All About TAG Gallery Memberships and Artist Representation for 2026

The Artists Gallery annually welcomes qualified artists to its community. Member artists gain access to TAG’s dynamic exhibition spaces, community programing, marketing materials and networking events. Located in the heart of Los Angeles, TAG is different. We are a gallery founded and funded by member artists, for artists. This model allows us to offer unique benefits to artists, including solo gallery exhibitions, numerous group shows, art community engagement, advertising, artist promotion, and the ability to experiment and display new works in a beautiful, creative space.

To apply for consideration as a TAG Member, please fill out the application form on the website and select the Membership Plan you feel fits your artistic needs. Current Members will receive separate communication and will have first right of refusal on solo opening positions in the coming year. If you are selected to be a TAG Member it is important to sign up early to reserve your solo show space and time. Each membership is subject to a $500 non-refundable commitment / set-up fee upon acceptance.

We look forward to your application. If you have questions or would like more information, please feel free to contact TAG. Please note that fees for each Membership Plan are subject to change.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Memberships with Voting Privilege

Full Solo TAG Member

Maximum 40 Members

Entitled to one (1) solo gallery show/year

This is the traditional TAG Membership. It is the most comprehensive membership offering full rights to one solo show in any gallery reserved by the Member, entry to all group shows, TAG online shows, and curated shows. You will be a full, participating member of the TAG art community with all voting Member rights and all TAG benefits (see more details below). All Member representation by TAG Gallery, will include artist’s work on the TAG online inventory, a presence on the TAG website, participation in events, workshops, speaker events and promotion and marketing by TAG for all Members during shows. A full membership also provides the opportunity to curate an exhibition (TAG Curates) upon approval from the Board. Fee: $3450 + 35% gallery commission on all sales, 15 hours volunteering or $250 opt-out for the year. $500 non-refundable deposit due on Sept. 15, 2025, for returning Members. Note: $500 is due Upon Acceptance for New Members. Schedule of payments: $245 Billed Monthly for one year via auto-payment starting Dec. 1, 2025.

Atelier Member / Half-Solo Show

Maximum 20 Members

Entitled to one (1) show in South East Gallery, or South West Gallery, or one half of East Gallery

This level is designed for those Members who desire a “half solo” show, or who wish to team up with another artist to split a gallery space. This membership offers full stakeholder rights, and all other full member benefits, including all group shows. Fee: $2200 per member + 35% gallery commission on all sales. 15 hours volunteering or $250 opt-out for the year. $500 non-refundable deposit due Sept. 15, 2025, for returning members. Note: $500 is due Upon Acceptance for New Members. Schedule of payments: $142 Billed Monthly for one year via auto-payment starting Dec. 1, 2025.

Sculpture Member

Maximum 5 Members

Entitled to one (1) solo show on the floor space only, in the North Gallery (or other galleries based on the artist’s request)

This Membership is designed specifically for sculpture and three-dimensional visual artists. This level offers premium floor space in the large North Gallery (primarily), from the front window to the East Gallery. Each Sculpture Member must be coordinated with Board or Committee approval to secure space and create visual harmony with the artist who is exhibiting wall-art in the same gallery. Sculpture membership includes participation in four (4) group shows. Includes full-voting Member benefits. Fee: $1850 + 35% gallery commission on all sales. 15 hours volunteering or $250 opt-out for the year. $500 non-refundable deposit due Sept. 15, 2025, for returning members. Note: $500 is due Upon Acceptance for New Members. Schedule of payments: $113 Billed Monthly for one year via auto-payment starting Dec. 1, 2025.

Lazarus Gallery Member

Maximum 12 Members

Entitled to one (1) solo show in the 2nd floor Lazarus Gallery.

For this membership, the Lazarus Gallery is ideal for a close-up showcase of small to medium art work. This venue offers a “private showroom” experience with slightly less wall space than a half-solo Membership. This membership offers full stakeholder rights, and all other full member benefits, including all group shows. Fee: $1750 + 35% gallery commission on all sales. 15 hours volunteering or $250 opt-out for the year. $500 non-refundable deposit due Sept. 15, 2025, for returning members. Note: $500 is due Upon Acceptance for New Members. Schedule of payments: $105 Billed Monthly for one year via auto-payment starting Dec. 1, 2025.

Associate Member

Maximum 30 Members

Entitled to show one (1) art work in each TAG group show

This is often an ideal starting point for artists building a body of work. This level gets a qualified artist engaged in the TAG community and gets them involved in a minimum of ten group shows, all TAG only online shows, and other events of the gallery. Associate Members have all other full member benefits, including ability to step-up into solo show at full member fee, should space become available. Fee may be prorated for late year acceptance. Fee: $1200 + 35% commission on all sales. More Membership Levels. 15 hours volunteering or $350 opt-out for the year. $500 non-refundable deposit due Sept. 15, 2025, for returning members. Note: $500 is due Upon Acceptance for New Members. Schedule of payments: $59 Billed Monthly for one year via auto-payment starting Dec. 1, 2025.

