For Artists

Submission Form

Save time by filling out a submission form in advance. You can download a printable form and bring it with you to the gallery.

Or you can fill out an online form, print that out and bring it into the gallery. Using the online form helps us keep entries organized, so we ask that you please do that if you can.

Download Printable Form

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Requirements to exhibit at the Calaveras County Arts Council Gallery

The Calaveras County Arts Council organizes thematic exhibitions to promote artistic excellence and to showcase work by members and artists throughout the Motherlode.

All 2-D artwork must be original work by the exhibiting artist, or if a print, the original work must have been created by exhibiting artist. Reference materials must belong to the artist, or the artist must have permission to use them. No workshop pieces are accepted.

​Our gallery in San Andreas is now open Monday through Thursday Noon to 4 p.m. We'll be selling artwork through the gallery and also at our online shop for select shows. 

​Artists keep 80% of any sales; the gallery portion (20%) of the proceeds are used to help pay for administrative costs. 
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Selling art online requires good quality photographs. We encourage artists to submit their own photographs for the website, but if artists can't do this, we are here to help! Email Kathy at goldrusharts18@gmail.com for more information.

All artwork must be ready to hang; please use wire and D-rings (see link below for instructions) when possible or appropriate. Please label all art work on the back with the name of the artist; the title of the art; contact information; and the price.

All art must be hand-delivered to the gallery. No shipped work will be accepted. 

How to use D-rings to hang a picture

How to take top-notch photos of your artwork

Safe Space​

Art due in gallery
June 16, 2022

Show In Gallery and online 
Safe Space show extended until September 1

Join us to showcase the art of Calaveras-based rural LGBTQIA+ artists and their allies,  friends and families for Pride Month.

Anyone can enter artwork that celebrates, amplifies, and normalizes LGBTQAI+ lives in our rural community. Let your art shine a light on a safe Calaveras County where everybody is welcomed, respected, and loved.

This show is a partnership with the Tri-County LGBT Alliance, #out4mentalhealth, Amador and Tuolumne Arts Councils, and Rosebud’s Café.

There are no fees to enter this show, but there is a commission if artwork sells. Commission: 80% artist, 20% gallery

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Artist Call to Entry

STREET LEGAL
​Celebrating our love for all things on wheels

​Art due in gallery
​September 1 through 8, 2022
Show In Gallery 
September 12 through October 3
Reception
September 15, 2022
5 to 7 p.m.

Exhibit your artwork of anything that rolls! Trains, automobiles, motorcycles, bicycles, uni-cycles, tricycles, skateboards, roller-skates, scooters, wagons—or vehicles or creatures on wheels from your imagination.
We look forward to your submissions! 

Open to all artists in Calaveras County

Artwork may be 2d or 3d. All mediums accepted.

Requirements:
All art must be created by the artist. 
All 2-D artwork should be ready to hang. 

Use any medium: collage, digital, watercolor, acrylic, photography. All oils must be thoroughly dry. If using charcoal or pastel, make sure artwork is well sealed with fixative. Please don’t use glitter, and affix all media securely.

There are no fees to enter this show, but there is a commission if artwork sells. Commission: 80% artist, 20% gallery.

Download Printable Form

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ART THAT HEALS

Art due in gallery
October 3 through 6,  2022

Show In Gallery 
October 13-November 14

Reception
October 20, 2022
5 to 7 p.m.​

How has art healed your life? Do you have artwork meant to heal others? Please share your work at this show to recognize the power of art to heal, comfort and provide a multitude of benefits to everyone, from overcoming battles with mental health to surviving an illness such as breast cancer, to experiencing grief and more.

We look forward to your submissions! 

Open to all artists in Calaveras County

Artwork may be 2d or 3d. All mediums accepted.

Requirements:
All art must be created by the artist. 
All 2-D artwork should be ready to hang. 

Use any medium: collage, digital, watercolor, acrylic, photography. All oils must be thoroughly dry. If using charcoal or pastel, make sure artwork is well sealed with fixative. Please don’t use glitter, and affix all media securely.

There are no fees to enter this show, but there is a commission if artwork sells. Commission: 80% artist, 20% gallery

Download Printable Form

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ONE-OF-A-KIND GIFTS OF ART

Art due in gallery
November 14 through 18,  2022

Show In Gallery 
November 21 through February 2

Reception
December 13, 2022
5 to 7 p.m.​

One of our most popular shows, this gift show highlights your artwork and crafts for the holiday gift-giving season. The community loves to support local artists. Your work makes their season more special.

We look forward to your submissions! 

Open to all artists in Calaveras County

Artwork may be 2d or 3d. All mediums accepted.

Requirements:
All art must be created by the artist. 
All 2-D artwork should be ready to hang. 

Use any medium: collage, digital, watercolor, acrylic, photography. All oils must be thoroughly dry. If using charcoal or pastel, make sure artwork is well sealed with fixative. Please don’t use glitter, and affix all media securely.
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There are no fees to enter this show, but there is a commission if artwork sells. Commission: 80% artist, 20% gallery

Download Printable Form

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ART SPIRIT
The Artwork of Calaveras County Teens

Art due in gallery
February 27 through March 3, 2023

Show In Gallery
March 3 through March 30, 2023

Reception
TBA
5 to 7 p.m.

ArtSpirit showcases artwork by Calaveras teens during March, Arts in Education month. This is a wonderful way to get the kids' artwork into the public eye, and get them the recognition they deserve. 

Any Calaveras middle or high school student may enter. Teens may offer their work for sale if they choose, or list it as Not For Sale.

Please contact Kathy Mazzaferro at goldrusharts18 @ gmail.com for more information. 

We look forward to your submissions! 

Open to all teen artists in Calaveras County

Artwork may be 2d or 3d. All mediums accepted.

Requirements:
All art must be created by the artist. 
All 2-D artwork should be ready to hang. 

Use any medium: collage, digital, watercolor, acrylic, photography. All oils must be thoroughly dry. If using charcoal or pastel, make sure artwork is well sealed with fixative. Please don’t use glitter, and affix all media securely.

There are no fees to enter this show, and no commission.

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