Title of Exhibit: 10th annual Art of Aging: Gallery of Gratitude
Exhibit Partners: Marion Senior Services
Description of Exhibit: Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA), in pARTnership with Marion Senior Services (MSS), invites our creative senior community ages 55+ to submit artworks in any medium that relates and interprets this year’s theme: Gallery of Gratitude.
What are YOU grateful for as you think about the passage of time? Perhaps it's the lessons learned, the friendships formed, or the cherished memories that continue to bring a smile to your face. This year, we invite you to share your own stories and celebrate the wonders of aging with us. This exhibit is a celebration of life’s experiences, both big and small, and the stories that shape us all.
Eligibility: MCA Artist Members (Ages 55+)
Mediums: All mediums are encouraged and welcomed!
Entry Procedure: Each artist may submit two (2) original pieces for consideration. All entries are to be submitted digitally no later than by Monday, July 14 by 11:59p.m. Please visit our online platform to register and follow the entry process.
Link to Register and Submit Art: https://artofaging25.artcall.org/
NOTE: If you have any trouble submitting your artwork through our platform, please contact MCA staff; we will be happy to assist you during the process.
Artists’ Reception: Friday, August 1, 2025 (5 – 7 pm - RSVP at mcaocala.org!)
Exhibit Dates / Location: August 1 – 30, 2025 at Brick City Center for the Arts (23 SW Broadway St)
Deadline to Enter*: Monday, July 14, 2025 (by 11:59 pm)
Drop Off Date*: Monday, July 28, 2025 (between 10:00 am - 4:00 pm)
Pick Up Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025 (between 11:00 am - 4:00 pm)
Presenting Sponsors: Robert Boissoneault Oncology Institute and Urology Institute of Central FL
Contact: Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) | gallery@mcaocala.com | 352-369-1500
***Interested participants must read the Entry Requirements and submit their artwork through MCA’s ArtCall platform. Please note that we will not accept any artwork that has not been pre-approved by the Gallery Director & Gallery Committee. Artists will be notified of their status by email by July 21, 2025 by 5pm. Please make sure to read our Submission Guidelines on the next page and confirm the established dates before submitting.
