Group Exhibition Call for Art:
Rest and Recharge: Practicing Radical Self Care in an Uncertain World

It seems that every day, we are being bombarded with messages of fear. Though some of these messages are real and require our immediate attention, it is difficult to know which ones to pay attention to and which ones to let fade into the background. All of this noise is taking a toll on oumental health, and it is so important, perhaps now more than ever, to take a moment to rest. How do you recharge?

Brushwood Center is seeking submissions for a group art exhibition on the themes of rest, regeneration, relaxation, self care, and taking time for mental health. All mediums are welcome, including but not limited to painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, mixed media, digital art, video, and poetry. Work
created using AI will not be permitted. Performing arts may also be considered for inclusion during special events like the opening reception.

Each artist may submit a maximum of three works. There is no fee to submit. Artwork can be for sale (with a 15% commission to Brushwood Center in the event of a
sale) or not, at the discretion of the artist. Eligible artists must be over the age of 18.

Exhibition Details & Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: January 25, 2026
Notification of Acceptance: January 29, 2026
Delivery of Artworks: February 21 – 28, 2026
Exhibition Dates: March 1 – April 5, 2026
Opening Reception: Sunday, March 1, 2026 · 1-3pm

Brushwood Center Artist of the Month

Brushwood Center is looking for artists to be selected as “Artist of the Month” to display and demonstrate their work during one month at Brushwood Center in Riverwoods, IL.

Details:

– Artist will be given one corner with two walls in the Brushwood Center gallery (a space roughly 7 1/2 feet by 10 feet) plus some optional small shelf space to display/sell their work for the duration of their feature.

– Artist’s work will be featured on Brushwood Center’s e-newsletter and social media.

– Artist will demonstrate their work at an “Open Art Workshop” day, taking place the last Saturday of their month

– Chosen artists will receive a $250 stipend

Selection Criteria:

– Artists must apply with samples of their work, an artist’s statement, bio and headshot.

– Preference will be given to artists whose work has ties to Brushwood Center’s mission and explores themes of health, nature and the environment, and to artists whose projects explore a creative use of less common materials.

– Individual Artists will be eligible for a Feature once per calendar year