Repurpose: The Art of Upcycling

Repurpose is a national juried exhibition open to any artwork which includes elements of upcycling in its creation. Whether that be through use of found objects, reuse of materials, or repurposing of old artworks. Upcycling is the art of taking discarded materials and elevating them into a renewed existence of higher quality, greater value, or increased utility. Any artist 18+ residing in the United States is eligible. 

Repurpose is a national juried exhibition open to any artwork which includes elements of upcycling in its creation. Whether that be through use of found objects, reuse of materials, or repurposing of old artworks. Upcycling is the art of taking discarded materials and elevating them into a renewed existence of higher quality, greater value, or increased utility. Any media is eligible, there is no size limit and any artist 18+ residing in the United States is eligible. 

Requirements (IF ACCEPTED)
All accepted works must be available during the exhibition timeframe (Feb 18 - Mar 14, 2027) and ready for installation upon delivery. Any works not professionally presented (ex: damaged or not matching the accepted artwork) may not be accepted for exhibition. Traditionally framed artwork must be ready to hang with wire. Framing is not required. If your work requires special installation instructions, please contact ellen@artlinkfw.org prior to the submission deadline.

Sales commission: All artwork sales are subject to a 35% sales fee. Artists will be mailed a check for sold work following the close of the exhibition. 

Liability: Artwork will be insured during exhibition at Artlink. Artlink is not liable for damage of loss in transit to and from the gallery. Any damage caused by improper preparations by the artist will not be covered by Artlink.

Artwork delivery if accepted: 
The exhibition will take place Feb 18 - Mar 14, 2027. All accepted artworks must arrive at Artlink no later than Feb 7, 2027 to be included. Artists can hand-deliver or ship their accepted works anytime between acceptance and the deadline. 

Hand Delivery
Hand-delivered artwork is accepted during gallery hours: Thursday 10am—8pm, Friday & Saturday 10am—6pm, Sunday 12—5pm. Please schedule a delivery time with the Exhibition Coordinator. 

Shipping
Artwork that is shipped must be sent through UPS or FedEx and must include a return shipping label. Artlink does not cover the cost of shipping to or from the gallery. Shipped work must be framed with plexiglass, no glass permitted. Any damages that occur during shipping must be covered by the artist. In such an occurrence, the Exhibition Coordinator will contact the artist for a credit card number to facilitate repairs prior to the exhibition opening. Please no crates or styrofoam peanuts. Ship your work in reusable packaging to:

Artlink Contemporary Gallery
300 E Main Street
Suite 100
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

$12 per entry

Artists must be 18+ and reside in the United States.

Size limit: none

Media accepted: all