LOCATION | Nestled between Malibu and Ojai, H Gallery + Studios was opened in 2011 making it one of the most established and prevailing contemporary spaces in the greater Los Angeles area. 

GALLERY | H Gallery + Studios is located in Ventura, California. This 10,000 square foot vintage 1930's building is dedicated to creatives & art entrepreneurs. It includes a 3000 square foot gallery, a 2700 cubic foot suspended installation area and 20 work studios for creatives to nurture their creative endeavors.

SUBMISSIONS | Submissions will be reviewed by the H Gallery curator for group exhibitions. A comprehensive and detailed submission will include at least 3 images, a biography and/or artist statement, artist website link and links to at least 1 social media platform. Early applications are encouraged as entries are reviewed weekly and exhibition considerations will made prior to the deadlines.

EXHIBITIONS | H Gallery Exhibition lengths may vary from 6 to 12 weeks. H Gallery Online Exclusives will vary from 3 to 6 months. Featured artists are invited & encouraged to personally attend receptions. Submission considerations are for the fall program AND early 2023 exhibitions for both in gallery and online exhibitions. A selected few may be invited for a recorded artists interview and/or panel discussion about their exhibit.  

CONSIDERATIONS | Entries on or before 11/30/2023 are for exhibition consideration at H Gallery. Entries are reviewed weekly and early considerations are made prior to final deadline.

ACCEPTED ARTWORK | Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Glass, Fiber, Functional, Digital, Photography, Installation, mixed media and New Genres. Proposals may include multiple disciplines.

SPECIFICATIONS | All work must be original, unsold work, & the artist must own the sole copyright to art. Frames, mats & wiring must be professional quality & in good condition. No saw- tooth hangers. Wiring must be securely fashioned & support weight of the artwork. All accepted work must remain for the duration of the exhibit. 2D Artwork selected for exhibition MUST BE READY TO HANG. Unframed or improperly mounted work will not be accepted. The number of pieces varies depending on the artist’s medium, sizes and shapes of selected work and available wall space. Every artist will be able to exhibit a sizable body of work so that they are well represented in the exhibition. The number of pieces can vary considerably.

SHIPPING (READ CAREFULLY) | Absolutely no packing peanuts. Crates, boxes, even small packages containing packing peanuts will be resealed & immediately shipped back to you, no exceptions. Artists are responsible for round-trip shipping & insurance (during shipping) of artworks. All shipments must include a prepaid UPS OR FED EX return label & be shipped in a container suitable to re-use for return shipping. Work sent through the US Postal Service, must include a shipping label, USPS stamps will not be accepted.

COMMISSION | Gallery retains a 50% commission on all exhibition sales in gallery & online. Artwork and artists selected for exhibition will be listed on the Dab Art Co.'s sales platform, Artsy. Our partnership with Artsy has greatly expanded our collector visibility, elevating the sales experience and volume. You can view our Artsy page HERE.

REMITTANCES | **Gallery Exhibitions: Sales remittance to Artist will be provided within 5-7 business days after the close of exhibition and receipt of payment from Buyer to Dab Art Co. has been finalized. Dab Art Co. will provide Artist with a remittance statement for any and all sales. **Online Exhibitions: Sales remittance to Artist will be provided within 5-7 business days after the completion of a sale transaction and receipt of payment from Buyer to Dab Art Co. has been finalized. Dab Art Co. will provide Artist with a remittance statement for any and all sales.

CALL FEES | Basic media fee is $35 for 3 images. Additional media may be added, the cost is $5 per image. No more than 20 images can be added. 

OPTIONAL VIDEO CONSULTATION | If you would like to discuss your submission in detail, you may consider selecting our Optional Video Consultation with the Dab Art Co. gallery director at checkout. The director will discuss your submission in depth, reviewing your website, social media accounts, written biography, artist statements and any additional images the artist may provide. The director will also discuss any professional goals or questions about our industry from the gallery perspective. This consultation is is designed to help improve your overall online presence and increase exhibition invitations through critical and constructive feedback. The fee for our optional consultation with the director is $100.00 (USD). Consultation times vary based on the artists needs and information provided, but are limited to 1 hour maximum. Each consultation is conducted and recorded via Zoom and artists are provided with a copy of the recorded consultation for their reference. The gallery will confirm that your consultation fee has been paid through CaFE prior to your appointment. You will have 90 days to schedule your consultation. The scheduling link is provided in the question portion of this submission (links will also be sent with  notifications in case you forget). Please note that regardless of your invitation status at the close of the call, consultations are non-refundable. Our consultations are completely optional, offered with the intention of helping artists improve their online submissions and have absolutely no bearing on final selections. 

