Are you an artist looking to show your work in our gallery?
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Scroll down to view all our exhibitions with open submissions, and all the ones that are still to come!
Upcoming Open Calls:
Luck of the Draw
SCAL Annual Fundraiser
Wednesday, October 29 – Saturday, November 8, 2025
Event: Saturday, November 8th, 2:00-5:00pm
Luck of the Draw is our annual fundraising exhibition. Members of our community are encouraged to donate artwork which will go on display in our gallery before being claimed in our fundraising raffle. All types of artwork are welcome and celebrated for this exhibit.
There are no eligibility requirements or restrictions for this show, provided that artists agree to donate their art to be won in our raffle. If you are interested in donating a piece, check back when our donation form opens on September 3rd. We’ll be accepting donations up through October 20th!
Donation Deadline: October 20th, 2025
Drop Off: October 21st - 23rd, 1pm-4pm
Step Into Santa Cruz
SCAL Members’ Exhibition
Friday, November 21 – Friday, December 19, 2025
Reception: First Friday, December 12, 5:00-7:30pm
Come celebrate the amazing members who make SCAL into the community of artistry and talent that we are! This exhibition showcases the artwork of our members at all levels in their artistic journeys.
As we draw the curtains on 2025, we take great pleasure in showcasing the exceptional talents of our diverse group of artists. Embrace the beauty of artistic expression in all its forms, as we welcome a myriad of mediums that is truly representative of our artistic community.
Submissions Open: October 1st, 2025
Submission Deadline: November 9th, 2025 (or when we reach our maximum number of pieces)
Submission Fee: Free for SCAL members
Eligibility requirements: We accept artwork on a first-come first serve basis. Every SCAL member is invited to submit one (1) piece of artwork until we reach our limit on submissions.
Artwork Drop Off: November 12th and 14th, 1-4pm