Join Us UNCONVENTIONAL SURFACES

Members Only Exhibition- ECAA Gallery. Drop-off at gallery: October 24, 25th 11-2pm ( must be in person) This juried award exhibition- First Place $150 Second $75 and  Third $50

This special event invites. we invite you to create work made on anything but a traditional canvas! Submit your most unique pieces created on unconventional surfaces—from sculptural objects to wearable art, and anything in between.

All selected works must be priced at $250 or less, creating an accessible platform for collectors and art lovers to take home something truly unique. This is an opportunity to discover original works that bend the rules!

Submission Fee: $20 per artwork, $10 each additional piece

 Price Limit: $250 max per piece

 Submit up to 5 works (Max 3 accepted)

 All work must be ready to hang (wired) or display

Examples of unconventional surfaces

•  Round / oval / hexagonal / octagonal canvas/wood panel
•  Painted shoes, surfboards, skateboards
•  Vinyl records, mirrors, wood scraps
•  Sculptural or 3D objects
•  Driftwood, book covers, trays
•  Ceramic tiles, metal, lampshades, and more
• Important Dates: Drop off October 24 & 25 from 11 AM – 2PM

Show Dates: November 1-30. 2025
Reception Date: November 14th, 4 -7 pm
Location: 124 East Main Street, El Cajon CA 92020

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us via email. We’re here to help! ecaa@eastcountyart.org

!Submissions will be taken online and require a  $20 first entry / $10 per entry after. (Max 3 )

All artwork must be wired [NO sawtooth hangers will be accepted].

Late fees will apply if other arrangements are not made!