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Lure of the Local 5 / Love Letters

Who Can Apply: Open to all artists of any medium and skill level
The Focus: Annual curated exhibition celebrating local artists exploring the theme "Love Letters"
The Funding: Free to apply and participate; awards include Critic's Choice Award ($150), People's Choice Award ($150), and MAC 10th Anniversary Purchase Award
Key Requirements: Upload each artwork with title, date, medium, size, and value (or "NFS"); submit up to 10 pieces via Artwork Archive

DeadlineSunday, August 30, 2026

Award1 Critic's Choice Award $150 prize + 3 Honorable Mentions; 1 People's Choice Award $150 prize + Runner up; MAC 10th Anniversary Purchase Award

Application fee$0

Program datesOct 16, 2026 – Nov 22, 2026

LocationMundelein, IL

ParticipationOn-site

Career stagesAll Stages

Application notesSubmission limit: 10 pieces. Free Artwork Archive account required to apply (no subscription needed). For community-focused interactive artworks, submit separate PDF proposal to skalmanovsky.arts@outlook.com with project title, concept, execution plan, budget, and images.

Contactcmalec@mundelein.org

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Mundelein Arts Commission

Organization based in Mundelein