Open Call for Visual Artists in Northwest Michigan From Kooiman Pavão Cultural

Overview
The Delamar Traverse City is thrilled to announce an open call for local artist submissions. After a highly successful pilot program with significant art sales and very engaged patrons, the Delamar has dedicated a team to select and host a solo exhibition of visual art in the expansive hallway just off the main lobby.  The space hosts visitors from around the world, as well as regional and local guests. 

Details
The call for artists is open twice a year to select four artists to show throughout the year. Selected artists are invited to work on site (plein air) before and during the exhibition if desired. Exhibitions are on view for approximately 12 weeks.

An opening reception for each exhibition will be hosted by the Delamar, and the artist's presence is required.

Artist submissions will be juried by K/P Cultural and members of the Delamar staff. Selected artists will be responsible for artwork delivery, but not installation. Art sales are handled directly by the artist, who will retain full commission.

Exhibition Dates

August 6-Oct 25, 2026 (please note artists for the first round will be notified only 3 weeks prior to install date)
Opening reception: August 13 or 14, 2026

Nov 2-Jan 24, 2027
Opening reception date TBC

About the Delamar

Guests from near and far seek out the Delamar to enjoy moments of adventure, rest, and indulgence. Nestled between Grand Traverse Bay and the hiking trails, scenic bike paths, and other outdoor pursuits steps from the center of town is Delamar Traverse City. From the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame dramatic views of Grand Traverse Bay in our lobby to waterfront dining and guided outdoor experiences, every aspect of your stay is thoughtfully prepared with genuine care and simple, modern details. For more information, visit https://www.delamar.com/hotels/delamar-traverse-city

Kooiman Pavão Cultural is a full-service arts advisory connecting artists, community, and place. We envision a Midwest where artists are deeply embedded in the life of our communities—where art transforms the spaces where we live, work, and gather. With a combined 25+ years of experience spanning the West to the East Coast, Co-Founders Jessica Kooiman Parker and Maggie Pavão bring a national perspective while maintaining a local, personal approach. Kooiman Pavão Cultural is based in Traverse City, Michigan, and works on projects across the region. For more information, visit kpcultural.com

Open to artists within 50 miles of Traverse City, Michigan working in any 2-D medium. Artwork must be framed and/or ready to be hung. 

Please submit up to 10 images of artwork available for inclusion in the exhibition

Artwork will be selected for its technical skill, conceptual strength, and innovation within its medium. Priority will be given to artwork that is relevant to the Delamar’s audiences, offering them a taste of the creative energy and inspiration of the Northwest Michigan region.

Entries will be handled with all possible care but K/P Cultural is not responsible for any loss or damage for any cause whatsoever. The artist is required to submit details of the work for inventory in advance of the exhibition, and the artwork will be insured while on site. 

The Delamar and K/P Cultural assumes the privilege of photographing or using any work entered in the exhibition for publicity purposes.

Submitting a work of art to this exhibition implies agreement on the part of the artist with all stated conditions.