Call Detail
Call Overview
Days remaining to deadline: 53
Entry Fee (Entry Fee): $55.00
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum:Min. 0, Maximum:Max. 6
Audio | Minimum:Min. 0, Maximum:Max. 6
Video | Minimum:Min. 0, Maximum:Max. 6
Total Samples | Minimum:Min. 1, Maximum:Max. 6
Eligibility: International
State: California
Call Description
Open Call: All Media 2026
Deadline July 7th, 2026
Application fee: Non-members $55, members $35 with coupon code
PROSPECTUS
Artists are always pushing past what’s familiar—testing limits, uncovering something new, and transforming it into bold, original work. Studio Channel Islands invites you to submit your latest breakthrough pieces—the ones that mark a turning point, expand your vision, and point toward what’s next in your creative evolution.
All media and styles are welcome.
Juror: TBA
CATEGORIES ACCEPTED
This exhibition accepts 2D/3D works, video, film, performance, sound, installation art. All submissions must be the artist’s original work.
The Gallery walls are 8 feet high, with 9 feet available on two sections. There are five movable walls, each 8 feet by 8 feet. The Gallery has five 32 inch TV screens available, as well as 2 projectors with media players. The Gallery has an assortment of pedestals for three dimensional work.
AWARDS
The Juror's Awards three works
Cash Prizes:
1st Place $1,000
2nd Place $750
3rd Place $500
IMPORTANT DATES (SUMMARY)
EXHIBITION DATES August 1 - September 12, 2026
OPENING RECEPTION August 1, 2026 - 4 PM – 6 PM
Call for Artist Open
July 7 Submission Deadline
July 18 Artist Notification Date
July 28 Receive Date for Shipping
July 28 9am-6pm Artwork Drop-off
August 1 Show Opens:
August 1 Artist Reception 4pm – 6pm, Winners announced at 5:15pm
September 12 Show Closes
September 15 Pick up day 9-6:30pm
For detailed information on artwork eligibility, installation, delivery, shipment, commission, promotion, etc. - please refer to Legal Terms
Application Requirements
All submissions must be of original artwork, completed within the last three years.
Artwork made up of multiple pieces should be included as a single application.
All placement and installation of artwork to be done at the discretion of the professional installation team.
All work must be delivered within the time frame given by gallery. No late deliveries will be accepted.
Artist must indicate vertical or horizontal orientation of each piece and include any special installation instructions.
Installation team will take requests into consideration but final decision on cost and safety to be made by the gallery.
All 2D artwork must be delivered ready to hang with appropriate hardware. No saw-tooth hangers. Pedestals will be provided for 3D artwork.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to all artists ages 18 and up.
All media. Limited video and live performance options available.
2D artwork must be no larger than 8ft high.
All art work submitted shall be original and created by the artist. Artwork previously exhibited at the Blackboard Gallery is not permissible.

