Open Call for the Upcoming Exhibition:
A Celebration of Asian & Pacific American Heritage
May 7- June 24, 2026
This exhibition explores and celebrates the rich, beautiful and vibrant passions, contributions and experiences of the Asian American and Pacific Islander diasporic community of the Pacific Northwest.
We are seeking artworks that blend mediums and influences; are inspired by or explore the experience of living between and within multiple cultures; and/or offer unique perspectives on the intersection of culture and art production!
Application is open to all individuals (18+) who identify as a member of the AAPI diaspora and are based in the Pacific Northwest.
Details
Theme/Description: A Celebration of Asian & Pacific American Heritage
Call Type: Exhibition
Call Eligibility: Local (PNW), ages 18+
Early Application Deadline: February 8 @ 11:59pm PST. Early applications will be notified early, accepted artists will be posted as part of the exhibition on our website early, will be prioritized when uploading to our online gallery, and may be used to promote the show.
Standard Application Deadline: March 8th @ 11:59pm PST
Exhibition Dates: May 7 - June 25, 2026
Entry Fee: $25 for the first three submissions, then an additional $5 for each subsequent piece.
Commission: The Gallery retains a 50% commission on all exhibition sales of artwork in off-site shows and online.
Shipping and Delivery: Accepted work may be hand-delivered or shipped prepaid to arrive no later than April 24th. Artists are responsible for the delivery and return of shipping labels and costs.
Location:
Gallery B612 - Pioneer Square location
520 1st Ave. S,
Seattle, Washington, 98104
Juror: Selected pieces are juried by the curators at Gallery B612.
Media: Original 2D and 3D artworks. Glass, Fiber, Jewelry, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Photography, Installation, Digital and Mixed media. No AI generated or AI assisted work will be considered.
Timeline:
February 8: The early application process closes at midnight. Notifications will go out by the end of that week (February 13).
March 8: Standard application process closes at midnight. Notifications will go out by the end of the week (March 13).
April 30 & May 1 (11 am-6 pm) and May 2 (11 am-2 pm): Accepted work(s) need to be dropped off or delivered to Pioneer Square location: 520 1st Ave. S, Seattle, WA, 98104
May 7 Opening Reception: 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
May 9 Artist Open House: 11:00am - 2:00pm
June 24: Exhibition Closes
June 25 & 26 (11 am-6 pm) and June 27 (11 am-2 pm): Local Artists are to pick up their works or schedule an appointment. Other artwork may be shipped out on a case by case basis – the Artist is responsible for shipping and return label costs.
Gallery Artwork Requirements:
All work must be original, unsold work, family-friendly, and the artist must own the sole copyright to the artwork.
Frames, mats, and wiring must be of professional quality and in good condition. No saw-tooth hangers. Wiring must be securely fashioned and support the weight of the artwork. 2D artwork selected for exhibition MUST BE READY TO HANG on our wire hanging system.
No NFS (not for sale) works will be considered for the show.
Consignment will be required for selected pieces in order to be exhibited in the show.
Questions? Contact info@galleryb612.com