Calls for Entry for BC's artists who paint or draw
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ABBOTSFORD
THE KARITON GALLERY welcomes exhibition proposals for the Downie Wenjack Legacy Space. The Gord Downie & Chanie Wenjack Fund aims to build cultural understanding and create a path toward reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Peoples. With this in mind, the Abbotsford Arts Council and Kariton Gallery seek artwork for their quarterly Legacy Space exhibitions from Indigenous artists that spark conversation around Gord Downie’s call to action for reconciliation: “Do something.” For more info, visit https://abbotsfordartscouncil.com/dwj-open-call/ No exp
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all BC artists, and some are online, eliminating travel.
Also, if the Call is members-only, you can usually participate
if you pay the membership fee.
COQUITLAM
PLACE DES ARTS (1120 Brunette Ave., Coquitlam) invites artists/groups to apply to exhibit in three of their public exhibition spaces: the Atrium, Leonore Peyton Salon and Mezzanine during the 2024/2025 exhibition season. In addition to physical exhibitions, virtual tours of each exhibition will be created and made available for viewing on placedesarts.ca/exhibitions following installation for the duration of the exhibition. Welcomes submissions in two-dimensional and three-dimensional mediums including, but not limited to, fibre arts, sculpture, ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, digital art, mixed media and drawing. Deadline for submissions is Jan 15, 2024. To apply, visit https://placedesarts.ca/exhibitions/call-for-artists/
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NOTE: Most Calls in this category are also posted under their city/area category.
ROOM MAGAZINE invites submissions of writing and visual art about touch and isolation, trans and queer embodiment, fat liberation, chronic illness and disability, brutality, sensuality, and other meditations on the bones and muscles you inhabit every day. Room publishes visual art, short stories, creative nonfiction, poetry, and other creative writing in all genres. Note that interior art will be displayed in black and white. Application deadline Jan 5, 2024. For more details visit https://roommagazine.com/call-for-submissions-47-3-bodies/?mc_cid=8f6ef52fe1&mc_eid=28e0026435
THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE ARTS CENTRE (122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach) invites applications for 2025 exhibitions. Exhibitions run approximately six to eight weeks. Open to residents of Vancouver Island and BC. Work must be delivered in person and cannot be shipped. $25 exhibition application fee. Application deadline Jan 5, 2024. For more details, visit https://www.theoldschoolhouse.org/exhibition-application2025
GALLERY RING invites submissions for Animal, an online contest and exhibition all about animals, from tame to wild and from sweet to ferocious, including birds, fish
and all aquatic and amphibian life forms. Many awards are available. $20 US for 1-3 artworks. Submission deadline Dec 5, 2023. For more details, visit https://www.artgalleryring.com/animal.html
LANDESCAPE NOW! is launching a special Biennial Edition of an open art event. This 20th Anniversary Edition will introduce nine artists in various fine arts disciplines to discover talented creatives worldwide to support their art activities. Submission deadline Jan 31, 2024. For more details and the submission guidelines, visit https://landescapeart.yolasite.com/
MULTIFAITH ACTION SOCIETY invites submissions from visual artists for its 2025 Multifaith Calendar. The theme for the upcoming 2025 edition is Pathways to Peace. The theme is open to various interpretations, allowing a rich array of artistic submissions.
Submission deadline Jan 31, 2024. Artists can submit up to five (5) works in any medium. Open to all artists, including those who have never been featured in the Calendar and those featured in past editions. Selected artists will receive an honorarium of $250 per monthly calendar image, $500 for the cover image, and $100 for smaller inset images placed throughout the Calendar. In addition, featured artists will receive a set of complimentary Calendars once published. For more information and guidelines, visit Multifaith Calendar Information for Artists. Address any questions to artsubmissions@multifaithaction.org
SAM MAGAZINE invites Canadian artists to participate in the Magazine’s first annual contest, Hope and Light. Welcomes submission of 2D original artwork, including photography, about hope and light. Three artists will be chosen. Submission deadline Dec 31, 2023, 11:59 pm. For more details about the contest and information about the magazine, visit https://www.sam-magazine.com/apply
YVR ART FOUNDATION offers Aspiring Artist Awards to Indigenous youth (15 – 20) who reside in BC or the Yukon. Aspiring Artist Awards are $500 each and are awarded annually to youth to support their self-directed work in the visual arts. Ongoing deadline. For more details, visit https://www.yvraf.com/our-program-resources/aspiring-artist-awards/
ART VANCOUVER 2024 welcomes exhibitors from April 11 to 14, 2024, at the Vancouver Convention Centre (1055 Canada Pl). Accepts applications from Galleries, solo artists or artist collaboratives across Canada and worldwide. Art Vancouver provides a booth where artists can promote or sell their work, along with extensive marketing and PR assistance. Applications received after Feb 1, 2024, will not be included in programming or the show catalogue. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.artvancouver.net/exhibitors-2024-form
SCIENCE WORLD invites art submissions for display in the first-floor Atrium space. Science World is interested in art as a lens through which to understand scientific principles, practices, and impacts. Submissions from both emerging and established artists, individuals and groups are encouraged. General Art Exhibition Science World displays art year-round. 2D and 3D works of all mediums will be considered. Shows are typically 3-6 months in length. Honorariums are offered for both single artists and group shows. For more information, visit http://www.scienceworld.ca/exhibition/art/ no exp
