The Blues

Corrales Bosque Gallery (CBG), an artist-owned cooperative located in the historic village of Corrales, New Mexico, invites artists to submit up to 3 original, professionally executed 2D works for their upcoming juried show, THE BLUES. This exhibition seeks high-quality artwork that reflects depth, originality, and a thoughtful interpretation of the theme: THE BLUES. Artists are encouraged to explore this theme through personal, cultural, historical, or symbolic lenses. Successful submissions will go beyond surface-level ideas, demonstrating strong conceptual development and technical skill. The gallery welcomes submissions in a range of 2D media—painting, drawing, mixed media, printmaking, and more—whether traditional, abstract, contemporary, or experimental.

This exhibition is intended for mid-career and established artists and is not designed for students, hobbyists, or emerging artists still developing technical proficiency. Submissions should reflect a high level of craftsmanship, originality, and conceptual depth. Artists should have prior exhibition experience or a demonstrable body of work at a professional level. The exhibition will be on display for one month in their professional gallery setting, which has a long-standing reputation for showcasing exceptional regional talent.

Artists may submit up to 3 artworks, with one to three pieces potentially selected for exhibition. All accepted artwork must be ready to hang with proper wiring and D-rings (no sawtooth hangers). Gallery-wrapped canvases must be at least 1.5" deep, with painted edges. Maximum size is 400 total inches (H x W, including frame). The entry fee is $45 per entry of up to three pieces. This call is open to artists residing in AZ, CA, CO, HI, NM, NV, OK, TX, UT. Artwork must be original, created solely by the submitting artist, and not produced in a workshop or classroom setting. No reproductions, digital prints of original work, or AI-generated components are allowed.