Call for Submissions

Call for Artists: Handcrafted Gifts

The Pitt Meadows Gallery invites artists and artisans to apply for Handcrafted Gifts, our annual holiday exhibition celebrating the creativity of local makers. The exhibition runs from Saturday, November 7 to Wednesday, December 23, 2026, offering visitors the opportunity to shop for unique, handcrafted gifts throughout the holiday season. This curated exhibition will feature an inspiring collection of original artwork and fine crafts, showcasing thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts for every style, budget, and occasion. We are seeking high-quality, handmade work that reflects exceptional craftsmanship and creativity in the following categories: art, jewelry, clothing & accessories, home & living, bath & body, paper goods, kids, babies, pets, and holiday. We encourage you to apply with work that is beautifully made, giftable, and ready to inspire this holiday season.

Submission Guidelines:

• Submissions must include a completed Art Gallery (for artwork) or Gallery Shop (for handmade items) application form.
• An Appendix listing up to 10 pieces (or representative samples) must accompany the application. If selected, additional pieces may be considered. The appendix must include:
  • A clear photo of each piece
  • Title
  • Size
  • Medium
  • Price (inclusive of a 30% gallery commission)
• All artwork must be ready to hang or display.
• Preference will be given to smaller works priced up to $300, in a variety of price points.
• Selected artists and artisans are encouraged to replenish sold items during the exhibition.
• All items must be clearly labeled with the artists or company’s name

Application Deadline:
Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

Please note: Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with final notifications sent by October 18, 2026. Only selected applicants will be contacted.
Gallery Application  Gallery Shop Application  Gallery & Gallery Shop Appendix

Please contact pmag@pittmeadows.ca with any questions.

Call for Artisans - Gallery Shop 

• High quality, handmade items from local (BC) origin. No commercially produced items will be accepted
• Each item requires a proper label, tag or packaging with company name/artist name, content, product description, size and care instructions (if applicable)

Please note: This is not a vendor market (no tents or tables to set up). This is a Gallery Shop where staff and volunteers are responsible for merchandising and facilitating the sales.

Gallery Shop Application      Gallery Shop Appendix

Call for Artists - Pop-Up Gallery

Do you have a small collection of work you would like to display for sale? We are looking for 3D and 2D artwork that will fit into the built-in display case located in the City Hall lobby. Currently scheduling 2026 exhibitions.

Artwork will be showcased and available for sale. All sales will be facilitated by the Pitt Meadows Art Gallery. 

Artist responsibilities:
- Fill out an Application, including Appendix A which lists available artwork (only list those pieces that will work within the space requirements)
- Artists are responsible for determining what pieces will fit into the dimensions (listed below)
- Provide display stands (if needed) as nothing can be attached to the walls
- Set-up and take down of their artwork on the pre-specified dates 

PMAG responsibilities:
- Labels
- Provide artist bio/information located inside the display
- Virtual gallery on the website
- Facilitate any sales
- Marketing

Glass display case specifications:
- 3 glass shelves (dimensions: 30” deep x 63.5” wide - top shelf 26.5” high/middle shelf: 20” high / lower shelf: 17” high)
- Display case is locked

Exhibition Application    Exhibition Appendix

Call for Artists - Ongoing Submissions

The Pitt Meadows Art Gallery (PMAG) accepts submissions on an on-going basis for its six annual exhibitions and small dedicated Gallery Shop. PMAG is committed to supporting local and regional artists and artisans who would like to have their work featured in our beautiful gallery space located at the South Bonson Community Centre (10932 Barnston View Road).

We are looking for creative and interesting exhibition ideas from solo artists or a collaboration of multi-artists in all mediums for our 2026 schedule.

We welcome exhibition submissions with the following criteria:

• All original visual art mediums including 2D and 3D
• All work must be exhibition ready; for 2D work it must be matted and framed, except gallery wrap canvas or stretched canvas, 3D work must have the appropriate supporting structures
• All work must have the appropriate hanging hardware; framed - wire, D-rings, screw eyes or sawtooth hangers. Canvas - D-rings or wires
• All work must be available for sale
• Artists under the age of 18 must provide a letter with parent/guardian consent

Artist responsibilities:

• Fill out an Application including Appendix, which lists available artwork;
• Artist Bio, Artist Statement, High resolution images of each piece of artwork in the exhibition and image of artist
• Share marketing

PMAG responsibilities:

• Marketing
• Curate and display artwork in the Gallery
• Facilitate sales (Commission of 30% of sales to the Gallery)
• Virtual Gallery 

Exhibition Application    Exhibition Appendix