RICHMOND ARTS CENTRE offers an ongoing call for exhibitions in the Upper Rotunda Gallery. This is a community-based gallery space exhibiting works from the Richmond Arts Centre Resident Art Groups, community artists/groups, art students and emerging artists. Located within the Richmond Arts Centre (7700 Minoru Gate). The Richmond Art Gallery and the Community Cultural Development program manage the exhibition submissions. Artists and artist groups from Richmond will be prioritized, however, proposals are accepted from artists living beyond the city. Submissions are accepted throughout the year and should be submitted via email to artscentre@richmond.ca For further information, visit https://www.richmond.ca/culture/art-facilities/cultural-centre/art-displays.htm no exp
CATCHING STARS GALLERY (Bowen Island) offers a Feature Artist opportunity to exhibit work for one month. Includes extra marketing and promotions. Interested BC artists are invited to apply by contacting info@catchingstarsgallery.com or visiting https://www.catchingstarsgallery.com/blog/call-for-artists-feature-opportunity-03-23 Exhibition dates will be determined at the time of the application. no exp
SOONNESS, a jigsaw puzzle brand based in Canada, invites artists worldwide to share their work with the world through puzzles. Welcomes submissions from emerging and established artists 18 years of age and older. Work is to be submitted in a digital format. For more information and to submit work, visit https://soonness.com/pages/art-submissions no exp
PASTEL ARTISTS.CA is Canada’s community for pastel artists with members across the country, from British Columbia to the Maritimes. The group offers Calls for Entry throughout the year. For more information, visit Home - Pastel Artists.CA no exp
THE UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S CLUB OF VANCOUVER (VisArts Committee) offers an ongoing open call for BC artists to showcase their work in the Hycroft Gallery at the Victorian Heritage Club House in Shaughnessy, Vancouver. The Hycroft Gallery, located on the upper level, is curated and managed by the UWCV Visual Arts Committee (VisArts). Each month features a different fine art or craft exhibit and opening receptions with the artists. VisArts’ Mandate is to showcase the work of talented BC artists and designers in the Hycroft Gallery and to inform and enrich members and guests by featuring diverse styles and mediums. Interested artists are encouraged to download the application at 2023-2024 HYCROFT GALLERY OPEN CALL APPLICATION and email it to visarts@uwcvancouver.ca no exp
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PACIFIC ARTS MARKET (in Vancouver) welcomes artists of all genres to show and sell their work in a year-round art market. Spaces are rented on a 4-week basis. Located at 1448 W. Broadway, Vancouver - 2nd floor. Pacific Arts Market will facilitate sales and offer guidance and support. Pacific Arts Market also offers opportunities to sell artwork online, with the ability to ship from Canada to the U.S.A. Several other exhibiting opportunities are available throughout the year. For more details, visit https://www.pacificartsmarket.ca/apply-for-space?mc_cid=7896c3cd79&mc_eid=4629d9ae4f Sign up to receive the Pacific Arts Market e-mailed newsletter to learn of their many opportunities for artists throughout the year: https://www.pacificartsmarket.ca/ no exp
BIAFARIN, an Ontario-based company, invites artists to promote and sell their art worldwide, on their artist management platform. Biafarin assists visual artists in building their art careers and connects artists to galleries, venues, festivals, brands, critics, media, and art lovers. For more information, visit https://www.biafarin.com/p/home.html no exp
ART JOBS offers worldwide Calls for Entry, art jobs and more. Subscribe (free) to receive your choice for updates at https://www.artjobs.com/# no exp
ART IN MOTION connects artists with creative manufacturers throughout the world. Invites artists to submit work to be used in prints distributed in over 75 countries to Galleries, boutiques, designers, and home decor and art retailers. For more information, visit https://www.artinmotion.com/content/AboutLicensing no exp
NATIONAL OIL PAINTERS AND ACRYLIC SOCIETY hosts competitions throughout the year. Sign up for their newsletter at https://www.noaps.org/ no exp
SURREY ART GALLERY ASSOCIATION invites local and regional artists to present illustrated talks and demonstrations during their Thursday Artist Talks, held Thursday evenings from Jan to June and Sept to Nov. This free program provides an opportunity for artists to expose their work and ideas to the public. The evening talks are followed by conversation over coffee. Artists interested in presenting their work at a Thursday Artist Talk can e-mail artisttalk@sagabc.com For more info and to see past and current Artist Talks, visit http://sagabc.com/thursday-artist-talks/ no exp
PARTIAL GALLERY invites independent Canadian artists to join their network. Partial Gallery offers a marketplace where art collectors of any level can discover diverse, emerging artists and where artists can be introduced to new audiences and find new homes for their work. Partial’s goal is simple: More art on more walls. For more information, visit https://www.partial.gallery/apply or contact hello@partial.gallery or 647-424-4278.no exp
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DELTA
WATERSHED ARTWORK GALLERY SHOP in North Delta invites local artists to apply to show and sell their work in the gallery shop in the North Delta Recreation Centre (11415 84th Ave). Welcomes paintings and more. Contact 604-596-1029 or watershedartworks@gmail.com Visit www.watershedartworks.ca no exp
Search tip: Calls for Entry are listed alphabetically by host city or area.
But don't limit your search to your location only: Many Calls are 'open' to
all BC artists, and some are online, eliminating travel.
Also, if the Call is members-only, you can usually participate
if you pay the membership fee.
