Kaleidoscope 2026
Fine Art Exhibit Dates: November 6 - 15, First Presbyterian Church
Entry Deadline: October 21
Kaleidoscope 2026 Fine Art Information
Kaleidoscope is the Guild's large members only exhibit highlighting the finest artwork of our membership. The exhibit will be juried for money awards, as well as for honorable mentions.
This year the Fine Art exhibit will be located at First Presbyterian Church, 300 E Grand River Ave, Brighton and will be open from Friday, November 6th through Sunday, November 15th.
The Gallery Store will be located at the CoBACH Building, 202 W. Main St., Brighton and will be open Thursday, November 5th through Sunday November 15th.
See the Task Schedule for the open days and hours.
Prior to the Artist Reception on Friday, November 6 there will be a Walk-through with the juror, Craig Paul Nowak from 3pm - 4pm. The artist reception will be from 4pm - 7pm with refreshments and beverages for the members, guests and the public.
All Brighton Art Guild Members are encouraged to submit 1 piece of fine art for the Kaleidoscope 2026 Fine Art exhibit.
The maximum WIDTH for 2D work is 48” (including frame).
Kaleidoscope Exhibit Agreement
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Submissions shall constitute an agreement to comply with all the conditions set forth in this entry form. We reserve the right to photograph and reproduce in any form the Kaleidoscope 2026 entries for purposes of publicity and/or education.
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The Brighton Art Guild, and its agents acting on behalf of the Guild, are not responsible for loss of or damage to any artwork while in the Guild’s possession. Insurance is the responsibility of each artist.
Fine Art Date Information
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Fine Art Exhibit Dates: November 6 - 15, First Presbyterian Church
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Entry Fee: $25, Fee covers the fine art entry and gallery store entries
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Entry Deadline: October 21
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Intake: November 4, 5-7 pm at exhibit site, First Presbyterian Church, 300 E Grand River Ave, Brighton
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Artist Reception: November 6, 4-7 pm
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Fine Art Take Down/Pick Up at First Presbyterian Church: November 16, 4pm-6pm
Fine Art Entry Process
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Brighton Art Guild members only. Must be a Brighton Art Guild Member prior to the entry deadline of October 21, 2026.
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For each Fine Art submition you must complete the Standard Artwork Submission Form
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Due to space limitations, only one fine art piece can be accepted.
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All artwork will be submitted in person at First Presbyterian Church November 4, 4-7pm
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Art may be for sale or not for sale (NFS). The Brighton Art Guild receives a commission of 20% on all artwork sold at Kaleidoscope in both the exhibit and the Gallery Store.
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Entry fees are non-refundable.
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Everyone is asked to help with one of the task listed below. If you are unable to help with a task, then we ask that you sign up for a CoBACH Greeter shift.
Fine Art Eligibility & Requirements
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All fine art artwork must be original, created solely by the artist, must be dry and wired. If the work is created from photographs the photographs must have been taken by the artist.
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Artwork previously exhibited at Kaleidoscope is not eligible.
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Artwork must be in excellent condition, ready for secure installation and properly labeled before delivery.
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The Fine Art Inventory Labels will be created from the information provided on the Standard Artwork Submission Form. Completed Fine Art Inventory Labels will be emailed to participants prior to art take-in.
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All 2D work must be framed and ready for hanging with hooks and a wire. Wires cannot extend above top of frame and sawtooth hangers will be rejected. How To Tie Wire On Picture Frames
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Canvases may be framed, wrapped, or have painted sides.
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All 3D work must be free standing, stand on a pedestal, or hang securely with wire or rod.
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Unsuitably prepared, hazardous, unstable, or extremely fragile work will be declined. Submit alternative installation methods for consideration to brightonartguild@gmail.com prior to October 21, 2026.
Kaleidoscope 2026 Gallery Store Information
Fine Art Date Information
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Gallery Store Dates: November 5 - 15, CoBACH Building
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Entry Deadline: October 28
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Intake: November 4, 5-7 pm at exhibit site, CoBACH, 202 W. Main St., Brighton
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Gallery Store Take Down/Pick Up at CoBACH: November 15, 5pm-7pm
Gallery Store Eligibility & Requirements
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All artwork in the Gallery Store must be for sale.
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Artists must drop off their items to a Gallery Shop team member, Wednesday, November 4th from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the exhibit site, CoBACH.
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Display of your Gallery Store artwork is determined only by the Gallery Store Curator in order to maintain a cohesive display.
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For each Gallery Store item submitted you must complete the Standard Artwork Submission Form
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The Gallery Store Inventory Labels will be created from the information provided on the Standard Artwork Submission Form. Completed Gallery Store Inventory Labels will be emailed to participants prior to art take-in.
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The Gallery Store Inventory Labels will be emailed to all participants prior to the Gallery Store Take-in time.
