About the Organizer:

Art Scene WestA Contemporary Art Gallery located in San Diego, CA. 
Art Scene West showcases both permanent gallery-artists including loca and international artists, and rotating exhibiting-artists with a new Call for Artists every couple months typically revolving around a theme. We host receptions for each new exhibition and other events such as our Film Festival and monthly outdoor Art Shows for local artists.
San DIego’s Finest Art Show: a juried art exhibition for established and budding artists to get their artwork showcased in our gallery and a chance for cash prizes and special accolades. This Open Call is a tremendous opportunity for Artists to market and sell their artwork in a gallery with a premier location and visitors of diverse backgrounds.
– This is an international open call for all 2D and 3D visual mediums.

– Our gallery is located at 803 W Harbor Dr, San Diego CA 92101. 

Timeline: 

  1. The Submission deadline is July 18th, 2025
  2. Selected Artists will be notified by July 22nd. 
  3. Selected artworks should be delivered to Art Scene West by August 10th. 
  4. The Award Ceremony and Reception will be hosted on August 16th.
  5. Unsold artwork can be retrieved or will be sent back beginning September 16th, 2025.

FEES:

There is a $35 submission fee to thoroughly review the artist’s work and biography. For artists who are selected into the exhibition, there is a participation fee of $100 to be part of the competition and gallery exhibition. 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.

Prizes:

  • 1st – $200
  • 2nd – $150
  • 3rd – $100
  • Honorable Mention – $50
  • Artist Spotlight – $50
  • Rising Star – $50

DETAILS:

  • All 2D, hanging artwork should not exceed 36” 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 selected based on their overall quality, understanding, and originality portrayed in their photos.
  • 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 artworks published and promoted throughout our social media handles and website.
  • The in-gallery exhibition will be live from August 11th – September 15th, 2025. (35 days)
  • The Award Ceremony and Reception will be hosted on August 16th.

Contact:

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