm, Saturdays 10 am to 2 pm, Closed Mondays and Sundays). Call for special drop-off arrangements needed outside of these hours.

Liability
Legal Agreement & Participant’s Waiver: Submission of work automatically waives any claim for damage or loss against ACW, including the officers, members, and employees, unless the damage or loss is the result of the gross negligence of ACW. ACW will exercise reasonable care in handling all entries, but will not assume any liability for loss or damage while in ACW’s possession. Work should be independently insured by the artist.

Usage Rights
The artist retains all copyright interests or claims that they have in their art. By submitting images, you give ACW the right to use and reproduce the images to market and document the exhibition, and to enable the image to be part of an online exhibition.

Artist’s recognition is provided with any use. ACW reserves the right to adjust any deadline(s) as the result of causes beyond its immediate control. Payment of the submission fee indicates acknowledgment of all terms and conditions.

Artwork Pickup
Participating artists who delivered their art in person will pick it up at the Art Center Waco no later than Saturday, August 29th, 2026, during business hours (Sat 10am-2pm)

Works not picked up or collected after 15 days from Saturday, August 29th, 2026,, may be deemed abandoned; ACW may donate or dispose of abandoned works at its discretion.

Return of Shipped Artwork
Those who shipped their artwork will make arrangements to have it shipped back with the packaging that it came in. The artist is responsible for the cost and arrangement of shipping. The artist is solely responsible for any time, materials, storage, shipment, or other charges that may arise from inadequate packaging, or delayed or redirected shipments. All artwork must be shipped out by August 29th, 2026.

For questions, email bella@artcenterwaco.org

Application Requirements
Requirements for Submission

Artist bio up to 200 words
Artist Statement up to 400 words, related to this work
May submit up to three (3) pieces of artwork
No minimum size for each artwork, Maximum size up to 72” in any direction
Wall works can’t exceed 60lbs
Retail price (ACW commission = 30%, artist keeps 70%)
Submission Fees
$25

Size Limit
Maximum size up to 72” wide, 72” high, and 72” deep (for 3D works) or less, including the frame. No Minimum size. Pedestals are not available for large-scale works. If your artwork requires a pedestal for elevated viewing, please provide one. Canvas artworks do not need to be framed, it does require hanging wire on the back.

Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility
Emerging and established visual artists working in all visual media, living in the state of Texas, over the age of 18.


Include the following in your submission

Name
Date of Birth
Address
Email
Phone Number
Artist website
Instagram
Artwork Guidelines

All 2D and 3D media are eligible. Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Photography, Mixed Media, and Ceramic Fine Art are welcome, no digital prints.
Artwork must have been created in the past 5 years.
Artworks previously exhibited with ACW are not eligible.
All work must be original. Work found to be copied from copyrighted work will not be included. No reproductions of original works” (e.g., giclée prints of paintings), while photographic prints are allowed.
All work must be exhibition-ready to install.
Acceptable hardware:
Securely attached D-rings and braided picture wire (preferred method).
French cleats may be used for heavy or large works; if used, the artist must provide both the wall and artwork sides of the cleat with clear installation instructions.
Works on panel may include fixed cleats, provided the system is level and stable.
Not accepted:
No sawtooth hangers, clip frames, or keyhole slots (they cannot be used on ACW’s gallery walls).
No loose eye hooks, nails, or hanging cords that are not professionally secured.
No adhesives, velcro, or command strips.
Works on paper, photography, and collage on paper must be framed and ready to hang.
Work that does not adhere to the guidelines, or is deemed not to be a faithful representation of the image submitted, will not be exhibited.

All 2D works must be framed and exhibition ready to install and wall works can’t exceed 60lbs.