Cactus Gallery seeks to bring a sensibility to the arts that is fresh and
innovative. The philosophy of the gallery is to
showcase all forms of art which are passionate and well crafted.
We seek out talented artists and
artisans that promote themselves shamelessly. We are
particularly interested in artists and artisans with
websites, blogs and facebook accounts who are interested in
cross-promoting.
OPEN CALL : ARTISANS,
METALSMITHS AND JEWELERS
Cactus is always looking for handmade art objects and jewelry.
We are interested in one-of-a-kind items that have been soldered, fused, riveted,
stones that have been set, vitrofusion (glass fusing), enameling,
etc... Send jpegs and info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com. Also interested in leather items.
OPEN CALL : SMALL SCALE WORK
We are looking for original small scale work to house in a small room off the main gallery space. Work should be priced at or below $100. Patrons love wandering into the space and countless works have sold from here. It will be our "Gallery of Miniatures" and will be an ongoing exhibit room. Theme is open; size max 8"x8". Send jpegs and website info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com.
OPEN CALL :: DIA DE LOS MUERTOS / DAY OF THE DEAD VII - 7th Annual Group Show
Scheduled to run from October 8, 2011 - November 8, 2011
We are looking for Day of the Dead inspired work for our very popular annual group show. Send us your calaveras and calacas. Send jpegs, bio, website info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com by September 5th to be included on the postcard.
RECEPTION :: Held in conjunction with NELAart.org's Second Saturday Gallery Night -- Sat., October 8, 2011 :: 7-10p
OPEN
CALL : TINY TREASURES VI - 6th Annual Miniatures Show - Cash and Carry Group Show
Scheduled to run from December 3, 2011 - December 24, 2011
We are looking for original SMALL SCALE work for our annual miniatures show. Work should be priced at or below $100. The idea behind the show is to encourage art patrons and customers to "give the gift of art" -- "stocking stuffer" sized art.
Send jpegs, bio, and website info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com by November 1st to be included on the postcard..
RECEPTION :: Held in conjunction with NELAart.org's Second Saturday Gallery Night -- Sat., December 10, 2011 :: 7-10p
OPEN CALL :: THE BIRD SHOW V - 5th Annual Bird Show - Group Show
Scheduled to run from January 14, 2012 - February 8, 2012
We are looking for work that has BIRDS! January 5th is National Bird Day. Help us celebrate the flight, song, and freedom that birds symbolize. Send jpegs, bio, website info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com by December 1st to be included on the postcard.
RECEPTION :: Held in conjunction with NELAart.org's Second Saturday Gallery Night -- Sat., Jan. 14, 2012 :: 7-10p
OPEN
CALL : DOLLMAKERS II - 2nd Annual Doll Show - Group Show
Scheduled to run from March 10, 2012 - April 10, 2012
We are looking for original handcrafted dolls for our 2nd annual show. All media welcome -- felt, cloth, wood, paper mache, polymer clay, Paperclay, straw, leather, corn husk, etc... Nesting dolls are also encouraged. Send jpegs, bio, and website info to semastroianni70@yahoo.com by February 1st to be included on the postcard..
RECEPTION :: Held in conjunction with NELAart.org's Second Saturday Gallery Night -- Sat., March 10, 2012 :: 7-10p |
