Call for Artists: Chromesthesia - Naperville Art League's Public Art Competition

Artists from Naperville and surrounding communities are invited to participate for cash prizes in Naperville Art League’s annual Public Art Competition.

Artists may submit one entry per person under the theme “Chromesthesia.”  The piece must be original in design, concept, and execution. It can be any media or mixed-media, and either 2D or 3D. Size restrictions apply. Deadline for submissions is 4:00 pm Sat., April 11, 2023, with no extensions.

All entries will be on display and open to the public April 18 through May 6, 2023, at the Naperville Fine Art Center & Gallery, 508 N. Center St., Naperville 60563.

An artists reception will take place from 2:00  to 4:00 pm, Sun., April 23. An awards presentation will be at 3:00 pm.

Two age categories:  high school/college age and adult

Two age categories for entries are high school/college age and adult. Cash prizes will be awarded for Best of Show ($300) and Awards of Excellence ($100). Honorable Mentions will receive an award card. Winners will be publicized. The entry fee is $30 for non-members and $15 for Naperville Art League members. Entries must be accompanied by entry form and an artist’s statement.

Click here to access the contest entry form.

NAL food drive will benefit Loaves & Fishes Community Services

Along with the show, Naperville Art League is hosting a food drive to benefit Loaves & Fishes Community Services. Non-perishable food items may be brought to the Gallery throughout the show.

Gallery hours are 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Tuesday through Friday and 10:00 am to 4:00 pm on Saturday.