Now in its 6th year, Poolside is a popular juried exhibit with a call to artists for 2D and 3D original artwork with "swimming pool(s)" as part of the subject or the main subject and not exceed 40 inches finished or famed in any orientation.  (Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Photography)

This is an open call to to artists for an exhibit in August, opening with a gallery reception on Saturday August 9th at our Key West, Florida location and at Jag's online gallery.

Accepted artwork must be for sale and Jag Gallery will assist with pricing determination upon request. 

Artists are responsible for shipping to and from the gallery including related costs.  If accepted, you will receive all of the necessary instructions for shipping at the time of notification..  Please do not ship any artwork prior to notification. Notification of acceptance will be revealed by e-mail on or about July 7th.

Accepted artwork must arrive installation ready and in excellent condition.  No damage of any kind should be present on the piece or it will be disqualified (scratches, cracks, knicks... etc).  Please adhere to our guidelines.

When applying, please submit a clear image of your work. As accepted work will also be available for viewing and purchase via Jag's online gallery the best possible image representation is strongly recommended. White backgrounds are preferred for this, but not required.

The entry fee per artwork is $34 per entry.  Artists may submit up to five entries.

Commissions are based on a 50/50 gallery split and will be distributed by mail on or before September 30, 2025. Trophys will be awarded in the Judge's Choice (1), Honorable Mention (3), and People's Choice (1) categories.

Artists do not need to be present at the opening to participate.

Thank you for all of your participation and support in the years past and we look forward to a great exhibit this year.  

For questions contact:  [email protected]

Jag Gallery's Instagram is:  @jaggallery to see more images of the gallery space  Find us on facebook or at jaggallery.art

Application Requirements

Must be 18 to apply.  Artwork must be original and in perfect condition.

Eligibility Criteria

Artists must be 18 to apply.  Work must be original and have a swimming pool theme.

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POOLSIDE 's back at Jag Gallery...now in its 5th year this year's juried show is our biggest and best yet with over 80 works by winning artists from coast to coast along with Key West and gallery favorites.  So take the plunge...Jag Gallery 1075 Duval Street, Key West with ample, free parking through the Simonton Street entrance to Duval Square. Check out POOLSIDE 2024 online at jaggallery.art  Through September 1st.

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