above painting by Pamela Heater
OffCenter Arts two primary programs for artists to exhibit and sell artwork are:
Our curated, artist consignment gallery; and
Our rotating monthly exhibition program.
Learn more about the artist consignment gallery (including how to apply, gallery hours, & featured artists) on the gallery page here.
Learn more about our monthly exhibitions - including community shows - below!
Every other month, OffCenter hosts a themed community exhibition! All community members are invited to bring in one piece to be a part of the show. Each month’s theme and deadlines are listed below.
For all community exhibitions:
*One piece per artist, 18” X 24” or smaller. (Ask staff if you’d like to bring in a larger piece or 3D artwork.)
*Artwork should be framed or mounted and ready to hang. (If you need a frame or assistance in getting your work ready to hang, we’re here to help! Talk to staff during open hours at least one day before the show deadline.)
*Drop off your work at OffCenter during regular open hours by the deadline listed below.
*Artists can opt to have their work available for purchase or for display only. For any work sold, artists receive 95% of the sale price.
*Join us for monthly ABQ Artwalk receptions to see the new monthly shows! Invite friends & family to join you in celebrating your work on exhibit!
All of 2024, very first quilt by Alex Henkel
part of the Layers Community Exhibition, December 2024.
In addition to our six annual themed community exhibitions, we also host several small group shows and a community fundraising exhibition in November featuring 4”x4” mini art works (details here).
Check out the full calendar below & join in the fun!
2026 Exhibits
January
OffCenter Arts staff & board Artwork
Artwork across a wide range of mediums - all created by the OffCenter Arts staff & board members!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, January 2, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
February
Community Exhibit:
The Future
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. February's theme is THE FUTURE!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, February 6, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
Deadline to drop off artwork at OffCenter is Thursday, January 29. See information above for details on participating in community exhibits!
March
OffCenter Little House
Kick-off Show
Look back at some of the many amazing Little Houses created over the years! Get inspired for this year’s fundraiser — and pick up your house ‘blank’ to take home and create for the auction in May!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, March 6, 5-8 p.m.
(No Puppet Theater performance this month.)
April
Community Exhibit:
Full Circle
April’s theme is FULL CIRCLE! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, March 26
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, April 3, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
May
Guest Curated Small Group Exhibition
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, May 8, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
PLUS: Little House Auction Preview at FUSION! Featuring a sneak peek at some of the houses to be featured in our 2026 Little House Auction!
June
Community Exhibit: Kaleidoscope
June’s theme is KALEIDOSCOPE! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, May 28.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, June 5, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
July
Interactive Community Project
Watch for details this summer about our interactive project in July!
OffCenter will be CLOSED during July Artwalk. When we get back from our summer break (studio closed June 28-July 5) we’ll have an interactive project on our exhibition wall for all to contribute to throughout July!
August
Community Exhibit:
Pointillism
August’s theme is POINTILLISM! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 30.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, August 7, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
September
Collaboration: a small group exhibition
Our September exhibition will feature both a curated invitational exhibition of collaborative work and opportunities for community collaboration!
Watch for details in summer 2026.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, September 4, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
October
Community Exhibit:
Out of Place
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. October’s theme is OUT OF PLACE! Submit one piece of work to be part of the show by Thursday, September 24.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, October 2, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
November
4x4 Mini Art Benefit
Tiny artwork with a big impact!
We’re hosting our second annual benefit exhibit featuring mini creations. Donate an 4” x 4” artwork in October (deadline Saturday, October 31) and then come shop our 4x4 Mini Art Benefit in November!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, November 6, 5-8 p.m.
No Puppet Theater performance this month.
December
Community Exhibit: Found Objects
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. December’s theme is FOUND OBJECTS! Submit one piece of work to be part of the show by Wednesday, November 25.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, December 4, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.