Ongoing Non-Juried Exhibits
Active members are encouraged to participate in the following non-juried exhibit opportunities at local businesses throughout Ann Arbor (hanging dates are announced in our newsletters and emailed announcements), where many members have had their artwork purchased without any commission charged by the sites.
A flat fee of $5 per artist is charged per hanging (regardless of the number of pieces hung), and is collected by the site coordinators at the time of hanging.
Shows change every 8-12 weeks, depending on the site, and all work must remain hanging for the show's duration.
All work should be framed, wired, and ready to hang with contact information attached to the back. Please note: Although these exhibitions are non-juried exhibitions, unsuitable works (improperly framed; damaged or poorly constructed; inappropriate subject matter, etc.) will be refused.
A $5 penalty is charged for each piece that is not picked up at the appointed time at all exhibitions, and AAWA is not responsible for work not picked up at the conclusion of exhibitions.
All artists should make sure that their artwork is covered by their homeowners insurance, as not all of our venues cover liability for loss or damage.
ANN ARBOR SENIOR CENTER
320 Baldwin St, Ann Arbor (in Burns Park)
These one-person exhibits generally run for 8 weeks. The artist is interviewed by CTN (local television) and gives a brief artist talk at the opening night reception. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Jayna Eckler (contact info in member directory).
BAB'S UNDERGROUND LOUNGE
213 S. Ashley St, Ann Arbor
Babs is looking to showcase and promote local artists in the lounge and on their website! Exhibits are changed every 2-3 months. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Katie Halton (contact info in member directory).
CURVES FOR WOMEN
2535 Jackson Ave (Westgate Shopping Center), Ann Arbor
This women's workout facility hosts a number of 3-4-person shows lasting 2-3 months each. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Nancy Arndt (contact info in member directory).
JOE & ROSIE'S COFFEE SHOP
8074 Main St, Dexter
Artists' work will be on display for 2 months at a time. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Kath Frajbis (contact info in member directory).
MOONWINKS CAFE
5151 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor
Artists exhibit in 1-person and 2-person shows in this busy cafe. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Matruka Sherman (contact info in member directory).
NEW CENTER
1100 N. Main St, Ann Arbor
The NEW Center provides affordable office space, shared office equipment, IT services and training to nonprofits in SE Michigan. Exhibits at this venue exhibits change approximately every 3 months. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Marty Walker (contact info in member directory).
SWEETWATERS - DOWNTOWN
123 W. Washington, Ann Arbor
Exhibits are rotated approximately every 8 weeks at this busy cafe, and no nudes or violent/controversial material is allowed. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact John Murrel (contact info in member directory).
SWEETWATERS - PLYMOUTH RD
3393 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor
Exhibits are rotated approximately every 8 weeks at this busy cafe, and no nudes or violent/controversial material is allowed. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Corinne Vivian (contact info in member directory).
WHOLE FOODS - WASHTENAW
3135 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor
Whole Foods - Washtenaw hosts AAWA members in their "Art That is Local Gallery" on the mezzanine level. 3-4 artists exhibit at a time, with exhibits changing every 3 months. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Corinne Vivian (contact info in member directory).
WOMEN'S CENTER OF SE MICHIGAN
2530 S. Maple, Ann Arbor
Bright, cheerful, and uplifting 2-D works of art are always appreciated by the staff and clientele of this non-profit counseling center that promotes the empowerment of women and girls. For more information or to add your name to the list of those interested in participating, please contact Marin Perusek (contact info in member directory).
