Our Purpose
In-Town Gallery is a cooperative association of artists founded in 1974 for the purpose of offering its members exhibition and marketing opportunities extending to the Chattanooga area a continual selection of quality original art.
As a cooperative, all members share equally in manning and operating the Gallery under the leadership of an elected executive board. The members and the screening process acts to maintain diversity and high standards in the selection of work in this gallery.
Benefits of Membership
- Consistent exposure in a professional art gallery located on the thriving North Shore of Chattanooga, Tennessee.
- Featured Artist receptions during the North Shore’s First Friday of each month with advertising.
- Two all member exhibitions with advertised opening receptions.
- Members enjoy the benefits of a targeted advertising program throughout the year.
- Low commission rate of 20%
- No exclusivity – members are allowed to show and sell work in other venues without limitations.
- Association with other professional artists.
New Member Requirements
- A joining fee of $185
- Monthly rent of $50
- A 20% commission on sales
- Members work scheduled days
- Possible assessments for advertising, etc.
- One of a kind original artwork only
- All artwork must meet display standards
- Artwork must remain consistent with the juried medium
- All new artwork for two full-member exhibitions per year
- Attend member meetings
- Committee participation
- Acceptance carries a one year commitment.
How To Apply
- Complete the application
- Submit 5 images of artwork
- Include a biography
The Jury Process
- The jury committee will review your application submission.
- The committee may request to see display-ready examples of your artwork.
- The committee may propose that the membership vote on the applicant for membership.
- The committee may decline the applicant.
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