Ice Cube Gallery

Call for Membership Proposals

Ice Cube Gallery is seeking prolific emerging and established artists and curators for juried review to become a member of one of Denver’s newest and most dynamic artist-run galleries!  We are currently seeking all themes and styles of contemporary art including performance, installation, photography, film, multi-media, light, sculpture, artist talk series, juried exhibition or any other style of contemporary art that is pushing the boundaries in concept, process, and/or material.  We are looking for prolific artists willing to take risks.

Member of another co-op or gallery?  Big ideas for a curatorial project?  Established in the Denver area but want a place to experiment and play with your art?  Fresh out of school and looking for a place to show your work?  Previously applied but don’t feel like we could “see” what you have to offer?  Apply for membership! Ice Cube Gallery could be for you!

Westword’s art critic Michael Paglia calls Ice Cube Gallery “one of the most impressive exhibition spaces in town.”  Be a part of what he is talking about!  Become familiar with our space and our current members by visiting our website www.icecubegallery.com or stop by during our regular hours Fridays 12-9 and Saturdays 12-5. 

Membership includes:

¨      One solo show in ½ of the 2600 sq. ft. gallery for 4 weeks per calendar year

¨      Participation in all group shows throughout the year

¨      Free entry into our annual Open Call Show

¨      Shared use of 2,000 sq feet storage space on-site in the gallery basement

¨      Promotion throughout the year with print and digital media

¨      Membership in the RiNo District

¨      Creative growth and support through regular discussions and critiques

Cost: $70 monthly dues, $100 deposit and $50 key deposit, one year commitment (other types of membership may be available, including a shared membership and/or a guest membership.  Different rates may apply, please inquire if interested.)

To apply:

¨      Submit a one-page proposal outlining your ideas for your show.  Your proposal can include photographs, sketches, artist statements and explanations of the purpose, concept and/or themes of your show.  Please include anything that might help the members understand your vision for becoming a member and showing your art or curatorial project. Ie- Do you have a proposal for work that differs from your current work? 

¨      Artist resume

¨      Visual aids to help us understand your ideas (can include jpegs, hardcopies, sketches, dvds, website address, etc.  No slides, please.)

Email your proposal to jennifer@icecubegallery.com

Or Mail to:

Jennifer Jeannelle

c/o Ice Cube Gallery

3320 Walnut Street

Denver, CO  80205

Questions before you apply?  Email jennifer@icecubegallery.com