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Square Perspectives 2026 - Artist Submission Guidelines + Show Info
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Square Perspectives 2026 - Artist Submission Guidelines + Show Info

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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.

Submission Fees + Sales

Your submission fees directly supports the work of the Lompoc Valley Art Association and Cypress Gallery.

Members: $5 / Each Entry (Limit 2)

Non-Members: $15/ Each Entry (Limit 2)

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.

Artist Entry Opens 9/14/26
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Artist Information

​​Deadline for entries: Either end of intake (Sep 29, 6 pm) or when we reach 165 pieces. So get your entries in early online!

Art Drop Off Intake Hours

Monday September 29th
AM: 11 am - 1 pm
PM: 4 pm - 6 pm

Artist Entry Form

Submission Guidelines

  • All work must be for sale, with 70% of sales going to the artist and 30% go to support the work of the LVAA.

  • All artists participating must live/work in the Santa Barbara County.

  • Each artist may include up to three pieces in the show.

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All pieces must be 12"x12" inches in size, no larger no smaller. The distance from the wall can be up to 5". All pieces must be ready to hang, with hanging hardware attached.
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  • ​​The size of the piece includes any frame or hanging hardware.

  • If it’s in a frame the outside edges of the frame should be 12“ x 12“ exactly.

  • If it’s not in a frame the outside edges of the piece should be 12“ x 12“ exactly.

  • 5” deep is the maximum depth but not a required depth. The piece can be flat.

No glass please. Plexiglass or other nonbreakable materials are fine if work is framed. 

What hanging hardware is required? All pieces must be ready to hang with a gallery wire. "Ready to hang" means each piece should sit flush to the wall and not require adjustments by the show crew beyond placing the piece on a nail.

​​What does "local" mean? If you want to get specific, we are emphasizing artists in Santa Barbara County at this time. You must drop off and pick up your work yourself. And hopefully, attend the party!

All pieces should be dry. 

No print reproductions (such as giclee). No AI software created works. Failure to do so may result in being excluded from this and future shows with the LVAA.​

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Questions: Call Chris Jeszeck at 805.291.2714


 

Public Sale: 10/2 through 10/26

Public Reception: 10/12  1 to 3 PM at the Cypress Gallery

Artist pickup for any unsold works: Sunday, 10/26, 2-4 PM.  At the Cypress Gallery.
 

The LVAA assumes no responsibility for unclaimed artwork after Sunday. It may be disposed of or otherwise removed to make space for subsequent projects.

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