Open Call

🎨Featured Artist

For the 17th Annual Inclusive Voices Luncheon

presented by PACE (Program to Aid Citizen Enterprise)

🗓️Friday, September 19, 2025📍 Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown

Who We Are

Inclusive Voices is PACE’s signature annual event, convening over 300 civic and community leaders, nonprofit changemakers, and regional partners for powerful, table-based dialogue. Rooted in equity and storytelling, the event uplifts voices that inspire change—and each year, we feature a local artist whose work speaks to these same values.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a Pittsburgh-based BIPOC visual artist who has participated in PACE’s Pittsburgh Cultural Treasures Initiative (PCTI) program. Artists should submit 2 to 3 existing pieces that reflect the spirit of Inclusive Voices—centered on community, inclusivity, identity, and growth.
📌Please note: This is not a commissioned project. Artists will not be expected to create new work.

The Selected Artist Will:

  • Be featured in all event marketing and promotions
  • Have up to 5 pieces of their artwork displayed at the networking reception
  • Be invited to participate as a Conversationalist, leading a table discussion at the luncheon
  • Have their artwork featured on the official Save the Date, e-blasted to over 2,000 PACE constituents and mailing list members
  • Receive a stipend for participation
  • Gain visibility among more than 300 regional leaders and community stakeholders
To see how last year’s Featured Artwork was used, visit:
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Eligibility:

  • BIPOC visual artists based in the Pittsburgh region
  • Participants of PACE’s PCTI (Pittsburgh Cultural Treasures Initiative)
  • Visual artists working in painting, photography, illustration, mixed media, or similar formats

How to Apply

To be considered as the Featured Artist for Inclusive Voices 2025, please complete the application form by Thursday, June 13, 2025:
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The form will ask you to provide:
  • Contact Information
  • 2–3 images of artwork that reflect the Inclusive Voices theme
    • Titles and Artwork Descriptions
  • A short artist bio
All submissions will be reviewed by PACE’s Advancement Committee, with the final selection made during the committee’s June 26, 2025 meeting.
For questions or additional information, contact:
Kristin H. Walker
Director of Strategic Advancement
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kwalker@pacepgh.org