Expressions West 2027

Expressions West is a juried exhibition featuring contemporary artwork by artists from across the American West. The exhibition is open to artists living in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Presented by Coos Art Museum, Expressions West celebrates the range of ideas, perspectives, and creative work being produced across the region. 

First Place: $1000 

Second Place: $750.00 

Third Place: $250.00 

Expressions West is a juried exhibition featuring contemporary artwork by artists from across the American West. The exhibition is open to artists living in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming. Presented by Coos Art Museum, Expressions West celebrates the range of ideas, perspectives, and creative work being produced across the region. 

First Place: $1000 

Second Place: $750.00 

Third Place: $250.00 

Important Dates 

December 6th 2026 - Deadline for submissions sent to CaFE. 

December 22nd 2026 - Notification of acceptance/rejection. 

January 23rd 2027 - Deadline for receiving accepted artwork. 

February 6th 2027 – Opening reception 5 - 7 pm 

April 23rd– 24th 2027 - Hand retrieval of artwork from 12 – 4:00pm 

April 24th 2027- Artwork returned via couriers.  

Artist Eligibility 

Artists residing in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming are invited to provide up to three submissions. 

Eligible Art Mediums 

Paintings - limitation of 48 inches in any direction, including the frame 

Drawings - limitation of 48 inches in any direction, including the frame 

Hand pulled prints - limitation of 48 inches in any direction, including the frame 

Mixed media - limitation of 48 inches in any direction, including the frame 

Fiber & textiles - limitation of 48 inches in any direction, including the frame or mounting device. 

Fiber & textiles - wearable - must supply display device. 

Small sculptures - weight limitation of 50 lbs. and 48" inches in any direction. 

Glass - blown, fused or leaded stained - if to be suspended, must include a secure hanging or display device. 

Turned and carved wood - weight limitation of 50 lbs. and 48" inches in any direction. 

Jewelry - only if ALL elements were created by the artist. 

Photography – limitation of 48 inches in any direction - framed and ready for hanging. 

Furniture - weight limitation of 50 lbs. 

Ineligible Art Mediums: Digital or AI artwork, video, motion picture film, audio, giclée prints. 

Entry Fees 

Each artist can provide a total of up to three (3) submissions. There is a non-refundable fee of $35 for the first submission, $10 for the second submission, and $10 for the third submission.  

Artwork Requirements 

Artworks submitted must have been created within the last 2 years (2024 - 2026). 

If you are submitting a work that is part of a series, the submitted piece MUST be unique and distinguishable from any of your other works of art. Works that have previously been exhibited at Coos Art Museum are NOT eligible. 

Artworks that are accepted must be the same as the images on the files entered - no substitutions or modifications. 

If your work is a replica of another person's work, the title MUST contain notation of the original work and original artist. Example: “A Study of the Mona Lisa, by Leonardo DaVinci" 

Works must be ready for hanging. All work must be neatly labeled on the back with the artist’s name, address, and phone number. Labels must also show the work’s Title, Medium and Date of Creation. 

Sales 

Artists may offer exhibited artwork for sale, but the Museum will not process any sale transactions. All artwork must remain on exhibit until the closing date. The artist sets the price and handles the sale directly with the buyer. Coos Art Museum does not process payments or take a commission, except during designated fundraising events with separate terms. 

This practice allows artists to keep the full proceeds from their work and communicate directly with interested buyers. After the exhibition closes, the artist is responsible for arranging delivery or shipping of any sold artwork. 

Delivery, Shipping, and Pickup 

Accepted artwork must be delivered to Coos Art Museum at the artist’s expense. 

Shipped artwork must arrive during the delivery window. Hand-delivered artwork may be dropped off during the delivery window. 

Artists are also responsible for getting their artwork back after the exhibition. Work may be picked up in person during the artwork return dates, or returned by shipping. 

Artists may arrange and pay for their own return shipping or ask the Museum to coordinate return shipping. If the Museum arranges return shipping, the artist will be charged all shipping costs plus a $30 handling fee to cover staff time. 

Detailed shipping instructions will be provided to accepted artists. Artwork received without prepaid return shipping or other return arrangements will be shipped to the artist’s last known address, and the artist will be responsible for all shipping and handling costs. 

If you are unable to deliver or retrieve your artwork during the scheduled dates, please contact the Museum in advance to make other arrangements. 

Insurance 

Art is insured while in the Museum’s care. Coverage begins when the artwork arrives at the Museum, continues through the exhibition, and concludes when artwork is returned to the artist or shipped. 

Juror: Daemian Hawthorn  

Creating is a way of life. I only feel really good on the days I have made something tangible. Whether adding to my sketchbook, stretching canvases, or welding metal into a dynamic sculpture, creating something from nothing is the satisfying experience I strive for everyday.

About Coos Art Museum 
Coos Art Museum is the only art museum on the Oregon Coast and serves as a cultural resource for Oregon’s South Coast. Located in Coos Bay’s historic 1936 Art Deco former post office, the Museum presents rotating exhibitions by local, regional, and national artists and offers year-round educational programs that inspire appreciation and exploration of visual art. Learn more at www.coosartmuseum.org. 

Application Requirements 

All work must be submitted through CaFÉ. Up to three (3) pieces of work may be submitted, 5 images per artwork are allowed.  

Online Submission 

All information on the original entry as to title, size and price must remain the same on the delivered work. Entries must be original in concept, composition, and execution. Artwork created under the supervision of an instructor is not eligible. Artwork must not be copied, in part or wholly, from any published or copyrighted work. 

 

All work must be submitted through CaFÉ. Up to three (3) pieces of work may be submitted.

ELIGIBLE ART MEDIUMS: Allowed with the following criteria

Paintings - limitation of 48 inches in any direction - this includes the frame.

Drawings - limitation of 48 inches in any direction - this includes the frame.

Hand pulled prints - limitation of 48 inches in any direction - this includes the frame.

Mixed media - limitation of 48 inches in any direction - this includes the frame.

Fiber & textiles - limitation of 48 inches in any direction - this includes the frame or mounting device.

Fiber & textiles - wearable - must supply display device.

Small sculptures - weight limitation of 50 lbs. and 48" inches in any direction.

Glass - blown, fused or leaded stained - if to be suspended, must include a secure hanging or display device.

Turned and carved wood - weight limitation of 50 lbs. and 48" inches in any direction.

Jewelry - only if ALL elements were created by the artist.

Photography – limitation of 48 inches in any direction - framed and ready for hanging.

Furniture - weight limitation of 50 lbs.

Any and all themes of expression define the parameters of acceptable entries.

Digital/AI artwork- Digital or AI artwork is not allowed.