Art by the People, for the People!

Skip the stuffy galleries and check out the only show that lets the community select the featured artists.

Register Now - $20

About The People's Choice Showcase

The People's Choice Showcase is a community-driven art event that puts the power of curation directly into the hands of the people. Local artists display their work for one evening while community members view, discuss, and vote for their favorites.

The top vote-getters earn featured placement in our month-long gallery display, while ALL participating artists receive guaranteed exposure through our online gallery. This isn't about art world gatekeepers or traditional judging panels – it's about celebrating local creativity and letting the community decide what resonates with them.

Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to get into the art community for the first time, this showcase provides a welcoming platform to share your work, connect with fellow creatives, and engage directly with art lovers in your community.

Because great art should be chosen by the people who live with it.

How It Works

1

Artist Registration

Includes Event T-Shirt and a beverage.

2

Setup & Display

Bring your art and an easel if you have one.

3

Public Voting

Community votes for their top 5 favorite pieces

4

Results & Gallery

Top 20 voted pieces are displayed in the gallery

Artist Registration

  • Event T-Shirt
  • Complimentary beverage
  • Professional event setup
  • Networking opportunities
  • Chance for gallery display

Requirements

  • Original artwork ready to hang
  • Artwork dimensions and medium info
  • High-quality photo of your piece
  • T-shirt size preference

Register Now - $20

Event Day Timeline

5:00 - 6:00 PM

Staff Setup

Event team prepares venue and voting stations

6:00 - 6:30 PM

Artist Arrival & Setup

Artists check in, receive t-shirts, and hang their artwork

6:30 - 7:30 PM

Networking & Viewing

Open to public (free admission) - view artwork and mingle

7:30 - 8:15 PM

Voting Period

Community votes for their top 5 favorite artworks

8:15 - 8:45 PM

Vote Counting

Volunteers tally votes to determine top 20 pieces

8:45 - 9:15 PM

Results & Celebration

Announce winning pieces and celebrate selected artists

9:15 - 10:00 PM

Wrap-Up

Non-selected artists retrieve work, plan gallery installation

The Voting Process

Voting begins @ 7:30 PM, the night of the event

During the event, you'll be able to vote for your top 5 favorite artworks right here on this page!

Sample Voting Interface

Here's how the voting will look during the event:

Sample Artwork 1
1

Artist Name

"Artwork Title"

Sample Artwork 2
2

Artist Name

"Artwork Title"

Sample Artwork 3
3

Artist Name

"Artwork Title"

Venue Information

Eli Fish Brewing Company

The People's Choice Showcase takes place at Eli Fish Brewing Company in the heart of downtown Batavia, NY. This beloved local brewery provides the perfect combination of craft beer culture and artistic atmosphere, creating an ideal setting for our community-driven art showcase.

Venue Features

  • Spacious brewery taproom with high ceilings
  • Professional wall space perfect for artwork display
  • Full craft beer selection and bar service
  • Complimentary beverages for registered artists
  • Extended gallery display for winning pieces
  • Downtown location with vibrant atmosphere
  • Ample street parking and public lots available in downtown Batavia
  • Venue is fully accessible with ground-level entry

Contact & Information

Event Details

Event Date: September 30th, 2025

Registration Deadline: September 27th or when we reach 50 registrants

Venue: Eli Fish Brewing Company, 109 Main Street, Batavia, NY

Artist Registration: $20

Public Admission: FREE

Artist Limit: 50 participants (may expand based on demand)

Contact Information

Email: Brian@thepeoplescollective.art

Phone: 585.345.1993

Website: Thepeoplescollective.art

Questions?