The Acorn Center for the Performing Arts transforms into a visual art space with our initiative, Art at The Acorn.
Currently on View:
Debbie Novak: And/ Or
A Graphic Design degree from University of Illinois Chicago expanded Debbie Novak's creative skills and interests and launched her into a world of visual communication. Photography, typography and composition dug deep under her skin and became a way of seeing the world and telling its stories. As editor of a music 'zine in the ‘80s and during a long career as a high school photography and design teacher, she has always made work that tells us something about ourselves or each other. It is the powerful ability of Art to communicate that sparks all of Debbie’s art, regardless of materials.
Art at The Acorn: Open House for Debbie Novak – And / Or
We remain open for Artist Submissions for consideration for a future exhibition.
Our current exhibition, And/ Or, will be on view through December. Artwork exhibitions rotate once approximately every three months. One Artist is featured during each exhibition/rotation period. Depending on size, generally up to ten to twenty pieces can be displayed.
Upcoming rotation periods are:
- October through December 2025 - Debbie Novak: And / Or
- January through March 2026
- April through June 2026
- July through September 2026
- October through December 2026
Interested artists should fill out an Art at The Acorn Artist Submission Form.
The Art at The Acorn Artist Submission Form remains open for submissions as we consider interested artists for future rotation periods.
If selected to be a featured artist for Art at The Acorn, additional exhibition terms will be discussed and a written agreement will be required. Transportation and installation of artwork is the responsibility of the artist. Artists must also provide their own insurance coverage and have the ability to take payment for the sale of their work.
Please contact Nikki Gauthier with any questions.