SQUARE PERSPECTIVES 2026
12 × 12. Your perspective.
October 1–25, 2026
Cypress Gallery • Lompoc, CA
Artist Reception: Saturday, October 10 • 1–3 PM
Square Perspectives is back!
Local artists are invited to create within one simple constraint: 12 inches × 12 inches.
Painting, collage, mixed media, fiber, assemblage, photography, and more, your medium and perspective are up to you.
CALL FOR ARTISTS
Square Perspectives is open to artists living or working in Lompoc and throughout Santa Barbara County.
Artists may submit up to two original works.
HOW TO ENTER
STEP 1 : SUBMIT ONLINE
Artist submissions will open on the LVAA website two weeks leading up to In-Gathering. (Sept. 14th - 28th)
Complete the online Artist Entry Form before bringing your artwork to the gallery.
Each piece must be registered online prior to physical drop-off.
STEP 2 : BRING US YOUR ART
IN-GATHERING / ARTWORK DROP-OFF: Monday, September 28 • 11 AM–1 PM at the Cypress Gallery
Bring your registered artwork to the gallery during our In-Gathering hours.
The exhibition is limited to 165 pieces, so early online submission is encouraged.
THE 12 × 12 RULE
Every finished piece must measure exactly 12" × 12" - no larger, no smaller.
The 12" × 12" measurement includes the frame, if used. Work may extend up to 5" from the wall.
A 5" depth is the maximum, not a requirement. Flat work is absolutely welcome.
READY TO HANG
All artwork must arrive completely ready for installation with gallery wire attached.
“Ready to hang” means the piece can be placed directly on the gallery wall without the show crew needing to make adjustments.
Please remember:
No glass. Plexiglass or other non-breakable materials are okay.
All work must be completely dry at In-Gathering.
No print reproductions, including giclée reproductions.
No AI-generated artwork.
Artists must drop off and pick up their own work.
Works that do not meet exhibition requirements may be excluded from this and future LVAA exhibitions.
SALES
All artwork must be for sale.
70% of each sale goes to the artist.
30% supports the work of the Lompoc Valley Art Association and Cypress Gallery.
IMPORTANT DATES
Online Artist Entry: Opens two weeks leading up to In-Gathering - Sept 14th
In-Gathering / Artwork Drop-Off: Monday, September 28 • 11 AM–1 PM
Exhibition: October 1–25
Artist Reception: Saturday, October 10 • 1 – 3 PM
Unsold Artwork Pickup: Sunday, October 25 • 2 PM – 4 PM
Artwork must be picked up during the designated pickup period. Members may pick up their art at In-gathering or at the designated pickup period on Sunday, October 25th. LVAA cannot assume responsibility for unclaimed artwork after the exhibition and may remove or dispose of unclaimed work as necessary to prepare the gallery for upcoming exhibitions.
QUESTIONS?
Email or call Cypress Gallery, or stop by during regular gallery business hours.
Cypress Gallery is located at: 119 E. Cypress Ave. Lompoc, CA
Thursday–Sunday • 11 AM–4 PM
MAKE A SQUARE. SHOW YOUR PERSPECTIVE.
