2025 Sears Art Museum Invitational Show & Sale

Call for Artists: 38th Annual Sears Invitational Art Show & Sale

Utah Tech Sears Art Museum proudly announces the 38th Annual Sears Invitational Art Show & Sale, a celebrated event in St. George, Utah. Esteemed as one of the premier art events in the state, the exhibition & sale showcase a diverse range of artistic talent, selected by a distinguished committee of artists and art professionals. The exhibition and sale run from February 15 through March 30, 2025.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Dates: The call for artists will be open August 15 through November 1, 2024.
  • Entries: Artists may submit up to 4 works, with a maximum of 2 pieces accepted for the exhibition.
    • Each art piece needs to be a separate entry.
    • You can change each entry up until the close date of November 1, 2024.
  • Selection: Approximately 100 artists will be chosen to participate by the jury.
  • Eligibility: Artists based in the American West are eligible, with priority given to those from Utah, Idaho, Colorado, and Nevada.
  • Please note, artists outside Utah will need to cover round-trip shipping costs.
  • Announcement of acceptance: POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE (www.searsart.com) on Nov. 18th! Look for your name on the website and if it is there you have been accepted. An email will also be sent to artists with notification of acceptance, so check your email at that time as well! 

Benefits and Opportunities:

  • Exhibition and Sale: This event provides a unique opportunity to sell your artwork and gain exposure. 60% of each sale goes to the artist, with the remaining 40% supporting the museum's fundraiser, which funds part-time positions, exhibition supplies, and more.
  • Exhibition Catalog: An illustrated catalog featuring the selected artworks will be published, offering additional exposure.
  • Art Pickup and Drop-off: Free pickup and drop-off services for artwork will be available in Orem, Salt Lake City, and Ogden, Utah.

Join us in celebrating artistic excellence at the Sears Invitational, where your work will be seen by collectors, curators, and art enthusiasts. Submit your application and be a part of this prestigious event.

For more details, visit https://www.searsart.com/.

User Entry Process Tutorial

This video helps guide you through the submission process: