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Voces y Visiones:
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A Celebration of Hispanic Artists 
​​Una Celebración de Artistas Hispanos
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Quad City Arts, in collaboration with Mercado on Fifth, invites Hispanic/Latin/Latinx artists ages 18 and older, residing within 250 miles of the Quad Cities, to submit original artwork for Visions and Voices: A Celebration of Hispanic Artists, a juried group exhibition celebrating the creativity, culture, and diverse perspectives of Hispanic artists in our region. 
  
The exhibition will be on view at Quad City Arts’ Rock Island Gallery from October 10 – December 5, 2025. Artists may submit up to three original works in any visual art medium, including painting, photography, sculpture, textile, mixed media, ceramics, and more. All artwork must be original and created by the submitting artist. Reproductions will not be accepted. 
  
Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of art professionals and evaluated on originality, technical skill, composition, impact, and craftsmanship. Selected works must be professionally presented and ready for gallery installation. 
  
This exhibition is part of a broader collaboration with Mercado on Fifth to amplify artistic voices through community storytelling, cultural celebration, and public engagement. First time participating in an exhibition? Don’t worry! We’re here to support you and help you share your voice through art. If you have questions in English or Spanish, feel free to reach out to us by phone at 309.793.1213 or by email at [email protected]. 
  
Important Dates: 
  • September 15, 2025 (by midnight): Digital submissions due 
  • September 22, 2025: Notification of selection 
  • October 4, 2025 (by 5:00 PM): Deadline for selected artwork to arrive at Quad City Arts 
  • October 10, 2025, 5–8 PM: Opening Reception with music and food 
  • December 6, 2025, 11:00 AM–4:30 PM: Artwork pickup at Quad City Arts 
  
Key Details: 
  • Eligibility: Hispanic/Latin/Latinx artists, 18+, within 250 miles of the Quad Cities 
  • Media: All visual art forms accepted 
  • Submission Limit: Up to 3 original works 
  • Exhibition Dates: October 10 – December 5, 2025 
  • Location: Quad City Arts Rock Island Gallery ​

Español

Quad City Arts, en colaboración con Mercado on Fifth, invita a artistas hispanos/latinos/latines de 18 años en adelante, que vivan dentro de un radio de 250 millas de los Quad Cities, a participar en Voces y Visiones: Una Celebración de Artistas Hispanos. Una exposición colectiva con jurado que busca destacar la creatividad, la cultura y las diferentes perspectivas de artistas emergentes y establecidos de nuestra región. 
La muestra estará abierta al público en la galería de Quad City Arts en Rock Island del 10 de octubre al 5 de diciembre de 2025. Puedes enviar hasta tres obras originales en cualquier tipo de arte visual: pintura, fotografía, escultura, textil, arte mixto, cerámica, papel maché y más. Las obras deben ser tuyas, creadas por ti. No se aceptarán reproducciones. 
Las obras serán evaluadas por un panel de profesionales del arte tomando en cuenta la originalidad, técnica, composición, impacto y presentación. Si tu obra es seleccionada, deberá estar lista para exhibirse en galería (enmarcada, montada, o lista para colgar, o según el caso). 
Esta exposición es parte de un esfuerzo más grande con Mercado on Fifth para darle voz a nuestras historias, celebrar la cultura y conectar con la comunidad a través del arte. ¿Primera vez participando en una exhibición? ¡No te preocupes! Estamos aquí para apoyar y ayudarte a compartir tu voz a través del arte. Si tienes preguntas en inglés o español, no dudes en comunicarte con nosotros. Por teléfono a 309.793.1213 o por email [email protected]. 

Fechas Importantes: 
  • 15 de septiembre de 2025 (hasta medianoche): Último día para enviar tu propuesta digital 
  • 22 de septiembre de 2025: Aviso de obras seleccionadas 
  • 4 de octubre de 2025 (hasta las 5 p.m.): Fecha límite para entregar obras en Quad City Arts 
  • 10 de octubre de 2025, de 5 a 8 p.m.: Inauguración con música y comida 
  • 6 de diciembre de 2025, de 11 a.m. a 4:30 p.m.: Recogida de obras 

​¿Quién puede participar? 
  • Artistas hispanos/latinos/latinx de 18 años o más 
  • Que vivan dentro de 250 millas de los Quad Cities 
  • En cualquier etapa de su carrera artística 
  • Que trabajen en cualquier medio de arte visual 

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  • Programs
    • Art Services
    • Visiting Artist Series
    • Public Sculpture Program
    • Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship Program
    • Arts Dollars Grant Program
  • Events
    • All Events
    • Quad City Arts Presents
    • Chalk Art Fest
    • Riverssance Festival
    • 2025 High School Art Invitational
    • Celebration of the Arts & Lloyd Awards
    • Festival of Trees
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    • Rock Island Gallery
    • Airport Gallery
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