Installation view: Kiara Aileen Machado, "Llamáme Por Mi Nombre"
Due to a few requests, we are extending the deadline to 5 PM on Saturday, November 15, 2025. Good luck!
On Monday and Tuesday, we will reach out to each artist to confirm receipt of their submission. Thank you.
43rd Season Call for Entry
Buckham Gallery: 43rd Season Call For Entry
Solo and Group Show Proposals
Partial Shipping Reimbursement for Artists
Deadline EXTENDED to 5 PM on Saturday, November 15, 2025
Submission Fee: $35
After reviewing the full prospectus, find the required application form at the bottom of the page.
It is the mission of Buckham Gallery to enrich the cultural life of its surrounding communities by presenting a broad range of innovative contemporary art, both visual and nonvisual, of the highest quality and standard.
Buckham Gallery, also known as Buckham Fine Arts Project, is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded in 1984. It is Buckham Fine Arts Project’s vision to actively encourage and support artists who are making unique and significant statements in their chosen disciplines, providing opportunities for our greater community to engage with and think about sometimes challenging works of art.
We are currently accepting applications for Buckham’s 43rd Exhibition Season, October 2026 - September 2027. The gallery is located in downtown Flint, Michigan. Our exhibitions are open to the public, with free admission to the gallery. The Buckham Fine Arts Project is pleased to announce partial shipping reimbursements available for artists selected to exhibit during our 43rd Exhibition Season!
Details:
Solo and group show proposals of all media are welcome to apply. Buckham Gallery will celebrate its 43rd season from October 2026 to September 2027 with eight exhibitions each spanning four to five weeks. Solo artist shows are generally presented concurrently with one or two other shows.
Proposals must be submitted via Buckham Gallery Website. Artists must submit to 2026 - 2027 Season Call For Entry to be eligible for partial shipping reimbursements to offset transportation costs.
Any special A/V (audio/video) equipment required for the exhibit will need to be provided by the artist(s). Gallery staff will assist as possible, but cannot guarantee availability of equipment.
All shows are laid out and installed by Gallery Staff with consideration given to each artist’s vision. Site-specific installation artists may request to personally execute complex installation proposals. Installation work must be able to be installed within three days due to our short turnover time between shows.
Eligibility:
Artists at any stage of their career can submit a proposal. Artists should submit a strong and consistent body of work. Selected proposals should not have been exhibited at Buckham Gallery previously. Likewise, we expect artists to act in good faith and not exhibit the same body of work or show within a 90-mile radius for two months before and after the Artist's show at Buckham Gallery. Staff will coordinate with selected artists when scheduling shows to avoid conflicts.
2026-2027 Season Partial Shipping Reimbursements:
The Buckham Fine Arts Project was founded in late 1983 by a group of Flint-area artists, who sought to fulfill the city’s need for a local exhibition and performance venue that would direct its creative attention to presenting ambitious work. After the inception of its cooperative membership, Buckham Gallery mounted its first exhibition in May of 1984. Buckham Fine Arts Project, an artist-led nonprofit organization, continues to look for new and better ways to support artists. Artists selected for exhibition in the 2026 - 2027 Season will be eligible for Partial Shipping Reimbursements.
The purpose of Partial Shipping Reimbursements is to support artists creating innovative contemporary art and help defray the costs associated with shipping and transportation of work to Buckham Gallery. It is acknowledged that the reimbursements will not cover all shipping costs associated with work transportation.
Jury:
All submissions are juried by the Buckham Arts Collective and finalized by an Exhibition Committee. Our committee is composed of community arts professionals and Buckham Artist Collaborators. Selections are final.
Delivery and Return of Work:
Artists must cover the cost to transport the artwork to and from the gallery. All work selected for the exhibition must arrive ready to install. Works not gallery-ready, or not exhibiting good craftsmanship, may be omitted from the exhibit. Accepted work that differs significantly from the submitted images or suffers from poor presentation, will be disqualified.
Insurance:
Buckham Gallery staff will demonstrate careful handling of your work while it is in the gallery’s possession. Works will be insured while on premises. In the event of loss or damage, all claims will be determined at the discretion of the insurance company, not exceeding the retail amount. Buckham Gallery’s insurance does NOT cover damage that occurs during shipping and transport. Please make sure to properly prepare your work for transport.