GULF ISLANDS
MAYNE ISLAND ARTISTS are invited to submit proposals for art exhibitions in the Ag Hall. Applicants are asked to provide details such as the theme or title of the show, names of the participating artist(s), the preferred time of year or weekend, etc. The Hall will be reserved, insurance provided, and assistance will be given for advertising. Technical support will also be provided along with other general guidance. The artist(s) will be responsible for hanging the show, gallery-minding, and making a small contribution toward the expenses. All artists must be members of the Southern Gulf Islands Arts Council. For more information and/or to submit a proposal, e-mail artsonmayne@gmail.com no exp
SOUTHERN GULF ISLANDS ARTS COUNCIL offers an ongoing opportunity for its members to exhibit their work on BC Ferries Floating Galleries. Work by members of Galiano, Pender, Mayne, and the Saturna Island branches of the Southern Gulf Islands Arts Council are displayed in the Floating Gallery display cases on board BC Ferries vessels serving the Southern Gulf Islands. Artists can participate in these displays by joining the Southern Gulf Islands Arts Council: https://www.artsontheislands.org/join.html
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KELOWNA
THE ALTERNATOR CENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY ART invites exhibition proposals from artists and curators for the 2025 programming of the Main Gallery and Project Gallery. The Alternator Centre for Contemporary Art is an artist-run centre located on unceded Syilx territory in what is now called Kelowna, BC. Since 1989, the Alternator has shown the work of emerging Canadian and international artists with an experimental approach, particularly those engaged in social and cultural issues. Welcomes submissions from under-represented artists of all backgrounds including, but not limited to, Indigenous, Black, and racialized persons; refugee, newcomer and immigrant persons; two-spirit, LGBTQ+ and gender non-binary persons, persons with diverse abilities, and those on low-incomes or living in poverty. Application deadline March 18, 2024 (midnight). For the full description of submission requirements for both the Main and Project Galleries, visit website.
ARTSCAPE exhibition program, with the Arts Council of the Central Okanagan (Artsco), invites artists of all ages and skill levels to display artwork in any of eight venues that rotate every three months. Bi-annual call for submission: Summer & Winter. Artscape is only open to Artsco members. Visit https://artsco.ca/exhibit-with-artscape/ e-mail heythere@artsco.ca or phone 250-861-4123. no exp
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KIMBERLEY
ART GALLERY KIMBERLEY invites artists to apply for solo art exhibitions in the Gallery. Exhibitions are two weeks long. Artist talks are encouraged. The solo exhibition fee is $200. 35% gallery commission on sales. All artworks on display must be for sale. For more information, visit https://www.artgallerykimberley.com/post/call-to-artists-2 no exp
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LANGLEY AREA
THE LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL invites submissions for My Heritage Art Exhibition. Artists do not have to be members of the Langley Arts Council to participate. This exhibition, held Feb 2 to March 13, 2023, focuses on celebrating one's personal culture. Welcomes 2D and 3D works. Submission deadline Jan 11, 2024. For more details, visit https://www.langleyarts.ca/submit/heritage
THE CITY OF LANGLEY invites new or emerging artists in the Lower Mainland of British Columbia to submit two pieces of complimentary artwork to be used as templates for the Spring Street Banner Program in the downtown area of Langley City. Submission deadline Jan 5, 2024. The artwork can be a drawing, painting, block printing, photograph, vector, or illustration file. For all the details, visit https://langleycity.ca/news/langley-city-announces-2023-spring-street-banner-program
THE LANGLEY ARTS COUNCIL (LAC) invites artists and artisans to apply to showcase their original 3D artworks and handmade goods in the new LAC Gift Shop (located at LAC Offices inside the Aldergrove Kinsmen Community Centre, 26770 29 Ave, Aldergrove). The items in the Gift Shop will be available for purchase in person and online. Submission deadline is ongoing. Submitting Artists/Artisans do not need to be members of the LAC. However, if chosen for the Gift Shop, they will need to be a member at the time their works are showcased. For more details and to apply, visit https://www.langleyarts.ca/submit/gift-shop no exp
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OSOYOOS
THE ART GALLERY OF OSOYOOS invites art submissions for a Poster Contest, held in Jan 2024. The winning artist’s work will be reproduced as a limited-edition poster and sold during 2024 at the Art Gallery Osoyoos. First prize $500. Open to all artists. Artwork submitted is to be a 2-D, recognizable image of the Osoyoos area. Any medium is accepted. Size should not exceed 24” x 30” or be smaller than 8” x 10.” Entry fee $10. One entry per artist. Application deadline Dec 16, 2023. Drop off artwork on Jan 3, 2024. Application form and contest rules will soon be available at the Gallery (8713 Main St. Osoyoos) or online at www.osoyoosartscouncil.com/artgallery
PORT COQUITLAM
THE CITY OF PORT COQUITLAM invites exhibition proposals for the City Hall Gallery. Submission deadline Jan 8, 2024. The City Hall Gallery features 35 ft of wall space for the display of two-dimensional works of any media. This gallery space is reserved for artists residing in Port Coquitlam only. For more information and to apply online, visit https://www.portcoquitlam.ca/city-hall-gallery-application/
PORT MOODY
BLACKBERRY GIFT SHOP invites new members, working in a wide range of mediums (especially painters/illustrators and jewelers) to exhibit and sell their art. The Blackberry Gift Shop is located inside PoMoArts at 2425 St. John’s Street in Port Moody. For more information, drop by and speak to one of the artists or visit Join Our Cooperative | Blackberry Gift Shop no exp
PoMoArts GALLERY (Port Moody) accepts exhibition proposals year-round from groups and individuals in all media and subject matter. Proposals are reviewed twice per year by the Port Moody Arts Centre Gallery Committee. For more information and to apply, visit Gallery Exhibition Proposal Application (pomoarts.ca) no exp
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PRINCE GEORGE
PRINCE GEORGE AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL invite featured artist applications for group or solo shows in studio 2880 gallery. Interested artists are to send 5-7 images of their work to be juried by members of the community. Once approved, artists will be contacted for a quality assurance check and then will be sent available time slots. Featured artist exhibits run between 4-6 weeks long. Some works may be for exhibit only, but applicants must also include some works for sale to the public. The gallery commission of 30% is applied to any sold art, with proceeds going back to the arts council to help further more local artists. Interested artists are to send an e-mal with their artwork images to arts@studio2880.com exp Dec 30, 2023
RUSTAD GALLERIA at Two Rivers Gallery (725 Canada Games Way, Prince George) invites submissions for smaller exhibitions, experimental projects, or projects by emerging BC artists. Exhibitions usually run for one month. For more information, visit https://www.tworiversgallery.ca/exhibitions/for-artists/ For more information about the galleries and to view current and future exhibitions, visit https://www.tworiversgallery.ca/ no exp
RICHMOND
SOUTH ARM COMMUNITY CENTRE (Richmond) offers an ongoing artist call. Exhibition proposals can be submitted throughout the year. For more info, visit
https://www.richmond.ca/parks-recreation/centres/southarm/community-art.htm no exp
RICHMOND ARTS CENTRE offers an ongoing call for exhibitions in the Upper Rotunda Gallery. This is a community-based gallery space exhibiting works from the Richmond Arts Centre Resident Art Groups, community artists/groups, art students and emerging artists. Located within the Richmond Arts Centre (7700 Minoru Gate). The Richmond Art Gallery and the Community Cultural Development program manage the exhibition submissions. Artists and artist groups from Richmond will be prioritized, however, proposals are accepted from artists living beyond the city. Submissions are accepted throughout the year and should be submitted via email to artscentre@richmond.ca For further information, visit https://www.richmond.ca/culture/art-facilities/cultural-centre/art-displays.htm no exp
RICHMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY (RPL) invites community members to display artwork on the new Community Art Wall at the Brighouse Branch. The Art Wall is a collaborative display space for community members to share their culture, stories and experiences through art, facilitating cross-cultural exchange and community connection. Art will be featured on an eight-week rotation. Interested artists are welcome to submit their art for consideration. For more information and to apply: https://www.yourlibrary.ca/community-art-wall no exp
This publication's content is
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I am continually adding new Calls for Entry and try to be prompt in removing the expired Calls.
