R2Arts has been collaborating with Sanford Medical of Bemidji to bring a rotating pop-up gallery called The Art of Healing to the community of Bemidji. This collaboration between Sanford and R2Arts offers a space to display art from around our region to be viewed in a public space and to also expose the works of art to interested buyers. The Art of Healing consists of revolving three month long shows, we are now opening submissions for the third round of exhibition.

Deadline for these submissions will be January 15th, 2026. The revolving exhibits are set to follow the seasons. This session is all about winter! Snowy scenes and winter motifs are what we are looking for.

These shows serve not only as revolving galleries but also a space for art to be sold, each artist may choose whether to list their piece(s) for sale and will be contacted directly for the purchase of the work.

Eligibility

Open to all artists, regardless of medium, experience level, or background.

• Works must be original and created by the submitting artist.

• Collaborative pieces are welcome but must credit all contributing artists.

• Works must be presentation ready.

Presentation Requirements

Two-dimensional works must be framed or mounted and ready for hanging.

• Small Three-dimensional works can be submitted as is, to be displayed in a locked case.

• Labels must be securely attached with the artist's name, title, medium, dimensions, preferred form of contact and price (if applicable.)

Submission Process:

• Application Form: Complete the official submission form, providing your name, contact information, and a brief artist statement.

• Artwork Details: Include the title, medium, dimensions, price and preferred form of contact (if for sale), and a high-resolution image of each piece. The work must meet presentation requirements including framing or mounting for 2D works, as well as secure labeling.

• Sales & Financial Terms: The artist retains full ownership of their work. All sales transactions will be conducted directly between the artist and the buyer. The Organizer will not facilitate payments or collect submission.

• Delivery and Pickup: The artist is responsible for delivering and retrieving their artwork at agreed-upon dates. Failure to retrieve artwork upon completion of the exhibition may result in disposal at the discretion of the Organizer.

• Promotion and Rights: The artist grants the Organizer permission to use images of their submitted works for promotional purposes. The Organizer will promote the exhibit through social media and press channels.

• Submission Deadline: All entries must be submitted by January 15th, 2026.

• Limit: Each artist may submit up to 3 works for consideration.

More Information

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please email ogimaa@r2arts.org.

Deadline: January 15th, 2026

Please send all submissions to ogimaa@r2arts.org

The Artist acknowledges that the organizer is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged artwork. The Artist participates at their own risk and understands that no insurance coverage is provided. By submitting their work, the Artist agrees to abide by all terms outlined in the Artist Agreement Gallery Application.

More information email: ogimaa@r2arts.org