Call for Artists: 2026 Exhibition Season – St. Luke’s UMC Art Gallery

Call for Artists: 2026 Exhibition Season – St. Luke’s UMC Art Gallery
Deadline: 06/30/2026

St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in Indianapolis, Indiana invites artists to submit their work for consideration for our 2026 and 2027 gallery exhibition seasons. At St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, we are an open community of Christians helping people find and give hope through Jesus Christ – regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or socioeconomic background. We are dedicated to uplifting the voices of women, people of color, and the LGBTQIA+ community. Through art, we see reflections of God’s creativity, and it is a joy to celebrate that beauty through the work of local and regional artists. We welcome a wide range of artistic styles and mediums and are honored to provide space for artists to share their gifts with our congregation and the broader community.

Exhibition Details
Each exhibition is a solo show lasting approximately one month. Near the beginning of the exhibition, we host a Sunday artist reception, providing an opportunity for the congregation to meet the artist and engage more deeply with the work. Artists are warmly encouraged to invite friends and family.

Exhibiting artists are asked to provide a short artist statement (a brief paragraph about yourself and your work) to help viewers connect more meaningfully with the artwork.

Gallery Specifications
The gallery space includes:

One 17.5-foot wall

One 31-foot wall

One 8-foot wall

Most artists display between 15–30 pieces, depending on size. We use hanging chains with adjustable hooks for installation.

Sales & Policies

No exhibition fee

No commission taken by the church

Artists retain full rights to their work

Artists may sell work directly and are encouraged to provide a QR code or contact information for interested buyers

Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is open to artists of all backgrounds and experience levels, regardless of religious affiliation. Local and regional artists are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Express Interest
Please email Jessica Gormong with:

A brief artist bio

A short artist statement

Sample images of your work (or a website/social media link)

Your preferred 2026 or 2027 exhibition month

Exhibitions are scheduled for approximately one month each.

Featured Exhibition Months

February – Black History Month

March – Women’s History Month

May – Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

June – Pride Month

August – Internal Church Project (limited availability)

November – Native American Heritage Month

Contact
Questions may be directed to: Jessica Gormong, Art Gallery Coordinator, St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, Indianapolis, IN. Email: jessica.gormong@stlukesumc.com. Phone: 317-846-3404 ext. 367

We would be honored to showcase your work and share your creative gifts with our community. Thank you for considering this opportunity.

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