Sweetwater’s gallery is located on the mezzanine level of Sweetwater’s Community Room with wood floors and natural lighting. The gallery has about 85 feet of wall space and has a height limitation of 7.5 feet on 2D work. Sweetwater retains 40% of gallery sales and holds the artist responsible for transport/shipment of artwork. All submission fees are non-refundable. Sweetwater’s gallery is currently not wheelchair accessible.
Crafted in the Valley: Contemporary Voices in Appalachia
April 9 - May 22
Opening reception: Thursday, April 9, 6-8 p.m.
Apply by: March 8
Artist notification: March 13
Work drop-off: March 27
A call for entry, Crafted in the Valley highlights contemporary voices across media that illuminate the culture, traditions, and lived experiences of Appalachia.
This exhibition seeks artists who explore and reflect the diverse experiences, culture, and spirit of Appalachian life, and to showcase tradition, roots, those shaped by change, and those redefining what Appalachia means today.
Eligibility:
Open to all media
Open to local, regional, & national artists
Artists 18+
Artists may submit 1-5 works
*Gallery receives 40% commission on any sales, with the remaining 60% going to the artist.
*Artists are responsible for all shipping and return shipping expenses. If mailing, a return shipping label must be included.
*All artwork must be gallery ready, framed and ready to hang or display.
$5 application fee, paper applications available on request.
Solo Exhibition
July 30 - September 11
Opening reception: Thursday, July 30, 6-8 p.m.
Apply by: May 1, 2026
Artist notification: May 15
Work drop-off: July 20
Sweetwater Center for the Arts invites applications from local, regional, and national artists for a solo exhibition in the Mezzanine Gallery. This opportunity is open to artists working in all media. The gallery accommodates both two- and three-dimensional work and is well suited for cohesive bodies of work that engage viewers in an intimate gallery setting.
The Mezzanine Gallery is a balcony-style exhibition space featuring:
- Three wall sections measuring approximately 24 ft, 46 ft, and 9 ft
- A professional hanging system for two-dimensional work
- Pedestals available for three-dimensional artwork
- Track lighting with daylight-balanced bulbs
Eligibility:
Open to all media
Open to local, regional, & national artists
Artists 18+
*Artist must attend opening reception and present a brief 7-10 minute artist talk. At least 50% of exhibited works must be available for purchase.
*Gallery receives 40% commission on any sales, with the remaining 60% going to the artist.
*Artists are responsible for all shipping and return shipping expenses. If mailing, a return shipping label must be included.
*All artwork must be gallery ready, framed and ready to hang or display.
$5 application fee, paper applications available on request.