ART IN THE LIBRARY

Submission Guidelines

The Roslyn Library hosts a rotating art exhibition series featuring local artists, building on the library’s tradition of supporting community creativity. Exhibits will be on display in public areas during regular library hours.

How to Submit

Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis. Exhibits run approximately two months, and artists must be willing to display their work for the full duration.

Submissions are reviewed monthly, and artists will be contacted once a decision is made.

Please email submission to roslynartinthelibrary@gmail.com:

  • Include in your email:

    • Name

    • Kittitas Country Address

    • Phone

    • Email

  • Images should be no larger than 4 mb

  • Send up to 8 images

  • Include medium and dimensions for each piece

  • Images taken with phone are acceptable

Submissions are reviewed monthly, and artists will be contacted once a decision is made.

Who Can Submit

Open to both full and part-time residents of Kittitas County. Artists of all experience levels are welcome.

What Can Be Submitted

Accepted mediums include:

  • Fiber arts

  • Paintings

  • Photography

  • Mixed media

  • Note: We cannot exhibit video art or sculpture due to equipment and space limitations.

Installation & Display

  • Artists must participate in the installation of their work.

  • For group shows, the Roslyn Library Art Committee will allocate wall space for each participating artist

  • Artwork must be ready to hang or display (wires, hanging hardware, or another professional method–no sawtooth hangers).

  • Artwork must be removed from the library within a week after the end of the show.

Sales & Liability

  • Artists handle all sales independently. The library does not take commission.

  • The Roslyn Library does not insure artwork and is not responsible for loss, damage, or theft. All risk and responsibility remain with the artist.

Community Engagement

Each exhibit includes an opening reception, and artists are encouraged to attend.

Selection Criteria

Presentation & Readiness

  • Artwork must be ready to hang or display (wires, hanging hardware, or another professional method–no sawtooth hangers).

  • 3D pieces, if accepted, must be stable and safe for public spaces.

Eligibility

  • Artists must be at least part-time residents of Kittitas County.

  • Selected artists must submit the entire body of work intended for displayed via email prior to installation.

  • A group show will be planned annually. Individual artists may submit up to three pieces for consideration.

Selection Considerations

  • Artistic quality and originality.

Logistics

  • Artists are responsible for delivery, installation participation, and pick-up of their work.

  • Shows will run for approximately two months on dates set by the library.

  • The library may decline work that is not ready to hang or differs substantially from the submitted images.