Art Exhibits - Lotvin Family Gallery in Hopkinton, MA

The Lotvin Family Gallery

The HCA opened this beautiful exhibition space in 2015 through a generous donation by Lorelei and Alan Lotvin. Its purpose is to provide adventurous exhibitions of work by established artists, emerging artists, members of the HCA community, and educational and community projects.

Exhibition Proposals

Proposals for exhibitions are reviewed on a rolling admission process. Our 2026 exhibition calendar is now complete. Future submissions will be considered for calendar year 2027.

Process to Submit Proposals for Art Exhibition

Artists and exhibition organizers are invited to submit proposals for consideration, which the HCA reviews regularly. If interested, please submit the required $25 proposal fee. Serious inquiries only. CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT FEE

Upon receipt of the fee, you will receive an email with instructions on where to send the proposal.

Exhibition proposals must include:

a clear exhibition idea
artist names and contact information
12–15 representative images of work proposed for exhibition
full description of each piece
- artist’s name
- title
- year
- materials
- size (height by width by depth
- and, if for sale, retail price
each image must be titled with the artist’s last name and the title of the work (example: Waldman-Summer Day.jpg)

All work chosen for exhibition must be fully prepared for hanging or installation. Our guidelines can be reviewed here: Framing Guidelines. Exhibition design and installation is the responsibility of the HCA Gallery Director. Depending on size and format, The Lotvin Family Gallery exhibits no more than 25–30 midsize pieces.

For all exhibitions, HCA provides a press release to regional media, an “In the Gallery” feature on our website, promotion in our newsletter, an email invitation, and an opening reception. You are invited to visit the gallery and to join us at our opening receptions.

Our Exhibitions

Through a mix of shows, the gallery seeks to engage and expand its audience for contemporary visual art. A typical exhibition season includes solo and group exhibitions, an open juried exhibition (Arts in Bloom), a juried exhibition of members of the HCA, and an exhibition by Hopkinton High School Honors students. In the spirit of accessibility and communal art appreciation, our art exhibits are free and open to the public.

The Fine Print

Promotion
For all exhibitions, HCA provides a press release to regional media, an “In the Gallery” feature on our website, promotion in our newsletter, an email invitation, and an opening reception. You are invited to visit the gallery and to join us at our opening receptions.

Pick-up and Drop-off
An artist who is unable to pick up their artwork from the HCA during the scheduled dates/hours may make arrangements with the HCA to pick up their work up to four (4) weeks after the exhibit ends. If, after sixty (60) days, an artist is unable to pick up their piece(s), the artist will forfeit their artwork, and ownership of the artwork will be transferred to the HCA.

DROP-OFF ARTWORK LABEL (PDF)

HOW TO LABEL YOUR ARTWORK (PDF)

Insurance
The HCA takes all reasonable efforts to prevent the damage or loss of any artwork on display through careful storage and securing of the artwork. Please note that the HCA does not employ the use of security alarms/cameras. The HCA's insurance coverage does include damage/loss of exhibited artwork. All work lent for exhibition is insured from delivery through pickup at its consigned value, that is, 70% of its list price.

Selling Your Work
Exhibited work is offered for sale through the agreement of the artist and the HCA. Pricing of work is the responsibility of the artist. Prices provided by the artist are accepted at the discretion of the Director or her designee(s).

The profit from sold works is divided between the artist (70%) and HCA (30%). The funds collected by HCA help support HCA’s ambitious efforts to support artists at all stages in their explorations and professional development.

All work lent for the exhibition is insured from delivery through pickup at its consigned value, that is, 70% of its list price.

Framing and Exhibiting Guidelines

These guidelines are designed to yield simple, successful presentation solutions that spotlight your art. Please know that costly frames are not required.

Presentation
The finished presentation – front, back, top, bottom, and sides – is part of the whole work. It should appear to be new and well-crafted, without scratches. All work should be sturdy, not flimsy or fragile.

Ready-to-Hang
All work must be presented as ready‐to‐hang upon delivery. All 2D artwork (including framed works, canvases, and panels) must have a wire hanging system. The wire should be attached to the back of the frame between one‐third and one‐quarter of the way down the piece. Stainless steel braided picture wire works best for smooth hanging and deters rusting.

No Sawtooth Hangers
Do not use sawtooth hangers. They are not strong enough to support the weight of most frames safely.

Frames
Some grand masterpieces are well suited for hand‐carved gold frames; however most pieces look best in modest frame moldings with clean lines and black, white, neutral, or natural wood finishes.

2D Work

Photographs and all two‐dimensional work on paper should be matted with neutral tones (white or off‐white) and covered with clean, scratch‐free glass or Plexiglas.
Any photograph or digital image printed on an aluminum substrate must have its own hanging system included (see photo for example).
Float‐mounting the artwork over the mat, so that the edges are seen, is an option when an artwork has a deckle edge or is constructed with handmade paper. A spacer within the frame should be used to keep the art from touching the glass or Plexiglas.
When framing a stretched canvas no glass or Plexiglas is required – as the canvas needs to breathe.
Large oils or acrylics on heavy‐duty stretchers do not need to be framed. The canvas should be stapled on the back and the edge should be painted.

Weight
2D and 3D work cannot weigh more than 100 lbs.•

Sculpture
Sculptures can be displayed on pedestals provided by the HCA.

Fibers/Quilts
Quilts and other fiber work should include a sleeve or other place for your hardware, and be ready to hang.

Artist Opportunities

The HCA Gallery mounts 9–12 exhibitions per year, each of which is on view from four to eight weeks. New group exhibition opportunities are considered each season, along with several shows that have become annual events, including the Arts in Bloom open juried show, the HCA Members’ juried show, and the Hopkinton High School Honors exhibit.

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HCA Holiday Marketplac

Art Call Opening: Sept. 7, 2026

Art Call Deadline: Open Until Vendor Spots are filled.

The Hopkinton Center for the Arts is seeking vendors, artists, artisans, and food trucks to sell, display, and/or demonstrate their artwork, crafts, and food items at the HCA Holiday Marketplace, in conjunction with Hopkinton's Holiday Stroll.

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The Wonder Within: Winter Auction and Fundraiser

Art Call Opening: Sept 15, 2026

Art Call Deadline: Oct 27, 2026

The HCA invites artists to donate artwork or wreaths for our Annual Winter Art Auction & Fundraiser. Your generosity helps support the Lotvin Family Gallery and our mission to present thought-provoking, engaging exhibitions throughout the year. Artwork does not have to be winter- or holiday-themed.

Current and Upcoming Exhibitions in the Lotvin Family Gallery

RichSand Studios Exhibition

August 31 to September 11

Through the lens of photography and the expressive language of abstraction, Scott Richardson and Anita Sandberg present an exhibition that celebrates the powerful connection between their creative practices. Rooted in collaboration, mutual inspiration, and a shared passion for artistic exploration, their work invites audiences to discover unexpected connections between reality and imagination.

Artist Reception: September 10 | 6 p.m.

Creating Through It

September 15 to November 5, 2026

Curated by Jamaal Bonnette
An exhibition exploring the powerful role creativity plays in healing, coping, and personal growth — processing emotions, reflecting on life, and inspiring others.

Art Reception: September 18 at 6 p.m.

Experimental

September 28 to December 5, 2026

Artist Courtney Fern, winner of the 2025 Members Art Show, will have her own exhibition titled "EXPERIMENTAL" at the HCA Gallery located at 34 Hayden Rowe Street. The exhibition runs from September 28 to December 5, with an opening reception on October 9 at 6 p.m. The reception is open to the public.

Art Reception: October 9 at 6 p.m.

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