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The Spring Art Escape is a juried art tour that celebrates artists from the Chemainus, Ladysmith & District area. The tour dates are April 11 & 12, 2026 from 10 AM – 5 PM each day. Artists are required to apply for participation and will be contacted by the Outreach Committee on the results of their application after jurying.  Please read below the following rules and regulations for exhibitors. All participating artists must follow the guidelines listed herein.

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General Information

• All participants must be members of the Arts Council of Ladysmith and in good standing

• Participating artists must be available to the public during the entire tour 10 AM – 5 PM both days, April 11 & 12.

• Artists will be juried on the quality of work, studio accessibility, and layout of studio.

• Participants must be within the Chemainus, Ladysmith and District boundaries

• Participants must provide a safe environment for visitors including: clean and clear sidewalks, secure handrails, scent-free spaces and that any pets are securely put away during the tour. If possible, wheelchair accessible.

• Special consideration will be given to participants who will be providing demo’s during the event

• Participants must have a studio or workspace to exhibit in or may share studio space with other artists. The Arts Council of Ladysmith is not required to find space for artists, but will offer 3 small table spaces at $50 each at the Ladysmith Gallery - to apply see the application form below.

• There are limited space available to be a part of this tour and participation will be determined by jury committee, all artists will be juried, no exceptions.​

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Fees and Forms

• All fees and application requirements are set by the Board of Directors and reviewed annually.

• Tour fees must be paid within 5 days after receiving acceptance into the tour – unpaid fees can result in the participant being removed from the tour.  Square invoices will be sent for tour fee payment, please do not pay by e-transfer. 

• All participants juried in must have a current membership with the Arts Council of Ladysmith

https://artscouncilofladysmithanddistrict.wildapricot.org/page-18092   Groups must either make sure each individual has an ACLD membership or they must purchase a group membership ($125)

•  All applicants must complete a indemnification form. Please find the form here: Indemnification form

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Solo Artists or group up to maximum 3 people:    $150

Groups with 4 – 10 artists:    $175

Groups with over 10 artists:    $250

3 small tables spaces at Ladysmith Gallery for individual artists: $50 each​​

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• Submissions open November 10, 2025 - January 16 2026

• Cancellations after January 26, 2026 will receive no refund

• Cancellations before January 26, 2026 will only be refunded if participant has a medical or family emergency, and will minus a $25 administration fee

• The application form deadline is January 16, 2026

• Insurance: Participants are required to check the terms of their insurance policy to ensure coverage for the tour, failure to do so will result in the participating artist(s) being liable for any injuries etc. that visitors may sustain.  

• An indemnification form must be signed by January 26, 2026. Failure to complete the form by that date may result in the participant being removed from the tour.

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Advertising and Marketing

• All participating artists must submit the additional following information for advertising by January 30 , 2026. Please make sure all photos are high quality, with good lighting, free from clutter and distracting backgrounds, clear and not blurry. Please send in JPEG or PNG format only. Email media@ladysmitharts.ca

  • 3-5 photos of their work and/or studio space

  • Artist headshot

  • Short write up describing your work/studio - 2 short sentences for brochure

• The Arts Council of Ladysmith and District will provide advertising to local and tourism listings, posters, a color brochure with map, inclusion on our website (featuring all participants) as well as creating directional signage. 

• Each artist is required to promote their space. Artists will be required to hand out posters and brochures prior to the event and to share onto digital platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Email, Newsletters, and group pages on  social media. The outreach committee will be in touch to provide artists with information.

• Artists are required to pick up signage prior to the event to place around their location. Artists will also be required to sign out the signs, failure to return the signs after the event will be charged $50/per sign. 

• Participants agree to allow the ACLD, it’s volunteers, staff and representatives photograph the event and use these materials for ACLD promotional, marketing, archival or fundraising purposes.

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Important Dates

• Submissions open: November 10, 2025 - January 16, 2026

• Notifications of acceptance: January 20, 2026

• Indemnification Form Due: January 26, 2026

• Tour Participation Fee Due: January 25, 2026

• Additional marketing information Due: January 30, 2026

• Dates of Tour: April 11 & 12, 10 AM – 5 PM