Thank you for your interest in the Joseph House Art Gallery Cooperative!

    As the name implies, our Gallery is owned and operated by the talented artists who
    exhibit there. We opened our doors in the year 2000 in order to provide a venue for
    regional artists. Since then the Gallery has exceeded expectations for growth and
    profitability and the future looks even brighter. While cooperative galleries are
    becoming more popular, the Joseph House Art Gallery is unique in this region. We
    have over 65 artists. Some live as far away as Birmingham, AL, and Suwannee, GA.
    Others live just down the street.

    We are proud to offer original artwork from some of the area’s most talented artists.
    The wide range of artwork varies in price and in style, giving the customer a broad
    choice of contemporary and traditional art. Our ever-changing displays keep the look
    of the Gallery fresh and exciting.
Join Us!     


    Applicants are requested to fill out an application and return it to the Membership
    Chairman of the Gallery along with (5) photographs/slides of their artwork. The
    photos/slides should be representative of the media in which they hope to display. If
    an artist works in multiple media, he/she should submit (5) photos/slides for each of
    the media that they are presenting. Each medium will be juried separately. It is
    possible that an artist may be approved for one media and wait-listed or declined in
    another.   Artists should include the asking price for each piece of work submitted for
    review.

    The jury process is performed by independent Art professionals who select work on
    artistic merit and quality of presentation. Recent jurors include experts from Auburn
    University, Chattahoochee Valley Community College and Columbus State
    University.

    Applicants should be notified by mail within 4-6 weeks of the juror’s decision.
About the Cooperative

    A cooperative is basically a democratic business process that actually works!  The
    key factor is getting the right people involved who will do their share.

    Our gallery is incorporated and is managed by an elected committee of members
    from the Gallery.

    Members are required to staff the Gallery for 4 hours each month, and to pool their
    talents to ensure that the business runs smoothly. The day-to-day business of the
    Gallery is handled by various committees from advertising to housekeeping. Active
    participation by members in one or more committees is essential for the continued
    success of the Gallery.
All we ask

    Membership in the Joseph House Art Gallery is a privilege and, as such, it comes
    with certain expectations and responsibilities. Members of the cooperative are
    required to:

           Staff the Gallery 4 hours per month.

            Attend bi-annual membership meetings.

            Participate in one or more committees.

            Keep dues and fees current.

            Present work in a professional manner.

            Participate in quarterly rotation, i.e. moving to new wall space.

            Refresh artwork periodically and maintain accurate inventory records.

            Replace sold items as soon as possible.

    Although not required, it is highly recommended that each artist bring in several new
    pieces at each rotation. It has been proven that our artists’ sales increase when they
    exhibit new artwork each quarter.
Benefits of Membership

    You are the gallery owner! An artist-owned gallery gives you a place to showplace
    your work. Seldom will you find a gallery that has artists helping and supporting
    other artists like the Joseph House Art Gallery. Members price their own work. Most
    of the art sold at the Joseph House Art Gallery falls within the $100-$700 price
    range. However, the Joseph House does sell art costing considerably more and
    significantly less.

    Our membership includes artists with established art careers, and others who had
    never before shown their work in a gallery setting. We do not insist on exclusive
    contracts with our artists, and we show a wide range of artistic mediums and styles.

    Belonging to the Joseph House Art Gallery gives you exposure to thousands of new
    potential customers looking to purchase your art. We offer expert public relations
    and marketing through various media outlets.

    The JHG has monthly featured-artist exhibitions as well as quarterly receptions and
    activities that generate wide public interest. In addition to local clientele, customers
    come from Montgomery, Atlanta and Birmingham - larger cities where galleries
    abound - yet they are intrigued by the charm of Columbus and welcomed by a
    gallery that is friendly, and not intimidating.

    The artists retain 90% of all money generated from the sale of their artwork. While
    most galleries take 40-50% commission; the JHG retains only 15% of each sale.

    As a community of artists, we offer support, education and creative inspiration!

    We look forward to having you join us!
    The Joseph House Art Gallery
    828 Broadway
    Columbus, Georgia 31901

    706.321.8948

    Gallery Hours: Tuesday through
    Friday 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
    Saturdays by appointment
    Closed Sundays and Mondays
e-mail the gallery  
to request additional information:
josephhouseartgallery@yahoo.com

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