Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery’s 2nd Annual

Fundraising Art Auction

—Call for Donations—

We are inviting artists to donate artwork for our 2nd annual fundraising exhibition and auction! This year’s auction will also be in celebration of the Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery’s 40th anniversary. All proceeds from the auction will go towards the new gallery building. This is a great opportunity to showcase your work, support your local gallery, and connect with the local art community.

What We’re Looking For:

•  All mediums welcome: painting, photography, textiles, sculpture, mixed media, etc.

•  Original works from donating artist.

•  No size requirements.

•  Works are ready to hang (i.e. photographs are framed, canvases are wired).

• Maximum of 2 works per artist.

How It Works:

• Donated works will be exhibited for 11 days, from July 22nd to August 1st, and will be available for silent auction throughout the duration.

• At the end of the 11 days, we will host a live auction event, the bidding will begin at the highest silent auction bid for each piece.

•  The live auction will take place on Saturday August 1nd, 2026. Doors will open at 6pm, and the bidding will begin at 7pm. Wine and snacks will be served at the live auction.

•  Artists will be credited and promoted throughout the event.

•  The starting bid for all works will be $30.

•  All proceeds from the auction will go toward the Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery’s new building.

To Donate:

•  Drop-off window: June 10th to July 10th, 2025.

•  Drop-off location: Crowsnest Pass Public Art Gallery

•  When dropping off work, please include a note containing artist name, title, date created, medium, and size, for each piece.

Need a tax receipt? Let us know the amount you require, and we’ll provide one for your records.

Questions? Reach out to us at curator@crowsnestpasspublicartgallery.ca

We are excited to feature your work in this fundraising event, and we are truly thankful for your donation!