We are always looking for brave new work!
We showcase all our work on a 50% consignment basis. We respond to every submission within 1–2 weeks. If you would like to see more of our policies, feel free to review our Consignment Contract or our Frequently Asked Artist Questions at the bottom of this page.
Salon-Style Section
In this section of our store we include just about anything we think is innovative and well-crafted. We feature paintings, prints, plushies, t-shirts, magnets, journals, cards, calendars, wallets, jewelry, drink coasters, pins, bags, and anything else created by crafty artists.
We are limiting the amount of photography and collage we showcase. You are welcome to submit although we do like to note we rarely accept these mediums.
For “wall” artwork we typically showcase 5 to 10 pieces per artist. For more functional artwork, we can showcase a full line of work depending on our current space availability. We showcase “wall” artwork for about four months — at this point we rotate in new work. As pieces sell, you are welcome to replace them with new works. We continue to sell functional work according to the popularity of the product. For “wall” pieces, we prefer to review your currently available work, rather than past/previous works.
We like to let prospective artists know our market. We showcase affordable work and have found this to be our niche. The work we sell most often retails under $300 and is generally about 12" x 12". We are mainly selling to a market that is just starting to collect work, however, we are still happy to exhibit larger and more expensive pieces. Functional works must be well crafted, and interesting packaging always helps!
To submit to our salon section, please include:
1. Your name and contact information
2. Description of items
3. Estimated retail value
We are able to review in person, online or by mail.
In person
Stop by or call the store. We should be able to review work when not busy with customers.
Online
Please send jpegs or your URL to info@bluebottleart.com. Please keep files small.
By mail
Send slides or photographs to our mailing address. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned. Please do not send originals.
Gallery Section
The gallery typically features solo shows. We also accept submissions by curators for group shows. Gallery exhibitions change on a monthly basis. We do ongoing reviews and keep a file of prospective future shows.
Shows are currently booked through October 2009. We will begin reviewing again for gallery shows in January 2009.
To submit to our gallery section, please include:
1. Your name and contact information
2. Samples of your work. The work we review must be very close in nature to the work we will showcase. We understand work that would be in the show may not be completed, but we must have a very clear idea of the style, consistency and quality of the work in order to book a show.
3. Price range of work. We most often book shows that feature a wide price range. Please remember, we specialize in affordable pieces.
4. A write-up of the concept of the show. We prefer to see a cohesive body of work or a theme that pulls the show together.
We are able to review online or by mail.
Online
Please send jpegs or your URL and above details to info@bluebottleart.com. Please keep files small.
By mail
Send slides or photographs and above details to our mailing address. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned. Please do not send originals.
Please note that we rarely book a solo show without first working with the artist in our salon section, which lets us gauge how the Seattle public responds to your work. In addition, it allows us the opportunity to see if the process works smoothly for both parties.
Frequently Asked Questions for Artists
Artist Information
Artist Paperwork:
Artist Contract PDF
Artist Inventory Sheet PDF
Artist Web Site Details PDF
We showcase all our work on a 50% consignment basis. We respond to every submission within 1–2 weeks. If you would like to see more of our policies, feel free to review our Consignment Contract or our Frequently Asked Artist Questions at the bottom of this page.
Salon-Style Section
In this section of our store we include just about anything we think is innovative and well-crafted. We feature paintings, prints, plushies, t-shirts, magnets, journals, cards, calendars, wallets, jewelry, drink coasters, pins, bags, and anything else created by crafty artists.
We are limiting the amount of photography and collage we showcase. You are welcome to submit although we do like to note we rarely accept these mediums.
For “wall” artwork we typically showcase 5 to 10 pieces per artist. For more functional artwork, we can showcase a full line of work depending on our current space availability. We showcase “wall” artwork for about four months — at this point we rotate in new work. As pieces sell, you are welcome to replace them with new works. We continue to sell functional work according to the popularity of the product. For “wall” pieces, we prefer to review your currently available work, rather than past/previous works.
We like to let prospective artists know our market. We showcase affordable work and have found this to be our niche. The work we sell most often retails under $300 and is generally about 12" x 12". We are mainly selling to a market that is just starting to collect work, however, we are still happy to exhibit larger and more expensive pieces. Functional works must be well crafted, and interesting packaging always helps!
To submit to our salon section, please include:
1. Your name and contact information
2. Description of items
3. Estimated retail value
We are able to review in person, online or by mail.
In person
Stop by or call the store. We should be able to review work when not busy with customers.
Online
Please send jpegs or your URL to info@bluebottleart.com. Please keep files small.
By mail
Send slides or photographs to our mailing address. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned. Please do not send originals.
Gallery Section
The gallery typically features solo shows. We also accept submissions by curators for group shows. Gallery exhibitions change on a monthly basis. We do ongoing reviews and keep a file of prospective future shows.
Shows are currently booked through October 2009. We will begin reviewing again for gallery shows in January 2009.
To submit to our gallery section, please include:
1. Your name and contact information
2. Samples of your work. The work we review must be very close in nature to the work we will showcase. We understand work that would be in the show may not be completed, but we must have a very clear idea of the style, consistency and quality of the work in order to book a show.
3. Price range of work. We most often book shows that feature a wide price range. Please remember, we specialize in affordable pieces.
4. A write-up of the concept of the show. We prefer to see a cohesive body of work or a theme that pulls the show together.
We are able to review online or by mail.
Online
Please send jpegs or your URL and above details to info@bluebottleart.com. Please keep files small.
By mail
Send slides or photographs and above details to our mailing address. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your materials returned. Please do not send originals.
Please note that we rarely book a solo show without first working with the artist in our salon section, which lets us gauge how the Seattle public responds to your work. In addition, it allows us the opportunity to see if the process works smoothly for both parties.
Frequently Asked Questions for Artists
Artist Information
Artist Paperwork:
Artist Contract PDF
Artist Inventory Sheet PDF
Artist Web Site Details PDF