The Quotes are changed on the 1st of each month, and the Feature Cartoon is changed about the 10th of each month. The Quick Quiz is changed on the 15th of each month. and a new Artist Feature is added every two months (posted on the last day of the month).
Incidentally, I'm not as organized as I like to think I am, so if you notice errors such as a Call
published twice, a Call listed under the wrong category, or links that aren't working, please e-mail me. Thanks! ~ Eve Lees, editor
Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.
~ Pablo Picasso
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SQUAMISH
FOYER GALLERY in the Squamish Public Library (37907 2nd Avenue) welcomes submissions from artists in all disciplines for future juried monthly exhibitions. The Gallery is a contemporary space dedicated to the exhibition of excellent artwork. The gallery supports large wall works as well as smaller works suitable for display in three glass display cases. For info, contact the curator Toby Jaxon: tobyjaxon@gmail.com
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THE SQUAMISH ARTS COUNCIL invites its members to exhibit their art in one of several community galleries. These galleries are located at: The Artisan Building - 1336 Main Street; The Adventure Centre - 38551 Loggers Lane; Squamish Medical Clinic - 37979 Cleveland Avenue; Black Tusk Realty - 1900 Garibaldi Way #3. For more information on these and other Calls, visit https://squamishartscouncil.com/community-galleries/ or e-mail info@squamishartscouncil.com for schedules and application form. no exp
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HERE'S BOWEN ARTS! TOUR, May 25 & 26, 2023, invites registration from artists who live on Bowen Island, full or part-time. Registration fees: Art group $200, Gallery $250. Registration deadline Feb 15, 2024. After the deadline, registration will be accepted if there is room, but the artist may not appear in the marketing materials. For more information and to register, visit https://bowenartstour.com/pages/artist-registration
CATCHING STARS GALLERY (Bowen Island) offers a Feature Artist opportunity to exhibit work for one month. Includes extra marketing and promotions. Interested BC artists are invited to apply by contacting info@catchingstarsgallery.com or visiting https://www.catchingstarsgallery.com/submissions Exhibition dates will be determined at the time of the application. no exp
qathet ART CENTRE invites proposals for programming at all three locations in Powell River. For more info, visit qathet ART Exhibition Proposals - qathet ART no exp
SURREY / WHITE ROCK
THE CITY OF SURREY invites Surrey artists to participate in Three Colours or Less! This exhibit features work of a limited palette held at the Historic Stewart Farm (South Surrey), one of Surrey’s heritage sites. Welcomes 2D framed artwork of any medium to be hung or small 3D works for display cases. Artists are invited to submit work that joins the past and present through art and form. Submission deadline Dec 20, 2023. For more information, SEE CALL
THE CITY OF SURREY invites artists to participate in Black History Month. The exhibition is open to artists of African and Caribbean descent at any level of artistic practice to display and sell their work at Cloverdale Recreation Centre in Surrey. Submission deadline Dec 13, 2023. For more information, SEE CALL
THE CRESCENT BEACH POP-UP GALLERY, located in the heart of Crescent Beach (Surrey), invites proposals for solo or group art exhibitions. Group exhibitions are to be of two people or more, and at least one of the artists must be a Surrey resident. This opportunity is open to artists from all disciplines, levels, and backgrounds. Submission deadline Dec 13, 2023. For more information, visit https://www.surrey.ca/arts-culture/community-art/crescent-beach-pop-gallery/crescent-beach-pop-gallery-artist-call
SEMIAHMOO ARTS invites artists interested in hosting their own exhibition or group exhibition in the Turnbull Gallery from March 12 to April 12, 2024, free of charge. Artists must be members of the Semiahmoo Arts Society (new members welcome). Artist(s) must have enough work to fill the gallery space (approx 43’ long wall/ display case) and must host three artist events to animate the space (eg. artist talks, demos, workshops, etc.). Work is to be installed and uninstalled without staff assistance, and the artists must host and cater their own reception. Interested artists are to e-mail shoppe@semiahmooarts.com with the following information: Proposed Exhibition title, Exhibition proposal (short description of what the exhibition will be: e.g., themes, type of artwork being shown, or anything that will help in understanding the proposal’s vision). Participating Artist/s must include ideas on how the space will be animated for the three events. For Solo Artists: Include 10 - 20 images of the artwork to be exhibited (compile the artwork in a PDF or Word document and include the following: title, medium, size, year (optional), and artist statement (optional) under each artwork). For Artist Group: 5 - 8 images of the artwork each artist considers exhibiting (compile the artwork in a PDF or Word document and include the following: title, medium, size, year (optional), and artist statement (optional) under each artwork). Optional: Include an Artist's CV/portfolio/s. Submission deadline Jan 31, 2023. E-mail shoppe@semiahmooarts.com with questions or concerns.
