Central Campus Gallery

The San Jacinto College Central Campus Art Gallery contributes to our dynamic campus culture. We believe that art inspires reflection and growth within our students, faculty, and community. We host exhibitions, artists talks, performances, and more. Explore the Gallery and see what you can discover.

Admission

Admission to the Central Campus Art Gallery is free.

Gallery Guidelines

Accessibility

Admission to the Central Campus Art Gallery is free.

For your safety and to help preserve the artwork, we have a few guidelines we ask that you follow:

Please stand at a safe distance from paintings, sculptures, and pedestals.
There is no eating or drinking allowed in the Gallery.
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other illnesses, we strongly encourage the use of a face covering, regardless of vaccination status. We can provide a mask upon request.
Please maintain a distance of 6 feet between yourself and others.

Hand sanitizer is available in the Gallery, and if you ever need assistance, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our gallery assistants.

Photo & Video Permission

For professional photo or video permission, please email us before your visit.: CentralGallery@sjcd.edu

Accessible Parking can be found in Lot P21, on either side of the Building C-21 entrance. To use designated parking spaces, your vehicle must have a valid state disability placard or license plate.

Accessible Restrooms can be found in Building C-21, near the right side of the lobby.

Service Animals that comply with the College’s service animal policy are welcome in the Gallery. This includes dogs and miniature horses specifically trained to perform tasks that mitigate the effects of a disability. This does not include animals used only for comfort or emotional support.

Students: Please apply for accommodations through Accessibility Services.
Visitors: Please contact an Accessibility Counselor at 281-998-6150 to arrange your upcoming visit to the Gallery with your service animal.

Carlos Quinteros is a fine arts major with a passion for graphic design. He prefers working in graphite, colored pencil, and ink, but also explores mediums such as acrylic and watercolor to bring his ideas to life.

Inspired by the artists who have influenced him, Carlos shares, “My inspiration for creating art comes from the possibility to evoke emotion and inspire others.” He hopes that by pouring his soul into his work, he will encourage others to give their all to their own talents and goals.

Carlos plans to transfer to the University of Houston to continue developing his skills. In the future, he plans to work professionally in graphic design. He also hopes to create and sell his own art while building connections and gaining diverse experiences as an artist.

Carlos Quinteros

Bound by the Blue

Bandit

Stringing Me Along

Karla Burgos graduated from San Jac in 2019 with an Associate of Arts in fine arts. She went on to graduate from the University of Houston - Clear Lake with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design. Check out what she's up to now and view some of her artwork over the years.

Karla Burgos

Karla Burgos – San Jac Alumni

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Burgos has always been passionate about art. She enjoys the process and challenges that come with every project she encounters. The more Burgos creates, the more she learns about herself and the materials she's working with. "It's always fun using the creative side of my brain, and I think we should all try to do it from time to time," Burgos said. "I believe art is vital for society, and I'm proud to take a tiny part in it."

Health and Safety Council Pasadena

Karla now works as a graphic designer at the Health and Safety Council in Pasadena.

Dentalis

Karla is also pursuing her master's degree at the ELISAVA Barcelona School of Design and Engineering. "Apply to as many opportunities as you can—art calls, intern opportunities, etc. Rejection is part of the art world, so don't get discouraged by it. You never know what your next chance is or when it's waiting for you."

Karla with her piece, Flor de Nube

"I see myself as a lifelong learner; so far, the more knowledge and experience I get, the better my work becomes. Along with that, I'm a visual artist too. I believe taking part in different areas of art and design allows me to have broader perspectives, which I can then apply to my profession."

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"I love looking at what other people are doing by either going to art museums, looking around on Pinterest and peeking at Behance—and even looking at art editorials usually helps. I also try to be more mindful of my surroundings; art is around us, it's just a matter of being present and noticing the little details."

Interested in working at the Gallery or displaying your art? Find out how!

Employment

Administrative Assistant I - Central Art Gallery

This is a Federal/Texas work-study part-time position. It allows up to 19.5 hours per week at $10.40 per hour.
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Description: The Central Art Gallery is looking for student gallery assistants to support operations. Individuals in this position will learn the functions and operations of a gallery and will enhance their ability to secure employment when moving on to a university or other employment. This position supports the Gallery Director with:

Installation and art handling
Documentation of art and administration duties
Promotion of the Gallery
Gallery repairs, painting, and maintenance
Guiding guests through exhibitions
Making sure the space and artwork is secure

Desired Availability:
We are looking for Monday through Thursday daytime to early evening hours. We will work to have a balanced schedule for open gallery hours between two assistants.

Qualifications:

Relatable and trustworthy
Light data input and word processing knowledge
Design and/or Photoshop experience a plus
Interest and/or experience in the visual arts
Desired Skills:
Microsoft Word
Data entry
Photoshop

Work Study Requirements:

Apply for financial aid with FAFSA
Select “Yes” on question 31 of FAFSA application: Are you interested in being considered for work-study?
- Please note that selecting “Yes” indicates your interest in work-study. It does not guarantee you will be offered a federal work-study position.
After completing the FAFSA application, set up an appointment with a financial aid advisor to discuss your eligibility. (Advisor: San Juanita Gonzalez)
If all requirements are met, please contact Carmen Champion to receive further instructions for applying. Email her at CentralGallery@sjcd.edu.

Gallery Submissions

We are a non-profit space that hosts six exhibitions per academic year. This generally includes two student shows, as well as group shows that feature artists from the area and around the world. We also host a faculty biennial exhibition.

Gallery Space
The Gallery hosts 1128 square feet of floor space. We have six movable walls and a number of pedestals in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Proposal Guidelines
Proposals are received year round and reviewed and accepted by the gallery curator. She encourages proposals from artists working in traditional, non-traditional, experimental, or collaborative formats. All proposals must include:

Work Examples: No more than 15 digital images in .JPG format with no more than 1,000 pixels on any one side. Provide a corresponding list of images including title, date, medium, and dimensions.
Resume(s) / CV: Provide resumes as a PDF document. For group proposals, please save all artists’ resumes to one document.
Proposal: Provide a one-page, 500-word proposal. Include the name(s) of the artist(s) involved, title, concept, description of exhibition, and any special needs or equipment required.

The selection process may take up to six weeks to complete. You will be notified of your proposal status via email.

Please send proposals to: CentralGallery@sjcd.edu

There are even more ways to get involved. Join the Art Club, which hosts projects and field trips and has artist resources and more. And don’t forget to check out what’s going on at the South Campus Art Gallery for even more exhibitions!

Join the Art Club South Campus Gallery

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