Artist Calls

The Art Lane 

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The Art Lane is a partnership between the Star Valley Arts Council and the Town of Thayne to showcase local art at the Thayne Community Center. We are always on the lookout for talented artists to showcase their work in our group-themed exhibitions.

We welcome submissions from emerging and established artists alike, offering a platform to display your creativity and connect with the community.

We accept all hangable mediums, including paintings, sculptures, photography, and multimedia works.

Themes will change quarterly, and we encourage artists to create pieces for each exhibition to stretch their creativity!​​

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Light

Art Exhibition

Submission Deadline: September 21st, 2026

Art Dropoff: September 30th, 2026

Exhibition: October 1st, 2026 - December 31st, 2026

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REQUIREMENTS:

• The "Light" theme is open to YOUR interpretation. We'd love to see what you come up with.

• Artists can submit up to FIVE (5) pieces for consideration.

• All mediums and styles are welcome, including hangable 3D pieces.

• Submissions will only be accepted via email to lxi@starvalleyarts.org, with the subject line: "(Artists Name) - Light". Include photos of the works, size, price, and medium.

• Works must be ready to hang (wire on the back).

• Deadline for submissions is September 21st, 2026.

• If selected, you will be notified by September 25th, 2026 with contract and instructions for delivery of pieces.

• All works must be for sale. The Star Valley Arts Council retains 20% commission on all sales facilitated through The Art Lane.​

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Face to Face

Art Exhibition

Submission Deadline: December 28th, 2026

Art Dropoff: January 4th, 2027

Exhibition: January 4th, 2027 - March 31st, 2027

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REQUIREMENTS:​

• All submissions must be primarily portraits. We are focus on the face, rather than a full figure.

• Artists can submit up to FIVE (5) pieces for consideration.

• All mediums and styles are welcome, including hangable 3D pieces.

• Submissions will only be accepted via email to lxi@starvalleyarts.org, with the subject line: "(Artists Name) - Face to Face". Include photos of the works, size, price, and medium.

• Works must be ready to hang (wire on the back).

• Deadline for submissions is December 28th, 2026

• If selected, you will be notified by December 30th, 2026 with contract and instructions for delivery of pieces.

• All works must be for sale. The Star Valley Arts Council retains 20% commission on all sales facilitated through The Art Lane.​

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The Shared Gallery

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The Shared Gallery is a collaborative space that features artwork from multiple local artists. Each piece is created on an 8"x8" canvas provided by the Star Valley Arts Council. Artists can pick up a canvas from the Arts Council, create their piece, and return it for display at the Council’s office in the Afton Civic Center, located at 150 S. Washington Street. All artworks are available for purchase, with signage on each piece providing details on how to buy. New submissions are always welcome.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

All mediums, styles, and themes are welcome.

All pieces must measure 8"x8" square. The Arts Council has free canvases available for your use. To coordinate pickup, please email megan@starvalleyarts.org with the subject line: "Shared Gallery Canvas".

All artwork must be family friendly.

All artwork must be for sale.

All artwork must be priced under $400. The Star Valley Arts Council retains 20% commission on all sales.

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Thayne Mural Projects

 

​These projects are made possible by the Wyoming Arts Council

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*These projects are funded and facilitated by the Town of Thayne.  The Star Valley Arts Council has no part in determining a winner.*

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License Plate Mural Project

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​1. Project Overview

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The Town of Thayne is seeking an artist to paint a pre-designed license plate mural on the exterior of the Thayne Community Center.

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2. Site & Concept

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• Location: South side of Thayne Community Center - photo below

• Approximate size: 20'w x 10'h

• Design: A completed license plate design will be provided by the Town - photo below

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The selected artist will be responsible for purchasing their own supplies. The Town has exterior paint available that may be used if the colors are suitable for the project.

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3. Compensation

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• Artist stipend: $2,000. Payment will be made in two installments: 50% before the project begins and 50% upon completion.

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4. Submission Process

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Submit by August 16th, 2026.

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• Contact info (name, address, email, phone)

• A portfolio featuring up to three completed painting projects that best represent your work.

• Send in a single PDF with the subject line:  “License Plate Mural – [Artist Name]”. to lxi@starvalleyarts.org.

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5. Timeline

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• Applications due: August 16th, 2026 at 11:59pm

• Artists selected & notified: August 20th, 2026.​

• Project needs to be completed by October 31st, 2026.

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6. Eligibility

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• Open to all artists (emerging, professional, local, or from outside Wyoming).

• Preference may be given to artists with ties to the region.

• Emerging and underrepresented artists are encouraged to apply.

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Artists are welcome to apply for each of the Thayne mural projects.

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7. How to Apply

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Send application materials as a single PDF to lxi@starvalleyarts.org by August 16th, 2026 at 11:59pm.

Subject line: “License Plate Mural – [Artist Name]”.

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