Ventura County Arts Council invites you to submit proposals for art to be displayed in Ventura storefront windows. During this difficult time, we seek to provide opportunities for artists and uplift for many viewers.

The location of the exhibition space is a new building on a busy section of Victoria Ave. at Moon Dr. in the city of Ventura. Each of three storefront windows will be dedicated to a unified installation created by a single artist or devoted to a single theme created as a collaborative project by more than one artist.

Three-dimensional artwork will be given priority. Installations combining three- and two-dimensional work that present a cohesive concept will also be considered. The work should be designed for impact from a distance. Foot traffic and parking provide opportunities for closer viewing, but many will see it from their cars. The exhibition will be juried by a panel of Ventura County artists.

Eligibility: All residents of Ventura County are eligible to submit proposals

Deadline for submissions: October 19, 2020

Notification date: October 26, 2020

Exhibition Dates: November 2 - December 14, 2020

Submission fees: Up to three projects may be submitted for consideration. Submit one project for $20; two projects for a total of $30; or three projects for a total of $35.

Description of spaces available:
There are three storefront display windows with drywall walls and overhead tract lighting that turns on at night. There are no electrical outlets in the displays. Installations will be assembled on site, and all components must pass through a utility-style door that is 24 inches wide. Minimal impact to the walls, glass, and carpeted flooring is required.

SPACE 1 – Single wall
231” W x 100” H x 24” D

SPACE 2 - Main wall, corner and adjacent smaller wall
Main wall: 137” W x 100” H x 24” D
Smaller adjacent wall: 72” W x 100” H x 24” D

SPACE 3 - Main wall, corner and adjacent smaller wall
Main wall: 137” W x 100” H x 24” D
Smaller adjacent wall: 30” W x 100” H x 24” D

Check out the building at:
1985 S Victoria Ave.
Ventura, CA 93003
(At the intersection of Moon Dr.)

Note: The windows do receive direct light and are not UV safe. Materials used should be able to withstand exposure and, at times intense heat, depending on time of day. The short run of the show and time of year should help to modify the impacts of these elements, but please be aware that some fading may occur. VCAC cannot be responsible for any changes to artwork during the exhibition.

For questions, contact Ventura County Arts Council at (805) 658-2213 or info@vcartscouncil.org.