Group Art Show:
Woodland Creatures
Celebrating the animals, stories, and spirit of the forest
Show Dates: May – June 2026
Deadline for submissions: April 17, 2026
Notifications for acceptance: April 19, 2026
Artwork Drop-Off: Weekend of April 30 – May 3, 2026
Opening Reception: May 9, 2026
Exhibition Dates: May – June 2026
Do you find inspiration in the creatures of the forest, river, and mountain?
For this exhibition, we turn our attention to the animals—seen and unseen—that inhabit the natural world around us. From birds and fish to mammals and imagined beings, Woodland Creatures explores both the observable and the mysterious life of the woods.
SkyArtworks is seeking artists to showcase their work in our gallery. We invite artists of all mediums—painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, stained glass, and more—to apply for exhibition opportunities.
We welcome submissions in the following forms, including but not limited to:
- Wildlife Painting & Illustration – Birds, mammals, fish, and forest life
- Sculpture & Carved Forms – Animals or creature-inspired three-dimensional work
- Ceramic & Clay Creatures – Functional or sculptural forms inspired by wildlife
- Fiber & Textile Work – Felted, woven, or stitched interpretations of animals or natural forms
- Photography – Wildlife, landscape, or narrative imagery capturing the spirit of the forest
- Mixed Media & Assemblage – Works incorporating natural or found materials
- Mythical & Imagined Creatures – Folklore-inspired or invented beings of the forest
- Story-Based or Symbolic Work – Personal or narrative interpretations of the natural world
Let’s See What You Do
Whether your work is rooted in observation or imagination, we invite you to share what lives in your version of the woods.
Eligibility:
- Open to artists working in any medium
- Both emerging and established artists are welcome
- Artwork must be original and suitable for display
Exhibition Details
The exhibition will run for the months of May and June 2026. Artists are responsible for the delivery, installation, and deinstallation of their work. Once installed, SkyArtworks’ insurance will cover the value of the pieces in the case of damage or theft during the exhibition.
Exhibiting artists are welcome (but not required) to sell their work. If so, SkyArtworks takes a 40% commission (or 35% for members).
How to Submit
Send a submission email to info@skyartworks.org with the subject line:
“[Your Name] — Submission for Woodland Creatures”
Include the following:
Contact Information
- Full Name
- Phone Number
- Address
About You
- 1–3 sentence description of your background as an artist/artisan and your current style of work
- 1–3 sentence description of how you are engaged in the Sky Valley community
Previous Work
- Link to an online portfolio or attach three images of prior work
- Optional: resume or artist statement
About Your Work for This Show
- Up to three representative images of the work you plan to include
- (These may be completed works or examples of similar work)
- For each piece, include:
- Title
- Size
- Medium/materials
- Price
- Any special installation requirements
- Include a brief description of how your work connects to the theme
About SkyArtworks
SkyArtworks is a nonprofit community art space and gallery in the business district of Skykomish, Washington. Our mission is to promote the creative community in the Upper Sky Valley by providing exhibition, educational, and production resources for artists, artisans, and other creatives.
We are a project of Third Place Technologies, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization fostering collaborative communities at the intersection of art and technology in the Pacific Northwest. We thank 4Culture, the Town of Skykomish, and ArtsFund for their continued support.
