This is a call to artists who are members of OMA Artist Alliance to submit entries for Gathering Light: Reflections on Renewal, an exhibition to take place at Ashton Gallery @ Art on 30th in San Diego. Artwork will be juried and exhibition layout designed solely by juror and curator Kate Ashton.

This exhibition is not strictly themed, but artists are encouraged to submit work that represents your interpretation of the title. Consider artworks that are luminous, bright, hopeful, reflective either literally or in concept, and reviving in spirit.

The juror will select work that they feel will create the strongest show when considering all works in context with the other works selected, and may not necessarily select work based on its adherence to the exhibition title. The juror's selections are subjective. It is not always possible to include every excellent and worthy artwork submitted.

ENTRY FEE: $20 for first submission, $10 for each thereafter. 

Scholarships are available, please contact katie@oma-online.org if you would like to be considered for a scholarship.

Thank you for being a part of OMA. Your submission fees (less CAfÉ listing fees) and membership dues go toward supporting the museum’s exhibitions and educational programming.

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TIMELINE:

• Deadline to submit: Wednesday, December 4, 2025, 10:59PM Pacific Standard Time (PST) 
• Notifications of selected artworks: On or before Thursday, December 19, 2025
• Art Drop Off at Ashton Gallery: Tuesday, January 7 and Wednesday, January 8, 2025 10:00am–3:00pm
  • Artwork under 60" may also be shipped to arrive at Oceanside Museum of Art before January 6, 2025. Please contact katie@oma-online.org if you plan to ship your artwork.
• Exhibition on view to public: Saturday, January 11–February 5, 2025
• Public reception: Saturday, January 11, 4:00–7:00pm 
• Artwork Pickup: February, dates TBC

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Contact katie@oma-online.org with questions about this artwork submission opportunity after carefully reading the prospectus in full.

Application Requirements

Media

• All submissions must be original works of art. No giclees or other reproductions, with exception of limited edition prints and/or photography.
• Artwork may be in any media or style.
• Tasteful nudity is acceptable.
• Artwork requiring special or unusual lighting, electricity, or unusual methods of installation may be accommodated on a case by case basis, and should be discussed prior to entry. Please contact katie@oma-online.org to discuss your entry.

Size

• Wall mounted two- and three-dimensional work: maximum 60” width, 84” height, including frame. Maximum weight: 20 pounds.
• Freestanding three-dimensional work must be appropriate size for display on 12” x 12” x 40” pedestal.

Frames

• Works on paper must be framed. Frames must be simple and neutral. Edges of unframed two-dimensional artwork must be finished or gallery wrapped.
• If work is gallery wrapped no frame is needed.

Installation Hardware

• D Rings must be installed on the back at precisely equal distances from the top of all wall-mounted work.
• No cleats
• No wires

Eligibility Criteria

Artists must be a current OMA member with the Artist Alliance affiliate membership add-on. Artists who are not members of the OMA with the Artist Alliance add-on but are interested in participating in this exhibition must become members of OMA at any level and add Artist Alliance before submitting artwork for consideration.

OMA Artist Alliance can be joined by one of the following methods: 

• Online: Visit oma-online.org/membership. Choose any level of membership and then add Artist Alliance
• By phone: Call the OMA membership center at (760) 435-3724
• In person: Visit Oceanside Museum of Art at 704 Pier View Way, Oceanside CA (please check www.oma-online.org for public hours)