Displaying Art
Have you ever wondered where you can display your art? Do you have no idea where to begin? You have come to the right place! Here you can find a list of places to display your art locally as well as throughout Central Iowa.
Ames
Cafe Milo
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Cafe Milo, nestled in West Ames, is a locally owned artisan coffeehouse and eatery with a heart for community. Dedicated to the success of local artists and nonprofits, the café regularly features curated exhibits—often showcasing serene landscapes and nature-inspired works. Each show includes around a dozen two-dimensional pieces and rotates every 4 to 6 weeks. For more information about displaying your work, please inquire here.
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Creative Artists Studio of Ames
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The Creative Artists Studio of Ames proudly displays the work of local artists. There is a jurying process but it is minimal. The artist is responsible for his/her own set up, arranges for any receptions, and removes the exhibit when finished. The cost is $50; the maximum length of the show depends on other demands on the space.
For more information, please inquire here. |
Fundamental Studios
Gallery in the Round
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Fundamental Studios is located in downtown Ames, and it is YOUR place to create, explore, and express yourself. They offer a variety of art classes for all ages, and they also have a gallery wall for local artists. To learn more about displaying your art at FunDamental Studios, please contact Chris or Lisa here.
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The Gallery in the Round at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames is open to visitors during office hours (Mon. and Tues., 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wed. and Thurs., 1 - 4 p.m.) or by appointment (call 515-292-5960). The gallery's unique, contemporary spaces are partially "in the round" with vast banks of windows that provide natural light and overlook a prairie hillside, creating a display space that is truly one of a kind. Exhibitors are welcome to apply at any time! The exhibit schedule is set three to six months in advance. More information, for visitors and artists alike, is available on their website here.
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Mary Greeley Medical Center Art Program
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The Mary Greeley Medical Center houses "Ames' largest art gallery." Changing exhibits in the corridors of the first floor and on the second floor near the cafeteria shows art on a number of topics, and new exhibits begin every few weeks. The MGMC Art Committee promotes art as therapy, pleasure, and inspiration in all media-watercolor, pastels, oils, pencil, ink, paper sculpture, acrylic, photography, and others. A glass case in the main lobby contains artist's three-dimensional works in wood, metal, porcelain, and fabric.
If you are interested in displaying your art at Mary Greeley contact volunteer services at 515-239-2210. Find more information here. |
Morning Bell Coffee Roasters
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Morning Bell Coffee Roasters is a locally owned and operated specialty coffee roastery and tasting room. They are always on the look out for artists who want to show their 2-dimensional work in one of the two gallery spots available in the space. Contact them via email at [email protected], or DM through instagram @morningbellcoffeeroasters.
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Rachel Deutmeyer installing her work at Morning Bell Coffee Roasters
Northcrest Community
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Northcrest Community Gallery is located inside the main entrance, 2300 Northcrest Parkway, accessible to the public. This location provides viewing to the large Northcrest Community and the many public events hosted there. Northcrest collects no commissions on any sales, and offers the opportunity for Artist Talks about their work. Interested artists should contact Tina Colburn email: [email protected]. or call 515-232-6760.
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Art on display in the dining room at Northcrest Community
Octagon Center for the Arts
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The Octagon is constantly on the look-out for new and exciting concepts, group or themed shows and solo exhibits for their three gallery spaces. When considering proposing an exhibit to The Octagon, keep in mind that they are scheduling their shows up to two years in advance. You can learn more about how to apply for a gallery show here.
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Reiman Gardens
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Did you know Reiman Gardens features a dedicated space for showcasing local art? The Garden Room Gallery highlights the work of artists whose pieces reflect our mission to educate, enchant, and inspire appreciation for plants, butterflies, and the natural world. We also welcome submissions connected to our annual theme year, broadly interpreted. Exhibiting artists should be open to having their work sold through the Gift Shop. For details or to inquire about showing your work, please contact Renee Rule, Director of Guest Services: [email protected].
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Wheatsfield Co-op
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Wheatsfield, community owned grocery store that specializes in local organic products, has a beautiful gallery space available for local and regional artists. If you are interested in displaying your artwork please contact Melissa Lanphere, Marketing Manager, by email, phone or stopping into the Co-op. Please fill out the form found on the website to have your artwork considered for display.
www.wheatsfield.coop/art-gallery |
Boone
DMACC Boone Campus: Gallery Bibliotek
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Another wonderful space for local artists can be found at Gallery Bibliotek, located within the library at the DMACC campus in Boone. The space is appropriate for work in a wide variety of media and dimensions. To learn more and to inquire about displaying your work, contact Campus Librarian Christine Whitney.
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Perry
La Poste
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La Poste is intended to be a social gathering space located in Perry, IA. It is "A space to celebrate, art, music, food, and community." They have a number of beautiful spaces to display art, including the Gallery and The Cellar, and numerous other rooms, and they strive to display a new artist each month. For more information on how to get featured at La Poste please contact Mary Rose.
The city of Perry also hosts a number of art festivals throughout the year. Mary Rose can provide additional information about those opportunities as well. |
