New Co-Op Gallery Member Application

Columbia City Gallery Membership Application

Questions? Please email art@columbiacitygallery.com
Columbia City Gallery is an inclusive artist-run collective gallery. The Gallery is a program of SEEDArts, which builds community by presenting diverse arts experiences, nurturing local artists, and infusing creativity into our neighborhoods. We offer visual, performing, media, and public art programs in Southeast Seattle that support and sustain artists, inspire and connect residents, and revitalize community.

Applicants must be artists, working in 2D and/or 3D.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Alt. Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Website (optional)
Social Media Handles (optional)
Primary Medium(s)?
Brief description of work:
Short statement of artistic goals:
How long have you been making art?
Why are you interested in joining an artists’ cooperative? What do you feel you could bring to the group?
We strive to maintain a balance in our membership in regard to the artwork itself (mediums, styles, etc.) as well as prioritizing diverse voices and backgrounds.

Please answer the next two questions in 200 words or less.
How will you or your work contribute to the diversity of the gallery?*
What is your connection to the Columbia City neighborhood and/or Southeast Seattle?*
Artist Statement*
This should describe your philosophy and orientation to your artwork and be 200 words or less. Please include a description of the mediums and techniques you use.
What is the price range of your artwork?
What is the price range of your artwork?*
Please give examples of sizes and prices.
How would you qualify yourself?

New/Emerging ArtistMid-career ArtistExperienced Artist
List of shows you have participated in

Please list 3-5 shows you have participated in and that have taken place within the past five years. These must have been in a regional arts center, museum, or established gallery: Note: If you have not yet exhibited your work, you are still welcome to apply to the gallery and do not need to fill out this section. EXAMPLE: Date of show: July 2022. Venue: Cole Gallery. Location: Edmonds, WA. Award [If Applicable]: Second Place
Date of Show: Date. Venue: Type a label. Location: City State. Award [if applicable]: Type a label
Date of Show: Date. Venue: Type a label. Location: City State. Award [if applicable]: Type a label
Date of Show: Date. Venue: Type a label. Location: City State. Award [if applicable]: Type a label
Date of Show: Date. Venue: Type a label. Location: City State. Award [if applicable]: Type a label
Date of Show: Date. Venue: Type a label. Location: City State. Award [if applicable]: Type a label
Artist’s Resume/CV (optional)

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Images of your artwork

This work should not have been done under and/or critiqued by an instructor. Please attach 6 jpeg images of a cohesive body of work created in the past two years. If you need information about resizing images, visit How To Resize Images And Photos In Windows (howtogeek.com).

Specifications for photos:
- Resize your image to 72 ppi (pixels per inch)
- No more than 900 PIXELS ON LARGEST SIDE
- Label your image files using the following EXACT format:
  - LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME-_TITLE_MEDIUM__ HxWxD _YEAR.JPG
  - Photo file names cannot have asterisks, spaces, or commas.
  - Dimensions to be stated in HxWxD (Height, Width, Depth) format.
  - No fractions or decimals.
  - Photos should be cropped so picture frames and unnecessary backgrounds are not visible.
EXAMPLE:

Smith_Mary_BlueSpring_Oil_40x36x2_2022.jpg
Artwork Images*

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Thank you so much for applying to Columbia City Gallery. Once we have reviewed your application, we will get in touch with you to let you know whether we will invite you to bring samples of your work for jury at our monthly membership meeting, held on the second Tuesday of each month. After the jury of your artwork, if approved, you will be invited for a final interview before acceptance into gallery membership.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Those submitted by the 20th, will be considered for the next month’s application round. Please allow 1-3 business days to receive confirmation of your application being received.
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Columbia City Gallery Membership Application

We strive to maintain a balance in our membership in regard to the artwork itself (mediums, styles, etc.) as well as prioritizing diverse voices and backgrounds.

List of shows you have participated in