OPEN CALL FOR ART- Submission Deadline December 6th

"Monochrome" is a Juried art show to be held at Ardest Gallery in The Woodlands, Texas, just North of Houston between January 5th and February 1st.

GUEST JUROR - CHRISTOPHER CASCIO

Christopher Cascio was born in New Orleans, and lives and works in Houston. He received his BFA at the San Francisco Art Institute and MFA from the University of Houston. Over the past decade his art has dealt with themes of obsession, compulsion, and ritual practice. The work now primarily consists of hard-edge abstraction (paintings) and is influenced by traditional quilting designs and often depicts different types of portals. Color and its transformative effects on the human psyche are paramount. The paintings come from a spiritual place and serve as a fount of positive energy for those who take the time to look deeply. The act of painting is curative and creates an aura of healing around the work. While the paintings are largely made using masking tape and aerosol acrylic paint, Cascio’s most recent body of work is constructed from his own sewn together t-shirts which are often well-used as painting rags. He supplements his artmaking practice by regularly self-publishing books and zines.

Cascio is an Assistant Professor of Studio Art at the Sam Houston State University School of Art and has taught at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Houston.

For more information, or to apply, visit: https://form.jotform.com/242808835352158

"Perspectives" is a Juried art show to be held at Ardest Gallery in The Woodlands, Texas, just North of Houston between February 5th and March 1st. The Deadline to apply is Friday, January 3rd by 11:59 p.m.

"Perspectives" is a group art show that celebrates the rich diversity of human experience through art. This group show strives to represent the various cultural and individual viewpoints that shape our world...... through art. What is YOUR perspective!?!

All mediums are eligible for submission; 2D and 3D art welcome.

To Apply: https://form.jotform.com/242806139996167

The Opening Reception will be held on Saturday, February 8th from 5-8 p.m. with a presentation by the Juror at 7 p.m.

GUEST JUROR - CARLA BISONG

Carla C. Bisong founded Bisong Art Gallery in 2013 inside a 1300 sq.ft loft located in the Historic Warehouse District of downtown Houston, Texas. 

Carla and her team of art consultants love helping individuals and corporations discover meaningful artwork. With each piece of art, there is a story behind it, and Carla enjoys uncovering those stories for clients and art collectors. She finds great joy in supporting both emerging as well as globally known and sought-after artists. Bisong Art Gallery will provide a range of services to individuals looking to navigate the world of art. Bisong Art Consultants aid clients in Art Acquisition, Collection Management, Art Market Navigation, and Custom Art Projects.

Bisong’s hard work has been honored by Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, who presented her with an official document recognizing her as Houston’s longest-running Black female commercial gallery owner.

Carla Bisong is also the Houston Art Gallery Association (HAGA) president.

Art in The Woods, an outdoor fine arts market, is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month between September-December (2nd Saturday) & March-May, between 10 a.m.-4 p.m. just outside of our doors!! 

The Grogan's Park community includes a number of wonderful family owned businesses, including a book store, clothing boutique, coffee house and fine dining restaurant. Grogan's Park is situated on the edge of The Woodlands, Texas, with easy access from I-45.

Artists will be juried into each market, space is filled on a first come, first serve basis and the fee for a 10x10 space is $60.

We accept artist applications on a rolling basis. Should you be accepted into the market, an invoice will be set to secure your space.

To apply: https://form.jotform.com/231815405497157

Are you interested in joining Artist Gallery?

Ardest Gallery is a fine arts gallery representing top, Texas 2D and 3D artists in The Woodlands, Texas.

We accept artist applications on an ongoing basis, and rotate artists on a quarterly basis. For consideration, please fill out our Jotform and a gallery representative will be in contact with you.

For artist submission requirements, visit: 

https://form.jotform.com/221644752882159