2026 Window Gallery Open Call
UrbanGlass is seeking artists who utilize glass in their practice to submit for exhibiting in the Window Gallery. This space consists of the western-facing windows in the Agnes Varis Art Center, a triangular window space on the corner of Rockwell and Fulton, and the large windows that are parallel to Rockwell Place.
Ideal proposals will consider the unique opportunity for 24/7 visibility in this public-facing space. UrbanGlass is seeking proposals that clearly showcase how the artist plans to use the windows. Please be sure to explicitly describe your use of the space and how your work will be bold and visible from Fulton and Rockwell Street. The majority of viewers seeing your exhibition will interface with the installation from the street view, and not by walking into the gallery.
Applications can include proposals for:
Installations.
An installation of artwork that is representative of work being made in the contemporary glass community. The proposed works can be a combination of glass and mixed media.
Performances.
Performances using handmade glass, scheduled for the opening nights of exhibitions in AVAC and possibly additional times that include high foot-traffic hours for the Rockwell and Fulton corner. If this format is proposed, this must include a plan for artwork that is also installed permanently in the space while the artist is not present. Note: open flame is not allowed in this space.
Window Residencies.
Artists may propose an activation project. This can include being present in the Window Gallery during certain hours to showcase their making process or other interactive opportunities for visitors to UrbanGlass. The artist must include in their proposal an explanation of what artwork will be installed permanently in the space while the artist is not present.
We recommend applying for this opportunity if you are a local or regional artist, but will consider applicants located farther.
To apply submit the following by 11:59pm on August 31st, 2025
- Resume or CV
- Exhibition design using the Window Gallery map attached below
- 5 images
- Proposal: one page long in PDF format, outline your intent for an exhibition in the Window Gallery. Maximum of 800 words. Each exhibition is scheduled to run for approximately 2 months. UrbanGlass typically hosts an opening reception on the opening week of the show. In your proposal, please include your preferred exhibition dates in order of preference:
January 14-February 27, 2026
March 11-May 1, 2026
May 13-June 26, 2026
July 8-August 28, 2026
September 9-October 23, 2026
Artists will receive an honorarium of $500 to be given at the end of installation. Artists are responsible for both installation and deinstallation of Window Gallery exhibitions. This includes wall repair during deinstallation, i.e., patching and sanding of any holes or blemishes created by the artist. If you need assistance in installing or uninstalling the work, the UrbanGlass exhibition manager can coordinate help to be paid for by the artist. As the gallery staff is small, they are unable to dedicate time to assist in this part of the process.
Artists whose exhibitions are selected for this opportunity are asked to provide the following 3 months prior to the opening of their show in the space: 3-4 images of works in the show, a brief artist bio, and and exhibition essay (max 800 words). 1 month prior to the exhibition opening, artists submit a completed loan agreement and title list (with insurance values).
*Artists who have shown in the Window Gallery prior to 2021 can apply for this opportunity with new work.
Please contact Meg Wachs at meg@urbanglass.org with questions about the content of your submission.
Please contact Zealous via the Online Chat or info@zealous.co for technical support with your submission.
