The Art Source Gallery is pleased you are interested in becoming a member. We have been in Boise since 1993. Our gallery thrives because of its diversity. Consequently when we fill positions we keep a balance between mediums and style. The Gallery maintains a membership of 40-44 artists. Our goal is to give local artists the opportunity to present high quality, original art. Membership is a commitment. We are looking for artists who have the desire to participate fully.
We review applications as they arrive. You will be juried on 5 pieces of your work, which should be complete and gallery ready. A gallery member will also interview you. If you would like to have more than one medium in the gallery, then you need to submit 5 pieces from each medium. If you wish to participate in the jury process fill out the online application by Clicking Here or the button below.
Information About the Gallery
- Initial Membership fee is $85
- Rent is $115 a month
- New Members are required to pay 2 months rent, membership fee and a one-time maintenance fee of $100 at signup
- Sales will be subject to a 15% commission at the downtown gallery
- Two dimensional work is entitled to 144 linear inches
- Three dimensional work is entitled to 12 square feet
- Artists are required to work 2 shifts of 4 hours each per month
- There are a limited number of non-working positions
- Artists hang 1/3 new work each month
- The gallery is re-hung each month on the Sunday before 1st Thursday
- Joining the gallery requires a mandatory 6 month commitment
Joining a co-operative gallery is a commitment that requires your participation. You will be asked to work on committees, attend meetings and at times commit to special projects. There are no guarantees when it comes to your work selling, some artists start selling right away, and others don’t sell for months. When you join you must look at the big picture instead of short term benefits. You are an owner in a business and your monthly rent is a fixed cost.
There are benefits to membership beyond sales. When you become a part of our gallery, you will make contacts and gain information about artistic opportunities and also be surrounded by the art community. Your work is being seen and you are becoming known. As you continue to produce new work your art will evolve and grow.