Sale of Work:
All artwork is available for sale during the exhibition, unless listed as Not For Sale (NFS). Artists determine the retail price of their work and finalize it on the inventory list. Buckham Gallery retains a 35% commission on all work sold. Funds from sales (65% of retail) are remitted to the artist within 30 days of exhibition close. Artists will need to complete a W-9 form for sales totaling $600 or more.
Guidelines:
Works must be presentation-ready and structurally sound. Buckham Gallery staff make all final decisions regarding installation and exhibition space.
Submission Fee: $35
The Buckham Fine Arts Project is a 501(c)(3), non-profit charitable organization whose goal is to provide exhibition opportunities for artists and to bring contemporary art to Flint, Michigan. We receive most of our funding from the generosity of individuals and organizations who support Buckham Gallery.
Images:
Please send 8-12 images for consideration. Group and curatorial proposals may submit up to 20 images. While not absolutely necessary, it is recommended for works submitted to be available for exhibit if selected. Please state in your exhibition narrative if this is a proposal for future work and images are solely an example of potential and quality.
Submission Materials
To aid your submission process it is recommended to have the following materials ready:
Solo show proposals:
CV/Resume
Artist Statement or Exhibition Narrative
(one-page max, describe the exhibition as you perceive it)
8-12 digital images or links to video work
Group show proposals:
List of Artists and contact information
CV/Resumes for each artist
Exhibition Narrative for the group show
(one-page max, describe the exhibition as you perceive it)
8-20 digital images or links to video work
All Submissions Forms MUST be received by November 14, 2025.
Notifications:
All artists will receive notification of their status via email by February 28, 2026.
Please direct submission questions to Michele Leclaire at [email protected] or at 810-239-6233.
How To Apply:
After reviewing the full prospectus above, find the required application form here:
Solo and Group Show Proposals
Partial Shipping Reimbursement for Artists
Deadline EXTENDED to 5 PM on Saturday, November 15, 2025
Submission Fee: $35
After reviewing the full prospectus, find the required application form at the bottom of the page.
It is the mission of Buckham Gallery to enrich the cultural life of its surrounding communities by presenting a broad range of innovative contemporary art, both visual and nonvisual, of the highest quality and standard.
Buckham Gallery, also known as Buckham Fine Arts Project, is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded in 1984. It is Buckham Fine Arts Project’s vision to actively encourage and support artists who are making unique and significant statements in their chosen disciplines, providing opportunities for our greater community to engage with and think about sometimes challenging works of art.
We are currently accepting applications for Buckham’s 43rd Exhibition Season, October 2026 - September 2027. The gallery is located in downtown Flint, Michigan. Our exhibitions are open to the public, with free admission to the gallery. The Buckham Fine Arts Project is pleased to announce partial shipping reimbursements available for artists selected to exhibit during our 43rd Exhibition Season!
Details:
Solo and group show proposals of all media are welcome to apply. Buckham Gallery will celebrate its 43rd season from October 2026 to September 2027 with eight exhibitions each spanning four to five weeks. Solo artist shows are generally presented concurrently with one or two other shows.
Proposals must be submitted via Buckham Gallery Website. Artists must submit to 2026 - 2027 Season Call For Entry to be eligible for partial shipping reimbursements to offset transportation costs.
Any special A/V (audio/video) equipment required for the exhibit will need to be provided by the artist(s). Gallery staff will assist as possible, but cannot guarantee availability of equipment.
All shows are laid out and installed by Gallery Staff with consideration given to each artist’s vision. Site-specific installation artists may request to personally execute complex installation proposals. Installation work must be able to be installed within three days due to our short turnover time between shows.
Eligibility:
Artists at any stage of their career can submit a proposal. Artists should submit a strong and consistent body of work. Selected proposals should not have been exhibited at Buckham Gallery previously. Likewise, we expect artists to act in good faith and not exhibit the same body of work or show within a 90-mile radius for two months before and after the Artist's show at Buckham Gallery. Staff will coordinate with selected artists when scheduling shows to avoid conflicts.
2026-2027 Season Partial Shipping Reimbursements:
The Buckham Fine Arts Project was founded in late 1983 by a group of Flint-area artists, who sought to fulfill the city’s need for a local exhibition and performance venue that would direct its creative attention to presenting ambitious work. After the inception of its cooperative membership, Buckham Gallery mounted its first exhibition in May of 1984. Buckham Fine Arts Project, an artist-led nonprofit organization, continues to look for new and better ways to support artists. Artists selected for exhibition in the 2026 - 2027 Season will be eligible for Partial Shipping Reimbursements.
