Artworks Gallery always welcomes inquiries from prospective members. Space is limited, of course, and we try to avoid duplication of styles or subject matter, but talk to us if you might be interested. Artworks is an artist co-operative; we’re helping each other advance our respective art careers in a friendly and mutually beneficial atmosphere. If you “play well with others,” give us a thought.

First, our terms: Members work the gallery two or three days per month and should feel comfortable in a retail setting. (We provide training in our rather simple business processes, so this is not a high hurdle.) Work schedules are set a month in advance with consideration, to the best of our ability, of members’ other obligations. Members pay dues of $65 per month and the gallery takes a 15% commission on sales. Members sign an annual contract, which may be voided by paying a two-month penalty, hardship cases excepted. Members should attend organizing meetings, display-rotation sessions, and take responsibility for some aspect of gallery operations from time-to-time.

Second, the application process: Visit the gallery and pick up an application form. Chat with a gallery member and consider a typical display area. Then fill out the application and drop it off with three (3) show-ready pieces that are typical of your work. Our standards specify archival mats, professional quality framing and similar qualities for 3D work. We will set up an interview with the full membership. This will be your opportunity to explain your technique, ask about the way the gallery operates, and size us up as a group.

There is a $135 initiation fee upon joining the gallery.