Join the gallery as an artist member
We are looking for quality art by local artists to join our gallery. The jury committee accepts applications continuously.
Created by artists, for artists
In June of 1996, the Jerome Artists' Cooperative Gallery, LLC was created by sixteen local artists for artists. Our artists all have a vested interest in having a successful operating gallery. Since then, the gallery has more than doubled in square footage and the membership averages around 35 local artists.
Jerome attracts tourists due to its rich mining history and beautiful scenic views of the Verde Valley. The Jerome Chamber of Commerce estimates that a million tourists come through Jerome annually from all over the world. The gallery receives high praise on the variety and quality of displayed art, which in turn creates repeat customers and referrals.
Eligibility
- Where you live. Membership is only open to artists who are permanent residents in the areas of Jerome, Sedona, Prescott and the Verde Valley, within a 50-mile drive of the gallery. Applications from outside this area will not be considered.
- Your work. You must be the sole originator of your artwork. It must be original, recent, handmade and different from other artwork currently showing at the gallery.
- Your time. Members take an active role in daily operations, including working shifts, serving on a committee and attending the monthly general meetings.
- Your photographs. Applications without photographs will not be considered. Please do not leave actual artwork at the gallery.
How to apply
Submit your application
Complete the online application and include 5 photographs of your artwork. The jury committee reviews new applications at its monthly meetings.
Viewing appointment
If the committee wishes to see you in person, you will be notified by mail. Bring only 5 to 7 original pieces, and be ready to answer questions about pricing and inventory, and to ask your own about the gallery's operations.
Written decision
You will receive written notification of whether you were approved or denied. The gallery manager then contacts approved members to set up a meeting about policies and procedures.
What members commit to
Membership is a privilege and comes with certain expectations. This is a great place to sell your work, but members are the ones expected to keep the business running.
- Shifts. Work four 4-hour shifts (16 hours) a month in the gallery.
- Commission. The Jerome Artists Cooperative LLC receives a 25% commission on all retail sales made in or referred by the gallery or its website.
- Meetings. Attend a monthly general meeting to keep up to date on gallery business and vote on major issues.
- Committees. Participate in one or more committees, which may require up to four hours or more of your time each month.
See the work in person, and meet the people who made it.
502 Main St, Jerome, AZ 86331. Wednesday to Monday, 10 am to 6 pm. Closed Tuesdays.