July 12 - October 5, 2024

at Belger Crane Yard Studios
2011 Tracy Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64108

The goblet or chalice has a long history filled with mysticism, power, and ritual. At its core, a goblet is defined as a footed vessel intended to hold drink. However, the common understanding of what a goblet is expands beyond its function to its inherent symbolism relating to ceremony and opulence. 

This exhibition is open to contemporary, traditional, and personal interpretations of what a goblet is and what a goblet represents. Whether it is the most pristine representation of the form, or the most out-of-the-box design, artists are invited to bring their personal styles to the table. 

Purchase Awards totaling up to $2,500 will be offered.

We hope artists feel inspired and excited by this opportunity to possibly push their craft and play with the goblet form, and we understand that for many artists this might be a new form to explore. Therefore, we are not requiring an image of the final work as part of the submission requirements. However, any images that are provided will be considered for inclusion in promotional materials. 

Requirements: 

• Artists must reside in the U.S.

• Each artist may submit one goblet.

• Size should not exceed 24 inches in any direction.

• Weight should not exceed 50 pounds.

• This exhibition will be viewed by a broad audience. We ask that the work be family friendly.

Timeline: 

• UPDATE: Accepting submissions through June 8. Please email the following.

  • A “Commitment to Participate” form [click here for form]; and/or

  • A concept proposal, process image, sketch, or photo

  • Send all emails to gallery@belgerarts.org with the subject line "Goblet - First name Last name"

  • Image and title of finished work;

  • Artist headshot, bio, artist statement; and

  • Artist website if available.

  • Send all emails to gallery@belgerarts.org with the subject line "Goblet - First name Last name"

• June 4 - June 8: Goblet delivery at the Belger Crane Yard Gallery during business hours.

• Exhibition Dates: July 12 through October 5, 2024

• July 12: Opening night and public announcement of Purchase Award Honorees

• October 4: Public announcement of People’s Choice Award Honoree

For questions or additional information, please contact the Gallery at gallery@belgerarts.org or 816-474-7316.

About Belger Arts: 

Since 2000, the Belger Arts Center has encouraged viewers to explore, question, and deepen their understanding of art and the world around them. Drawing upon the extensive Belger Collection, as well as a rich variety of local, national, and international artists, the Belger Arts Center has staged over 100 large-scale exhibitions that represent some of the best in contemporary art. 

Belger Crane Yard Studios, an arts complex dedicated to providing studio and exhibition space for artists, opened in 2013. A range of programming in ceramics education, in addition to an Artist in Residence program has made Belger a center for contemporary art. 

The Belger Glass Annex is the third Belger Arts location and opened to the public in October 2021. It is the first public glass blowing studio in Kansas City of its scale and scope. The new facility boasts state-of-the-art glass blowing equipment and tools, a furnace that holds 300 pounds of molten glass, and three workstations. The Belger Glass Annex is primed to be a Midwest hub for glass art, education, and appreciation, strengthening Kansas City’s reputation as an arts destination. 

For more information on upcoming exhibitions, classes, and workshops, or to schedule a group tour, please visit BelgerArts.org or call 816-474-7316.