The purpose of Partial Shipping Reimbursements is to support artists creating innovative contemporary art and help defray the costs associated with shipping and transportation of work to Buckham Gallery. It is acknowledged that the reimbursements will not cover all shipping costs associated with work transportation.
- To be eligible Artists must apply and be accepted to the 43rd Season (2026 - 2027) Call For Entry.
- The scale of the work and the distance of the artist(s) from Flint, Michigan will determine the amount of stipend.
- Funds will be remitted when artwork arrives for exhibition.
- Buckham Artist Members are not eligible to receive shipping reimbursements as they are intended to offset transportation costs.
Jury:
All submissions are juried by the Buckham Arts Collective and finalized by an Exhibition Committee. Our committee is composed of community arts professionals and Buckham Artist Collaborators. Selections are final.
Delivery and Return of Work:
Artists must cover the cost to transport the artwork to and from the gallery. All work selected for the exhibition must arrive ready to install. Works not gallery-ready, or not exhibiting good craftsmanship, may be omitted from the exhibit. Accepted work that differs significantly from the submitted images or suffers from poor presentation, will be disqualified.
- Artworks must be structurally sound and ready for exhibition.
- Please note that professional-level presentation is a must.
- Work may be hand delivered or shipped.
- Shipped works must be sent in easily reusable packaging.
- Exhibited works will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition.
- Artists MUST make all shipping/transport arrangements.
Insurance:
Buckham Gallery staff will demonstrate careful handling of your work while it is in the gallery’s possession. Works will be insured while on premises. In the event of loss or damage, all claims will be determined at the discretion of the insurance company, not exceeding the retail amount. Buckham Gallery’s insurance does NOT cover damage that occurs during shipping and transport. Please make sure to properly prepare your work for transport.
Sale of Work:
All artwork is available for sale during the exhibition, unless listed as Not For Sale (NFS). Artists determine the retail price of their work and finalize it on the inventory list. Buckham Gallery retains a 35% commission on all work sold. Funds from sales (65% of retail) are remitted to the artist within 30 days of exhibition close. Artists will need to complete a W-9 form for sales totaling $600 or more.
Guidelines:
Works must be presentation-ready and structurally sound. Buckham Gallery staff make all final decisions regarding installation and exhibition space.
Submission Fee: $35
- Each proposal requires a submission fee for review.
- Submission fee ($35) is nonrefundable.
- Fees may be paid by credit card or with PayPal account.
- All submission fees must be paid at the time of submission, by November 14, 2025.
The Buckham Fine Arts Project is a 501(c)(3), non-profit charitable organization whose goal is to provide exhibition opportunities for artists and to bring contemporary art to Flint, Michigan. We receive most of our funding from the generosity of individuals and organizations who support Buckham Gallery.
Images:
Please send 8-12 images for consideration. Group and curatorial proposals may submit up to 20 images. While not absolutely necessary, it is recommended for works submitted to be available for exhibit if selected. Please state in your exhibition narrative if this is a proposal for future work and images are solely an example of potential and quality.
Submission Materials
To aid your submission process it is recommended to have the following materials ready:
Solo show proposals:
CV/Resume
Artist Statement or Exhibition Narrative
(one-page max, describe the exhibition as you perceive it)
8-12 digital images or links to video work
- Digital files must be named with artist’s last name (underscore) first name (underscore) title
- Example: Last_First_Title.jpg or Last_First_Title_detail.jpg
Group show proposals:
List of Artists and contact information
CV/Resumes for each artist
Exhibition Narrative for the group show
(one-page max, describe the exhibition as you perceive it)
8-20 digital images or links to video work
- Digital files must be named with artist’s last name (underscore) first name (underscore) title
- Example: Last_First_Title.jpg or Last_First_Title_detail.jpg
All Submissions Forms MUST be received by November 14, 2025.
Notifications:
All artists will receive notification of their status via email by February 28, 2026.
Please direct submission questions to Michele Leclaire at [email protected] or at 810-239-6233.
How To Apply:
After reviewing the full prospectus above, find the required application form here:
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Buckham Gallery is funded by the following organizations:
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Generous support is provided by the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation.
This program is sponsored by the Greater Flint Arts Council Share Art Genesee Grant Program made possible by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Millage funds. Your tax dollars are at work!
This program is sponsored by the Greater Flint Arts Council Share Art Genesee Grant Program made possible by the Genesee County Arts Education and Cultural Millage funds. Your tax dollars are at work!
