2027 & 2028 CALL FOR ARTISTS
Center for the Arts | Dalton Gallery
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2026
The Arts Council of York County invites artists interested in presenting their work in the Dalton Gallery at the Center for the Arts to submit exhibition proposals for the 2027 & 2028 calendar years. The Dalton Gallery is a well-appointed, 1,800 square-foot professional gallery for the exhibition of experienced artists and community projects. Exhibitions are 1-2 months in length.
Works that sell while on exhibit at the Center for the Arts are subject to a 30% commission fee.
REQUIREMENTS
Submissions are handled through an online form. Artists wishing to be considered as a solo or group exhibition for one of the Arts Council’s 2027 or 2028 gallery exhibitions must submit the following:
EXHIBITION PROPOSAL | Describing themes, purpose, vision, and title proposal of the artist(s) in the presentation of the body of work
submitted for consideration. Artists may submit exhibition proposals as a group or individually.
ARTIST STATEMENT | Describing the techniques used in the creation of the work, as well as the ideas of concepts communicated
through the works submitted for exhibition.
Artist(s) must include a statement of clarification within their artist statement if the works submitted are not the works intended for exhibition. In this case, artists must submit examples of previous works, as well as a discussion of the techniques and concepts that will be utilized in the planned exhibition works.
ARTIST RESUME OR CURRICULUM VITAE | That includes name, contact information, short biography, list of past exhibitions, education, notable honors, awards, and publications.
10 to 12 HI-RES IMAGES | Representing work intended for exhibition. Images must be submitted as individual jpeg files (300 dpi jpegs); do not combine them in a PDF or Word document. Digital file names must be labeled as such: First Initial-Last Name-Inventory Number. An example for Kelly Smith is: K-Smith-1.jpg.
INVENTORY LIST | With titles, sizes, and mediums that are numbered to correspond with the file names of the images submitted
for consideration. Please download the Inventory Excel Template linked on the online form, fill it out, and upload it with your submission.
MARKETING RELEASE
Artists agree that any artwork submitted and/or on display may be used for marketing and promotional purposes directly related to the Arts Council.
FEE AND PAYMENT
The $20 submission fee can be paid by cash, check, or credit card. The fee is waived for those with an active ACYC Artist Membership.
Please call or email Annie Heisel to verify the status of your membership.
In Person | Center for the Arts, 121 E. Main St., Rock Hill, SC
Credit card, cash, and checks
By Mail | Arts Council of York County
PO Box 2797, Rock Hill, SC 29732
Checks only
By Phone | (803) 328-2787
Credit card only
Online | Click Pay Fee Now button below
Credit card only
SUBMISSION METHODS
Incomplete proposals and proposals that do not adhere to the Arts Council’s submission guidelines will not be considered.
Submissions are only accepted online at yorkcountyarts.org/2027-2028artistsapplication
An online submission form must be completed for each proposal.
Images are to be submitted through the online submission form.
FAQ
If selected, how long will the exhibition be on view?
Exhibits typically run 4-6 weeks.
Can I submit a group proposal?
Yes, solo and group exhibitions will be accepted for review. Please make sure to include images of the work that will be included in the exhibit or examples of the general type of work. If the images of work will not be included in the show, please make sure to indicate that on the inventory list and in the proposal.
What are the dimensions of the Dalton Gallery and how many artworks fit?
The number of pieces that can be shown in the gallery depends on the size of the work. Past shows have ranged from 7- 40+ pieces. The Dalton Gallery is roughly 45' x 15' x 13' and is composed of two open rooms. The gallery layout and images will be provided upon request.
Are there restrictions on the medium?
No. Any medium is welcome for submission including but not limited to painting, sculpture, textiles, film, photography, ceramics, etc.
Can I propose a show that includes work that has not yet been completed?
Yes. If you are proposing new work, please include samples of past or completed work that provides context for your proposal. If applicable, include renderings, plans, or concept sketches of your proposed work. The work must be representative of what will be included in the show and must be completed in advance of the show if accepted.
Are there age restrictions to apply?
No, there are no age restrictions.
Having trouble writing your proposal? Here are some tips!
Be specific when writing about your work and what you hope to exhibit. Use the artist statement to describe your general practice, and the exhibition proposal to write about the exhibition concept, themes, and specific artworks.
Clearly describe the exhibition concept and plan. How will viewers experience the work? Consider the scale and layout of the gallery space. We recommend visiting the space if you're able to, or reviewing photos and videos before submitting your application.
Submit the highest-quality images or video of your work you can. Images and video should be bright, clear, and as detailed as possible.
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DALTON GALLERY CALL FOR ARTISTS NOW OPEN | SUBMIT BY MARCH 8, 2026