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Call for Art – Pacific Islander Artists


Contact Deadline: February 7th

Exhibition Dates: March 6 – April 25, 2026 (Two‑month exhibit)


The APCC Jade Choe Gallery is seeking Pacific Islander artists who are passionate about sharing their cultural stories and artwork with the community.


If you are interested, please contact:


Kyung (Kellis) Parlett 

Cultural Program-Gallery Curator

253-383-3900 ext. 232 office

253-441-9377 mobile


Pacific Islander Artists – Exhibition Requirements


Artist Eligibility

  • Established and emerging artists are both welcome.All applicants will be reviewed based on their portfolio.

  • Individual artists and collectives/groups are welcome.

  • This will be a group exhibition. We currently have one confirmed artist and are seeking additional artists depending on the nature and strength of the work.

  • Artists based in King County, Pierce County, and Thurston County are eligible.


Artwork Requirements

  • Theme: Work should reflect cultural identity, heritage, or contemporary Pacific Islander perspectives.


  • Accepted media:

    • Installation art

    • Mixed media

    • 2D works

    • 3D / sculpture

    • Media / digital art


  • Presentation:

    • All artworks must be exhibition-ready.

    • Framed works must be properly wired for hanging.

    • Some installation works may require artist participation for installation and de-installation, depending on complexity.


Number of Works

  • Approximately 25 artworks total, depending on the size and scale of selected pieces.


Gallery Space

  • The gallery includes repositionable white walls and 3D/sculpture display areas.

  • Exact dimensions will be shared; please refer to attached photos for spatial context.


Fees

  • No exhibition fee.

  • Selected artists will enter into a gallery agreement upon confirmation.

  • A scope of work will be discussed and agreed upon before moving forward with contracts.


Submission and Interview Process

  • Artists are required to:

    • Bring a portfolio

    • Provide an artist bio

  • Selected applicants will be invited to schedule an in-person interview at the gallery.




 
 
 

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