Join the Carlsbad Oceanside Art League and the North Coastal Art Gallery. Come explore, admire, and enjoy creating art, while participating in one of the premier galleries in Carlsbad, CA. We are so much more than just a Gallery, we offer a great atmosphere to grow, get involved in the arts, and experience the cultures of our community, while sharing collaborative art experiences with each other. Join today and start growing as an artist.
Online Membership Application and Payment
Annual Dues: The annual dues shall cover the calendar year from January 1st to December 31. Your fees are considered delinquent after December 31st, and must be paid by January 31st to be a member in good standing to enter our shows. Dues are also prorated. Easy to pay with PayPal, Credit card, or Debit card online. Fees are non-refundable.
First, please follow the instructions and requirements below. Before you apply and Pay online. APPLICATION
Member Responsibilities as a Non-profit Organization
- Signing up is easy, but first, take a look on our Members Information page, it houses the Gallery guide to everything you need to know, and our expectations of our Membership.
- To become a member you are required to submit (2) recent images for review, to be emailed before applying to [email protected]. (all forms of communication are via email only) So please read your emails regularly.
- To complete the online Membership application & payment form, all Members must be 18yrs or older.
- All Members, once accepted, you must be interested in fulfilling our Hosting requirements (sitting a 3-hour shift at the gallery) or coordinate with a substitute replacement. We are very engaged in volunteerism as it is you that runs the gallery, therefore there is and obligatory requirement for additional volunteering in excess of Hosting. If you are not considering any participation with us, please reconsider joining us. If our gallery is not a good fit for you we understand,
- Interested? Please review our Membership flyer.
- The Membership Brochure
- Lifetime Members: We only need you to email us to verify your email, address, etc. Email only to Membership below.
- We accept Jewelers, and specific requirements apply. You must be juried in by the Gallery Manager.
- Email your Membership your questions to: Subject: Membership. [email protected]
Membership Levels
- All Members: Your Membership begins January 1 – December 31. Dues are deliquent after January 31st. and we have prorated fees accordingly.
- Regular Membership (single artist) is $110 (All benefits apply). Must be over 18yrs.
- Joint Membership: (residing at the same address) $175 (All benefits apply).
- Student Member: (18-23 years of age) is $60. (Limited benefits apply).
- Patron Membership: $150 (Supports our gallery with limited benefits if not an active member).
- Life member: $800 (Limited benefits apply, if not an active member).
- REMEMBER: If you are applying to enter any of our Annual Shows you will need to apply for membership earlier to participate at the discounted rates. Reivew our Annual Calendar for all schedules and information listed on our Members page.
Becoming an active participant
Every member of the Carlsbad-Oceanside Art League and North Coastal Art Gallery is requested to actively participate in helping our organization run smoothly for the benefit of all members, gallery visitors, and art collectors. What is your strong suit? We are always seeking help in the areas of business, marketing, administration, IT, events, and others. Here’s a shortlist of the volunteer opportunities: Sign up here
- Treasurer (BOD)
- Co-Gallery Manager
- Monthly Show Installation Team Chair
- Event Calendar Posting, online
- Show Ribbon Management
- Marketing/Publicity Director
- Demo and Expression Team Assistants
- Youth Chair Show Co-Assistant
- Offsite Show Coordinator
- Jobs Coordinator
- and…. much more!