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In celebration of Earth Day week, Gualala Arts presents Blue Marble 2026, an environmental art exhibition organized by Bia Gayotto and David “Sus” Susalla. The show opens April 10 and runs through May 3 on the Gualala Arts Grounds, inviting visitors to reflect on the beauty and fragility of our planet through the lens of contemporary art.
The exhibition takes its name from the iconic 1972 photograph captured by the Apollo 17 spacecraft—a full view of Earth from space that resembled a shimmering blue marble. This image, the first of its kind, became a symbol of unity and environmental awareness, helping to spark the first Earth Day celebrations in the 1970s.
Now, more than five decades later, Earth Day continues to inspire over a billion people worldwide to take action in support of environmental protection. As Earth Day turns 56 in 2026, Blue Marble offers a timely opportunity to reflect on our collective impact and the urgent need for stewardship.
Artists working in a 3D medium are invited to submit works that explore themes of climate change, ecology, and environmental justice. The exhibition will create a dynamic, multidisciplinary celebration of Earth and its future.
The deadline for submissions is February 25.
Photo credit Bia Gayotto
Find Entry Information Here
Gualala Arts Global Harmony Series Presents:
Blue Marble Sculpture Garden Exhibition
April 10 through May 3, 2026
Dates to Remember
– Entry Deadline: February 25, 2026
– Deliver Artwork: April 7-9 noon – 3 pm
– Public Reception: Fri, April 10, 4-6 pm
– Pick-up Artwork: May 4, noon-3pm
(may be invited to extend installation through 2027)
Exhibit Curator: Bia Gayotto
ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS
Registration fee:
- $25 per entry
- One entry allowed per artist.
- Registration fee waived for artists under 18, contact Kendra at KendraGualalaArts@Gmail.com
Find of PDF of Entry Form Here
For this exhibit, artists are encouraged to use weatherproof materials.
- The work submitted must be original to the artist, should be no more than five years old, and cannot have been previously exhibited at Gualala Arts.
- Gualala Arts will retain 30% commission on all sales of entries (and multiples) made during the exhibit. It is Gualala Arts policy to request the artist to submit to Gualala Arts 10% of any future sales generated as a result of the Blue Marble Exhibit within the next 2 year (honor system)
- For this exhibit artwork must be suitable for outdoor space and be able to stand up to various weather conditions.
- Gualala Arts is not liable for loss of, or damage to, any artwork or installation, at any point in the process.
- Gualala Arts does not carry insurance for artwork. Exhibitors should insure their artwork if they deem it necessary. Gualala Arts MAY require insurance for fragile work or work valued over $5,000.
- Accepted art works must be installed and ready for viewing at Gualala Arts Center 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, CA 95445 by April 9th 3pm (no exceptions.)
- Artist must agree to have their art used for show publicity.
- Either sign up online here or write (non-refundable) application checks payable to Gualala Arts and send to Gualala Arts Center, C/O Blue Marble, PO Box 244, Gualala, CA, 95445.
- An “Artist Statement”, “Short Bio” and a photograph of your artwork is required. Please submit it with your Entry Form or bring with art upon delivery to Gualala Arts. This info will be included on the Gualala Arts website, and on the exhibit display.
- Current Gualala Arts membership is required to enter this exhibit. Scholarships are available for low-income artists, contact Kendra Stillman at KendraGualalaArts@gmail.com for more information.
- For questions about the exhibit please contact: biagayotto@gmail.com