Call to Artists
Main Gallery

Myth and Folklore

Ancient stories. Mystical worlds. Contemporary interpretations.

We invite you to contribute to our exhibit “Myth and Folklore” at The Confluence. The show will run March 2 - April 24, 2027. The Call is open November 13, 2026 - January 27, 2027.

Across cultures and throughout human history, myths and folklore have shaped the way we understand the world, explain the unknown, and connect with one another. From ancient gods and supernatural beings to whispered legends, ancestral traditions, and stories passed down through generations, these narratives reflect our collective imagination, fears, beliefs, and desires.

What Is Myth? What Is Folklore?

Myth encompasses traditional stories that seek to explain the mysteries of existence, the origins of the natural world, and humanity’s relationship with the divine and supernatural. Often populated by gods, spirits, heroes, and fantastical creatures, myths reveal the beliefs and cosmologies of the cultures from which they emerge.

Folklore is the rich tapestry of stories, customs, legends, superstitions, and traditions shared within communities and passed from one generation to the next. It lives in fairy tales, ghost stories, trickster figures, magical creatures, folk practices, and ancestral wisdom.

Both continue to evolve, finding new meaning and relevance in our contemporary world.

Artistic Exploration

Myth & Folklore seeks artwork that reimagines, interprets, challenges, or celebrates these timeless narratives through a contemporary lens. Themes may include:

•  Ancient mythology, deities, heroes, and supernatural beings

•  Folktales, fables, and oral traditions

•  Mysticism, magic, ritual, and the unseen world

•  Cryptids, mythical creatures, spirits, and legendary figures

•  Ancestral memory, cultural identity, and inherited storytelling

•  Humans, nature, and the supernatural

•  Contemporary reinterpretations of traditional myths and legends

•  Personal mythologies and newly imagined folklore

We are particularly interested in work that moves beyond literal illustration to offer fresh perspectives, unexpected interpretations, and compelling visual narratives. Artists drawing on culturally specific or sacred traditions are encouraged to approach their subjects with respect and thoughtful consideration.

Step into the extraordinary. Reimagine the familiar. Bring ancient stories to life.

Curators: Sarah Jo Lightner and Salyna Gracie

Artists are encouraged to include a brief description of the myth, legend, tradition, or personal narrative informing their work, where applicable.

Submission Guidelines

Number of pieces to submit: up to 4

Each piece must be:

• Your own original work

• Available for sale

• Created in the last 3 years

• Never previously shown in Okanogan County

• Any size

• Any medium including painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber arts, jewelry, mixed media, assemblage, installation, digital art, and experimental or interdisciplinary forms. Representational and abstract interpretations are encouraged.

• Ready to hang  -  your work must include hardware and hanging wire secured to each work. Any work that is not professionally presented may not be hung.

Please Note: Curators have the right to refuse work if it does not contribute to the direction, cohesiveness, or available space of the exhibit.

DEADLINES

By January 27, 2027

• Fill out the online submission form with completed pieces at confluencegallery.wufoo.com/forms/myth-and-folklore

  • Please note: each piece will need a separate entry

  • Artists are encouraged to include a brief description of the myth, legend, tradition, or personal narrative informing their work, where applicable.

• Email high-quality JPGs (300dpi) of work to exhibits@confluencegallery.org for consideration of use in our promotional materials.

By February 19, 2027

• Completed works to The Confluence

• The Confluence contract completed

• Artist onboarding form completed

March 6, 2027 –EXHIBIT OPENS

• Opening reception 5-7 PM at The Confluence: Art in Twisp

April 24, 2027 – EXHIBIT CLOSES

Work will be available for pick up 10 AM – 2pm on Sunday, April 25, and Monday April 26. Please contact The Confluence at creative@confluencegallery.org if you need to make other arrangements beyond those dates and times. All work must be picked up by May 26, 2027, unless further arrangements are made.

The Confluence is a non-profit gallery. All shipping costs to and from the gallery of unsold works are each artist’s responsibility. See The Confluence Shipping Procedures form for details.

E-mail creative@confluencegallery.org or call The Confluence at (509) 997-2787 if you have any questions about this exhibit or the application guidelines. We look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

Sarah Jo Lightner and Salyna Gracie

Curators

APPLICATION LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT INFO

• Shipping: The Confluence is a non-profit gallery. All shipping arrangements and costs to and from the gallery of unsold works are each artist’s responsibility. See The Confluence Shipping Procedures Form [PDF] for details.

• Commissions: The Confluence offers a commission structure of 60/40 to non-members artists and 65/35 to member artists.

QUESTIONS? Email (creative@confluencegallery.org), or call Creative Coordinator, Gus, at The Confluence (509) 997-2787. We look forward to hearing from you.