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Long Beach OpenTM2026

Call for artists and art collectors

Long Beach OpenTM2026 is a non-juried art exhibition reflecting the most current state of artistic expression in Long Beach.  

The exhibition offers a survey of what is new, and what is important in the Long Beach art world today. 

As the name indicates, the exhibition is open to anyone interested in exhibiting in all subject matter, providing a forum to share true creativity and self-expression.  

Long Beach OpenTM2026 provides an opportunity for artists and collectors to comment, and for the public 

to engage in visual illustration of the challenging realities of today.

The exhibition Opening Reception is scheduled on Saturday, April 11th, 2026 from 2pm to 9pm. 

Exhibit will continue daily 

Wednesday through Sunday from 2:00pm to 7:00pm until April 30th, 2026.

Every visitor will be able to cast a vote to choose the best artwork in following categories:

- the Most Meaningful Artwork (BEST OF SHOW)

- the Most Creative Artwork

- the Most Skillful Artwork

All winners will be announced during the Closing Reception on April 25th at 6pm.

Exhibit is free of charge to visit. 

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How to enter as an exhibitor:

This exhibit is open to any kind of art work that you may have. Your own creation or someone else's. All kinds of art works will be accepted.

Bring the art work in person to Hellada Gallery, 117 Linden Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802, from April 4th through April 11th, 2026 daily, from 2pm to 8:00pm.

The gallery walls will be parceled from floor to ceiling and you will select a location for your artworks. 

Exhibitors may submit several art works. Submission fee is $10 per art work. 

Artist's commission from sales is 70%. We will install the art works. 

Upon delivery of your artwork, you will be given a submission form to complete. 

Due to space limitations, entries will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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For more information, please call Marek at 562.435-5232

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The Winners of 2025 Show:

Best of Show

David Gardner for Stargazer

Watercolor on paper

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Most Skillful Artwork

(Two equally chosen artworks)

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Most Creative Artwork

Maria McCloud for Sufferage

Mixed media

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