We are delighted to announce the SQUARE FOOT SHOW is returning in November 2025

ARTWRX Studio + Gallery, after a short one year hiatus, will be once again be hosting a Square Foot Show in 2025. Read on for all the details!

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A heartfelt thank you to Susan Carson and Rick Morson of RICHARDSON WEALTH for their ongoing sponsorship of the Square Foot Show. We’re grateful for their continued generosity and meaningful support of the arts and artists in the Comox Valley. As trusted advisors, they offer thoughtful financial guidance tailored to your goals. Be sure to visit their beautiful office space on Comox Avenue—or learn more about their team at carsonmorsonwealth.com

Please read Submission Requirements carefully:

    •  All artwork must be 12″ x 12″ x 1.5″ deep  (no exceptions) 
    • Canvas or wood panel
    • Artwork may be any medium and technique, excluding photography.
    • Artwork must be ready to hang (see diagram below.)
    • Unframed artwork only.
    • Make sure the photos of your square foot works are cropped and good resolution.
    • Rename your images before uploading this way:

                 artistname_titleofpiece_medium_surface.jpeg  

                For example: sharonlalonde_risingtide_acrylic_woodpanel

                 

    • .jpg or .jpeg only (no .pdf, .tiff or .png files)
    •  One time submission fee is $40. You will be emailed a link to the upload form once submission fee is received. 
    • Submit 3 – 10 paintings before October 28th, 2025 deadline. (one image per submitted piece only)
    • This is a juried art show. Images that are submitted without being cropped and properly named will not be juried for the show. Please contact us if you require assistance.
    • There is no hanging fee.

    MORE IMPORTANT INFORMATION

    All artwork MUST be the original creation of the artist. No giclee prints, photography or reproductions please.

     

    SUBMISSION FEE Square Foot Show 2025

    Artists who have paid the submission fee will be emailed a link to submit your artwork.

    Upload your images by midnight on October 28th, 2025  

    Thank you for participating in the 2025 Square Foot Show!

     ARTWRX STUDIO GALLERY Square Foot Show 2025

    This a juried exhibition. Jury results will be emailed to artists by end of day November 2, 2025. 
     
    Art work drop off for Vancouver Island and Coastal Gulf Island artists whose work has been successfully juried into the show.
    November 6 -9,  from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
    ARTWRX Studio Gallery – 362c 10th Street Courtenay
    Artists not residing on Vancouver/ Coastal Gulf Islands are featured in the online show only.
     
    There is no hanging fee.
     
    All  accepted artwork will be available for viewing online from November 13th, 2025
     
    All sales will be online starting at 6 pm PST
    Friday, November 21, 2025
     
    An in person exhibition will be held at ARTWRX Studio Gallery 
    Friday November 21 GALA OPENING from 6 – 9pm
    Saturday – Sunday November 22 – 23 from 10am – 4 pm
    ONLINE Show continues to 6pm PST November 28, 2025
     
    All Square Foot works are for sale at $350 each with $275 to the artist.

    IMPORTANT HANGING INSTRUCTIONS

    ALL WORK MUST BE WIRED AND READY TO HANG.

    Please ensure your artwork hanging wire is 2″ from the top of the canvas to the wire as shown in the image below. 

     

    JOIN THE TOUR!

    If you’re a local artist consider also joining the CVArts Studio Tour.
    ✔️ Connect directly with collectors and art lovers
    ✔️ Be featured in CVArts tour marketing and maps
    ✔️ Gain exposure through two well-promoted events
    ✔️ Strengthen your presence in the regional arts community

    Open to Central Island-based artists only.
    Apply now.

    ✨ Two events. One creative weekend.


    SQUARE FOOT Show 2025 and the CVArts Central Island Studio Tour are happening together this November!

    November 22–23 – ARTWRX Studio Gallery is a featured stop on the Central Island Studio Tour with hundreds of visitors coming through the doors during the weekend.

    Visit us during the tour to experience a vibrant showcase of original 12″ x 12″ artworks as part of Square Foot Show 2025. It’s a unique opportunity to explore local art, meet participating Studio Tour artists, and take home something special.

    Mark your calendars—it’s going to be a weekend full of inspiration, connection, and creativity.

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