Calling all local artists.

The annual callout for Thompson-Okanagan artists to submit artwork that could be displayed in the YLW departures lounge begins soon.

All artists residing in the region, from Kamloops to Osoyoos, are invited to submit their work between October 1st and November 15th.

Photo Credit: SWAC

The Art Kiosk in the departures lounge, branded “Spirit of the Okanagan,” is managed by Suk'ʷtəmsqilxʷ West Kelowna Arts Council (SWAC).

The cost to submit artwork is $30, but that also includes a membership in SWAC for 2018.

"I'm so proud to be part of the hard working, supportive artists of SWAC, and curators of the kiosk," said Michelle McCullough, Chair of SWAC. "It’s exciting to witness the successful evolution of the Kiosk, and watch our Artists flourish. We are drawing on our love of the Okanagan and sharing it with the world."

Photo Credit: SWAC

Irene Scott, the curator of the YLW Art Kiosk, sees this as an opportunity to buy local art for the memories, a place to enjoy beauty or even just a quiet place to relax out of the travelling crowd.

“We’re very happy to support this program as it creates a unique sense of place for our passengers,” said YLW’s John Devitt. “We want the nearly 2,500 travelers every day to continue experiencing the Okanagan throughout the airport.”

To apply, or for more information on the program, visit the SWAC website.