“ARTiculate Your Truth” submissions close this Saturday 9/6/25
Fall 2025 Juried Exhibition
ARTiculate Your Truth
October 6 – December 18, 2025
What does your truth look like, feel like, or sound like when expressed through creativity?
ARTiculate Your Truth is a juried exhibition that invites artists of all ages, backgrounds, and disciplines to boldly explore and express their personal truths through art. Whether you are just beginning your creative journey or have been making work for decades, this exhibition honors the power of honest expression and the many ways we use art to process, respond to, and shape the world around us.
Theme
A showcase of authentic voice, courageous expression, and the transformative power of truth-telling through creativity.
From the uninhibited imagination of children to the seasoned reflections of established makers, this exhibition welcomes all forms of expression: painting, sculpture, photography, digital media, textile, collage, sound, spoken word, installation, performance, and more.
If it ARTiculates your truth, it belongs here.
What We Celebrate
Authenticity – Artwork as a window into lived experiences, values, and dreams.
Courage – Honoring the bravery it takes to speak your truth through creativity.
Diversity – Of voices, disciplines, and identities that strengthen our shared story.
Community Dialogue – Encouraging viewers to listen with both eyes and heart.
Tone & Intent
Empowering – Uplifting all voices, especially those historically underrepresented.
Contemporary – Connected to the issues, emotions, and inspirations of today.
Celebratory – A joyful honoring of creativity in all its forms.
Respectful – Every artist is recognized as a visionary with something meaningful to contribute.
Important Dates
Submissions Close: Saturday, September 6 at 11:59 PM (via Smarter Entry)
Acceptance Notices Sent: Tuesday, September 16
Artwork Receiving: Saturday, October 4, 11 AM – 2 PM
Exhibition Opens: Monday, October 6
Art Walk: Thursday, October 16
Reception & Awards Ceremony: Wednesday, November 12, 5 – 7 PM (Awards begin at 5:45 PM)
Last Day of Exhibition: Thursday, December 18
Artwork Pick Up: Friday, December 19, 11 AM – 2 PM
Submit your work by September 6 at 11:59 PM via Smarter Entry.
Here is a quick look at the exhibitions we have coming in the months ahead.
Learn more about our Exhibition program at www.stanislausarts.org/exhibitions
Feel inspired? Get creative. Submit to any of our exhibitions today via Smarter Entry!
We can’t wait to support, promote and celebrate the Art you create!
