CALL TO ARTISTS 2026
FALL MEMBER SHOW at REIF PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Fall Member Show is September 14 to November 6, 2026 at the Reif Performing Arts Center, 720 NW Conifer Drive in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, and will be administered by MacRostie Art Center staff.
Closing Reception: November 6, 2026 - 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Reif Performing Arts Center.
The theme and title of the show is:
Nature and Nurture: The Boreal Speaks
Step 1: Registration (open to members of the North Shore Artist League) is due no later than Sunday, August 9, 2026. To indicate your intent to participate, register on the League website available by clicking the RSVP button on the announcement email. You do not need to know specifics on your items at this time. Enter up to 2 pieces with size estimate so we can allocate space. Be sure to click “save” after entering your registration. You will receive a confirmation. (If you do not receive an immediate confirmation, reenter or request help from email klweinberg@gmail.com.)
Note: Prioritize your work when you register as the Show Committee may make decisions on the number of pieces based on space available.
Note: Members must be in active status with dues paid both at time of registering as well as during the show. Be sure to check your registration dates to verify that you are current and an active member.
Step 2: Promotion - (Optional) By Wednesday, August 12, 2026, you may submit a photo of one of your submission pieces reflecting the theme of the show. MacRostie and the show team will make final decisions on promotional piece(s). If you have hi-resolution photo(s) submit to Sue Rauschenfels at srauschenfels@live.com.
Step 3: Agreements/Contract - By Mid August, an email from the committee will be sent with a link to complete the Artist-Gallery Agreement/Contract (which will include the title card request information) and the W-9 form for any sales. Due date will be in that email. 90% of the pieces must be for sale. MacRostie/Reif commission rate is 40%, 60% to the artist so be sure to consider this when pricing your work.
Preparation of Art: 2D work must be framed or gallery wrap with finished edges and wired ready to hang. Wired means no alligator clips. For 3D work there are 4 smaller display cases available, so somewhat limited. If other fixtures are needed, please plan to provide for your work.
DROP OFF DATES: Thursday, September 3, 2026, or earlier, Note hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm weekdays, or 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturdays, drop off art at the MacRostie Art Center, 405 NW 1st Avenue, Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Remote participants must make arrangements to have their work dropped off. If you must ship by UPS, you may make arrangements direct with Ashley at the MacRostie by email ashley@macrostieartcenter.org. You will also need to make arrangements for return pre-paid shipping or pick up.
PICK UP DATE: Friday, November 6, 2026 immediately following the closing reception. You will need to make arrangements for your art to be taken by another member or with the MacRostie to be pre-paid shipped to you if you are unable to attend the reception. You may also contact and coordinate with the MacRostie to pick your artwork up shortly after November 6th.
Please mark your calendars for these dates!
Show Committee Chair: Sue Rauschenfels srauschenfels@live.com