The Contemporary Dayton seeks new artist contributions

The Contemporary Dayton’s 29th Annual Art Auction was held in the Dayton Arcade’s rotunda on Friday, Apr. 28, 2023. Over 75 local artists donated their work for The Co’s signature fundraiser. Proceeds directly fund future exhibitions and education programs. Did we spot you there? TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

Credit: Tom Gilliam

The Contemporary Dayton’s 29th Annual Art Auction was held in the Dayton Arcade’s rotunda on Friday, Apr. 28, 2023. Over 75 local artists donated their work for The Co’s signature fundraiser. Proceeds directly fund future exhibitions and education programs. Did we spot you there? TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER
What to Know
By Alex Cutler
Dec 20, 2023
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The Contemporary Dayton is seeking artists to contribute works for its upcoming exhibitions in the new year.

According to a press release, the first of these exhibitions will be “The 30th Open Members Show,” which returns for the first time since 2020. The theme is “Pearls” and can interpreted as the artist prefers. Artists can use literature, art, music or even real life to inspire these pieces.

The Contemporary Dayton’s 29th Annual Art Auction was held in the Dayton Arcade’s rotunda on Friday, Apr. 28, 2023. Over 75 local artists donated their work for The Co’s signature fundraiser. Proceeds directly fund future exhibitions and education programs. Did we spot you there? TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

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Credit: Tom Gilliam

Artist prizes include:

  • The Lombard Prize Best in Show
  • The Mike Goheen Memorial Award
  • 2026 Members Showcard Award

The schedule for this event is as follows:

Artwork Drop-off:

  • Thursday, Jan. 25 from 3 to 8 p.m.
  • Friday, Jan. 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Jan. 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Opening Reception: Friday, Feb. 2 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Exhibition dates: Feb. 2 through Apr. 5.

The Contemporary Dayton’s 29th Annual Art Auction was held in the Dayton Arcade’s rotunda on Friday, Apr. 28, 2023. Over 75 local artists donated their work for The Co’s signature fundraiser. Proceeds directly fund future exhibitions and education programs. Did we spot you there? TOM GILLIAM / CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER

Credit: Tom Gilliam

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Credit: Tom Gilliam

The Co is also seeking artists for its 30th Annual Art Auction. Artists do not have to be members to participate in this exhibition. However, The Co will reserve the right to jury which pieces will make it into this exhibit unlike the “Open Member Show.” The Art Auction shares the same theme as the Open Members Show because pearl is the traditional gem for 30th anniversaries. Artists can also freely interpret this theme.

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The schedule for this exhibition is as follows:

Artwork drop-off:

  • Thursday, Feb. 15 from 3 to 8 p.m.
  • Friday, Feb, 16 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 17 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Artist Acceptance Notifications: First week of March

Annual Art Auction: Apr. 26, 2024

Gallery hours:

Wednesday through Saturday: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Contemporary Dayton is located at 25 W. Fourth St., Dayton. For more information, visit codayton.org.

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About the Author

Alex Cutler is a graduate of Sinclair Community college, with degrees in Communication and Multimedia Journalism. Alex looks to continue his education and career in the near future.