Exhibit Opportunities
Exclusive exhibit opportunities are available for CALC members including our annual Members’ Show (learn more below), Art for the Holidays, and our year-round Sales Gallery.
CALC’s main gallery exhibits are juried one to two years in advance for members and non-members. CALC accepts and reviews applications annually. On occasion, space is available for private exhibits and special events. CALC welcomes ideas for special hangings and shows on an ongoing basis. To learn more, you can contact our Gallery Director Abria Donato at gallerydirector@carlislearts.org.
Useful Documents for Member Artists and Potential New Artists:
CALL FOR ARTISTS
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Call for Entries
Annual Members’ Exhibit
Dandelion
Drop off Dates: Tuesday Jan 27 - Tuesday Feb 3, 2026
Reception Date: Friday, February 13, 2026, 5:30 - 7PM
Exhibit Dates: February 13 - March 14, 2026
The color for the 2026 Members' Show is yellow! Yellow is a bright, cheerful color commonly associated with positive emotions. This brilliant color is often found in nature (sunflowers, bees, corn) and is widely used in society to keep us safer (signs, roads, buses). When you think of a yellow flower, the humble dandelion might jump to mind. But, did you know that the word dandelion can be interpreted as a visual pun? A dandy referred to fashionable gentlemen in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the lion is a well known icon of nobility. Put them together and you get a handsome dandy lion! So, use yellow to create something incredible, and/or explore the concept of a visual pun! We can't wait to see what you come up with!
Please note: This is NOT a juried show. You do not need to submit your work for consideration prior to the show. All member artists are invited to submit up to 2 pieces. Artists creating pieces with special installation requirements should reach out to our Gallery Director, Abria Donato prior to drop off at gallerydirector@carlislearts.org.
Off-Site exhibit opportunities
ALLENBERRY, The Barn Restaurant, 1559 Boiling Springs Road, Boiling Springs, 17007
Ten to fifteen pieces
Generally reserved for teaching, visiting, or artists in residence.
Artists selection process through CALC
Rotation: 6 months
BOSLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY, 158 W. High Street
The Bosler Library’s recent renovation included an exhibition space where CALC exhibits group shows of its members. Every two months a new theme is presented. Contact CALC for more information on dates and themes.
Guidelines for exhibiting at Bosler Library:
1. Membership of CALC required.
2. Sign-up is on first-come, first-serve basis for 25 show slots. To sign up contact Abria Donato at adonato.calc@gmail.com
3. Only two-dimensional work is accepted. It must be suitably matted and framed (wrapped canvas also acceptable) with an attached wire for hanging. Please no clip hooks.
4. Sales and sales tax will be handled by CALC, which retains 35% commission.
Access PT (formerly Cardin & Miller), 290 E. Pomfret Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
Eight to sixteen pieces depending on size.
Rotation: 4 - 6 months
CARLISLE BOROUGH HALL, 53 W. South Street, Carlisle, PA
Collaborative/community focused artwork
CASTLERIGG WINE SHOP, 110 S. Hanover Street
11 - 14 pieces in the seating area.
Rotation: 4 months
Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce, 801 S Hanover St, Carlisle, PA 17013
7-10 pieces
Rotation: 4 months
DENIM COFFEE, 1 South Hanover St.
4 medium sized pieces on one wall.
Rotation: 4 Months
Helena’s Chocolate Cafe & Creperie, 36 West High Street, Carlisle PA 17013
6-8 pieces
Rotation: 4 months
NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH, 64 E North Street, Carlisle, PA 17013
Collaborative/community focused artwork
King's Gap Mansion, 500 Kings Gap Road, Carlisle PA 17015
20-25 pieces total
Three 2-month rotations (May/June, July/August, September/October) with 3-4 artists exhibiting per rotation
Each artist provides 7 -10 pieces depending on the number of artists participating