Call Description

Whimsy is a national juried exhibition that invites artists to explore the playful, the mysterious, and the magical through a variety of artistic mediums. 

As part of View’s Whimsy curatorial series, this exhibition continues our investigation into wonder, transformation, and storytelling.

While a variety of styles and subjects are welcome, emphasis will be placed on whimsical compositions that pair craftsmanship with a sense of lightness, curiosity, or imaginative flair. 

Eligibility & Media

• All subject matter welcome, provided it aligns with the theme of whimsy

• Both representational and abstract approaches are encouraged

• Works must be original, completed within the past 3 years, and not previously exhibited at View

Context & Vision

This exhibition is part of a larger three-part curatorial arc titled Whimsy at View Arts Center. Other branches of the series include Curious Constructs (folk and handcrafted art) and Whimsical Surrealism (explore the playful, peculiar side of surrealism). 

View continues its mission to support diverse artistic voices, champion traditional media in contemporary contexts, and invite audiences into immersive, thought-provoking experiences.

Application Requirements

HOW TO APPLY

Submit your application via CaFÉ by [10/31/2025]. Please include:

• Artist Statement (250 words max)

• Descriptions of submitted works

• High-resolution images or video links

• CV or short bio (optional but encouraged)

Calendar

Jurying: Nov 3-4, 2025

Selection Notification: Nov 5, 2025 (via email/CaFÉ)
Follow all entry instructions on CaFÉ.

Eligibility Criteria

Who may apply: U.S. residents, 18+ (individuals or collaborative teams; list all collaborators).

Original work only: Created by the submitting artist.

Medium requirement: Open to all mediums.

Theme fit: Works should align with the exhibition’s spirit of whimsy—playful, curious, imaginative, or lightly surreal—while remaining suitable for a public, family-friendly venue.

Presentation: Artwork must be exhibition-ready: wired for hanging (no sawtooth hangers). Label the back with artist name, title, medium, and price/NFS.

Condition on arrival: View reserves the right to decline any work that is misrepresented in images, arrives damaged, sheds pigment, or is not professionally presented.

Permissions: By applying, artists grant View the right to use submitted images for jurying, web/social promotion, and press for this exhibition only, with credit.

Sales & insurance: Standard gallery policies apply; full details in the prospectus upon acceptance.