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THE CITY OF WHITE ROCK welcomes artists to apply year-round for Art Walk. A limited number of artists are permitted to create and sell their artwork along the ocean promenade in White Rock. For more details and to apply, visit https://whiterockcity.jotform.com/231665151991864.no exp
SEMIAHMOO ARTS SOCIETY (Surrey / White Rock) is accepting expressions of interest for their Arts Shoppe. Applications will be responded to on an ongoing basis. For more information and to apply, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScmWoXoK8fnyq0XtOoZaugcdlO0HDakPoxSi5L5Ow22HgxrlQ/viewform?mc_cid=1d6a3f8047&mc_eid=833fd09a62
For more questions, contact info@semiahmooarts.com or 604-536-8333. no exp
MIND AND MATTER GALLERY (Surrey) invites artists to display artwork in the gallery on a monthly basis. Bio and a few pictures of artwork are required. The Mind and Matter Gallery (13743, 16th Ave, South Surrey) was founded by Mary Mikelson and the late Arnold Mikelson, a renowned local and international artist. For more information and to display your work, visit www.mindandmatterart.com, e-mail mary@mindandmatterart.com or phone 604-536-6460. Copies of Mary Mikelson’s book “Mind and Matter: Life with Arnold Mikelson” are available at the gallery. no exp
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SURREY ART GALLERY ASSOCIATION invites local and regional artists to present illustrated talks and demonstrations during their Thursday Artist Talks, held Thursday evenings from Jan to June and Sep to Nov. This free program provides an opportunity for artists to expose their work and ideas to the public. The evening talks are followed by conversation over coffee. Artists interested in presenting their work at a Thursday Artist Talk can e-mail artisttalk@sagabc.com. For more info and to see past and current Artist Talks, visit http://sagabc.com/thursday-artist-talks/ no exp
SURREY ART GALLERY (13750 – 88 Ave, Surrey) welcomes proposals from artists and guest curators. Ongoing deadline. For more information, visit https://www.surrey.ca/arts-culture/surrey-art-gallery/calling-all-artists no exp
SURREY PUBLIC LIBRARIES (all City of Surrey branches) offer display space for local artists in their libraries. Displays run for one month. Contact any of the Surrey libraries (by phone or in person) and ask for the art display coordinator. For a list of Surrey Libraries, visit: https://surreylibraries.ca/locations. The Application form is at https://surreylibraries.ca/sites/default/files/documents/DisplaySpaceApplication.pdf
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YOUTH ARTS COUNCIL OF SURREY (YACOS), under the umbrella of the Arts Council of Surrey, is run by youth for youth (ages 13-21) who want to become involved with the local arts community. YACOS offers opportunities for young people in the visual, performing and literary arts, including talent shows, one-act playwriting performances, canvas coffee houses (open mic), workshops and fashion shows. For more information: youthartscouncil@gmail.com no exp
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MOUNT PLEASANT COMMUNITY ARTS SCREEN invites proposals for 2024 juried programming. Submission deadline Jan 12, 2023 (NOTE: Submissions are accepted year-round but are juried once annually). This outdoor urban screen welcomes submissions of works from artists of all levels, collectives, curators and other community members, organizations and community festivals. Generally speaking, submitted works should be 10 minutes or less in length and could include (but are not limited to) still images, time-based media, animations, performance works, archival video, GIFs, experimental video, and curatorial/screening proposals (the screen not play audio). The screen is programmed by grunt gallery on an ongoing basis and is located at the Intersection of Broadway and Kingsway in Vancouver, on the side of the Independent Building. For more details and to submit a proposal, visit https://www.mpcas.ca/participate/
CENTRE A (Unit 205 - 268 Keefer St., Vancouver) invites submissions for a Beer label design. To celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2024, Centre A is launching its own beer with the support of Taylight Brewing. The Submission deadline is Dec 15, 2023. For more information and full submission guidelines, visit https://centrea.org/2023/11/taylight-brewing-label-design-campaign/?utm_source=brevo&utm_campaign=Whats%20Happening%20At%20Centre%20A%20November%2017%202023&utm_medium=email
THE GALLERY GEORGE (140 West Hastings St., Vancouver) invites submissions for two exhibitions. Apricity, exhibited from Jan 3 to 28, 2024, interprets the sun's warmth on a winter’s day. Submission deadline Dec 6, 2023. Fiery February, exhibited from Jan 31 to Feb 25, 2023, is a tribute to the Year of the Dragon and Chinese New Year. Submission deadline Jan 6, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.thegallerygeorge.com/call-for-artists or contact the Gallery George at info@thegallerygeorge.com or 778-986-1805.
