BAFFA ART GALLERY
presents
The Sky's The Limit
2026 BAFFA Members' Exhibition
"The Sky’s the Limit", a multimedia, members’ exhibition, is a bold celebration of artistic ambition and limitless possibility. Featuring the work of BAFFA Artist Members, this exhibition will invite viewers to explore the expansiveness of human imagination. Artwork should reflect a pursuit of freedom — a reaching beyond the ordinary — and remind us that creativity, like the sky itself, has no limits.
The Sky’s the Limit will showcase artworks that embody freedom, ambition, and imagination, featuring artists who push the boundaries of form and concept.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
AUGUST 1st, 2026 by midnight
JUDGE:
Barbie Brady - Multi-Media Artist
SUBMISSION DETAILS:
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Artists are invited to submit up to TWO pieces, but not all pieces may be accepted.
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All artwork must be completed at the time of submission, and a clear image of completed artwork will be required on the application.
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No submission fee, but all artists submitting MUST be a BAFFA member. Join HERE.
IMPORTANT DATES:
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Exhibition Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, September 5th to 27th, 2026, from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Reception: Friday, September 4th, 2026, from 6:00 pm -8:00 pm
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Acceptance Notification: August 8th, 2026 by email
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Drop Off Dates: August 18th from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm and August 18th from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Pick Up Dates: September 27th, 2026, from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (No artwork can be removed before 4:00 pm) and September 29th, 2026, from 11:00 am-1:00 pm.
ARTIST SALES:
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Commission Fee: 20% of sale to Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts (BAFFA). Check mailed to the artist within 30 days of the closing of the exhibition.
ELIGIBILITY AND CONDITIONS:
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Original artworks executed by BAFFA Artist Members are eligible. Artists may submit paintings, drawings, sculptures, textiles, photographs, mixed media pieces, and digital art prints (no AI).
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No dimension of any artwork may exceed 3 feet on any side.
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Acceptance of all/any artwork submitted into the exhibit is not guaranteed.
ARTIST REQUIREMENT:
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All participating artists must be a current BAFA member throughout the duration of the exhibition.
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All artists are required to volunteer a minimum of two hours as either a gallery sitter or gallery volunteer during the exhibition period, specifically on weekends from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm or 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. At the time of submission, all artists must choose a date to volunteer, and that date will be confirmed by August 9th. If an artist is unable to volunteer during the weekend, alternative volunteer opportunities are available and can be discussed with the Committee Chair or Gallery Director.
ARTWORK DROP-OFF:
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Entries not prepared correctly for hanging or display will be rejected at drop-off.
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All 2D artwork must be wired properly. No sawtooth hangers or non-picture hanging wire.
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All 3D work must include a presentation apparatus. Small 3D works will be displayed on cabinetry and will not require a pedestal.
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A label must be attached to the back of the artwork or the bottom of the sculpture with the artist’s name and artwork title.
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Accepted works must be hand-delivered. No shipments will be accepted.
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If an artist cannot drop off work at the times below, the artist must plan for someone else to take the artwork and notify the Gallery Committee by August 16th by email to gallerydirector@baffa.org.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
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BAFFA will make every reasonable effort to protect artwork while it is in its possession. BAFFA is not legally responsible for damage or loss of art. Please consider insurance for all work submitted to the show.
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Images of accepted work and artists may be used for publicity.
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Artwork must remain hanging until the end of the exhibition. No exceptions. If an artist is unable to take work home at the end of the show, other arrangements must be made in advance.
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All artists will be required to fill out a waiver upon acceptance.
Any questions, contact: gallerydirector@baffa.org or gallerymanager@baffa.org
To view the full prospectus, click HERE.
