Welcome to PVAA - We Bring Art to Life

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Welcome to PVAA - We Bring Art to Life *

We are an artist collective where members contribute to the preservation and growth of visual arts on our community by offering:

  • Rotating Art Exhibits

  • A Variety of Classes

  • Gallery SOHO Art Gallery and Shop

We Bring Art to Life

Important Dates at PVAA’s Gallery SOHO

July 25-31: Gallery SOHO closed for Artist Take-In and Maintenance

August 1: Art Walk in Claremont Village, Start at Gallery SOHO!

Tri-Annual Members’ Juried Show

Important Dates —

Submission Dates: August 1–16
Notification of Acceptance: August 18
Art Drop-Off: August 20
Reception: September 2, Claremont City Hall

Show Details This is a members-only juried exhibition hosted by the Pomona Valley Art Association. The Tri-Annual Show highlights the diverse talents of our community of artists and offers an excellent opportunity for exposure, peer recognition, and sales. Submissions will be juried; accepted artists must deliver work for display by the Art Drop-Off date.

Why Enter

  • Professional visibility: Exhibit at Claremont City Hall, a central and respected civic venue.

  • Curated recognition: Selection by a juror raises the profile of accepted work.

  • Community connections: Meet fellow members, collectors, and art supporters at the reception.

  • Sales opportunity: Visitors often purchase artworks directly from the show.

Important Notes

  • This show is open to current PVAA members only. New members are encouraged to join — membership details available through PVAA.

  • Observe submission guidelines and deadlines closely; late entries cannot be accepted.

  • Prepare artwork for drop-off according to framing, labeling, and safety requirements outlined by the association.

Join us—share your work, connect with fellow artists

Ontario Art Expo

Important Dates for Accepted Artists

  • Exhibition Dates: August 7 – October 18, 2026 

  • Submission Period: June 1 – July 12, 2026 

  • Artist Notifications: July 18 – 20, 2026 

  • Artwork Drop-Off: July 24, 25, and 26 | 1:00–3:00 PM 

  • Opening Reception: Sunday, August 9 | 2:00–4:00 PM 

  • Closing Reception: October 18 | 1:00–3:00 PM 

  • Artwork Pick-Up: 

    • October 18 | 3:00–4:00 PM 

    • October 23–25 | 12:00–4:00 PM

    Questions

    For additional information, please contact: 

  • Linda Garcia-Dahle — lincgd@gmail.com

  • Nancy Speaker — nspeaker1@gmail.com