Your Information Highway to Monthly Shows, Schedules, Programs & More
MONTHLY SHOW: January Monthly Show: “NOW | THEN | LATER” is OPEN NOW!
DEC PEOPLES CHOICE
Cooling Off by Ursula Schroter
Membership Renewal: Apply here to enjoy all the benefits of COAL, and what the Gallery has to offer: APPLICATION
It is the Member’s responsibility to follow the steps required to enter shows. All entries are done online. Payment is included in the application, via Paypal, Credit Cards, and Debit cards are accepted. Please remember program fees are non-refundable. Read carefully before entering.
- Important to know: Before submitting, you NEED to clear your cached browser history to enter the application if you experience issues. Look up “how to” online for your specific browser.
- Regular Monthly Shows: up to 4 entries. All art must not be less than 9″ and no larger then 60” measured on the diagonal. (1 large piece only is accepted). (Special shows may stipulate other requirements in the Prospectus).
- Choose the correct category. If you do not know, ask. Tab 5.
- Enter the Monthly Show: Must be a Member in good status. Please review the the instructions provided,(below). The Application: Monthly Show.
- Enter the shows early: We can fill sooner than the deadline date. Entries can no longer be accepted when the show reaches capacity.
- Take-in: The Gallery will be open and accept at at 10am to 1pm.
- Important for 2025: Your art will be reviewed at take-in, so make certain it meets our standards for sale. Presentation is everything! All art must be presented professionally to the public. Not using a frame: Make certain edges are all painted or gallery wrapped, and finished. All art is to be clean, no cracked or dirty frames. Think of it as this, “would you buy it??
- Please note and review the “new” wiring and Art Show Rules & Categories: Tab 5.
- Edits: Must be received up to 24hrs of your show submission, not deadline date. . Do not submit two applications, one will get deleted automatic.
- Any early take-in must be approved by the Gallery Manager, and signed in to be accepted. If it is left without notification, it will not be accepted.
- Art Removal: Normally at every next take-in, unless specified differently. We do not store leftoever art int he gallery. Review Annual Calendar.
- Remember: You have a Hosting obligation to schedule to qualify.
- Members HOSTING Calendar Link:. You must host 1 sitting, Ix for each month, Please note: This is a viewable Calendar only. The Hosting Calendar link is also provided in our Tab 5.
- Members Shows: You can replace your art pieces, same size if sold, free. Label must be incuded. Open Shows: There is a fee for replacement listed on the Prospectus.
- Please Support your Peers: The eceptions are fro meeting the new artists, and to meet the public.
- You can also dontate to the receptions. Every dollar goes toward the food. purchases. Donate here. Wine is also appreciated if you are coming.
- Reception: Helper Team Signup here and thank you!
We need Volunteer Members to assist us, to keep the shows, and gallery running. Please, sign up to volunteer at some level in support of the Gallery.
DO YOU KNOW WHAT IS HAPPENING IN THE GALLERY? Read below.
Silent Auction Item: JANUARY a RAFFLE ITEM – Lillac Fields by Lorraine Marie Cote. This is a necessary part of funding our programs. View our Silent Auction page. We encourage your artistic donations!
Below are a glance at the updates of what is going on in the gallery for 2024. Please review them and place them on your calendars so you do not miss any of them.
We are seeking volunteers to assist with these shows so please lend a hand, and reach out to us at [email protected]. Thank you.
Entrance is fee-based; Members: $20/day and $35 for both days. Non-Members (juried in) $40/day and $75 for both days. Note: * Effective Jan 2025 fees will increase: Members to $25, and Non-Members to $40. You must have a Sellers Permit, (see info here) and, Contact Deb Capetz for details at [email protected]. More info to come!
This payment feature is available for payment on the day of only for Members and Non-Members. Art on the Green is an artist COAL program where you can exhibit and sell your artwork every weekend (Sat and/or Sun) at the Carlsbad Inn on the front lawn (weather permitting).
Read all the details on the tabs on the left.
- Art on the Green: Tab 3
- Baffle Artists: As announced via eblast. Tab 7
- Jewelry / 3D artists. Tab 8
- Pedestal Artists (3D). Tab 8
- Various Shows/Events: Coming in MAY, AUG, SEPT, DEC. Tab 2
- Artist Website Page: Signup for an Artist Page. Tab 10
- FREE Opportunities: At the gallery storefront Sign up here.
- Enter to Demo or Sell your art in front of the gallery (reception days exception)
- Stage a Free Demonstration anytime, in front of the gallery
- Host an Artist Reception (Requirements apply (Contact Gallery Mgr.)
- Volunteering : Signup Application or Signup Tasks and Special Needs
- Holiday Sales – Cards and Ornaments – Tab 11
The COAL/NCAG’s policies, procedures, and forms governing the Gallery management operations are listed below. Everything is at your fingertips and is intended to be used as a reference for the League’s current information required for being a Member. *Note: Information is updated regularly.
- Welcome letter (All Members’ information – SAVE)
- Art Show Rules, Guidelines, Categories (Learn the procedures)
- How to Prepare Your Art with the *New ProHanger Mounting Procedures
- Best of Show Winners (Winners are provided a $50 stipend)
- Monthly Show Winners
- Demos & Expressions & Demo Artists
- Volunteering (We need more of you)
- Gallery Hosts Substitutes, (Fee-Based)
- Hosting Calendar, Viewable only – (Not editable). Select any available date, and email your request to the Calendar Chair at [email protected] to obtain a confirmation. If you experience issues with incorrect times appearing on your phone, you will need to update your phone browser or add Google Chrome. It is a free download.
