
Call for Artists! Apply for the ALG Fine Art Visiting Artists Show 2025
“Poetic License - Art to Navigate a Beautiful, Messy World”
We are thrilled to open applications for our upcoming Visiting Artists Show “Poetic Licence - Art to Navigate a Beautiful, Messy World,” inspired by the profound and insightful poetry of J.K. Kennedy and her captivating book, Clumsy Beauty.
At ALG Fine Art, we believe in the transformative power of art to illuminate our world. J.K. Kennedy’s work invites us to embrace the beautiful contradictions of life – the joy and the sorrow, the order and the chaos. This show is an invitation to explore these themes through your artistic lens, taking inspiration from these four powerful poems within Clumsy Beauty:
- “Creativity:” The spark, the process, the boundless imagination.
- “Experiments:” The courage to try, to fail, to discover anew.
- “The Destination:” The journey's end, the unexpected arrival, the meaning found.
- “From the Thoughts Pile:” Finding happiness in the little things. (All the submissions in this category need to be 14x14” or smaller.)
Are you an artist ready to use your “Poetic License” to translate the essence of these poems into captivating visual narratives?

- Explore the four inspirational poems we have chosen from Clumsy Beauty. You can pick up a copy from Amazon or collect a complimentary copy from ALG Fine Art (while supplies last) during our standard opening hours, Wednesday - Saturday 11am-4pm.
- Create a piece of art based on the poem that resonates with your artistic perspective and inspires you to use your “Poetic License.” We welcome display-ready submissions in all mediums, from painting and sculpture to mixed media and digital art.
- Fill out the application form below before submissions close on Wednesday, August 13th. You may submit as many artworks as you would like us to consider.
- All artists will be notified of their acceptance status via email by Friday, August 22nd.
- “Poetic License - Art to Navigate a Beautiful, Messy World,” the Visiting Artists Show will open on Saturday, October 4th.
Countdown to Application Closing
About ALG Fine Art
ALG Fine Art is in the heart of the Dallas Design District, the creative hub of the community. More than just a physical gallery space, the ALG is a warm and inviting luxury art buying experience with the rare energy and excitement of an open art studio. Believing that a rising tide lifts all boats, it's an open, creative hub that fosters innovation, collaboration, support, and excellence in the world of art.
We have built a reputation for curating immersive art experiences that elevate artists and inspire the community. We are honored that our shows regularly draw crowds of 300+ art enthusiasts and collectors on opening night alone, with a curated email list of over 2k art lovers and a steady stream of visitors during our weekly open hours from Wednesday to Saturday on the iconic Dragon Street.

Be part of a powerful exploration of modern life through art
As an ALG Visiting Artist, you will:
- Share your artistry with a new audience.
- Have the opportunity to sell your art and connect with new collectors.
- Build your artist profile.
- Gain exposure on our social media channels and email list.
- Benefit from our expertise in promoting contemporary art.
- Display your artwork among a variety of renowned and upcoming artists, each with a unique perspective, voice, and impact when using their “Poetic License.”
- Network with talented artists and industry professionals at our events, which have become a hub for the creative community.
- With the poems from Clumsy Beauty as a rich source of creative inspiration, have your voice heard in a symphony of remarkable visual storytelling.
“Poetic License - Art to Navigate a Beautiful, Messy World,” the Visiting Artists Show promises to be a truly special experience for artists and our community of art enthusiasts.
We can't wait to see how J. K. Kennedy’s poems inspire your next masterpiece!

How to submit an application for “Poetic License”
Please fill out the form below with all your details and the story of your piece so we have everything we need to showcase your artwork.
If you have any questions, please feel free to email us at isabelle@algfineart.com.
Submissions are now closed.