In recognition that exhibition space is at a premium for Long Beach artists, WE Labs and the Arts Council for Long Beach are partnering on a new exhibition series just for Long Beach artists. Submission is open to all artists who are signed up on the Arts Council for Long Beach, Arts and Cultural Registry.

The Arts and Culture Registry is a free service designed to be a comprehensive and inclusive list of artists and arts organizations serving Long Beach, California. It improves visibility for Long Beach’s impressive talent pool and offers a vehicle for local exposure and networking. The Registry is open to any artist who lives, works, performs or exhibits in Long Beach, California.

WE Labs is Long Beach’s co-working and creative space located downtown at 325 East Broadway. Their large, inviting space also serves as a gallery and event location, making this a unique opportunity for Long Beach artists to expand their audience.To kick-off this new exhibition series, WE Labs is offering artists a special artist/gallery split. Commission on sales throughout the show is reduced to 15%.

Shows will exhibit on a quarterly basis and will be featured through monthly WE Hour gallery tours as well as WE Labs’ After Art Walk event, all beginning January, 2015. The opening reception for our first quarterly exhibition will be on December 17, 2014. Additionally, WE Labs and the Arts Council will partner with participating artists to actively promote the show.

Work Media: Most 2D media; limited space available for 3D work.
Work Size: 6’X6’, 80 LB. max.

Entry Requirements:

• Artist’s information on the Arts Council for Long Beach, Arts and Cultural Registry must be current and complete.
• Digital images (JPEG) of up to three works may be submitted either by email (using We Transfer) to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or on CD/DVD, mailed or delivered to: WE Labs, 235 E. Broadway, 8th Floor, Long Beach, CA 90802
• Artist Resume including biography, educational background, and exhibition record
• Artist Statement
• Sales price (if applicable)

Timeline: Opening Reception: December 17, 2014

Entries Due: November 19, 2014

Notification to artists: December 3, 201

Accepted Artwork: All 2D artwork must be installation-ready (wire or sawtooth hangers).

Delivery: Artwork to be delivered to WE Labs by December 10, artists will be notified of delivery days and times after selection process

Opening Reception: December 17, 2014, 7PM to 10PM

Exhibit or Event Ends: March 18, 2015