AUBURN, Ala.- Professional, student and amateur artists and craftspersons ages 18 and older are invited to submit pieces to be featured in the 2025 Winter Show at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center, PAPERWORKS. Those interested are encouraged to submit two original new or recent works with paper as the creative medium.

Works can be on paper and/or made of any type of paper. Subject matter, art mediums and techniques are open.

Two-Dimensional Works – drawings, prints, collages, paintings, etc. All 2-D works on paper must be matted (or mounted) and framed. Frames should have plexiglass (no glass) and be correctly wired for hanging. They may also be presented in wired frames without any plexiglass. All 2-D wall pieces and unframed works must have appropriate hanging means.

Three-Dimensional Works – sculpture, constructions, paper mache, origami, embossing, etc. Free-standing 3-D works should be stable. Size/weight are optional, but they may require assistance by the artist. All 3-D wall pieces must have adequate hanging means.

Labels attached to work should include the artist's name, address, phone number, email, title and price, if for sale.

There is no entry fee. Works may be listed for sale. Not all entries will be accepted for inclusion in the exhibition. A public reception will be held during the exhibition.

All entries are due by Monday, Jan 6. Entries can be hand-delivered to the Art Gallery at the Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center from 9 to 4 p.m. For more information, call 334-501-2963 or email auburnarts@bellsouth.net.

The Jan Dempsey Community Arts Center offers a variety of opportunities in the Auburn area to experience both visual and performing arts, entertain and develop new ideas, cultivate new talent and provide ways for the community to come together. There are classes and workshops for all ages, art exhibits shown in the center’s gallery, community theatre programs and special events held throughout the year. To learn more about the Arts Center, you can visit auburnalabama.org/arts.