April 2 – May 9, 2026

Exhibition Dates: April 2 through May 9, 2026
(Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays 12:00 - 6:00 pm)

Opening Reception: April 4, 4-7 pm

Juror’s Talk and Closing Reception: May 9, 4-6 pm

Form+Content Gallery is pleased to present the Second Biennial Open Loop, an open call group exhibition juried by Kylie Linh Hoang, and featuring compelling work from 32 Minnesota based artists. We view this year’s exhibition as a reaffirmation of our belief that the act of making art speaks to hope and to life itself, even in uncertain times.

'Open Loop 2026 emphasizes themes which emerged from the submissions that evolved around memory, identity, and migration. The exhibition will examine current events, personal histories, and our collective investment in fighting for the future we want to see." — Kylie Linh Hoang

We are truly impressed by the scope and quality of the submissions received from across Minnesota and thank the nearly 160 artists who submitted their work for Open Loop 2026. It is clear that there is an incredible depth of creativity and dedication, and we are grateful for this collective community of artists.

THE ARTISTS

Aruna Rangarajan, Attila Dabasi, Braeden Baston, Dan Petrov, Duddley Diaz, Emma Hendrickson, Erik Farseth, Genie Hien Tran, Graciela DeAnda, Grover Hogan, Hakeem Martins, Heidi Heather, Hilary Greenstein, Isaiah Okongo, Jane Meyer, Kaitlin Wilfing, Karla Rydrych, Leeya Rose Jackson, Lindsy Halleckson, Maria Santiago, Mark Cosimini, Martha McQuade, Mary Griep, Miranda Harincar, Nima Desai, Rebecca Pavlenko, Shun Yong, Therese Zemlin, Victoria Kosel, Vincent DeZutti, Zamara Cuyun, Zoran Mojsilov

ABOUT THE JUROR

KYLIE LINH HOANG (she/her) is a curator and public historian who believes a deep understanding of our past can lead us forward to a more vibrant future. She also believes that exhibitions and programming are some of the most visceral places where cultural histories can be shared. Kylie centers accessibility, accountability, and anti-colonial strategies in her curatorial work to create opportunities to engage that are meaningful and culturally relevant.

Kylie is currently curating independently while conducting scholarship on Minnesota author and printmaker Wanda Gág. She has previously held positions at the Minnesota Museum of American Art, the Minnesota Historical Society, the Oakland Museum of California, and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry. Kylie earned a Bachelor of Arts in History from Knox College and a Master of Heritage Studies and Public History from the University of Minnesota.

FORM+CONTENT GALLERY is a collective art gallery operated by twelve member-artists and located in the Minneapolis North Loop since 2007. The gallery’s six-week exhibitions include member-curated group and solo exhibitions as well as "Open Loop", the biennial open call exhibition of Minnesota artists selected by a guest juror. The gallery hosts public events such as opening receptions, artist’s talks, poetry readings, musical performances and discussions. The gallery is open Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 12pm to 6pm and is always free and open to the public.