Holiday Art Market at The Studio Door

November 6 - December 23, 2025

Participation Details

Marketplace Dates: November 6 – December 23, 2025


Entry Deadline: October 15, 2025

The Studio Door is bringing back a beloved seasonal tradition and we want San Diego artists to be part of it! The Holiday Art Market is the perfect opportunity for local artists and makers to share small, affordable works with holiday patrons during the busiest shopping season of the year. This is a “marketplace” and NOT a “juried exhibition.”

Who Can Apply

This event is open to artists and makers of all levels. We welcome diverse works across all mediums and styles: painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and more. All artwork should be professionally presented and ready for display.

Artwork Guidelines

  • Entry Fee: $20

  • Commission: 60% to artist / 40% to gallery

  • Artworks: Submit 3–5 small works, preferably priced under $500 to keep the art accessible for holiday shoppers

    Paintings should be smaller than 20” x 16”. Mixed media works should be “gift size” or fit in a standard shopping bag.

  • Note: The Studio Door reserves the right to decline any artwork that does not meet gallery standards or guidelines.

Key Dates for Artists

  • Artwork Drop-Off: Saturday, Nov 1 • 11 AM–3 PM

    Artists are encouraged to promote and attend special events:

  • Opening Reception: Saturday, Nov 8 • 6–9 PM (with Sexy Santa Meet & Greet)

  • Small Business Saturday: Saturday, Nov 29 • 1–4 PM (with Cookie Exchange; artists encouraged to participate)

  • Last-Minute Shoppers Event: Saturday, Dec 13 • 1–4 PM (with Santa’s Workshop Art Play & Demos; submit your ideas)

Marketplace Hours

The Holiday Art Market will be open to the public:

  • Tuesday through Saturday: 11 AM – 6 PM

  • Early Holiday Closure: November 26

  • Closed for Thanksgiving: November 27

  • Additional hours may be added at the desecration of the gallery.

How to Apply in 3 Easy Steps

  1. Pay the $20 entry fee via Venmo or Zelle:

    • Venmo: patric@thestudiodoor.com

    • Zelle: 619-994-2263

  2. Email your application to patric@thestudiodoor.com including:

    • 3–5 artwork images

    • Title, medium, size, and price for each piece

    • Your contact information

  3. Prepare for drop-off on Saturday, Nov 1

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