Description
About
BG’s annual juried exhibition returns with CALeidoscope: Evolving Reflections of California, a vibrant celebration of our Golden State. From the Mexican border to Oregon, California stretches nearly 900 miles along the Pacific Ocean and is home to sundrenched beaches, verdant farmlands, majestic mountains, dramatic deserts, and monumental redwood forests. With all this natural beauty, it’s no wonder California serves as a source of inspiration and promise for dreamers, makers, and visionaries across the US. CALeidoscope honors the breathtaking geography of our great state and reflects its esteemed position as a cultural leader and hotbed for creativity and innovation.
Jurors
- Juan Omar Rodriguez, Assistant Curator, San José Museum of Art
- Amanda Sroka, Senior Curator, Institute of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles
Timeline
Entries open: July 24, 2025
Deadline to submit work for consideration: March 26, 2026 at 12 pm PT
Notice of participation: April 24, 2026
Artwork Delivery: June 22 – 26, 2026
Exhibition dates: July 11 – September 13, 2026
Opening Party: Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 4 – 7 pm
Submissions
Submit your images and other materials online via CaFÉ here. Only digital images uploaded to CaFÉ will be accepted and reviewed. Physical submissions delivered to the Bedford will not be reviewed.
NOTE: IF YOUR ARTIST NAME IS DIFFERENT FROM YOUR LEGAL NAME, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION UNDER YOUR ARTIST NAME ONLY.
CALeidoscope Events & Workshops
In addition to the exhibition, Bedford Gallery will offer workshops and programming that are open to the public. Be the first to know about upcoming events by signing up for our e-news!
General Admission
Pay What You Can (ages 13 and over)
Note: Pay What You Can does not apply to opening parties, special events, or workshops.
