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Join the Gallery

At Images you can display your work and participate in a collaborative, member-owned gallery. We are one of the oldest coop galleries in the area. Since 1988 our organization of professional artists has been dedicated to the creation, promotion, and education of fine arts in the Greater Kansas City area. 
There are several membership categories available. Please check out the descriptions below.
Want to join us?

Categories

Membership Categories*

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Full Member

  • Membership dues $180 a quarter or $720 annually.

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • 2D work is assigned a wall location, rotated quarterly.

  • 3D work gets a glass kiosk.

  • 2D artists can have a print bin along their wall.

  • Any artist can display cards in the card racks.

  • The option to be a featured artist once a year. Display work on one of the two front walls and a 3rd Friday opening reception.

  • Work two shifts (typically 3 and 1/2 hours a shift) per month and three 3rd Friday openings a year.

 

Non-Working Member

  • Membership dues $100 a month, $300 a quarter or $1200 annually.

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • 2D work is assigned a wall location, rotated quarterly.

  • 3D work gets a glass kiosk.

  • 2D artists can have a print bin along their wall.

  • Any artist can display cards in the card racks.

  • The option to be a featured artist once a year. Display work on one of the two front walls and a 3rd Friday opening reception.

  • No gallery work shifts.

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Three-Month Contract Member

  • Membership dues $90 a quarter. Can be renewed multiple times. 

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 60% to the artist, 40% to the gallery.

  • 3D work gets a one-half of a glass kiosk, 2D gets 1/2 of a full artist wall space.

  • No featured artist option.

  • No gallery work shifts.

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Associate Member

  • Membership dues $90 annually. 

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • Prints in the Associates shared print bin and cards in the card racks.

  • No featured artist option.

  • No gallery work shifts.

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Holiday Artist

  • Available for 3D work only.

  • Membership dues $75 a quarter (mid-October through mid-January).

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • Displayed in the group holiday display.

  • No featured artist option.

  • No gallery work shifts.

  • Attendance at 3rd Friday openings encouraged.

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Emeritus Member

  • Membership dues $240 annually. 

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • Available to artists who have 20+ years full membership status with the gallery.

  • Display one work in the emeritus space.

  • No featured artist option.

  • No gallery work shifts.

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All membership categories receive a discount on the annual Juried Show entry fee, free open studio attendance, and a discount on workshops and painting parties.

 

*All information current as of 11/2022, however the gallery may adjust fees and commissions at a future time.

 

FAQs


Why would I want to?

Co-ops like Images give artists who are early in their careers a way to get exposure. Profit is important, but we value community and as a member you have access to a supportive community and a network of local artists.

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What if I'm an established artist?

You may be an established artist, and membership in Images can be a way to supplement your sales and to interact with your collectors. Images provides an attractive, easily accessible space to have your work on display, plus your work can be highlighted in a Featured Artist exhibition.

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What does the gallery expect from members?

Our success depends on engaged members who staff and manage the gallery. There are no paid employees to keep Images running. We count on members who show up and participate.  In addition to working in the gallery there are a variety of ways to be involved. Members may work on the shows, teach classes, assist in gallery management, or promote the gallery. But, we know not everyone has the opportunity or interest to participate in all these activities, or the ability to make a long term commitment. Read through our membership categories for more details.

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Featured Artist

Featured Artist Space Rental ~ No membership required

  • Available as space allows.

  • Rent one or more of the gallery walls for a one-month display.

  • Commission rate on gallery sales is 70% to the artist, 30% to the gallery.

  • Artist provides 3rd Friday reception food and drink.

  • Inquire at the gallery for more details.

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