Art Rental and Sales Program; Call to Artists
Emerging, mid-career, and established artists apply for the new Art Rentals and Sales Program. This program is created for businesses, staging companies, corporations, etc. to rent original works of art.
How It Works
Artworks accepted into the 2026 Art Rentals and Sales (ARS) Program will be available for rent or purchase through both our online gallery and in-person exhibitions.
Works will be featured in a rotating 12-week exhibition at the Arts Council's Civic Gallery at Township of Langley Civic Facility on the 4th Floor (Mayor's Gallery). When not on display or rented, artworks will be stored by the Langley Arts Council in our Main Office location and remain visible in our online catalogue for rent or purchase. All pieces are contracted to the program for a minimum one calendar year, with artists invited to reapply for the 2027 ARS catalogue.
Submission Deadline: Monday, September 29th, 2025
Notification Date: Wednesday, October 29th, 2025
Jurying Process
All works are adjudicated using the Arts Council's Jurying Process, click the link below for details.
Artist Eligibility
- Artists must be over the age of 18+ and be based in BC, Canada.
- Emerging, mid-career, and established visual artists to apply.
- Artists that are not currently members of the Langley Arts Council will be required to become a member of the Arts Council at the time of acceptance, and remain a member throughout the program. Prior membership does not influence the jury.
- Applications must be submitted directly by the artist; the Arts Council will not consider applications submitted on behalf of artist representatives, collectors, or galleries.
2D Artwork Eligibility
- Preparation: Artwork must be appropriately prepared for immediate hanging using d-hooks and wire.
- Framing: Artwork must be framed or stretched with finished sides
- Durability: Artwork construction and framing must be durable for transport and storage (no fragile surfaces or high reliefs)
- Weight: must weigh under 20 pounds
- Size: Artwork must be minimum size 8" x 10" and cannot exceed 40" x 60" when framed
- Production: Artworks must have been completed within the last 7 years.
- Price: Artworks must have a retail price equal to or exceeding $1,000 CAD.
- Authenticity: Artworks must follow the Arts Council's definition of an 'Original Artwork':
Original artwork is created at the hand of the artist who is submitting the work. The creation process must be the effort of a single individual to convey their interpretation of an image or multiple images. Submitting artists are allowed to use reference photos to inspire their work, but artists must use their design and composition for the final artwork to be considered original.
If you are submitting a photo medium please ensure the main focal point of the image was taken by the artist and is not a stock image. We do allow stock images to be used in submitted artworks however it must not make up more than 30% of the entire finished artwork.
Insurance
The Langley Arts Council insurance policy does not provide coverage for exhibiting artists. Rental Clients must hold insurance.
High Quality Artwork Images
Since works are available for rent online, it is imperative to have good-quality images. We've provided two resources for artists on how to successfully photograph their artwork.
"How to Photograph a Painting, Step by Step" by Artists Network Staff
https://www.artistsnetwork.com/art-mediums/oil-painting/how-to-photograph-a-painting-step-by-step/
"How to Document Your Artwork with Jannette Maedel" by the Surrey Art Gallery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOAAmoZp_kg&feature=youtu.be
Right to Refuse an Artwork
The Langley Arts Council reserves the right to refuse any piece. Work not properly prepared and or submitted may not be exhibited (consult with the Gallery Coordinator regarding any questions before submission).
Additional Questions contact Mini at galleries@langleyarts.ca
Fill out the Application form and hit the blue 'Submit' button.
Please take a screenshot of your application for your records, as the application will not be available to review once submitted.