Each fall, the Palos Verdes Library District holds our Annual Community Art Show, inviting local artists, professionals, and amateurs alike to participate.
Typically featuring almost 100 artists from around the Peninsula and the larger Los Angeles community, our Community Art Shows include artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Pieces include many media forms such as photography, painting, collage, and sculpture.
The 2025 Community Art Show application period will open on Tuesday, September 1st.
2025 Calendar
Official Show Dates: November 10 through January 3, 2026
| September 2 | Application Window Open |
| September 27 | Application Window Closes |
| October 10 | Artists are notified of which pieces have been selected for the show |
| October 13-24 | Artists may drop off accepted pieces |
| November 10 | The 2025 Community Art Show Opens |
| November 14 | The Annual Community Art Show Reception, 6-8:30 pm |
| January 4 | Show Closes |
| January 3, 2026 | Exhibit Ends |
2025 Entry Guidelines
Entry Guidelines
Applicants may apply online or via paper form at any time between September 2 and 27.
Participants may submit original artwork (limit 2 per artist), and it does not need to be newly created art.
Participants must be in 9th grade or at least 14 years old by November 1, 2025.
Applicants completing a paper form may pay by credit card or check by visiting the Library Administration office on the 2nd Floor of the Peninsula Center Library, anytime Monday - Friday, 10 am-4 pm.
Online applicants may pay in person or online using a valid credit card.
Please make checks payable to: Palos Verdes Library District.
Entry Fees:
Adults: $10 per entry. Participants may submit up to 2 entries.
Students Grades 9-12: $5 per entry. Participants may submit up to 2 entries.
Awards:
First-place winners in each of the award categories listed below will receive a $100 prize:
Best in Show
Best in High School
Works on Paper
Paintings
Photography
3D works
People’s Choice*
*All awards except for “People’s Choice” will be announced at the Community Art Show Reception at the Peninsula Center Library on Friday, November 14, 6:00-8:30 pm.
Submitting Entry Images: Online applicants must upload an image of the entry to the online form. Paper applications must include a photograph or photocopy of each piece of artwork.
PVLD reserves the right to choose the artwork included in the show and the placement area of the artwork. All accepted work may be marked NOT FOR SALE (NFS) or FOR SALE. Artwork for sale is sold as is. All sales are final. If an item is for sale, please indicate the price you will accept. PVLD will retain a 20% commission fee on all sold items and does not collect sales tax. If an item is sold, PVLD will remit the sale price, minus 20% commission, 3-4 weeks after the conclusion of the show. All artwork must remain in the show for the entire duration.
Artwork Drop-off: Each accepted work must be hand-delivered and properly prepared for hanging or display. The artist is responsible for drop-off and pick-up. Artwork drop-off and pick-up is during specified times only or with prior arrangement. No shipped pieces will be accepted. Bags, boxes, and other transportation protectives will not be retained for pickup of artwork at the end of the show.
Art Preparation: Artwork not ready to hang upon delivery will not be accepted. Art should be properly framed, and/or finished on all edges, and must include wire for hanging unless it is a 3-D piece. If not framed, textiles and quilts must supply hardware for display. Heavy or oversized work, 60 lbs or over 72" in any direction, will not be accepted due to space limitations. All work must be labeled with the artist's contact information.
Liability and Conditions: Entry implies agreement with all conditions set forth in this prospectus. The utmost care and caution will be used in handling all art pieces during the installation and throughout the exhibition period; however, the artist agrees that PVLD will not be held responsible for loss or damage to art. (Gallery attendants will not be present during the exhibition period.) There are no refunds on entry fees, nor guaranteed acceptance that any or all entries will be accepted. Entry submissions will not be returned. PVLD reserves the right to use photographic reproductions of works in the exhibition for publicity and other promotional purposes. If necessary, PVLD also reserves the right to change the dates and times of the exhibit.
Please visit pvld.org/artinourlibrary for the complete guidelines