05/27/2026
Opportunity for Artists, Designers & Performers:
Dandelion Gallery & Studio /
Threads of Liberation: The Fabric of Our Truth
June 20th - July 11th
Community Exhibition – Call for Artists in Lake County, Illinois and neighboring communities.
Submission deadline: Monday, June 1, 2026
Dandelion Gallery & Studio is excited to announce an upcoming community-centered exhibition celebrating identity, resilience, and self-expression through fashion, visual art, and performance.
Inspired by the powerful reflections of Pride Month and Juneteenth, this exhibition will highlight themes of liberation, healing, and visibility—creating space for voices, stories, and creativity that deserve to be seen and celebrated.
Submissions are encouraged from individuals representing diverse and underrepresented perspectives, including but not limited to:
- BIPOC communities
- LGBTQ+ individuals
- Immigrants
- Differently-abled individuals
- Artists exploring social, cultural, and systemic narratives
Accepted Mediums - Categories include, but are not limited to:
- Painting
- Drawing
- Mixed Media
- Sculpture
- Photography
- Metalwork
- Textile Art
- Wearable / Fashion-Based Art
- Performance Art
Note: Fashion and textile-based submissions are highly encouraged.
Performance Artist Opportunities:
Dandelion Gallery & Studio welcomes submissions from artists working in:
- Poetry / Spoken Word
- Music (solo or group)
- Dance
- Performance Art
- Live Creative Expression
This is more than an exhibition—it’s a platform to share truth, honor lived experiences, and connect through creative expression.
Dandelion Gallery & Studio is especially grateful and excited to partner with LGBTQ+ Center Lake County for all the support.
Follow the link for more details OR visit Dandelion Gallery & Studio's IG &/or Facebook for more information: www.dandeliongallery.org/community-artandtalent-exhibition-liberation-artist-entry-form
