ExpoFest 2025

Calls for artists


Acanthus Gallery invites all artists to submit an original piece of art for an exhibition that will be held during the Grand Falls Municipality Regional Potato Festival in June 2025


Theme – “Art is my Treasure”


This theme invites artists to explore what is precious to them, to express it with heart and to share it as a jewel of humanity (either a universal treasure, a treasure of nature, of peace or of human bonds)


The art piece must be original, authentic, and unique in its genre, it will be judged with the following criteria:

THEME INTERPRETATION – To what degree does the piece represent the theme.


CREATIVITY AND ORIGINALITY


QUALITY OF THE ARTISTIC COMPOSITION


CONTROLE OF MEDIUM – The qualities of materials and colors


WHAT FEELING DOES THE PIECE CONVEY– THE WOW Factor! The effect the piece has on the audience.


All art media and forms are admissible, for example painting, photography, sculpture, quilts, textile and fiber art etc, as long as they represent the theme.

Registration forms can be found at (acanthusgallery@gmail.com) or at the Acanthus Gallery, 136A Church Street, Grand Falls, NB


Registration must be submitted by – May 30th, 2025

Pieces must be submitted at the Acanthus Gallery prior to June 18th, 2025


1st Prize – One year space rental at the gallery (2 linear feet)

2nd Prize –100 $ Gift certificate from the Gallery

3rd Prize - 50 $ Gift certificate from the Gallery


Note: While we do not have a formal selection committee for Expofest participation, the organizers reserve the right to decline submissions that are offensive, inappropriate, or do not meet a minimum standard of craftsmanship. Our goal is to maintain a welcoming and high-quality exhibition for all attendees.


WELCOME ONE AND ALL!