Call Detail
Call Overview
Days remaining to deadline: 66
Entry Fee (Entry Fee): $35.00
Media Fee(Additional Media Fee): $10.00
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum:Min. 1, Maximum:Max. 3
Total Samples | Minimum:Min. 1, Maximum:Max. 3
Eligibility: Regional
State: California
Call Description
Exhibition Dates: 10/17-11/16
The Sausalito Center For The Arts invite you to be part of our first juried art exhibition that reflects our mission: to enrich our cultural experience and unite our community through diverse artistic expression for the benefit of all.
This is a unique opportunity to showcase your work in downtown Sausalito and Marin County, engage with fellow artists, and contribute to a growing and dynamic arts association that supports programs for artists, residents, and visitors alike.
We invite all artists to apply now and help us shape a show that celebrates diverse artistic expression for the benefit of all. Join us in creating a dynamic exhibition that inspires dialogue, fosters understanding, and showcases the power of visual storytelling.
Sausalito, California, boasts a rich artistic heritage that has evolved over the decades. Known for its picturesque waterfront, charming houseboats, and stunning views of the San Francisco Bay, Sausalito has long been a haven for artists, writers, and musicians.
In the early to mid-20th century, Sausalito became a magnet for bohemian artists and writers seeking an alternative lifestyle. The town's unique atmosphere and natural beauty attracted creatives looking for inspiration. The natural beauty of Sausalito, with its rolling hills, waterfront views, and scenic vistas, has been a continuous source of inspiration for artists. This connection to nature is evident in much of the local artwork, which often reflects the stunning surroundings.
Efforts to preserve and celebrate Sausalito's artistic heritage are ongoing. Organizations like the Sausalito Center For The Arts (hosting over 35K visitors a year), play a crucial role in supporting the arts and ensuring that the town's creative legacy continues to thrive.
Judging will be conducted by:
Susan Snyder - Susan Snyder holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Columbia College in Columbia, Missouri, earned in 1981. Just two years after graduating, she founded the Caldwell Snyder Gallery in San Francisco. Over the decades, Susan has played an instrumental role in expanding Caldwell Snyder into multiple cultural hubs, including New York, Carmel, and St. Helena. Through these galleries, she have curated compelling exhibitions and cultivated a roster of over 40 artists, many of whom they represent exclusively.
Hilary Magowan - Hilary Magowan is the Associate Director of Exhibitions, Legion of Honor at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, which comprise the de Young and Legion of Honor.
Hilary received her BA in Art History from Connecticut College, and her MA in Humanities with a concentration in Art History from New York University.
Craig Coss - Craig Coss is an award-winning San Francisco Bay Area fine artist, illustrator, and storyteller whose paintings have been exhibited in several small northern California museums and galleries, and who illustrated the Game of Thrones Tarot for HBO and Chronicle Books.
He holds an MFA in Visual Narrative from the School of Visual Arts, and is on the faculty at Dominican University and College of Marin, where he has taught drawing, painting, and traditional materials & techniques since 2018.
Application Requirements
- All artwork submitted must be for sale
- The Sausalito Center For The Arts retains a 40% commission on all sales
Accepted Work:
- Painting, Drawing, Photography
- Sculpture, Mixed Media, Glass
- Textile Art, Printmaking
2D WALL ART
- Maximum width 50 inches including frame or canvas wrap.
- All artwork must be ready for installation with a hanging wire positioned approx. 1/3 down from the top of the frame. No sawtooth hangers or metal strips requiring screws.
3D SCULPTURE, CERAMIC & WOOD ART
- Must have a flat base to fit on a pedestal base or be stable as free standing. Fragile and unstable pieces will not be accepted.
- 3D pieces are limited to 30” x 30” wide and 60” tall.
Artwork must be original. No AI-generated art will be accepted at this time.