The Art in the Wilds committee has announced plans for the 2025 show and invites artists and artisans to apply for this annual juried fine art and fine craft event. The 2025 Art in the Wilds will take place on June 28 and 29 in Evergreen Park, Kane.

Applications are now open, and the deadline for artists to apply to exhibit their work in the show is March 1. A panel of judges will review submissions, evaluating works for their quality, visual impact and mastery of craft.

The committee strives to create a balanced showcase of diverse media, highlighting the talent of artists from this region and beyond. Selected artists will be notified by the end of March. New artists are especially encouraged to apply.

Kane’s annual art show will run rain or shine, with artist setup available on the afternoon of Friday, June 28, followed by an artist reception that evening. Art in the Wilds is dedicated to showcasing original, handmade art.

Some items, however, are not eligible for the show. They include commercial or mass-produced items; works made from kits, molds or patterns; items featuring logos; or dried florals, calendars, personal care products or edible goods.

Artists can apply online through Zapplication.com (accessible via www.artinthewilds.org or directly at www.zapplication.org, search “Art in the Wilds”). Applications must include an artist statement, a description of the creative process (particularly for unique media),and seven high-quality images of the artist’s work.

For additional details on application requirements, visit the Art in the Wilds website: www.artinthewilds.org/artist-info.html.

Art in the Wilds is a 501c3 non-profit corporation committed to supporting fine art and fine craft. Donations to support this mission are tax-deductible. Learn more at www.artinthewilds.org.