- Parking Permit – Signup Directly issued to Hosts. If visitng borrow a Temporary one from the Gallery Staff.
- Card / Shrink-Wrap Guidelines
- Creating a Gallery Bio – Tips
- Instagram and Facebook: Contact [email protected] for submissions.
- Newsletter Advertising Policy
- Membership Brochure
The COAL Bylaws governing the non-profit legal operations are available by request, and by appointment at the Gallery in the presence of a Director.
The Gallery Manual of Procedures is available onsite at the front desk for all Members. Hoever the details are all above for reference purposes..
Go to our Demos & Expression page to learn more about schedules and instructors. Sponsored in part by the Carlsbad Cultural Art Department. TIME: 1:45pm – 3:15PM.
You have an opportunity to hang art on one Baffle Panel, for a (2-month term). Preview the instructions below before signing up.
Baffles will be open for MAY 2-MAY 30 2025 on December 15. Space is limited to 8 artists per session. The fee is $90 for 2 months,. Shows will close when filled. Apply/Pay here. Please remember Fees are not refundable, so enter carefully, and your Baffle location is not transferable.
Baffle availability per session: Schedules for 2025 will vary. Openings are posted in the Brushmark the first of each month. Read below to see if you are qualified. It is a first come first serve basis.
- BEFORE YOU APPLY: You need to be able to READ and COMPLY with all the following below.
- No glass on framed artwork is permitted.
- The weight of artwork must not exceed 1.5 lbs per piece.
- Artwork: Must be a variety of works with minimal giclees or prints. The gicless or prints must not dominate the baffle space in quantity.
- You must be able to meet all Hosting, Take-in and Art Removal dates. If you cannot make the specific dates, please make arrangements for someone else to manage it for you.
- Review and read the Baffle Guidelines and Instructions. (Print)
- Review and read the Art Guidelines and Preparation .
- AFTER YOU APPLY: You must process the following:
- Your Artist Contract/Agreement is provided in your submission email and must be signed online. (Do not mail anything to the Baffle Coordinator).
- Rotation Schedule: In 2025, each 2-month session, artists will be rotated, and assigned based on the date you applied. (Schedules may vary due to Gallery activity and needs).
- Hold Harmless Agreement: is included in your Contract/Agreement. One you receive confirmation you MUST email it to you are required to forward it via email to the Baffle Coordinator, as you will received it via emai.
- Calendar all of your Hosting dates immediately with [email protected]. See Item 5 for the Calendar links.
- Read/save your emails.Questions: contact the Baffle Coordinator, Charcee Colosia for questions at [email protected].
You have an opportunity to participate in a juried process to secure a (2-month term) or more in our jewelry cases, when available. Contact our Coordinator, Julie Brooks for further details at [email protected].
Review the Jewelers/3D/Pedestal Instructions, email to above, and If accepted, you will be redirected to pay, and enter your application to secure your placement. Space is limited so act now. New Jewelers/3D Tower/Pedestal artists Apply/Pay here. Towers: Fee-based $42 for 2 months. Plesae remember your Fees are not refundable, so enter carefully, and your location is not transferable.
Towers: 15”w x 11.5”d X 15” h, load weight bearing 5 lbs, enclosed with a glass shelf. Please protect any bases that might scratch the glass.
Review the Instructions.
You have an opportunity to participate in a juried process to secure a (2-month term) for placement on one of three available columns, 14″x14″ with a 12″x12″. acrylic shielded base, load weight bearing 40lbs maximum. (No pedestal rentals in the month of August or September due to the Open Shows)
Space is limited to one pedestal per artist. Contact the Coordinator for further details at j[email protected]. If accepted you will be redirected here to pay and enter your application details. Space is limited so act now Apply/Pay here. Fee-based, $31 for 2 months, all fees are non-refundable.
Pedestals: 14wx14x with a 12wx12x acrylic pad. Please protect your bases that might scratch the acrylic.
Become a Gallery artist on our website ARTIST PAGE
APPLY Here: The Application is specific to the details required to process.
As a current member of the Carlsbad Oceanside Art League (COAL), you are registering to have your artist page displayed on the COAL/NCAG website. You must include the following:
- A high-reso photo of yourself not over 2 mg.
- An Artist Statement and/or Bio as filled out below
- Upload 6 high-reso photos of your artwork, not over 2 mg each
- Acknowledge the Waiver to Hold Harmless the COAL/NCAG for any works that are copied from the website without your permission.
- A registration fee of $45.00 is payable on this application.
- Updates to your artist page are $5.00 each to help defray our website’s monthly hosting costs.
Please allow 7 days to complete the process and get your page up and running.
Holiday Cards/Ornaments & More
- Contact: Vivi Anderson she will be managing the cards into the Holiday Rack. (760) 889-6089. We will take the first 32 artists only (1 rack per person)
- Contact: Julie Brooks via text: (909) 538-6218 or Cheryl Ehlers via text at (760) 519-1551 for managing the Ornaments (up to 10 each)
SAVE THE DATES: “MADD HATTERS – JINGLES” in December 8, 2024. We need 3 fun-loving volunteers. 11-3pm. Holiday at the Gallery Storefront. Nothing is short of magical during the holidays for a child. They color and scratch off on 3D ornaments. Contact [email protected].