Image: Moment of Transition (detail) by Stephanie Sailer
Call for Artists:
Whispers from the Unfamiliar
Exhibition Dates: August 7 – September 18, 2026
Whispers from the Unfamiliarinvites artists to explore their relationship with the unknown . . . the quiet, unfiltered thoughts that flutter internally before taking shape in the real world. Intuition perceives our surroundings and understanding of self long before our conscious mind constructs words to rationalize them. The unfamiliar whispers in silent moments, revealing hidden emotions, forgotten histories, and subtle echoes of understanding. It weaves narratives while we sleep and wakes us with instant clarity and purpose. By embracing this unconscious conversation, we uncover insight into our identities and the world we inhabit.
We encourage artists to reflect on the whispers they encounter in these quiet moments. What messages do they convey to you? What stories are waiting to be told?
Curator, Stephanie Sailor
Guidelines:
Applicants must be current CSI members.
If you are not a current member click here
Contact Info: Name, address, phone, email, website
Include 1 to 3 jpeg images
Title, medium, size, price (with 30% donation added) or NFS
2D, 3D and 4D work accepted - Sculptural work encouraged
Open interpretations of the exhibit theme are welcomed.
The artist is responsible for all shipping costs related to the delivery and return of the sculpture.
A pre-paid return shipping label must be included inside the package in a clearly visible location for the installers.
Please note: We are requesting that exhibiting artists cover 1 or 2 gallery-sitting shifts during the duration of this show.
Submission Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026
The submission form can be completed here
Important Dates:
Artwork Dropoff: Sat/Sun, August 1-2
Opening Reception: Friday, August 7, from 6-9 pm
Exhibit Dates: August 7 – September 18, 2026CSI Project Space is located at 1912 N. Damen in Chicago.
Image credit: Stephanie Sailer