
OPPORTUNITIES
to exhibit & perform


FAQs about our ministry to the community
WHAT IS THE THIRD CHAIR GALLERY?
Curated by Faith Arts, the Third Chair Gallery at Calvary Church (89 Scott St., St. Catharines, ON, Canada), offers free opportunities for Christian artists of all the arts (see inter-arts below), both local and beyond, to showcase their work.
ARE THERE CALLS TO ARTISTS?
Submit below for a solo show ANYTIME or visit "Our Exhibits" to find any upcoming GROUP shows calling for submissions.
WHAT IS THE SPACE LIKE?
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FACILITIES A 40'x 20' room with divider to close/open to suit the event; A small kitchenette, washrooms, free parking, accessible. Accommodates about 30-40 people
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EQUIPMENT Fluorescent and pot lights and a lit display cabinet. Available: stool, lectern, small screen with HDMI cable, power outlet for sound equipment
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HOURS Open Sunday mornings and by appointment
WHO WILL SEE MY WORK?
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FOOT TRAFFIC Viewed by over 300 visitors over each 3-4 month exhibit; Includes Sunday visitors and others who visit or rent the facility through the week
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FAITH ARTS MEMBERS & CHURCH STAFF
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YOUR PEOPLE AKA: Your family, friends and fans!
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS FOR ARTISTS?
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NO EXHIBIT OR ENTRY FEES All costs are covered by generous donations of appreciative participants, Calvary Church, and endless hours of volunteers who love supporting artists.
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OPPORTUNITY TO SHOWCASE YOUR WORK to a broad audience
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MEANINGFUL ENGAGEMENT in an intimate, welcoming environment




Inter-Arts Submissions*
FOR DISPLAY
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Show your original, printed, and digital artwork (no AI) and photography in the gallery
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Feature your poems with poetry posters
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We can print poster reproductions for display to save you the cost of deliver/shipping of originals
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Display your small sculpture, jewelry or books
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Length of display generally varies from 3-6 months
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We direct people to your website/store
FOR EVENTS Fridays or Saturdays often work to:
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Host a small drama, dance, or song performance
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Have an author/poet book signing
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Hold a coffee house with your guitar & friends
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Pitch any performance-based work!
