SHOWS & EXHIBITIONS
Central Ontario Art Association offers two juried Shows per year: “Crossection” & “Perceptions” and one non-juried Member Exhibition (renamed): “Resonance”.
In collaboration with the Castle Kilbride Belvedere Gallery, COAA is pleased to issue this call to its members.
Call to Entry for Annual Juried Show
Crossection
July 19 to August 27, 2025
Location: Castle Kilbride Belvedere Gallery / Wilmot Community Room
60 Snyder’s Rd. W. Baden, ON, N3A 1A1 Google Map
Gallery hours: Wednesday to Sunday: 10 am to 3 pm
ENTRY FORM
Please download the Crosssection 2025 Entry Form for more information.

Juror: Valerie Kent

I am a working artist, and I have been painting, exhibiting and selling my artwork in art galleries around the world and teaching art for over 50 years. I have a passion for creating unique artworks and for painting en plein air. I love to pass on my joy in creating artwork… Visit: www.valeriekent.com
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Deadline: Friday, June 27, 2025. Midnight
Entry Fees: $25 for one piece, $35 for two pieces, $45 for three pieces
Non-refundable. Maximum 3 pieces
In collaboration with The Link
Resonance Members Show
March 6 – May 29, 2025
The Link at Innovation Park
609-619 Kumpf Drive
Waterloo, ON N2V 1K8
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Gallery hours: Monday to Friday: 9 am – 3 pm

The Link is an amenities centre for businesses and their employees in the surrounding Waterloo Innovation Park. It provides a space for tenants to collaborate as well as a professional gallery showcasing local artists.
Terms and conditions may vary by exhibition and members must be in good standing to participate.
Visit our past shows and exhibitions page to view some select recent venues.
Throughout the year there are numerous workshops, paint-outs, galleries, and exhibits throughout central Ontario. Some of our events include:
Workshops & Retreats and the Annual Workshop Weekend.