Arlington Public Library is launching a new art program—The Incubator—to provide opportunities and space for artists to showcase their work in a public setting. Each library location features opportunities for artists to display their artwork and to engage the public.
The Incubator will spotlight local artists and community arts so that a greater number of diverse perspectives can be seen and more voices can be heard.
According to Arlington Public Library Director Diane Kresh, "This all-ages catalyst will allow community members—ranging from teens to older adults—to participate in a creative community dialogue and to express themselves. It’s a perfect extension of our maker program and makerspace, The Shop and our signature community engagement program Arlington Reads."
Artists interested in showing their work in a temporary exhibition at the library should submit an application. The library accepts proposals on a rolling basis. There is no application fee or age restriction for submissions.
The library has a long-standing tradition of showcasing temporary and permanent art at its library locations. Partnering with Arlington Arts, Arlington Public Art’s Portable Works collection, community organizations and individuals, the library promotes art as a means to inspire, to connect and to facilitate thought-provoking and timely conversations.
How to Apply
Complete the online application, including:
- List of work, describing the title, medium, size and sale price or insurance value of each work. Please include “NFS” if work is Not For Sale.
- Short statement of the work. Consider discussing technique and materials used and/or themes addressed.
- Three to five images of your work. (Accepted formats: JPEG, PNG)
Submission Process
Artists are invited to submit a proposal with a common theme, style or medium.
- Artists will be notified within 3 months.
- Artists may resubmit new work after one year of exhibiting at the library.
- Exhibition applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
- There is no application fee or age restriction for submissions.