Call Description

A House of Orange Annual Juried Exhibition

SEE Creatures — Real or Imagined invites viewers to experience the creatures of our world—big or small, real or imagined—through the creative vision of artists.

Originally launched as a themed exhibition, SEE Creatures quickly became our most popular show to date, delighting visitors of all ages and sparking wonder, laughter, curiosity, and awe. In response to its overwhelming success, House of Orange expanded the concept into an annual juried event, inviting artists from across the country and beyond to share their creative creatures with Cannon Beach during peak summer tourism.

Our first annual juried show debuted in 2025 and was wildly successful, generating outstanding gallery traffic, meaningful artist exposure, and strong artwork sales. Visitors were eager to participate, especially through the interactive Collector Favorite vote, giving guests a true sense of ownership and community connection. It was a whimsical, inclusive celebration of imagination—an experience that exists only at House of Orange.

With over 500 submissions nationwide, we selected 44 artists, marking a milestone moment in our gallery’s history and expanding our audience in exciting new ways.

As we grow toward 2026 and beyond, we invite you to be part of this momentum.
Don’t miss your opportunity to participate in this name-making exhibition—
Submit your creatures and help shape the next chapter of SEE Creatures. CALL FOR ART — “SEE Creatures” Juried Exhibition

House of Orange Gallery — Cannon Beach, Oregon
Exhibition Dates: August 1–31, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 1, 5–7 PM

House of Orange invites artists nationwide to submit work for SEE Creatures, our annual juried exhibition celebrating the wonder, mystery, and imagination of life beneath (and along) the waves. This vibrant showcase will feature selected artists from across the U.S., introducing new work in ink, watercolor, oil, acrylic, clay, glass, metal, wood, mixed media, and more.

Blind Jury Process

This exhibition uses a blind jury selection through CaFÉ, judged solely on the submitted images. Experience, résumé, and artistic background are not required—your artwork speaks for itself.

Our panel includes notable jurors with diverse professional perspectives, and we strongly encourage submissions from artists of all backgrounds, identities, and lived experiences.
 

Submission + Timeline

Submit through CaFÉ: Jan 31 through June 1, 2025, application FEE $35, + $5 each additional entry, limit of 3 entries per artist

Notification of Acceptance: June 13–16, 2026

Artwork Delivery Window: July 1–15, 2026

Shipping & Return

Ship to:
House of Orange Gallery
107 Sunset Blvd., Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Mail to:
**PO BOX 249, Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Return Shipping:**
Artists requesting return shipping must provide a FedEx account or coordinate payment with Craters & Freighters no later than Sept. 5, 2026. Artists are responsible for the cost of return shipping.
House of Orange will deliver work safely to the carrier in good faith, but cannot assume liability for damage or loss in transit.

Exhibition Details

Show Dates: August 1–31, 2026

Opening Reception: Saturday, August 1, 4 PM - 630 PM
Complimentary refreshments.
Meet fellow artists, collectors, and coastal art lovers.

Pickup of Unsold Work: Sept. 1–5, 2026
Please make every effort to pick up unsold artwork on time. Artwork not retrieved by September 5 will be considered abandoned and may be sold or gifted at the gallery’s discretion.

Awards

Best in Show — $500

Most Imaginative — $250

Collector Favorite — $100

In addition to the cash prizes, accepted artists receive enhanced visibility, professional display, marketing promotion, and networking opportunities.

*All works must be available for purchase.
Artists receive 50% of retail sales.

Entry Guidelines

Open to: All media *Must be 18 or older to enter
For the best presentation in our moderate-sized gallery, we suggest:

Wall works up to 48" on the longest edge

Free-standing sculpture up to 24” x 24” footprint

Pedestal pieces approximately 12” x 12” footprint

• Stretched canvas must be gallery depth 1.5" and painted edges preference for no frames. The wire should be securely mounted 1/3 of the distance from the top of the painting.

Works will be evaluated on:

Quality of execution

Originality and interpretation of the theme

• Wall hanging works must include an image, including an image with a frame if applicable. We recommend a minimalistic approach to displaying artwork, such as no frames on stretched canvas artwork. Simple modern moldings are glass for hanging.

Gallery Pricing

We welcome a range of accessible and investment-level artworks.
Typical collector sales:

$200–$600 commonly sold

$700–$2,000 moderately sold

$2,500–$10,000 occasionally sold

View our 2025 SEE Creatures entries

Artists who participated in our inaugural 2025 SEE Creatures exhibition shared how meaningful and rewarding the experience was. Highlights included:

Robust Visibility & Promotion
Featured on social media, newsletters, and regional advertising, artists enjoyed increased exposure during Cannon Beach’s busiest season.

Artwork Sales in Peak Tourism Season
With thousands of visitors exploring the coast in August, our gallery saw high foot traffic—resulting in strong sales and expanded collector interest.

A Supportive Creative Community
Participants immediately felt welcomed into our connected, collaborative network of makers, collectors, and art lovers.

A Memorable Opening Reception
Artists mingled with guests, enjoyed live music, met out-of-town visitors, and shared stories alongside refreshments and celebration.

Cash Prizes & Recognition
Award winners received press features, prize money, and bragging rights that stretched beyond the event.

A Destination Gallery Like No Other
Located just steps from Haystack Rock, House of Orange offers an unforgettable coastal backdrop—where forests meet the sea, and every visit begins a new adventure.

About House of Orange

House of Orange Gallery is one of Cannon Beach’s newest and most vibrant fine art destinations, located in trendy midtown near the Pacific shoreline, where old-growth forests meet sweeping sandy beaches and rugged sea stacks. We showcase modern works, full of happy, inducing color, creativity, and whimsy!
Address: 107 Sunset Blvd, Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Application Requirements

Applications are accepted through Cafe

Include a description of your medium, title, and photographs

You may submit up to 3 entries, an application fee of $35 for the first entry, and $5 for each additional entry.

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all artists located within the U.S. 

Must be original artwork; no prints or reproductions will be eligible.