Full Moon Gallery – Magic Valley Arts Council

Located on the Second Floor of the Twin Falls Center for the Arts, the Full Moon Gallery of Fine Art & Contemporary Craft displays rotating themed exhibitions featuring local artists whose works include ceramics, encaustic, jewelry, mixed media, painting, drawing, photography, woodwork, glass, digital, fiber, sculpture, and more.

The Full Moon Gallery is a local open gallery with four to five themed exhibitions per year. When applications open for a particular show, we will send out a formal call for artists to submit work. The best way to stay in the loop for new gallery show opportunities is by joining us as a member! Please click here for more information.

Applications are open now for our annual summer member celebration show ‘Magic Moments’. Renew or sign up for a membership with MVAC for an exclusive opportunity to showcase your work in this show!

Events at the gallery

CURRENT EXHIBITs:
Ode to a Sandwich & Color Explosion

Color is bursting off the walls in these exhibits!

Discover two exciting exhibitions that revel in the joy of everyday life and the power of color. Ode to a Sandwich playfully honors the charm of the mundane, transforming the ordinary into art with humor and heart. Meanwhile, Color Explosion bursts with vibrant, dynamic works that embrace bold hues and expressive energy.

With over 150 works by 45+ talented artists and artisans, plan to spend an hour or so exploring these captivating collections, displayed both upstairs and downstairs at the Magic Valley Arts Council.

Featured guest artists:

Lorie Abraham, Kevin Brown, Jessica Clipson, Vicki Curl, Susan Elle, Terri Evans, Mary Jo Frazier, John Friedman, Mary Gardiner, Julie Georgiades, Heather Guthrie, Greg Hansen, Rick Kuhn, Jude Metzler, Flint Miller, Shannon Rios, Paula Sinclair, Jane Slickers, Natalie Smith, Laura stewart, Judi Thietten, Trista Van Winkle, Jennifer Williams, Kynzi Williamson, Mike Youngman, Derek Norsworthy, & Veronica Busch.

Contemporary Craft & Literary works by:

Richard Aldama, Jane Bennett Munro, Rebecca Bischoff, Paula Brown Sinclair, Pegan Cook, Carla Crane Osborne, Kylie Crawform, Jerry Dodds, Alannah Dyer, Travis Gadsby, Julie Georgiades, Alex Hartwig, Donnalyn Kirchener, Autumn Knoepfel, Steven Mink, Connie Pepper, Don Pica, Lori Rieth, Bob Sojka, Laura Stewart, & Bev Stone

Upcoming Exhibit:

Applications are open now for our annual member celebration show
magic moments!
Application Window April 7 - june 2 | Show dates are july 11 - august 22

You’re invited to apply to Magic Moments, an open, non-themed exhibition celebrating the many talents of our members!

This show is exclusively for current Magic Valley Arts Council members and offers an opportunity to showcase the diversity of artistic expression within our community. As a special thank you to our members, we are waiving the installation fee for this exhibit!

Whether your work captures quiet beauty, bold statements, or anything in between, Magic Moments is a chance to share it with others. Join us in making this exhibition a memorable collection of unique perspectives and creative voices.

Application Information:

Application Window: April 7 – June 2
All 2D and 3D artists are encouraged to apply.
Each application may include up to 10 works, and you may apply up to 3 times for a total of 30 works submitted to the exhibit.
Works are reviewed by a Jury Committee, and all artists selected will be notified in writing on or before June 27.

Important Dates:

Show Dates – July 11 – August 22, 2025
Applications Open – April 7 – June 2, 2025
Artist Acceptance Notification – on or before June 27
Installation Fees due – WAIVED for current MVAC Members
Artwork Delivery – July 8, 2025 from 11am – 5pm
Public Open House / Artist Reception – July 11, 2025 from 5-7pm

Fees:

Application: $20 per 10 works submitted. You may apply up to 3 times per exhibition, for a total of 30 works submitted per show.
Installation: WAIVED for current MVAC Members! Click here to become a member.
25% MVAC Commission on any works sold during the show.

All artwork will need to installation ready – framed (if applicable) with a suitable hanger on the back, gallery wrapped canvas with finished edge, etc. MVAC and all employees does not assume any liability for lost, stolen, or damaged artwork while on display. All artists are strongly recommended to carry liability insurance.

full moon gallery 2025 shows

Plan to participate in these upcoming gallery shows! Hover over each option for show details.

Sagebrush & Lariats: The Western Spirit

Applications Open: October 18 - December 2
Exhibit Dates: January 10 - March 7
Open to: All Artists
Artists are invited to submit work for Sagebrush & Lariats: The Western Spirit, an exhibition celebrating the rugged beauty and legacy of the American West. We seek pieces that evoke the vast landscapes, cowboy culture, and pioneer spirit that define this iconic region. All mediums welcome.

Magic Moments

Applications Open: April 7 - June 2
Exhibit Dates: July 11 - August 22
Open to: MVAC Members
Current Magic Valley Arts Council members are invited to apply to Magic Moments, a non-themed exhibition celebrating the diverse talents of our community. Share your unique artistic voice and join us in making this show a vibrant collection of creative expressions! As a special thank you to our members, the installation fees are waived for this showing.

the art of the gift

Applications Open: August 19 - October 13
Exhibit Dates: November 7 - January 2, 2026
Open to: All Artists
You’re invited to apply to Art of the Gift, the Full Moon Gallery’s annual holiday show celebrating the spirit of giving! This festive exhibition invites artists to submit works that are gift-friendly in size and spirit, perfect for holiday shoppers seeking unique and meaningful presents. Join us in making this season’s show a memorable display of art, joy, and creativity!

Ode to a Sandwich & color explosion

Applications Open: December 3 - February 3
Exhibit Dates: March 14 - May 10
Open to:All Artists
Prepare your submissions for our dual shows, Ode to a Sandwich and Color Explosion! Ode to a Sandwich celebrates humor and everyday quirks in art. Bring us work that embraces fun and irony with a playful touch. Color Explosion is a vibrant tribute to color’s power and emotion. We’re seeking bold, color-driven pieces that captivate and energize. If your art speaks to humor or the brilliance of color, we’d love to see it!

Self Portrait As...

Applications Open: June 10 - August 4
Exhibit Dates: September 12 - October 31
Open to: All Artists
You're invited to apply to Self Portrait As..., a themed exhibition that asks, "If I were something else, what would I be?" This show encourages artists to express the mosaic of experiences, places, and things that make up who they are—whether as a plant, object, landscape, or something entirely unique. Explore and share your identity through creative interpretation in this one-of-a-kind exhibition!

FULL MOON GALLERY APPLICATION

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Magic Moments: July 11 - August 22

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