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Exhibitions / Submissions
Exhibitions at the Public Art Centre take place in our Gallery ONE, TWO and THREE. Tours are free of charge and can be organized in advance for school and community groups. For more information please see Education Programs.
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Current Exhibition
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"A Picture is Worth... The Importance of Preserving Artwork"
Selections form the Permanent Collection
November 15 to February 16, 2025
In a world inundated with fleeting images and ephemeral content, the preservation of artwork stands as a testament to the enduring power of creativity and expression. "A Picture is Worth" explores the significance of safeguarding artistic creations for their intrinsic value, narrative richness, and cultural legacy.
Miniature Show and Sale
November 9 to December 20, 2024
Gallery Three
The annual miniature art show and sale is a delightful celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Artists from near and far come together to showcase their tiny masterpieces, each one a unique and exquisite work of art. From tiny paintings to sculptures, the show offers a diverse array of mini marvels for collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Ontario Society of Artists
Group Exhibition (Western Hub)
February 22 to April 15, 2025
Gallery One and Two
The Ontario Society of Artist is a professional association for visual artists living and working across Ontario with a mandate to promote the visual arts through exhibitions, special projects and arts advocacy. Their membership roster includes many of Canada’s best-known painters, sculptors, printmakers and photographers. Founded in 1872, the Ontario Society of Artists is Canada’s longest continuing art society.
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CALL FOR ARTWORK
In View of the Artist
Annual Juried Exhibition
Gallery One and Two
August 16 to September 27, 2025
Features a diverse range of artworks from both emerging and established artists.
Application Deadline is July 26, 2025, encouraging artists of all backgrounds to submit their pieces for consideration.
Application link below:
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Exhibition Submission Guidelines for Artists
It is the mandate of STEPAC to advance knowledge and understanding of the visual arts within St. Thomas and Elgin County through exhibitions, acquisitions, lectures, public programs, education programs, traveling exhibitions, and adherence to standard museum practices. STEPAC seeks to present and facilitate a broad range of visual art practices and to reflect excellence through all aspects of its programs.
STEPAC’s exhibition program is invitational, and the also accepts exhibition proposals on an ongoing basis from artists and curators. The exhibitions are booked at least two years in advance.
Submission Guidelines:
- Current CV
- Up to 20 digital images of recent work, with accompanying image credit list detailing artist’s name, titles, dates, medium and dimensions of each work; this can be done by sending a USB, link to a website or online portfolio.
- A brief description of the proposed concept.
- Any additional relevant material such as publications and critical reviews.
- If mailed, a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned.
In the event that the proposed artworks have not yet been produced, please provide a detailed description of the intent in addition to support material featuring past work.
Please remember to contact the Art Centre if you have a change of address and/or telephone number.
Please note, the Art Centre will only reply to proposals in which it is interested.
Submit applications by mail to:
St. Thomas-Elgin Public Art Centre
Attention: Curator
301 Talbot Street, St. Thomas, ON. N5P 1B5
Email applications here...
Attention: Curator
Submission Guidelines for Artists and curators