Short Description

To complement the simplicity of summer where the best times are had, we are calling artists to showcase the spirit of Pop Art—a genre known for challenging conventions and celebrating popular culture from over the decades. If you’ve been looking for a new opportunity to display your contemporary skills to the world, then our 2nd Annual Pop Art-esque gallery showcase is what you’ve been waiting for. All mediums are welcomed for this chance to share your daring ideas, bold use of color, and mastery of your craft. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newfound visionary, our gallery offers the perfect platform to elevate your reputation and gain recognition from patrons visiting from around the world. Don’t miss this chance to put your art on display and connect with fellow artists in a professionally curated art gallery in the Marina District of downtown San Diego, California.

Eligibility

To complement the simplicity of summer where the best times are had, we are calling artists to showcase the spirit of Pop Art—a genre known for challenging conventions and celebrating popular culture from over the decades. If you’ve been looking for a new opportunity to display your contemporary skills to the world, then our 2nd Annual Pop Art-esque gallery showcase is what you’ve been waiting for. All mediums are welcomed for this chance to share your daring ideas, bold use of color, and mastery of your craft. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a newfound visionary, our gallery offers the perfect platform to elevate your reputation and gain recognition from patrons visiting from around the world. The artist is at least 18 years of age and has the authority, without breaching any other agreement made by the artist, to make the submission.

  • All 2D, hanging artwork should not exceed 30” on its longest side, or an additional fee will be required if the piece is invited to participate. 
  • Sculptures must not be larger than 16” high x 8” wide x 8” deep, and must not exceed 45 lbs in weight.
  • Artworks will be judged only by their quality, originality, and relevance to this call. 
  • Art Scene West will remit 60% of the sales commission to the artist and withhold 40% for gallery expenses. 
  • Artists selected for the exhibition will have their biographies and artwork images published and promoted through our social media handles and website.

Submission Requirements

The information you provide here will be used on our gallery website and on the labels inside our gallery. 

  • Title of Artwork
  • Dimensions in inches (height x width)
  • Medium
  • Proposed asking price in USD

Artist Information Requirements

The information you provide here will be used on our gallery website and social media handles if selected.

  • Artist bio (3rd person, 300 words max)
  • Artist statement (1st person, 300 words max)
  • Artist photo (encouraged, not required)
  • Social media links (if applicable)
  • Website (if applicable)
  • City and State of residence and/or Country of Origin

How to Apply

Online Application

Entry Fee

There is a $35 submission fee to thoroughly review the artist’s work and biography. For artists who are selected into the exhibition, the participation fee is $75. This helps cover the costs of promoting the exhibition, handling and curating the artwork inside the gallery, and uploading the artist’s content onto our website and social media channels. Artists are responsible for shipping and return-shipping fees.

Location

San Diego, United States

Timeline

  • Application Deadline: 27 May 2025

Website Link: https://www.artscenewest.com/pop-art-esque-call