Gallery Exhibition - Wheeling Heritage

About the Exhibition

Main Street to Mountains: A Wheeling Portrait is a juried exhibition celebrating Wheeling through the work of artists. This open call invites artists to share their vision of Wheeling and the Appalachian region.

Selected works from both the plein air event and open call will be exhibited at the Artisan Center Gallery as part of the America 250 celebration.

Important Dates

April 1 – Applications Open
June 5 – Application Deadline
June 12 – Acceptance Notification
June 22–26 – Artwork Delivery
July 2 – Opening Reception
July 2 – August 31 – Exhibition Dates

Submission Details

• Artists may submit up to 3 pieces

• Work must be submitted through the application form below

• All submissions will be juried based on:

– Artistic quality

– Creativity

– Interpretation of the theme

• Application Fee: $10

Awards

Pieces from the open call will be juried by artist Robert Sako.

Best of Show – $500
2nd Place – $250
Honorable Mention – $25
People’s Choice

Accepted Mediums

• Painting

• Mixed Media

• Sculpture

Theme

Artwork should reflect the spirit, identity, and environment of Wheeling, including:

• Landscapes & river views

• Architecture & cityscapes

• People & community

• Industrial or historical heritage

• Contemporary or personal interpretations of place

Artwork Requirements

• Must be original work created by the artist

• Must be ready to display

• Work is not AI-generated or AI-assisted

• Hanging method: wire only (no sawtooth hangers)

• Size must be between 5” x 7” and 24” x 36”

• Sculptures must include any special display instructions

Artwork Delivery

Accepted works must be delivered to the gallery between June 22–26. Detailed drop-off instructions will be provided upon acceptance.