Frequently Asked Questions

Policies and Procedures

Each participant who pays the $60 entry fee will:

  • be listed in the artist directory which will be a downloadable pdf on the VOS website,

  • have one image in the artist directory,

  • have one image on the website,

  • show one piece of their art in a month long exhibit at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum (this is a benefit AND a requirement),

  • attend the Artist Reception at the Museum

Artist Drop-off/ Pickup

Artists must fill out a “loan art” form with the museum, when dropping off artwork. Please bring artwork ready to hang. You must take packaging to eliminate confusion. We recommend bringing packaging upon art pickup.

HOW TO PAY YOUR FEE?

VOS 2026 registration payments can be paid via FlipCause by clicking this link: PAY HERE! All payments will be processed through the New VOS Fiscal Sponsor: Center for Urban Excellence.  (Please note: when using a credit/debit card there will be a processing fee paid directly to FlipCause.) 

Checks can be made payable to Center for Urban Excellence, with “VOS 2026 Registration” noted in the memo line. They should be mailed to:

Center for Urban Excellence

P.O. Box 5543

Vallejo, CA 94591

RECEPTION AND EXHIBIT AT THE VALLEJO NAVAL AND HISTORICAL MUSEUM

You will show one piece of your work during a 3 week long exhibit. You will receive more information about this via email or visit “Calendar”

Marketing materials will be distributed to Artists during the reception. Another important reason to attend.

MARKETING MATERIALS

Artist Directory

The Artist Directory includes one sample from each artist who applied and their contact information: studio or gallery name, artist name, address, medium, phone, email, website, you will have the option of checking a box to not include your phone or email in the directory, but we will need both for contacting you. The directories will be available for pick up in October at the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum during their normal hours. Artists can pick up copies for distribution at the Museum Reception.

Website

Our website continues to be an important tool for artists, art lovers, and potential visitors to Vallejo Open Studios. Many of our publicity materials will be available for download. We encourage you to visit often, and publicize it as much as possible. Add it to your signature in emails to friends and on facebook!

Facebook

Did you know we have a Facebook page? We encourage you to visit and “Like Us”. Encourage your friends to like us also. facebook.com/VallejoOpenStudios/