Greater Los Angeles | 2024 Gallery Program

Dama Gallery, LLC is a contemporary art gallery located in Ventura, California, dedicated to mid-career and established artists. The gallery considers submissions for exhibition in Midtown Ventura, with exhibition lengths varying from 1 to 3 months depending on the artist's medium and work sizes. Featured artists are invited to attend receptions, and a selected few may be invited for recorded artist interviews or panel discussions. Artists selected for exhibition will be considered for representation by Dama Gallery, which includes priority consideration for future exhibitions, professional consultation, portfolio assistance, and marketing support.

Submissions must include at least 3 images (maximum 20) along with biography and artist statement. Entry fee is $35 for 3 images, with an additional $5 per image up to 20 total. All artwork must be original, unsold, and owned solely by the artist. Accepted media includes painting, printmaking, sculpture, glass, fiber, functional work, digital art, photography, installation, mixed media, and new genres. 2D artwork selected for exhibition must be ready to hang with professional-quality frames, mats, and wiring.

Dama Gallery retains a 50% commission on sales. Artworks are listed on Artsy, the gallery's online sales platform partner. Sales remittance to artists occurs 5-7 business days post-exhibition and/or upon buyer payment finalization, with a detailed remittance statement provided. Entries submitted by January 31, 2024 are considered for exhibition. Entries are reviewed weekly with selections made throughout the month by the curator. Artists are responsible for round-trip shipping and insurance of artworks.