K-State Salina has a hidden gem of an exhibition space open to 2-D artists. Currently experimenting with a newly renovated library, there are several large spaces for art. Interested artists should send photos showing their work, including any previous exhibition experience, with a list of pieces you anticipate displaying. Because of the quiet environment, the Library is not well suited for openings, rather a well trafficked area to share work. The staff does not manage sales, nor take commission, but will make space for signage including artists' contact information if a viewer is interested. Artists will be expected to sign an agreement, specifying who is responsible for what, a list of art works being displayed, and a timeline for retrieval. This is a new endeavor for the library and staff is open to showing art for varying lengths of time, negotiable with the artists. There is an expectation to keep artwork at least 3-4 months, reflecting semester timelines. Groups of artists or collectives are also encouraged to apply to show together.

For more information about the setup, layout and hanging system, follow this link https://salina-k-state.libguides.com/artistinfo



Contact:

Ruth Mirtz, Library Director

mirtz@ksu.edu

VOTW Alaskan artist residency program - application period now open!

The Voices of the Wilderness AIR program is offering 7 different residencies next summer in Alaska, hosted by the US Forest Service, US Fish & Wildlife Service, and National Park Service. This is a chance for artists to work on stewardship projects with wilderness specialists in a backcountry setting, while creating art in some of our nation’s most stunning and wild public lands.

There is 1 application, 7 different opportunities, and it’s free to submit! This year’s hosting wilderness areas include:

US FOREST SERVICE: 

• Kootznoowoo Wilderness, Tongass National Forest
• Nellie Juan-College Fiord Wilderness Study Area (Prince William Sound), Chugach National Forest
• Sitka Ranger District Wilderness Areas: (South Baranof Wilderness or West Chichagof-Yakobi Wilderness), Tongass NF
• Stikine LeConte Wilderness, Tongass National Forest
• Tracy Arm-Ford’s Terror Wilderness, Tongass National Forest

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

• Glacier Bay Wilderness, Glacier Bay National Park & Preserve

US FISH & WILDLIFE SERVICE

• Aleutian Islands Wilderness, Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge

Artists of all mediums are welcome to apply. In exchange for the opportunity, artists donate a work of art and provide a community extension. Transportation to and from Alaska is the responsibility of the artist.

Find more information here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/media/258773

Link to Application: https://www.fs.usda.gov/media/258772

Applications should be submitted to grace.corrigan@usda.gov by 11:59 pm Alaska time March 1, 2026. 

IMAGE CREDIT: 2024 VOTW artist Claire Giordano,

Tracy Arm-Ford’s Terror Wilderness