APPLICATION INFORMATION
Applications from women artists are reviewed monthly for the following categories of membership.
Download the application here.
FULL MEMBERSHIP:
Full membership includes a solo show every two years in the selected gallery and participation in a group show in alternate years. In addition to these exhibition opportunities all members receive the following benefits with membership;
-Artist representation on gallery website - Artist inclusion in gallery flat files - Opportunities for Artist led events (i.e. Artist talks, panel discussions etc.) - SOHO20 Gallery’s Director and assistants are available 5 days a weeks for professional assistance and consultation. - Studio visits and/or critique/discussion opportunities - Access to SOHO20 for fiscal sponsorship Members are required to make a two-year commitment to the gallery. Initiation fees can be paid in installments during the first 6 months of membership.Gallery I – Monthly dues of $300 / $340 (at large*) and a one-time initiation fee of $500
Gallery II – Monthly dues of $180/ $220(at large*) and a one-time initiation fee of $300
Gallery III – Monthly dues of $160 / $200 (at large*) and a one-time initiation fee of $300
AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP:
Yearly dues of $1000. Affiliates participate in our annual National Affiliates group exhibition and also receive all of the shared benefits of membership.
REQUIREMENTS OF MEMBERSHIP:
Payment of dues in a timely fashion.
Each member is required to abide by the rules set forth in the by-laws of SOHO20 and in its manual of operations.
Participation in the operations of the organization by doing committee work and attending monthly meetings. (unless claiming at-large status)
Each member is responsible for the costs of her publicity and advertising, with the exception of those listings paid for by SOHO20.
Each member must sign a renewable contract for a 24 month period.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
Women artists wishing to apply to one of the above categories are invited to submit the following:
A completed application form.
10 images of recent work on a CD or DVD or in slide form. All materials must be clearly labeled with the applicant’s name.
A separate image list, numbered to correspond with the included images. The list should include title, medium, size, and date.
A resume or brief biography, including education, exhibitions and other relevant information.
A brief (no more than one page) artist’s statement about the work.
Catalogues, reviews, and brochures about the work. (optional)
A self-addressed stamped envelope should be included for the return of all materials.
THE SELECTION PROCESS:
Once a month, except August, the members of SOHO20 carefully review membership applications. After an initial approval, a request will be made to see actual work at SOHO20. In order for an applicant to become a member, there must be a two-thirds majority vote in her favor.
Please contact our director, Jenn Dierdorf, at (212) 367-8994, or through email, soho20@verizon.net
