General Show Information
Jan
1
to Dec 31

General Show Information

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Application forms for each show are released 5–6 weeks before the exhibition opens. By applying and signing the form, artists agree to our Terms of Business and are required to pay the applicable fee. The best way to stay informed about application release dates is to join our newsletter—if you haven’t already, we encourage you to subscribe so you don’t miss an opportunity to participate.

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Portals & Pathways Show
Jan
26
to Mar 6

Portals & Pathways Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Create an exhibit around gateways, doors, and paths. The art features represents opportunities, choices, and changes as depicted through these powerful metaphors


The opening is scheduled for February 5, 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is January 15, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is January 24, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until January 16, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Green Show
Mar
16
to May 1

The Green Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Think of green in two ways!
As a color or as recycling and the environment.


The opening is scheduled for March 26, 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is March 5, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is March 14, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until March 6, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Mixed Media Show
May
11
to Jun 26

The Mixed Media Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

We are looking for creative use of mixed materials.


The opening is scheduled for May 21, 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is April 30, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is May 9, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until May 1, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Advocates Show 2026
Jul
6
to Aug 21

The Advocates Show 2026

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Show us your best work.
This show is always oversubscribed, so we are limiting artists to ONE piece.


The opening is scheduled for July 23, 6:30 to 8:30pm

This day is also ADVOCATES DAY 2026

Advocates Day - July 23rd

All art, class and event sales are 25% off !




The cut-off for art pre-approval is June 25, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is July 3, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until June 26, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Textile Show
Aug
31
to Oct 9

The Textile Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Show us your quilts, knits and anything fabric based!


The opening is scheduled for September 17 , 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is August 20, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is August 29, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until August 21, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Halloween Show
Oct
19
to Nov 27

The Halloween Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an all media show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Get your spooky on! Come dressed to thrill!


The opening is scheduled for October 29 , 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is October 8, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is October 17, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until October 9, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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The Oil Painting Show
Dec
7
to Jan 15

The Oil Painting Show

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  • Google Calendar ICS

This is an oils only show. We will be accepting both 2D and 3D work.

Show us your gorgeous oil and spoils!


The opening is scheduled for December 17, 6:30 to 8:30pm




The cut-off for art pre-approval is November 26, 2026

The cut-off for art drop off and payments is December 5, 2026


Checks or cash are accepted at drop-off, but we do prefer online pre-payment in advance, via the link below. Thank you!

One fee of $40 (current advocate) or $55 (non-advocate) covers ALL your accepted pieces.

Please do NOT pay, unless your work has already been accepted by our Art Gallery Director, Teri Iverson.

Please note that your advocates 10% discount is NOT valid on show entry fees.


Please note that NO acceptances will be given for this show until November 27, 2026. This is to ensure that all the art submitted can be reviewed on equal terms.
Thank you for understanding.

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