Worn Artist Call Application Form
Please fill out the following application form to apply for the Pence Gallery's show, Worn, which will take place from January 9 - February 8, 2026, with a reception on Friday, January 9, from 6-9 PM. This call is limited to California artists ages 18 and up. There is no fee to apply, and applications are due by 5 PM on December 1, 2025. Artists will be notified of their acceptance by December 8, 2025.
Application Requirements
Artists are invited to submit artwork that captures the connection between clothing and one's personal identity and/or culture. Artists can explore this open-ended theme through various media and subject matter. Artworks can be 2D or 3D and should be limited to 30" maximum in any direction when framed and weigh no more than 25 pounds. For any accepted artwork, we are also doing drop-off only (no shipped work please). We also encourage artists to have work for sale, and all sales will result in a 50% commission to the artist and a 50% commission to the Pence. Any concerns or questions? Email pencegallery@gmail.com.
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Artwork #1 Description: List the title, dimensions, medium, year completed, and retail price (with a 50% commission in mind), separated by commas.
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Artwork #2 Description: List the title, dimensions, medium, year completed, and retail price (with a 50% commission in mind), separated by commas. Type N/A below if you do not plan on submitting an additional artwork.
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Artwork #3 Description: List the title, dimensions, medium, year completed, and retail price (with a 50% commission in mind), separated by commas. Type N/A below if you do not plan on submitting an additional artwork.
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Artwork #4 Description: List the title, dimensions, medium, year completed, and retail price (with a 50% commission in mind), separated by commas. Type N/A below if you do not plan on submitting an additional artwork.
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Will you be submitting any artwork(s) that require a mannequin for display? If so, do you have a display available for your artwork?
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Artwork Image(s): Please submit images of up to 4 works of art. Each submitted image's file name should be clearly labeled with your name and the artwork title. (For example: JaneDoe, Flowers.jpg)
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