Submissions Guidelines

The Textile Arts Center of Madison welcomes exhibition proposals from artists, groups, guilds, and curators. Submissions should be clear and concise, outlining the exhibition’s central concept, its educational significance, and the audience(s) it aims to reach. Please also include a brief checklist of proposed works and accompanying images, CVs or biographies for participating artist(s) or curator, along with any other relevant details. See below for more information and Exhibition Proposal form.

Exhibition Proposal

Required Information

A complete proposal will contain the following components:

  • A written overview (200 words max) describing the central ideas/concept of the exhibition

  • The dates the exhibit is available to be scheduled, along with any schedule limitations

  • Full contact information, including mailing address, email, and phone number. Please Note: Groups must designate one artist from your group as the primary contact.

  • A current CV or resume, as well as a brief biography

  • An artist or process statement

  • Between 10 and 20 high-resolution images

    • accompanied by a reference sheet listing each work’s title, medium, year, dimensions, and sale status

  • A description of the educational aspects of the proposed show

    Optional

  • Professional letters of recommendation

  • Press articles or reviews related to the artist and past exhibitions

  • The artist’s availability for classes/workshops or lectures

SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL HERE

Eligibility

Proposals accepted from:

  • Artists

  • Group of artists (guild or association)

  • Curators

Proposals may be submitted at any time. The exhibition committee convenes multiple times throughout the year, and notices will be sent once reviews are completed. Please note: TAC is currently scheduling exhibitions approximately two years in advance; submitting an application does not guarantee inclusion in the annual program; while we carefully review every proposal, we are unable to provide individual feedback on unsuccessful applications.


What TAC Offers

  • Custom sign featuring the exhibition title and statement

  • A standalone exhibition listing on the TAC website

  • Marketing and visibility through our social media channels

  • Potential opportunity for exhibition related programming (workshops, gallery talk, etc.)

  • An Opening Reception

  • Access to standard gallery installation materials. Please Note: If your exhibition involves significant materials, equipment, travel, or freight expenses, please ensure that you are able to cover these costs.

  • Artists receive 70% of the final sales price on any work sold. All artwork will be insured while on the Center’s premises.

Exhibition Committee Selection Criteria

When reviewing proposals, the committee considers the following:

  • The overall balance and consistency of the artwork submitted

  • How clearly the artist communicates the intention and focus of the proposed exhibition

  • How well the stated intention is reflected in the artwork itself

  • How the proposed exhibition fits within the Center’s annual exhibition schedule