2027-2028 Call For Exhibitions
Proposal deadline: January 5, 2026
Application fee: $30, payable via PayPal
The Baltimore Jewelry Center is currently seeking exhibition proposals for our 2027-2028 gallery schedule. Proposals are not limited to jewelry and might include thematic exhibitions or exhibitions showcasing an artist or group of artists. We are looking for exhibitions that explore the gallery setting in an unexpected way, seek to place jewelry and craft within a larger context, and expand connections in our community at large. Our goal is to demonstrate unique curatorial viewpoints, expose our audience to fresh and emerging makers and ideas, and present art jewelry and metalsmithing in a broader art context. We are especially excited to see proposals that create a diverse and inclusive gallery space in order to elevate underrepresented voices. Proposals should consider the size and dimensions of the gallery space.
Gallery Floor Plan available here
Complete proposals will be reviewed and selected for exhibition by our Exhibitions Committee.
An example of a successful proposal can be viewed here.
Exhibition proposals that are selected will receive a $300.00 curatorial stipend.
Instructions:
To submit a proposal, each applicant should:
Submit a curatorial statement, exhibition proposal, cv, and 8-10 images of work representative of the proposed exhibition via Google Form.
Submit the $30 application fee via PayPal. Include the applicant’s name and “Gallery Proposal” in the payment message.
Important Dates:
January 5, 2026: Application Deadline
April, 2026: Application Response
January, 2027: First Exhibitions Begin
If you have any questions, please contact us via email at bjcexhibitions@gmail.com
About the Baltimore Jewelry Center
The Baltimore Jewelry Center is a 501c3 educational nonprofit building a vibrant creative community for the study and practice of metalworking for new and established artists. We offer classes, workshops, and studio space rental to anyone with an interest in contemporary jewelry and metalsmithing. In addition to our education program, the Baltimore Jewelry Center helps metal and jewelry artists grow sustainable business practices by offering professional development, sales opportunities, and a promotional platform.
Our exhibitions program is a robust component of the Baltimore Jewelry Center and supplements the education we provide to our students and community. Through exhibitions that showcase national and international artists in the art jewelry and metals field we offer students an up close and personal view of the innovations and freshness happening in the field at large.
What does my entry fee support?
The Baltimore Jewelry Center is a 501c3 educational nonprofit with a small staff and budget. Entry fees cover:
Administrative costs associated with the gallery
Promotional/print materials
Exhibition install and display materials
Shipping and insurance
Opening reception costs
Packaging
The Artist agrees to provide suitable/durable wrapping, boxing material, and wrapping/boxing instructions for the transport and storage of their work to the Baltimore Jewelry Center.
Submission Guidelines:
Please email images, completed entry forms and any other requested materials to bjcexhibitions@gmail.com with the exhibition title in the subject line.
Entry fees must be made via PayPal (make payment to bjcexhibitions@gmail.com). Applications will not be reviewed until the entry fee has been paid in full. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Image Guidelines:
Please send jpeg images only. Images should be 300dpi, and approximately 4x6 inches. You may include one detail image of each piece submitted.
Please label each image with your last name, first name, and title. See example below:
LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg
LastName_FirstName_Title_Detail.jpg
Sales
Work may be for sale or for exhibition only, at the artist’s discretion.
Sales will be split 60/40 retail price between the artist and the Baltimore Jewelry Center.
Insurance
While part of the exhibition all work will be insured for the wholesale price. The Baltimore Jewelry Center will insure the work from point of receipt of work (including storage).
Artists are responsible for shipping and insurance to the Baltimore Jewelry Center. The gallery will be responsible for return shipping, but artists are welcome to prepay for return shipping.
