Join a Supportive Community of Fellow Artists

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Are you an Artist looking to connect with our burgeoning Arts Community and find a supportive environment to display your work?  The Spiral Gallery is currently accepting applications for new membership. 

The Spiral Gallery was established September of 2002 and became a non-profit cooperative in April of 2004.  We are located downtown in Estacada.  We strive for excellence in our artwork, personal artistic growth and professionalism in presentation.  We are dedicated to exhibiting quality art all year round. 

As a member, you will be given space to show 5-10 pieces (or more depending on size/style of artwork) with the opportunity to rotate your work monthly.  You also have the opportunity to be the Featured Artist once every 18 months.  And have the opportunity to participate in the Group Shows.  
  • Gallery commission is 20% with the rest going to the artist
  • There is a one time initiation fee of $50
  • Monthly dues of $35
  • You will be required to work 2 shifts a month to cover as well as working 2 hours on a committee​

Online Application

Click here to complete the application form online

Printable Application

the_spiral_gallery_co-op_application.pdf
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Member Obligations and Opportunities

  • Members may show a number of works on an ongoing basis and keep 80% of the sale price.
  • Members may have an individual show about ever 18 months and may join any group show.  All shows are well publicized.  
  • Members have many opportunities to collaborate and socialize with the other artists
  • Members gather monthly at 6:30 pm on the Monday following First Friday to discuss gallery operations
  • Members work two, half day shifts each month at the gallery
  • Members work about two hours an month on a committee

Application Process

To apply for membership:  1.) complete and return the aplication form, and 2.) submit the application materials listed below. 

1. Application Form​

Complete the online form above or download the pdf (link at the top of this page) and mail your application form along with a minimum of 3 photos of recent work to:
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The Spiral Gallery Cooperative
341 Broadway, PO Box 1394
Estacada, Oregon  97023 

2. Application Materials

Along with the application form, please include the following:
  1. a Resume of your art experience, art related work and any galleries that have carried your work
  2. An Artists Statement (What inspires you to create your work?  Describe your relationship with your audience, etc.)
  3. Photos of recent work with a written description of the work shown
  4. Statement of Intent: Why you would like to join the gallery and how will you contribute to it
  5. Three personal references with contact information.​

Acceptance of New Members

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​Membership voting takes place quarterly.  The membership committee will contact you and set up a time for you to attend a gallery meeting to present your work.

New Members pay a $50 joining fee and $35 monthly fee.  
The commission for sales is 20%

Contact Jami Berry at (503)504-3822 if you have any questions.