"The purpose of the Association is to further artistic appreciation and endeavors in the field of Fine Art."
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Thousand Oaks Art Association Invites Artists to Apply for Membership
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The Thousand Oaks Art Association (TOAA) invites prospective members to submit their completed application consisting of three (3) high-quality digital images of work completed in the last two years, and high-quality digital images of five (5) additional examples of their work (labeled with title, medium, size, and date completed).
To reserve an in-person opportunity to present your portfolio on Saturday, March 21st at 10:45AM at the Studio of Carol Roullard located at 1329 East Thousand Oaks Blvd. Suite 210 Thousand Oaks, email your application no later than February 20, 2026 to Joan Sharron at jgsharron@gmail.com. You will then receive an email from Joan with instructions to upload your information and art images.
On Saturday, March 21st, Artists must bring a hard copy of their application, a $15 application fee (unless pre-paid), a portfolio as described in the application, and the three (3) original framed pieces of artwork completed in the last two years.
Please read the application carefully for additional requirement details.
​BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP:
The annual membership dues cover the Association's calendar year from
June 1 through May 31 and include:
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* Free entry to the annual Membership Show
* TOAA’s monthly newsletter
* Listing as a member on the association’s website
* Direct link to the Member Artist Gallery website
* Discounts on TOAA sponsored workshops
* Admission to monthly general meetings
* Lectures with guest speakers
* Demonstrations
* Opportunities to participate in special exhibitions
​* Field trips and social events
Becoming a Member
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INFORMATION FOR PROSPECTIVE MEMBERS:
A prospective member applies to join the Association by submitting
an application to present his/her work on designated viewing dates.
(dates to be announced).​
If accepted, the $15 application fee is applied
to the annual membership dues of $50
($145 if no activities)
Artist membership is both an honor
and a responsibility

New Member Jurying Process
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The criteria governing the decision of
the selection committee are:
• Consistency of the body of work
• Originality of concept
• Professional presentation
(portfolio, framing, matting)
• Integration of the elements of art
with the principles of design
• Technique and mastery of your medium

Exhibiting Only Member
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Active membership is required.
Each member is expected to participate in supporting the activities
and services the group undertakes.
If you are unable or unwilling to fulfill this requirement, you may elect to become an Exhibiting Only Member.
The annual membership for
Exhibiting Only Member is $145