Above: Moment of Transition (detail) by Stephanie Sailer, multi-media

Call for Artists:

Whispers from the Unfamiliar

Exhibition Dates:
August 7-September 18, 2026

Whispers from the Unfamiliar invites 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

Important Dates:

Submission Deadline: Friday, July 10, 2026
(The submission form can be completed here)
Artwork Dropoff: Sat/Sun, August 1-2
Opening Reception: Friday, August 7, from 6-9 pm
Exhibit Dates: August 7 – September 18, 2026

CSI Project Space is located at 1912 N. Damen in Chicago.

Image credit:  Stephanie Sailer