Exhibition Dates: November - December 2025 Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm, July 1st Location: Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery, Valley City State University, Valley City, ND. Overview: “Uncensored: The Art of Politics" seeks to represent the diverse range of ideals, social issues, and events that contribute to American political discourse. Artists of all perspectives, backgrounds, and media are encouraged to apply. Theme: Politics: the art and science of government. Although traditionally seen in an oral or written expression, one’s stances and beliefs can oftentimes be best expressed visually. This show seeks works representing diverse political works to showcase the boundless political landscape in which the United States resides. Statement of Co-curating Artist Reagan Koppelman: As the youngest in a line of politicians, the role of government and the art of politics feature prominently in my life. Considering that my views are often in conflict with contrast to those of my family, political artwork allowed me to express myself and my views and become more confident in myself and the world I wanted to see. Despite much debate occurring due to my works, I chose to keep creating them because I believe that all voices matter. I openly invite people across the political spectrum to converse with me to ensure my views stay balanced and considerate. This exhibit is open to all perspectives but reserves the right to exclude any artwork that curators consider: Overtly violent Glorifies or encourages hate speech. Overly or unnecessarily sexually explicit Contact vcsuartgallery@vcsu.edu with any questions about a piece's appropriateness. Submission Guidelines: Eligibility: Open to all artists working in the United States and abroad. Media: Open to all visual art mediums, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, mixed media, digital art, and video. Number of Entries: Artists may submit up to 5 artworks. Submission Format: Digital submissions only. Please provide high-resolution images (JPEG or PNG), along with a brief description of each work and its relevance to the theme. Entries close 11:59 pm, July 1st 2025 Notification of Acceptance: Artists will be notified of their acceptance by Friday, August 1st. Artwork Delivery: Arrives at Valleys City State University by November 1st. Artist pays all shipping/transportation costs. How to Submit: 1. Complete this Entry Form - you will be prompted to share the folder with your artwork entry. 2.Upload the following to a Google Drive or OneDrive folder: 1 image of each artwork Optional: 1 image of detail or alternate view. A brief statement contextualizing your artwork. Each image file MUST be titled as follows: Artist Last Name_NumerfromEntryForm Example: Brown_Entry 2 Artist Statement/Bio and artist resume or CV 3. All Artists will be notified of selection status by Friday, August 1st. Important Dates: Submission Deadline: 11:59 pm, Tuesday, July 1st 2025 Notification Date: Notifications emailed to artists by Friday, August 1st 2025 Artwork Delivery Deadline: November 1st 2025 Exhibition Dates: Fall 2025 - TBD Reception/Event Date: TBD Contact Information: For more details or inquiries, please contact Gratia Brown, VCSU Gallery Director, at vcsuartgallery@vcsu.edu.

The VCSU Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery is now accepting exhibition proposals for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 academic years. Proposals for solo/group exhibits and independent curatorial projects in all media and styles are welcome. Deadline is rolling, proposals are reviewed yearly. Selected artists will be contacted individually. Email vcsuartgallery@vcsu.edu for additional information. Submit your proposal here. The Robinson CFA Gallery is approximately 950 square feet and features: approximately 90 feet of wall space high ceilings and polished concrete floors an open ceiling appropriate for suspension of work selection of pedestals and display shelves a monitor for animation and digital work Proposals must include: completed online form brief exhibition proposal artist statement artist biography CV 10 image portfolio of representative or actual artworks Image list Selected artists... receive a modest stipend for the shipping or transport of artwork. may also be invited to campus for an artist talk and/or workshop. are responsible for all transportation and insurance of artwork. must be 18 years old+ and complete required contract and forms Exhibited artwork... must be packed safely and packaged for transport and on-site storage – no loose packing peanuts. 2D artwork must be ready to hang with appropriate wire, mats, frames, etc. – no sawtooth hangers or command strips. 3D artwork must be stable and self-supporting. Freestanding/pedestal pieces must weigh 75 pounds or less. Wall hung sculptures must weigh 20 pounds or less. Submit your proposal here.

Calling all Student Artists! The VCSU Art Department is accepting entries for the 2025 Juried Student Art Exhibit through the end of the day, Friday, April 11th. All students (online or on campus) are invited to participate: all techniques and media welcome up to five artwork entries per student artwork must have been completed after August 1st 2024 all entries must be submitted through this online form Artwork can be dropped off between Monday, April 7th and Friday, April 11th with Brenna Schroeder in CFA112. Artwork will not be accepted without an online entry form. Please contact Gratia Brown at gratia.brown@vcsu.edu with any questions.g