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!
2025 Exhibits
January
Doodles, Scribbles, & Masterpieces
Table doodles, found art, and fantastic pieces of artwork donated or left behind at OffCenter over the years!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, January 3, 5-8 p.m.
Special Puppet Theater IMPROV skits
6 - 7 p.m.
February
Community Exhibit: Opposites Attract
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. February's theme is OPPOSITES ATTRACT!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, February 7, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
Deadline to drop off artwork at OffCenter is Thursday, January 30. See information above for details on participating in community exhibits!
March
OffCenter Little House
Kick-off Show
In celebration of over 15 years of Little House Auctions, we’re sharing a 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 7, 5-8 p.m.
(No Puppet Theater performance this month.)
April
Community Exhibit:
Tactile Art
April’s theme is TACTILE ART: art made to be touched! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, March 27
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, April 4, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
May
Community & Connections Printmaking Exhibit
Featuring artwork created in two special printmaking classes led by former printmaking shop manager Dre Rivera, this small group exhibit will include woodcut prints and monotype prints. Be a part of the workshops to be featured in this exhibit by signing up for Collaborative Woodcut Printing or Ink Manipulation Monoprinting.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, May 2, 5-8 p.m.
PLUS: Little House Preview at FUSION!
June
Community Exhibit: Art in Public
June’s theme is Art in Public: Street Art & Activist Art! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, May 29.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, June 6, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.
July
Rooted & Anchored
Participate in this community art project by creating a 8”x8” work on paper in response to either of the questions: What anchors you? What keeps you rooted?
The pieces will begin to be installed for the July Artwalk on Friday, July 11 - but space allowing - we'll continue to add to the wall throughout the month. Artwork is to be donated to OffCenter, and will be used to create an art book after the exhibition.
GUIDELINES:
One piece per person.
8" x 8" only.
Works on PAPER only.
Drop off artwork at OffCenter by Wednesday, July 9 to be displayed for Artwalk. (Additional work welcome throughout the month but display might be limited. Will be included in the art book after the exhibition.)
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, July 11, 5-8 p.m.
August
Community Exhibit:
Music as Muse
August’s theme is MUSIC AS MUSE: artwork inspired by music! (See details at top of page for Community Exhibition submission guidelines.)
Submission Deadline: Thursday, July 31.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, August 8, 5-8 p.m.
September
Small Group Exhibit
Details coming soon!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, September 5, 5-8 p.m.
October
Community Exhibit:
Strange Mediums
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. October’s theme is STRANGE MEDIUMS! Submit one piece of work to be part of the show by Thursday, September 25.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, October 3, 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, November 1) and then come shop our 4x4 Mini Art Benefit in November!
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, November 7, 5-8 p.m.
No Puppet Theater performance this month.
December
Community Exhibit: Pop Art
Every other month, we host a community exhibit centered on a theme. December’s theme is POP ART! Submit one piece of work to be part of the show by Wednesday, November 26.
ABQ Artwalk: Friday, December 5, 5-8 p.m.
Puppet Theater performance at 6:30 p.m.