OUTSIDERS AND OTHERS invites teens between the ages of 13 to 19 to submit work for Teenage Super Star exhibition in April 2024. Submission deadline Jan 31, 2024. For more information and to apply, https://www.outsidersandothers.com/news
WEST OF MAIN ARTWALK (WOMA) invites artists to showcase their work in Vancouver’s longest-running open studio tour. Artists can show in their studio or house or a shared studio or multi-artist venue located within the West of Main ArtWalk Boundaries: West of Main Street and between False Creek and 41st Avenue. Registration closes March 15, 2024, or earlier if registration is full. More information and the 2024 artist application is available at www.artistsinourmidst.com
CAROUN ART GALLERY (1403 Bewicke Ave., North Vancouver) invites local artists to participate in the Gallery’s seasonal group exhibitions. For more information, visit http://www.caroun.com/CarounArtGallery/Calls/00-Calls.html
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ART VANCOUVER 2024 welcomes exhibitors from April 11 to 14, 2024, at the Vancouver Convention Centre (1055 Canada Pl). Accepts applications from Galleries, solo artists or artist collaboratives across Canada and worldwide. Art Vancouver provides a booth where artists can promote or sell their work, along with extensive marketing and PR assistance. Applications received after Feb 1, 2024, will not be included in programming or the show catalogue. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.artvancouver.net/exhibitors-2024-form
SCIENCE WORLD (Vancouver) invites art submissions for display in the first-floor Atrium space. Science World is interested in art as a lens through which to understand scientific principles, practices, and impacts. Submissions from both emerging and established artists, individuals and groups are encouraged. General Art Exhibition Science World displays art year-round. 2D and 3D works of all mediums will be considered. Shows are typically 3-6 months in length. Honorariums are offered for both single artists and group shows. For more information, visit http://www.scienceworld.ca/exhibition/art/ n
NORTH VAN ARTS offers an ongoing call for Artisans and Makers to be part of The Shop at CityScape, an area of CityScape Community ArtSpace dedicated to displaying and selling small works by local makers. The Shop showcases small, hand-made items with reasonably accessible prices (less than $100) and a broad demographic appeal. For more information, Call for Makers: The Shop at CityScape - North Van Arts no exp
OUTSIDERS AND OTHERS (Vancouver) welcomes general gallery submissions in their galleries at 716 East Hastings Street (walk-in gallery) and #100-938 Howe Street (window gallery). The Gallery invites artists who are self-taught to introduce themselves and what they create by sending an email to outsidersandothers@gmail.com. Include images, resume, artists statement, bio, website link, etc. Please include contact information as well. You can also use the e-mail for any questions about the gallery and the submission process. For more information, visit https://www.outsidersandothers.com/news no exp
THE UNIVERSITY WOMEN’S CLUB OF VANCOUVER (VisArts Committee) extends an ongoing open call for BC artists to showcase their work in the Hycroft Gallery at the Victorian Heritage Club House in Shaughnessy, Vancouver. The Hycroft Gallery, located on the upper level, is curated and managed by the UWCV Visual Arts Committee (VisArts). Each month features a different fine art or craft exhibit and opening receptions with the artists. VisArts’ Mandate is to showcase the work of talented BC artists and designers in the Hycroft Gallery and to inform and enrich members and guests by featuring diverse styles and mediums. Interested artists are encouraged to download the application at 2023-2024 HYCROFT GALLERY OPEN CALL APPLICATION and email it to visarts@uwcvancouver.ca no exp
SIDNEY AND GERTRUDE ZACK GALLERY (950 West 41st Ave. Vancouver) offers an ongoing Call for Artists to artists in the Jewish community and/or art with a Jewish theme. Applications can be for solo, duo or group shows. For more information, visit https://www.jccgv.com/art-and-culture/gallery/ (scroll to the bottom of the page) or download the submission form at https://www.jccgv.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Call-For-Submission-form2018.pdf The Gallery is also available to rent for an art exhibition or other use. Contact the gallery director for information: Linda, 604-638-7277 or gallery@jccgv.bc.ca no exp
PACIFIC ARTS MARKET (in Vancouver) welcomes artists of all genres to show and sell their work in a year-round art market. Spaces are rented on a 4-week basis. Located at 1448 W. Broadway, Vancouver - 2nd floor. Pacific Arts Market will facilitate sales and offer guidance and support. Pacific Arts Market also offers opportunities to sell artwork online, with the ability to ship from Canada to the U.S.A. Several other exhibiting opportunities are available throughout the year. For more details, visit https://www.pacificartsmarket.ca/apply-for-space?mc_cid=7896c3cd79&mc_eid=4629d9ae4f no exp
Nothing focuses my attention more than painting.
~ Michael King, Vancouver-based artist
VANCOUVER ISLAND
ARTS COUNCIL OF LADYSMITH AND DISTRICT (ACLD) welcomes submissions for Food For Thought. Show dates are Jan 17 to Feb 4, 2024. Submission deadline Dec 15, 2023. Artists are invited to depict beautiful, delicious, or intriguing foods in their artwork. Submissions are open for ACLD members only. Those wanting to become members click here. For more details and submission guidelines, visit https://www.ladysmitharts.ca/submission?utm_source=Ladysmith+Waterfront+Gallery+Email&utm_campaign=1ef9a73f65-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2023_12_01_01_29&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_08625ebeb8-1ef9a73f65-1403134543
METCHOSIN ART POD invites submissions for an open call, The Look of Love: Art as a Love Language. In this show, artists are tasked with making love visible. Show dates, Feb 2 to March 31, 2024. Submission deadline Jan 12, 2024. For Guidelines, visit https://metchosinartpod.ca/call-to-artists/
THE OLD SCHOOL HOUSE ARTS CENTRE (122 Fern Road West, Qualicum Beach) invites applications for 2025 exhibitions. Exhibitions run approximately six to eight weeks. Open to residents of Vancouver Island and BC. Work must be delivered in person and cannot be shipped. $25 exhibition application fee. Application deadline Jan 5, 2024. For more details, visit https://www.theoldschoolhouse.org/exhibition-application2025
CAMPBELL RIVER ART GALLERY welcomes applications for the 42nd Annual Members’ Show, a yearly collaboration with the Campbell River Arts Council. Members of the Campbell River Art Gallery and the Campbell River Arts Council can submit one original work to the show running from Jan 13 to March 9 in the main gallery (new members welcome). Application deadline Jan 6, 2024. For more information: https://www.crartgallery.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/The-42nd-ANNUAL-MEMBERS.docx.pdf
COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL (Duncan & area) has space available in the Annex from Feb 29 to Mar 13, 2024. The rental fee is $250 for 2 weeks. The fee includes hanging, graphic design, postings to the CVAC website, social media, and newsletter. Artists are encouraged to hold an Art Opening and will be assisted with promoting, providing table/table cloth and using the kitchen to prep foods & and beverages (evening and weekend events may incur an additional $25 per hr. fee). For more information, visit https://cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/art-show-proposals/
COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL (Duncan area) invites their members to participate in The Games People Play. This exhibition is about art that expresses, portrays or interprets human complexities. Also welcomes artists' thoughts on what board and computer games say about humans. Mixed media. Exhibition will be held Jan 8 to 31, 2024. Registration deadline Dec 4, 2023 or when submissions reach capacity. For more information and to register, visit Early Bird Registration Available Now.
COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL (Duncan area) invites their members to participate in From Old to New. Artists are invited to consider themes of renewal. The interpretation can be broad. Show dates Feb 3 to 29, 2023. Submission deadline Jan 12, 2024. For more details, visit https://cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca/event/from-old-to-new-registration/
COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL (Duncan) invites submissions for the Nuts’a’wuqw Lego Show, Dec 18 to Dec 22, 2023. This year's theme for this annual show is Nuts'a'waqw (pronounced "nut-se-waq") and it was suggested by the students of Alexander Elementary. It means "community" - a perfect sentiment for the holiday season. Artists may register in any of 3 categories: Individual (any age), Family, or Class. Click to Register
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THE LADYSMITH GALLERY (32 High Street) is available for guest exhibitor rentals. Artists may book the gallery for their own private show by completing the online Ladysmith Gallery Rental application at www.ladysmitharts.ca/gallery-rental These exhibition rentals for visual artists are open for ten-day periods at the end of each month. Limited openings available. All participating artists must be or become active members of Ladysmith Arts. The Gallery coordinator will contact applicants, and approved applicants will receive a completed rental agreement for their specific terms. Rentals are not finalized and confirmed until both parties have signed an agreement and a deposit has been paid. For any questions, email gallery@ladysmitharts.ca no exp
COWICHAN VALLEY ARTS COUNCIL (Duncan) invites artists to submit proposals for 2024 exhibition ideas in the Annex. Rental dates are available. Send an email with an exhibit idea to: manager@cowichanvalleyartscouncil.ca no exp
SOOKE ARTS COUNCIL invites artists and artisans to sell their artwork in the Gallery Gift Shop. Welcomes handmade items suitable for gift giving; small paintings/mixed media, photography, sculpture, jewellery, pottery, knitwear, weaving, prints, cards, ornaments etc. View the Gift Shop application page for ideas and more information. no exp
LADYSMITH GALLERY BOUTIQUE welcomes professional-quality artwork, accessories, and crafts from local and regional artists and artisans. To have work considered for sale at Ladysmith Gallery, visit www.ladysmitharts.ca/ladysmith-gallery-small-works no exp. Ongoing
SAANICH MUNICIPAL HALL invites local artists to apply to Exhibitions. Space is free for local artists and arts and cultural groups. Display spaces for both two-dimensional (paintings, drawings etc.) and three-dimensional works (sculpture, ceramics, woodworking etc.) are available. Artists and groups living or working in Saanich and neighbouring municipalities may apply. Exhibitions are approximately 6 weeks in duration. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.saanich.ca/EN/main/parks-recreation-community/arts/exhibitions.html no exp
LOBBY GALLERY in the COWICHAN PERFORMING ARTS CENTRE (2687 James St, Duncan) invites exhibition proposals from visual artists. Group shows are encouraged. The space can accommodate 40 pieces of art, ready to self-hang. Only 20% commission on sales. More info at https://cowichanpac.ca/art-gallery/gallery/ or contact Laura for details and booking inquiries at 250-746-3428 or Laura.Stephenson@cvrd.bc.ca no exp
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THE CRESCENT BEACH POP-UP GALLERY, located in the heart of Crescent Beach (Surrey), invites proposals for solo or group art exhibitions. Group exhibitions are to be of two people or more, and at least one of the artists must be a Surrey resident. This opportunity is open to artists from all disciplines, levels, and backgrounds. Submission deadline Dec 13, 2023. For more information, visit https://www.surrey.ca/arts-culture/community-art/crescent-beach-pop-gallery/crescent-beach-pop-gallery-artist-call
SEMIAHMOO ARTS invites artists interested in hosting their own exhibition or group exhibition in the Turnbull Gallery from March 12 to April 12, 2024, free of charge. Artists must be members of the Semiahmoo Arts Society (new members welcome). Artist(s) must have enough work to fill the gallery space (approx 43’ long wall/ display case) and must host three artist events to animate the space (eg. artist talks, demos, workshops, etc.). Work is to be installed and uninstalled without staff assistance, and the artists must host and cater their own reception. Interested artists are to e-mail shoppe@semiahmooarts.com with the following information: Proposed Exhibition title, Exhibition proposal (short description of what the exhibition will be: e.g., themes, type of artwork being shown, or anything that will help in understanding the proposal’s vision). Participating Artist/s must include ideas on how the space will be animated for the three events. For Solo Artists: Include 10 - 20 images of the artwork to be exhibited (compile the artwork in a PDF or Word document and include the following: title, medium, size, year (optional), and artist statement (optional) under each artwork). For Artist Group: 5 - 8 images of the artwork each artist considers exhibiting (compile the artwork in a PDF or Word document and include the following: title, medium, size, year (optional), and artist statement (optional) under each artwork). Optional: Include an Artist's CV/portfolio/s. Submission deadline Jan 31, 2023. E-mail shoppe@semiahmooarts.com with questions or concerns.
