2017 California Open Juried Exhibition

The 12th Annual 2017 California Open is a juried exhibition celebrating contemporary and modern art created by emerging artists. The exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and older working in Computer Art, Drawing, Mixed Media, Painting, Print-making, Photography, and Sculpture. Accepted work will be exhibited at TAG Gallery from August 9-26, 2017, and all work must be available for sale.

Entry fee is $50 for the first three entries, with additional entries at $10 each (maximum six entries). Entries must be submitted online by June 23, 2017. Work samples must include 3-6 images total. All work must be original, unsold, and completed since 2011. Work cannot have been previously shown at TAG Gallery. Hanging works are limited to 60" height and 40" width (including frame) and may not exceed 30 lbs. Sculptures are limited to 48" height x 20" depth and may not exceed 40 lbs. including base. No video, film, installations, or artwork requiring special assembly are accepted.

The 2017 juror is artist Scott Canty. Awards include First Place ($1,000), Second Place ($500), Third Place ($250), and three Valerie Mendez Memorial Honorable Mention Awards. Results will be communicated after July 14, 2017. TAG Gallery retains a 50% commission on sales during the exhibition and 30 days after closing. Shipping costs and insurance are the artist's responsibility. A $50 handling charge applies for shipped work. Contact: [email protected] or 310.829.9556.