The City of Merriam is seeking applications for its Tim Murphy Art Gallery Call for Artists Grant.
Donor Name: City of Merriam
State: Kansas
City: Merriam
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 07/30/2025
Size of the Grant: Not Available
Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned
Details:
Gallery space features monthly exhibits by local and regional artists. All exhibits are free to the public. Artists will have originals and prints for sale to the public. Each year, artists are encouraged to submit an application for the opportunity to showcase their work at the gallery. If applicants desire to exhibit with another applicant, they can request a joint show but it is not guaranteed that applicants will be placed together.
Eligibility Criteria
- Each artist must submit their own application.
- Must be able to display 16 – 25 works.
- You may request to exhibit with another artist. Placement is not guaranteed.
- Selected artists must not have exhibited in a monthly show in any medium within the past 2 years at the Tim Murphy Art Gallery.
- Applications are reviewed by a committee.
- Notification will be sent no later than the week after Labor Day.
Gallery Policies
Accepted artists must follow these guidelines:
- All exhibited 2D works must be matted and framed unless wrap around canvas technique is utilized.
- Accepted artist must sign gallery agreement.
- 90% of displayed artwork must be for sale.
- Gallery commission is 30% of sales.
- 3-D mediums displayed on pedestals.
- Insurance is the responsibility of the artist.
For more information, visit City of Merriam.