Honorary Member

Selected by Board of Directors

Board may nominate any existing or past TAG Member as an Honorary Member. This is a voting membership and receives all full TAG Member benefits. Fee: TBD + 35% commission on all sales.

Other Membership Levels - Non-Voting

Long Distance Member

200+ miles from LA

Maximum 20 Members

This membership is designed for artists outside the Los Angeles area who would like representation. Long Distance Members are non-voting members. These Members can participate in any four (4) group shows, TAG online shows, will be part of the TAG art community, will have gallery representation, and other membership benefits outlined in Membership Kit. These members can choose to step-up their participation should solo show spots available. All shipping, packaging and return shipments are the artist’s response and expense. Staff will assist with pick-up from nearby UPS store, repackaging, minimal show storage, and prepaid returns. Board or designated Committees will determine availabilities. Fee: $900 + 35% commission on all sales. Volunteer hours are not required.

Association/Group Membership

Maximum 5 Associations/Group Memberships

TAG offers allied art industry associations and groups a special Association/Group Membership that allows them to select qualified artists from within their associations/groups to exhibit and be part of the TAG artist community. This is a non-voting membership and requires Board approval and specific approved programs allowing association membership. Approved association/group programs and all artists will be reviewed and agreed upon prior to membership approval. Approved programs may include a group shows, and/or special gallery events. Fee: $4100 per Association + 35% commission on all sales. Volunteer hours are not required.

Junior Member (Qualified/Promising Beginners)

Maximum 4 Members

This is designed for artists at the beginning of their careers (ages 18-25) and are discovered and mentored by TAG Member artists. Each Junior Member will be approved by the Board or designated Committee members. A separate program for these gifted artists may be developed separately. Junior Members can participate in two (2) group shows, plus online show entries. These are non-voting memberships. They include gallery representation and other benefits that will promote and assist in these Members’ professional artistic growth. If deemed suitable, Members and donors can step-up Junior Members by funding solo/half solo shows. Fee: $300 per Junior Member + 35% commission on all sales. Volunteer hours are not required.

Additional Membership Information

1.) New Member acceptance will stop for the year once all membership positions are filled or until the Board decides to stop new Membership activity.

2.) Upon acceptance, all Members will receive a web profile, access to the Members Area, and a TAG account Artwork Archive upload link.

3.) Members who are entitled to a solo gallery show will never have their fees pro-rated, no matter when they join. Associate members who join mid-year may have their fees pro-rated to reflect the lost opportunity to be included in all the group shows.

4.) Members at all levels may be offered an opportunity to step-up to a solo show if there is an opening but must pay the difference to match full membership fee for that category of show.

5.) All Members must pay in a timely manner or lose Member rights, representation and exhibition.

6.) Deposits are non-refundable, and are a significant part of the membership fee structure.

7.) All Member representation by TAG Gallery, will include:

a.  Artist’s art work images on the TAG online inventory

b.  Profile, News and Blog content on the TAG website

c.  Participation in the Show / Exhibition based on Membership Plan selected

d.  Promotion and marketing by TAG for all Members during shows across TAG social channels

8.) All Current and approved prospective Members will receive a Letter of Agreement to docusign and return to TAG Gallery. Upon final approval and scheduling by a President, Board or designated Committee, Prospective Members are required to submit their non-refundable deposits due Sept 1, 2025 (for existing Members) and for new members paid upon acceptance.

9.) Member curated shows, and special requests, are sometimes available and must be presented to and approved by the Board.

10.) Additional Membership information, including exhibition policies, show opportunities and other details will be provided in the Members Area of the website.

11.) All works having been displayed at the gallery shall remain available on the website and are subject to commission for 90 days from start of gallery showing. All other art work public on the website is subject to commission until the Title is removed from the TAG Gallery website at the artists’ request.

12.) Each member with full rights shall serve on a committee and fulfill other volunteer requirements as stated in the bylaws, at least 15 hours: including assisting the staff, and helping with artists’ receptions outside of your exhibition time. Non-fulfillment of volunteer hours subject the artist to a fee up to $250. The gallery’s staff is part-time, and depends on TAG Member volunteers for maintenance and security.

13.) All Members must review (TAG) The Artist Gallery bylaws prior to accepting membership. It is understood by signing this agreement the existing or new member has agreed to this contract and to the bylaws of the gallery.

14.) All Members must supply a signed and addressed W-9 before they receive any payouts for sales. Business names must be linked to your Membership name.

If you have questions about these Membership Plans or would like to know more about TAG, The Artists Gallery, please contact us directly and visit us during business hours, Wednesday through Sunday, 1- 7 pm, and attend TAG events.

For more information, you can reach TAG Gallery:

5458 Wilshire Gallery, Los Angeles, California 90036

Phone: 323-297-3061

Email: gallery@taggallery.net