named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Artistic Programs & Events
Hosts poetry readings, lectures, and panel discussions to foster community dialogue and support among artists.
Invitational Exhibitions
Opportunity for individual or group artists to apply for curated exhibition space in July and August; selected by gallery members on a rolling basis.
Juried Exhibitions
Annual summer and winter exhibitions where selected artists are chosen by a guest juror from open submissions; includes catalog production and public reception.
Member Solo Exhibitions
Ongoing schedule of one-person exhibitions featuring work by gallery members, highlighting diverse approaches within contemporary painting, sculpture, and printmaking.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 4 activities
- Annual MFA thesis exhibitions in partnership with WCSUHosts an annual exhibition showcasing Master of Fine Arts thesis works in collaboration with Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), most recently held from June 16 to July 3, 2026.
- Invitational and special exhibitionsOrganizes annual invitational exhibitions, including the small works invitational and summer group shows, and participates in international exchange and pop-up exhibitions such as at the World Fine Art event.
- Juried art exhibitionsOrganizes annual summer and winter juried exhibitions in New York City, open to emerging, mid-career, and established artists, with documented exhibitions running from 2023 to 2026. Each exhibition includes a juror, public reception, and illustrated catalogue.
- Solo and group exhibitions for member and guest artistsHosts a rotating schedule of solo and group exhibitions at its Chelsea gallery space, including annual solo exhibitions for member artists on a three- to three-and-a-half-year cycle and special exhibitions for guest artists. Exhibitions feature paintings, drawings, watercolors, and mixed media works, with documented shows from 2023 through 2026.
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Literary Events & Workshops 1 activity
- Public programming and artist talksHosts public poetry readings, lectures, panels, artist talks, and public conversations related to current exhibitions, including a July 9, 2025 event on "Near and Dear" and regular programming tied to gallery events.
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Regional Arts Advocacy & Promotion 1 activity
- Support and promotion for artist exhibitionsProvides logistical, promotional, and installation support to member artists organizing their own exhibitions, including social media outreach, event listings, email campaigns, and publicity coordination.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$105K
Contributions & grants$2K2%
Program service revenue$36K34%
Investment income$20%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$95K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
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balance sheet
Total assets$130K
Cash—
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Net assets$129K
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -2.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 1
- MARCIA CLARK — Director
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Artsy Partner — Listings provided for exhibitions and events.
- Blue Mt Gallery Network — Member of a cooperative network of artists managing the gallery collectively.
- Chelsea Art Map Partner — Listings provided for exhibitions and events.
- Douglas Anderson Partner — Featured artist in a solo exhibition and conversation at Blue Mountain Gallery.
- Douglas Anderson Partner — Featured artist whose work was exhibited at Blue Mountain Inc's gallery space.
- Douglas Anderson Partner — Hosted the artist's sixth solo exhibition.
- Elizabeth Bisbing Partner — Featured artist in an interview about her exhibition "Near and Dear."
- Elizabeth Bisbing Partner — Featured artist in the exhibition "Near and Dear" at Blue Mountain Gallery.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to promote exhibitions and outreach.
- Galerie Mani Partner — Participates in exchange exhibitions with Galerie Mani in Berlin.
- Instagram Partner — Uses Instagram to promote exhibitions and outreach.
- Nancy Sandler Bass Partner — Co-conversationalist in an artist interview during the exhibition.
- Nancy Sandler Bass Partner — Co-conversationalist in an interview with artist Elizabeth Bisbing.
- Nancy Sandler Bass Partner — Participated in a public conversation with artist Douglas Anderson at Blue Mountain Gallery.
- Pamela Tucker Partner — Co-conversationalist in an artist interview during the exhibition.
- Pamela Tucker Partner — Co-conversationalist in an interview with artist Elizabeth Bisbing.
- Pamela Tucker Partner — Participated in a public conversation with artist Douglas Anderson at Blue Mountain Gallery.
- Randy Williams Partner — Juror for the summer 2026 exhibition.
- WCSU Partner — Collaborated on hosting the 2026 MFA Thesis Exhibition.
- Western Connecticut State University Partner — Partners with WCSU to host an annual MFA thesis exhibition.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Artist-Run Cooperative Modelmethodology: artist_cooperativeBy operating as an artist-member-run cooperative with shared governance, the organization fosters creative autonomy and collective responsibility because direct artist control over programming and management strengthens ownership, accountability, and community-driven artistic evolution.
- Intuition-Based Artistic Practicemethodology: intuition-based artistic practiceBy centering intuition, drawing, and emergent process in artistic creation, the organization supports authentic and exploratory art-making because non-technical, internal-driven methods foster deeper symbolic expression and sustained creative development.
- Juried Selection with Guest Curationmethodology: juried_selectionBy using a competitive juried selection process led by guest jurors, the organization ensures quality, diversity, and fresh curatorial perspectives in its exhibitions because external expertise and structured evaluation elevate artistic standards and broaden representation.
- Manual and Non-Delegated Artistic Processmethodology: manual_artistic_processBy emphasizing a hands-on, manual creative process, the organization upholds artistic integrity because direct physical engagement with materials ensures authenticity and resists the commodification or industrialization of art-making.
- Peer-Supported Artist Communitymethodology: artist-centered communityBy fostering a peer-supported community that values visual and verbal exchange, the organization enhances artistic growth and belonging because mutual critique and shared experience deepen practice and sustain long-term engagement.