NOTIFICATIONS | Notifications are sent via email generally within 2 weeks after the close of each calendar month. Artists selected for exhibition will receive a notification of status. 

INVITED STATUS | An Invited status means you will receive an immediate invitation for an upcoming group or solo exhibition. 

FAQ's | Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is there a call fee?

A: Fees are re-distributed in various ways depending on the call; time spent reviewing portfolios for consideration, submission consultations, exhibition publications, artist stipends, juror honorariums, incremental shipping costs, gallery interns and a plethora of other expenses that go into planning, marketing and executing all the facets of a large scale exhibition program such as ours.          

Q: How many artists are selected per call?

A: Selections are made based on curatorial discretion, exhibition concepts and market demands. On average each gallery selects 10-20 artists each month for solo exhibitions and group shows (online & in gallery). Since opening our first gallery in 2011, we have grown our exhibition program steadily with each passing year. In 2021, we exhibited almost 750 individual artists in a total of 42 exhibitions.

Q: Why have monthly calls?

A: Our mission is to discover, exhibit and highlight contemporary working artists at the moment. Monthly calls allow us the freedom to find and exhibit the very latest happening in the contemporary art world. The market demand for new art of all genres and mediums is overwhelming by our gallery visitors and online sales viewership. Monthly calls allow us the opportunity to select new artists and meet the demands of both our gallery audience and online sales platform. Bottom line; we are always looking for quality art for exhibition and for sale.

MORE QUESTIONS? | Please email ventura@dabart.me for all inquiries regarding this call (questions about your status, late entries, additional entries, consultation appointments, etc.) Be sure to include the name on your CAFE account and date of submission.

ABOUT | H Gallery is a contemporary art space opened in 2011 and owned by the Dab Art Co. This distinctive art company is dedicated to enhancing the contemporary art experience for artists, collectors and viewers in and outside the traditional gallery setting. The Dab Art Co. embraces the relentless evolution of contemporary art by featuring experimental artists, highlighting innovative techniques and utilizing technological advances. Mainly focusing on mid-career to established artists, our current inventory of artwork is available for purchase on our sales platform ARTSY. Our partnership with ARTSY has greatly expanded our collector visibility to an international level, elevating the Dab Art Co. sales experience. Since 2011, the Dab Art Co. has expanded from standard gallery exhibitions to art publications, artist talks, panel discussions, video profiles, exhibition videos and documentary filmmaking; featuring our most remarkable and distinguished artists. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION | Visit www.dabart.me to find out more about the Dab Art Co. View our Exhibition Program, Artist Index, Locations and Films. We look forward to seeing your work!

Application Requirements

PROPOSALS | Proposals will be reviewed for group exhibitions and solo features. Artists chosen for exhibition will be further evaluated and considered for roster selections. A comprehensive and detailed submission will include at least 3 images, a biography and/or artist statement, artist website link and links to at least 1 social media platform. Early applications are encouraged as exhibition selections are made throughout the month.

GALLERY REQUIREMENTS | All work must be original, unsold work, & the artist must own the sole copyright to art. Frames, mats & wiring must be professional quality & in good condition. No saw- tooth hangers. Wiring must be securely fashioned & support weight of the artwork. 2D Artwork selected for exhibition MUST BE READY TO HANG. 

SHIPPING REQUIREMENTS | Absolutely no packing peanuts. Crates, boxes, even small packages containing packing peanuts will be resealed & immediately shipped back to you, no exceptions. Artists are responsible for round-trip shipping & insurance (during shipping) of artworks. All shipments must include a prepaid UPS OR FED EX return label & be shipped in a container suitable to re-use for return shipping. Work sent through the US Postal Service, must include a shipping label, USPS stamps will not be accepted.

Eligibility Criteria

ACCEPTED ARTWORK | Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Glass, Fiber, Functional, Digital, Photography, Installation, mixed media and New Genres. Proposals may include multiple disciplines.

SUBMISSION TIP | A comprehensive and detailed submission will include at least 3 images, biography and artist statement. We want to highlight the artists, not just the artwork.