Insomnia Gallery hosts monthly themed group art showcases. These are gallery style presentations with framed artwork and canvases hung on the wall for guest viewing and buying. We take care of all that work for you so that you can just come and enjoy the show!
Artists interested in joining a gallery show should read ALL of the information below and shoot us an email with the name of the show they’re applying for/interested in the subject. Note that we will only reply to emails who have a status of “CALL IS NOW OPEN.” Here is our current 2025 planned schedule:
APRIL - MARVEL vs. DC (4/11) First ever comic book showcase- works can include characters/references to DC, Marvel or both! CALL IS NOW CLOSED
MAY - BLACK LIGHT SHOW (5/09) One of our most anticipated yearly showcases- all work must be black light reactive- other than that there is no theme! CALL IS NOW OPEN
JUNE - SCREWSTON (6/13) A tribute to Houston culture- think lean, DJ Screw, Mattress Mac, think Montrose and the Heights, etc etc If you do a skyline it needs attitude! If you do BE SOMEONE it needs style! We want this one to go hard! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
JULY - SUMMER SLASHERS (7/11) Another HUGE annual art showcase- this one is a tribute to ALL genres of horror! The fans are absolutely rabid for this one! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
AUG - LISA FRANK: WORLD OF COLOR (8/08) Our third ever tribute to this nostalgic and iconic brand- all work must be SUPER COLORFUL! It doesn’t need to replicate the style so long as it brings the same colorful feel! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
SEP - GONE TOO SOON/DEAD ICONS (9/12) Still working on a title, this show will be a tribute to actors, musicians, etc who have passed. David Bowie, Prince, Amy Winehouse, Kurt Cobain, Heath Ledger, Robin Williams, Marilyn Monroe, James Dean…. you get the idea! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
OCT - MONSTER SHOW (10/10) After last year’s successful return, we’re looking forward to celebrating the 15th (FIFTEENTH!) ever Monster Show! We’re looking for your original monsters! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
NOV - VIDEO GAME ART SHOW (11/07) After a couple of years off, our video game art show returns! From old school classics like Mario or Sonic, newer series like Halo or Bioshock, super new stuff like Fortnite or Among Us or super old stuff like Pong or Asteroids! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
DEC - CHEAP DATE (12/12) Our December tradition continues as artists offer up $25 art pieces to a super excited crowd in a show that is one part art show and one part carnival! Truly an awesome way to end the year! CALL IS NOT YET OPEN
ARTIST RESOURCES
FRAMING ARTWORK AND FIRST TIME ARTIST FAQ
If you’ve been accepted into one of our gallery showcases for the first time, this is a great resource on framing and other questions you are likely to have! CHECK IT OUT HERE
MERCHANDISE GUIDE
If you are submitting merchandise for the consignment area of our showcase events, please check out this guide which includes information on pricing, packaging, display and more! CHECK IT OUT HERE
DROP OFF FORM
Please use link to download and print only. DO NOT EDIT THE DOCUMENT! If you do not have a printer, a handwritten version is totally cool so long as it contains the same information!
Interested in joining a show? Are you an artist looking for a store to sell your work at? Show us what you got! Insomnia is always looking for fresh and talented artists to showcase their work or sell their prints, stickers, shirts and other merchandise. If you would like to join a show, consign your artwork, or are interested in wholesaling, send us an email!
Fill out the form below! Click the SIGN UP box if you wish to be added to our ART CALL email list!
Gallery Artists- MAKE SURE TO INCLUDE THE NAME OF THE SHOW YOU’RE APPLYING FOR IN THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL!
For those applying to a specific show, make sure to visit the EVENTS page to find out more details and requirements! It’s helpful to include a username or link to your instagram profile or similar page!
Consignment Artists- Send us a link to your Etsy, online store, or upload any images of your merchandise you have available and we'll tell you what would work in the store! Items we currently accept include prints (up to 11x17), pins, stickers, sticker packs, patches, zines, shirts, and small framed artwork (up to 9x12). We will then give you more information on consignment with Insomnia including commission percentages and payout procedures.