Second’s Visual Arts Ministry
Gallery Use Policy
Mission
Second Presbyterian’s Visual Arts Ministry is grounded in the belief that we are created in the image of
God and that both the arts and faith are manifestations of the same creative Spirit. We feature a wide
spectrum of artistic expressions to create community dialogue. We believe art connects us with those
different from ourselves and nurtures the relationship between the visual arts, those who create it and
God.
Overview
1. Rotating Art Gallery Opportunity – Our Visual Arts Ministry invites artists to submit to their art
to be exhibited in the Parlor Gallery or the Library Gallery. The Parlor Gallery and Library Gallery
are used by church members and the community, but also serve as a meeting space, event
space and reception area for various groups throughout the community and beyond.
2. Art on Oak Annual Art Show – Our newest endeavor is to provide an annual art show
experience. Spaces available to exhibit works of art include the following: Witherspoon Room,
Westminster Hall, the Parlor Gallery, and the Library Gallery.
Eligibility and Selection
Open to all artists, amateur and professional, working in two-dimensional media, including photography.
Wall mounted and free standing three-dimensional work will also be considered. The exhibit spaces will
serve as a public art space and artists should take all persons, including children, into consideration
when submitting artwork. The Visual Arts Ministry members reserve the right to determine the
appropriateness and suitability of various submissions.
Exhibit Space
1. The Parlor Gallery and the Library Gallery
All work is hung from a picture hanging system that allows for various types of attachments. The
Galleries are open to the public weekdays from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and from 9:00 a.m.1:00 p.m. on Sundays. The artist can reserve a day to install your art with the Church Operations
Manager. At the conclusion of the show, the artist will be responsible for taking down the
installation and transporting their work from the church.
2. Art on Oak Annual Art Show – The gallery spaces do have the picture hanging system as
indicated above, but for Westminster Hall and the Witherspoon Room artists will need to
provide easels (table and/or standing) or a free standing grid wall (or similar unit to hang
artwork). The church has a few units for hanging artwork which will be available on a first come
first basis.
Sales
Sales will be encouraged. It is not mandatory to have artworks for sale to be eligible
for an exhibit. No percentage on any sale will be taken. The Presbyterian Church
appreciates and supports local and regional artists. All sales will be handled by the
artist. If you wish, you may number your art and prepare a corresponding
information sheet with pricing and your contact information.
Reception
1. Parlor Gallery - The artist may hold a reception on the 2nd Friday of the month. Arrangements
must be made with the church operations manager at least one month in advance of the show
to reserve a date on the calendar. Food may be brought in. Drinks may be cooled in the
refrigerator, space permitting. All napkins, glassware, tablecloths and dishes must be provided
by the artist. Cleanup must be complete and furniture arranged to its original state; a janitorial
fee of $20.00 per hour will be assessed. The Church Building Use Guidelines will apply.
2. Art on Oak Art Show – Currently, the format will be:
a. Friday Opening Reception – 6:00-8:30 P.M.
b. Saturday Art Show – 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
This art show will be open to the public. Publicity will be sent out by the church communications
director. Artists accepted into the show are free to invite guests for the Friday evening
reception. Details will be made available closer to the date of the exhibit.
Library and Parlor Gallery Use Policy
Exhibition Guidelines
How to Apply
Artists interested in this opportunity should submit one of the following:
• Digital Images - 5-10 high resolution images on a CD or DVD. It should have images
representative of the works you will be displaying at the church.
• Or a link to the artist’s website - Please indicate which page on your website you would like the
committee to view.
• Work must represent the style and medium of work you would like the committee to consider
for exhibition.
Artist Statement and Résumé
Your statement and résumé should be relevant to the work you are submitting. Consider a description
and interpretation of your work that communicates to the viewer.
Contact Information
Your name, phone number, address, and EMAIL please. Also, if you want your submission materials
returned to you, you must include a self-addressed envelope.
Submitting Materials
Interested artists should submit the proposed materials to:
Second Presbyterian Church
Attn: Visual Arts Ministry
c/o Marsha Kirsch
318 E. 55th St.
Kansas City, MO 64113
Updated: June 22, 2017