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All Gallery Store Inventory Labels must be affixed to the back or bottom of each item.
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Each artist can have up to ten pieces included in the Gallery Store, priced $200 or less.
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Framed or matted items cannot exceed 11x17. Smaller 2d items may need tabletop easels or will lay flat. Non-compliant items will not be displayed.
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Some print bins will be available. No canvases allowed in print bins. Artists can also bring in their own bins.
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All items must be wired if intended for hanging. Wires cannot extend above top of frame and sawtooth hangers will be rejected. How To Tie Wire On Picture Frames
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Artists may submit replacements for items sold. Drop off your replacement items with the store cashier after the event opening. You may not add any replacement items to your display. All replacement items must have a Gallery Store Inventory Label. The Standard Artwork Submission Form must be used for the creation of the label. When adding additional items to the Gallery Store, please send an email to brightonartguild@gamil.com after you have completed the Standard Artwork Submission Form. This will notify someone the complete the creation of the new Gallery Store Inventory Labels. The new label will be emailed to you. The inventory label must be adhered to all artwork. A Gallery Store team member will place your item.
2D ITEMS
Matted prints and originals: No individual item may exceed 200 square inches. All items must be professionally wrapped with cellophane covers. Originals and prints should be labeled so. Artists can provide an appropriate bin for their artwork. Clear acrylic containers are preferable. Your matted artwork may be combined with other artists in the Guilds free-standing portfolio bins.
Cards: Cards may be displayed with other artist’s work. If you have a simple bin for your cards, please bring it with your merchandise. No baskets. Business cards are not allowed.
Framed / canvas art: No item may exceed 200 square inches (e.g. 11” x 17”), including frame. Artists are responsible for protecting their work and frames on take-in.
3D ITEMS
Jewelry: Provide a professional-looking display for your jewelry. Up to 10 pieces. If the Gallery store curator does not feel your display is professional, we reserve the right to change it or reject it.
Pottery / Glass: Maximum size 12” high x 12” wide. You may provide a small display riser for each piece, but they are not required.
Fiber: Scarves, fiber sculptures, and fiber art are acceptable. Sculptures and fiber art pieces are limited to no more than 12” high x 12” wide. No size limit on scarves.
Note: If you provide any display equipment, discretely mark it with your last name and add a note to your inventory list when you deliver your artwork so that we can be sure to return it to you.
If you have a question about whether your item size is appropriate for your store entry, please contact Amy Williams, the Gallery Store curator at: Amyteresewilliams@gmail.com
Sold Artwork: Sold artwork money will be collected by the Brighton Art Guild, along with sales tax for the State of Michigan. Payments to the artists for their sold work will be mailed to them minus a 20% commission received by the Brighton Art Guild. Please allow time for the monies to be reconciled.
Questions? Contact Bob Wollenhaupt. Kaleidoscope Chair at rwollenhaupt@gmail.com
Kaleidoscope 2026 Entry Fee
The $25 entry fee covers one fine art entry and ten gallery store entries
Kaleidoscope 2026 Fine Art Awards
1st Place - $300
2nd Place - $200
3rd Place - $100
Juror's Award - $75
People's Choice - $50
Honorable Mentions - $25
Honorable Mentions - $25
Honorable Mentions - $25
Honorable Mentions - $25
Honorable Mentions - $25
Kaleidoscope Juror
Craig Paul Nowak
Arts educator and award-winning artist Craig Paul Nowak is known for painting deeply personal portraiture and making life-cast ceramic faces within the community.
He teaches at the College for Creative Studies and provides arts mentoring and collector consultations through Sapien Sanctum Inc.
As the former Manager for the Creative Expressions Program at a nonprofit that served people with disabilities and the current Art & Gallery Coordinator for Glacier Hills, a Senior Living Community, Nowak has continued to share his his love of art and creativity with people from all walks of life.
It is a lot of work to prepare for Kaleidoscope and to staff the site as you can see by the Task Schedule below. We can only do this with the help of our membership.
The Task Schedule itself is not selectable. To sign up for a task use the form below the Task Schedule. You can sign up for one or more of the listed task.
If you are not able to help during Kaleidoscope you can still include your artwork in the fine art exhibit, in that case you will need to sign up to be a greeter at CoBACH.
Kaleidoscope 2026 Entry Fee
The $25 entry fee covers one fine art entry and ten gallery store entries
If you used the button higher up on this page to pay the Entry Fee you do not need to pay again here.
Kaleidoscope 2026 Artwork Submission
All Kaleidoscope Fine Art and Gallery Store items will be using the Standard Artwork Submission Form.
Due to space limitations, only one fine art piece can be accepted. The maximum artwork width is 48"
Initially only 10 Gallery Store items will be accepted. Additional Gallery Store items can be added to replenish items that have sold. This rule applies to everyone.