THE CITY OF WHITE ROCK welcomes artists to apply year-round for Art Walk. A limited number of artists are permitted to create and sell their artwork along the ocean promenade in White Rock. For more details and to apply, visit https://whiterockcity.jotform.com/231665151991864.no exp
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CHILLIWACK
The Chilliwack Visual Artists Association and O'Connor Group Art Gallery (9201 Corbould St., Chilliwack) presents a group exhibit, Golden Mean: Interpretations, Dec 6, 2023 to Jan 6, 2024. Opening reception Dec 9, 2023, 1 - 3 pm. This exhibit is part of the Fraser Valley Biennial 2023. Harmonious proportions have been used throughout the ages to create pleasing designs. The Golden Mean or the Fibonacci Sequence can be found in architecture, art and many aspects of nature. In this exhibit, the artists were challenged to create interpretations of visual harmony with the above proportions using tertiary colour pairs. For more information, visit connorgroupartgallery.com
DELTA
Gallery 1710 (1710, 56 Street, Delta) presents "Celebration," an art show and sale of works from over 160 artists. Open Friday to Sunday (12 - 4 pm), until Dec 17, 2023. https://southdeltaartistsguild.com/
NAKUSP
Studio Connexion Art Gallery (203 Fifth Ave. NW) presents the Winter Group Show until Jan 20, 2024. More than 20 artists will present fine artworks for Christmas and New Year, featuring works in soft pastel, acrylic, oil, watercolour, and soapstone sculpture. Studio Connexion Art Gallery represents more than 25 artists from across Canada, primarily landscape, some wildlife, and a touch of abstract. Gallery hours are 11 am to 4 pm, Tues through Sat (also open by appointment: Text 250-265-8888). For more information, visit www.studioconnexiongallery.com
OSOYOOS
The Art Gallery Osoyoos “A Community Gallery for Creative People” (8713 Main Street, Osoyoos), presents the 2024 Poster Contest Art Show, Jan 6 to 27, 2024. Voros/Wilsie Deep Roots, Feb 3 to 24, 2024. Federation of Canadian Artists (South Okanagan Similkameen Chapter), Beauty is In, March 2 to 23, 2024. For hours of operation, visit www.osoyoosartscouncil.com Ask about the Limited Edition Signed Posters, which are available for purchase. Visit the Virtual Gallery https://osoyoospersists.ca/
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PORT ALBERNI
The Grove Art Gallery (#7 – 5440 Argyle Street, Harbour Quay, Port Alberni) presents the Mistletoe Market until Dec 23. For more information and to learn about the many spring/summer adult art workshops at the Grove Art Gallery, visit https://www.alberniarts.com
PORT COQUITLAM
Art Focus Artists Association (AFAA) hosts an Art Salon on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (1 to 4 pm) at the Michael Wright Gallery (2253 Leigh Square Place, Port Coquitlam). Visit the AFAA website for updates and more information: artfocusartistsassociation.com
RICHMOND
Lipont Art Gallery presents ongoing Virtual Exhibitions (online): 2022 New Beauty, art by Daniil Alikov, https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=mi56yCffCoZ. Circle of Life, paintings by Pepe Hidalgo and Guo Yan, https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=gBMm2Cb7PQ4.
SURREY / WHITE ROCK
Mind and Matter Gallery (13743, 16 Ave, South Surrey), founded by Mary Mikelson and the late Arnold Mikelson, offers a wide variety of artwork from guest exhibitors on a rotating monthly basis, as well as the works of the late Arnold Mikelson, renowned local and international artist. Gallery hours: 12-6 pm daily. For information about the current exhibit, visit www.mindandmatterart.com, e-mail mary@mindandmatterart.com or phone 604-536-6460. Mary Mikelson’s book Mind and Matter: Life with Arnold Mikelson is available for purchase at the gallery.
VANCOUVER AREA
Mount Pleasant Community Art Screen is an outdoor media art screen located at the corner of Kingsway and Broadway in Vancouver. Since its launch in 2019, the screen has showcased over 250 works on this art-only, community-focused screen and a wide selection of short films and videos, animation, photography, GIFs, and performance documentation by artists through the annual submissions process. More exciting programming is planned for 2024, and donations are appreciated to help sustain the screen. The screen is programmed by grunt gallery on an ongoing basis. Contact grunt gallery's Operations Director, Meagan Kus, at meagan@grunt.ca with any questions or additional information. Jan 15.
North Shore Artists' Guild presents Winter Art Sale, Dec 9, 2023, 11 am to 5 pm at the St. Catherine’s Anglican Church (Edgemont Village), 1058 Ridgewood Drive, North Vancouver. Features original art by talented North Shore artists: Wide selection of contemporary, abstract, realist and impressionist paintings that are well priced, starting at $100. More information https://nsartists.ca/show
Michael King is hosting his annual Solo Exhibition, Transitions, on Dec 2 and 3, 2023 (10-5 pm) at Studio 320, 1000 Parker St. in Vancouver. Michael presents the evolution of his plein-air artwork into larger, more interpretive pieces, exploring the impact of simplicity in design. The Opening Reception is from 12-5 pm on Dec 2. This exhibition marks a profound evolution in Michael's creative journey, blending nature's inspiration into abstract forms where the outdoors merges into abstraction, crafting a deeply personal, universally resonant narrative. Everyone welcome. Michael's Website: https://www.michaelking.ca/
The Vancouver Art Gallery (750 Hornby Street) presents Emily Carr: A Room of Her Own, on view until Sept 8, 2024. For more information, visit https://www.vanartgallery.bc.ca/exhibitions/emily-carr-a-room-of-her-own.
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