2026 Call for Entries
About SculptureTour Salina:
SculptureTour Salina (STS) is an annual juried competition and exhibition in Salina, Kansas. Salina is an extraordinary community boasting cultural organizations and venues of national acclaim. The exhibition is open to all artists creating works suitable for outdoor display. Between 20 and 25 sculptures are selected and carefully sited in historic downtown Salina. Sculptures remain installed for one year and the program is marketed to provide both viewing enjoyment to community and visitors as well as a sales opportunity for participating artists. To date, more than 40 sculptures have been purchased through STS exhibits, including fourteen People's Choice winners. It's important to note that pieces have been commissioned from participating artists as well. The City designates up to $20,000 for the purchase of the People's Choice Award winner. The sculpture is then installed in a public environment within the community. In addition to the People's Choice Award, $4,750 in Juror's Merit Awards and $1,500 in public Merit Awards will also be given.
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Exhibition Selection:
Consideration is given to quality of work, artistic merit, design, craftsmanship, creative use of materials, scale, weather appropriate, along with durability and safety for community display. Works will be selected in a wide range of media and expression.
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STS Policies:​
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Selected sculptures will be on display for one year, early May through early April.
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Sculptures are required to remain installed for the duration of the exhibition.
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A stipend of $1,500 is awarded for each accepted sculpture.
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One-night complimentary stay per artist.
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Artists have the option to list their artwork for sale.
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Artists have the option to participate in the People’s Choice Award program. (See application form.)
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SculptureTour Salina retains 25% commission on all sold artwork.
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STS provides technical assistance during installation of artwork.
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Artist Requirements:
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All artwork must be the original work of the submitting artist.
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Artists must complete the online application HERE.
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Artists are responsible for round-trip shipment of artwork and may opt to provide installation instruction or personally assist with installation of the work(s).
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Artists may submit up to three (3) sculptures for consideration.
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Artworks submitted must have at least one dimension that is no less than three (3) feet, excluding base.
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ONLY high resolution (1920 x 1920 pixels minimum) digital baseline JPEG images will be accepted. No progressive JPEG files will be accepted.
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Artwork images must be submitted within the online application.
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Artists MUST submit three (3) separate views of each artwork (front, side and back). Artworks submitted without three views may not be considered.
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Artists are to designate whether the artwork is for sale and provide a purchase price.
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Artists must designate whether the piece is to be considered for the People’s Choice Award program (listed purchase price up to $20,000)
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Artist’s resume/short bio/statement must be included in the online application.
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An artist's statement about each piece must be included in the application.
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Submission Requirements:​
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Completed entry form online.
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Artist’s resume/short bio.
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Three high resolution JPEG images per artwork clearly showing front, side and back views.
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A brief artist statement of each piece submitted to be shared with the jurors and public.
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Applications MUST be submitted online by December 31, 2025. Late entries will not be accepted.
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SculptureTour Salina
PO Box 586 Salina, KS 67402-0586
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Questions:
Questions: Mike Hoppock at 785-823-7223
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Online Application:
Please follow this link to apply online
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If you need assistance or accommodations with the application, please contact:
Awards:
A juror will be selected to award $4,750 in cash during the opening day SculptureTour - May 2, 2026. Juror's Awards will be announced and presented during the UnWrap Party.
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Juror's Merit Awards:
Sylvia Rice Best of Show: $2,500
Merit Award: $1,500
Merit Award: $750
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People's Choice Awards:
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The People's choice Award is decided by the public. The sculpture with the most votes by ballot through December 31st will be purchased by the City of Salina at listed sale price, up to $20,000.
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People's Merit Award - $1,000 award to the artist based on 2nd highest total number of votes.
Children's Merit Award - $500 award to the artist is based on highest number of votes by children 18 and under.
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Calendar:
December 31, 2025: Applications due
January 21, 2026: Jury notification
April 2026: De-installation of 2025 exhibit, Installation of 2026 exhibit begins
May 2, 2026: Opening day, UnWrap Party, Juror’s Merit Awards Announced
May 2, 2026 – April 2027: Exhibit open
May 2-December 31, 2026: People’s Choice
Award Voting Period
January 2027: People’s Choice Award Announcement
April 2027: De-installation of 2026 exhibit
May 31, 2027: All pieces must be retrieved from Salina, or storage fees or $50 per month will commence.
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