2026 CALL TO ARTISTS | Artist Exhibit Program

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

The Clackamas Arts Alliance showcases the work of local visual artists through our Artist Exhibit Program (AEP). We match artists with libraries, hospitals, county buildings, and other public spaces so their art can be viewed by the public. Currently we rotate 20 galleries in 12 public venues in Clackamas County.

The Arts Alliance coordinates installation, and artwork rotates regularly in venues throughout Clackamas County. Community members are able to enjoy changing exhibits, experience various art mediums, and learn about local artists. AEP opens doors to additional exhibit and sales opportunities for artists, while also providing skill building and gallery readiness training. The call for artists to participate in AEP (which is offered commission-free) is extended annually, with an updated roster of artists announced once selections have been completed.

Eligibility:

• This opportunity is open to emerging and experienced Individual Artists who live or work in Clackamas County *
• Prior exhibit history is not required!
• Artists who have previously exhibited in the AEP Program are invited to apply – with new artwork.

*  Working or living in Clackamas County means Artist’s studio is in the County, or Artist is employed in the County.

Opportunity:

Our focus is on original visual 2D artwork and smaller 3D artwork, in all mediums. 

Mediums include, but are not limited to: 

• 2D– oil, watercolor, acrylic, drawing, encaustic, printmaking, collage, photography, book arts, textiles, ceramics, metal smithing, mixed-media, etc.
• 3D— sculpture, ceramics, mosaic, glass, metal arts, clay, stone, wood, glass, metal, concrete, mixed media, etc.
• Some digital artwork may be accepted. AI-created work will not be accepted.

Our annual AEP install schedule starts in January, and ends in March the following year. Most of our galleries rotate every 3 months, with a few of our galleries beginning a new rotation each month.

After an initial email of an exhibit opportunity (that states the venue proposed, and dates and times to deliver and pickup artwork), we will email an Exhibit Information Form to fill in. We will supply signage art statement and labels, based on filled in form. Artists will drop off their artwork inside gallery venue on install day, and pick up their artwork on de-install day. Sales inquiries are directed to artists and no commissions are taken by the Clackamas Arts Alliance. All artwork is to remain on display for full exhibit period, even if it sells.

Click here for more information on the Artist Exhibit Program.

Please be sure to download and review our Artists Exhibit Program handbook here.

For questions or assistance, please contact: Sue Allen at [email protected] or 503-260-4982.