ST. JOHNSBURY – Catamount Arts is accepting online submissions for its annual Arts Connect at Catamount Arts Juried Show, an opportunity to feature new and exciting work by emerging and established artists. The exhibition is scheduled for December 2, through April 5, 2026, with an opening reception on Saturday, Dec. 13. Online applications will be accepted through November 1.
Artists are invited to submit up to three works created within the last three years. Work in all media is encouraged. Submissions are being accepted online through 11:59 p.m., November 1. No late submissions will be accepted.
Winners of the Juror’s Choice Prizes will be announced at a reception at Catamount Arts on December 13 as follows. Prizes include the Robert Manning First Prize of $500, second prize of $250, third prize of $100 and six non-monetary honorable mentions.
The juror will be Alexa René Rivera, a creative and maker from Poughkeepsie, N.Y., currently living and working in northern Vermont. She is the program coordinator at Vermont Studio Center, an internationally recognized artist residency program, and the owner-founder of a small business rooted in handmade basketry and community workshops.
Artists interested in submitting work for consideration in the exhibition must register at catamountarts.org to complete the application process and upload image, video and audio submissions. All work must be submitted online. A Catamount Arts Membership (valued at $50) is included as part of the $50 submission fee and allows admission discounts to Catamount Arts films, KCP Presents performances and online events. Applicants who are already Catamount Arts members will receive a one-year extension on their current membership.
Applicants will be notified of status by e-mail by 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 10. Selected work must arrive presentation ready (framed or with appropriate installation materials) by November 23. Shipped work must be received by Monday, Nov. 24, in reusable wrapping with check or prepaid label for return shipping. In-person drop-off will be held during Catamount Arts regular business hours from Tuesday, Nov. 11, until Sunday, Nov. 23. Work must remain on exhibit through April 5, with pick-up between Tuesday, April 7, and Sunday, April 12.
All selected work will be included in an online catalog on the Catamount Arts website and be officially on view from December 13, through close of exhibition.
Arts Connect at Catamount Arts is a competitive juried exhibition. Submission does not guarantee participation in the show. For more information, visit catamountarts.org/visual-art/juried-exhibitions-call-to-artists.
