About the Open Call

The Crow Show 2026 marks the 12th anniversary of this national exhibition of visual arts, inviting artists to explore the crow's many faces as symbols of mystery, transformation, and intelligence. The show includes a physical exhibition at The Studio Door gallery in San Diego and an online gallery. All accepted works are featured in a national exhibition catalog. The exhibition accepts a wide range of fine art including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, assemblage, collage, mixed media, fiber art, and sculpture.

What is Offered

Three 'Best in Show' Juror's Awards of $100 each, inclusion in a national exhibition catalog (online and print-on-demand), and exposure through both physical gallery display and an online exhibition gallery. Artists receive a 50% commission on sales.

Requirements

Open to national visual artists; international artists are eligible for the online gallery portion only. Artwork must be original and available for sale. 2D work must be gallery-ready and framed in black or natural wood (plexi only for shipping). Glass/ceramic works are only accepted if hand-delivered. Maximum size for 2D work is 7.5 feet by 4 feet; 3D work must fit through a standard doorway and not exceed 8 feet in height.

How to Apply

Artists must submit their applications through the CaFÉ platform (callforentry.org). This involves creating a free profile, uploading image samples (minimum 1, maximum 3), and paying the non-refundable entry fee. Artists must specify their preference for gallery or online-only exhibition during the application process.