Your Own Gallery Show | Nino Studio Seattle
First Thursday Art Walk · Pioneer Square, Seattle
Your Art. Your Show. Your Moment.
Your own art exhibition at Nino Studio during Seattle’s First Thursday Art Walk.
You’ve spent countless hours making art. Now imagine seeing your work hanging in a gallery, surrounded by people discovering it, asking questions, and connecting with what you’ve created. Your show, your way. We’ll help make it happen.
- Price per space
- $2,000 eachEach space is booked separately · $1,000 deposit per space
- Spaces
- 3South wall, north wall, the whole upstairs
- First Thursday
- 5 – 8pmArt Walk night, every month
- Your time in the space
- 3 daysInstall Wednesday · exhibit Thursday · take down Friday
The invitation
Maybe it’s time to let your work be seen.
Some artists have been painting for years, quietly building a collection of work in their studios. Others have exhibited before but dream of putting together a show that’s entirely their own.
There’s something special about seeing your paintings hanging together in a gallery. Inviting friends and family. Meeting strangers who connect with your work. Hearing what people see and feel.
And you don’t have to wait for a gallery to invite you.
First Thursday brings art lovers and curious visitors into Seattle’s Pioneer Square every month. We’re opening our walls to other artists. You bring your art and your people. We’ll help with the space, installation, and spreading the word.
It’s your show. We just set the table.
The spaces
Three spaces to choose from
Pricing is per space, not for the whole gallery. Each space is booked separately at $2,000 per Art Walk. You’re welcome to visit the gallery before booking.
First floor
South wall
$2,000 per Art Walk
Running from the front windows toward the back of the gallery. One of the first walls visitors see when they enter.
First floor
North wall
$2,000 per Art Walk
A long, uninterrupted wall with plenty of room for a collection or series to breathe.
Upstairs
The whole upstairs
$2,000 per Art Walk
A more intimate gallery space, perfect for a larger body of work or a group exhibition.
What you get
More than a wall
A great show isn’t just artwork hanging on a wall. It’s the people, conversations, and experience of sharing something you’ve spent so much time creating. Here’s how we’ll help make it happen.
Promotion
Let’s get people excited about your show
We’ll share your exhibition with Nino Studio’s social media community of 40K+ followers and help spread the word through local Art Walk event channels.
Curation & guidance
A little help bringing it all together
Not sure how to arrange your work or create a cohesive show? We’ll help you think through the selection, layout, and presentation.
Installation support
Your work, beautifully presented
You’ll have three days in the space, with hanging hardware available and our help during installation and take-down.
Refreshments
Make your guests feel welcome
We’ll provide drinks and snacks so friends, family, and visitors can relax, enjoy the art, and stay for a conversation.
Live music
A little energy in the room
Most Art Walk nights, we have live music. It brings another layer of energy and makes the evening feel like a celebration.
The atmosphere
It’s about how the whole room feels
From lighting and music to the welcoming atmosphere of the gallery, we want visitors to feel comfortable, stay a while, and connect with your work.
A note from Nino
I’d love to help make your show happen.
I know how much time, energy, and courage goes into making art. And I also know how easy it is to keep creating without ever giving yourself the chance to share it.
Over the years, I’ve learned that showing our work can be just as meaningful as making it. The conversations, unexpected connections, and seeing how others experience what we’ve created.
I’ve been fortunate to experience this myself, and I want more artists to have that opportunity.
That’s why I’m opening up my gallery to other artists. Whether this is your first exhibition or one of many, I hope this space gives you a chance to celebrate what you’ve made and connect with people through your art.
— Nino
The night itself
An evening to remember
Imagine walking into the gallery and seeing your work on the walls.
Friends and family arrive. Visitors stop to look. Someone asks about a painting. A conversation begins.
Maybe someone falls in love with a piece. Maybe you make a new connection. Maybe you simply enjoy seeing everything you’ve created together in one place.
Whatever happens, it’s an opportunity to celebrate your work and share it with others.
This is for you if you…
- Have a collection of work you’ve been wanting to share
- Have never exhibited before, or want to create a show of your own
- Want to celebrate your creative journey with friends and family
- Are planning a group exhibition with other artists
- Want to connect with art lovers and potential collectors in person
You don’t need years of exhibition experience. Just work you’re excited to share.
How the week goes
Your three days
WednesdayInstall+
ThursdayArt Walk, 5 – 8pm+
FridayTake down+
Two to three weeks before your show, we’ll ask for artwork images and a short bio to help promote your exhibition.
Selling your work
Two ways to handle sales
Choose whichever works best for you.
Sell it yourself
Handle your own payments and buyers directly. You keep your sales proceeds and manage your own transactions and arrangements with buyers.
We handle sales
Nino Studio takes care of payments, buyer coordination, and arranging artwork pickup or delivery.
Artwork sales are welcome, but never guaranteed. The experience of sharing your work is valuable in itself.
How to book
Three steps to your show
Bookings are available up to three months in advance and close 30 days before each Art Walk.
Let’s talk
Tell me about your art, what you’re imagining for your show, and your preferred date. Send 3–5 images or a link to your work. We’ll review the details together and find the right space.
Let’s talk about your showSave your date
Once we’ve agreed on your space and date, a deposit confirms your booking.
Get ready
We’ll coordinate promotion, plan your installation, and help you prepare for opening night.
Q & A
Good to know
Do I need to have exhibited before?
Not at all. Whether this is your first exhibition or one of many, you’re welcome to reach out. We’ll talk about your work and what you’d like to create.
How many pieces can I show?
It depends on the size of your artwork and the space you choose. We’ll work together on an arrangement that gives your work room to breathe.
Can I invite friends and family?
Absolutely! Please do. It’s your show, and having your people there can make it even more special.
Can we do a group exhibition?
Yes! You can share the space with other artists. Your group will coordinate the exhibition and designate one person as the main contact.
Can I visit the gallery before booking?
Of course. You’re welcome to arrange a visit to see the spaces and discuss your ideas.
Will I have the entire gallery to myself?
Your booking is for a dedicated exhibition space within Nino Studio. Other artwork or exhibitions may also be on display.
Is the $2,000 for one space or all three?
It’s for one space. Each space is $2,000 per Art Walk. If you’d like more than one, each space is booked and priced separately, so two spaces are $4,000 and all three are $6,000.
Who handles installation?
You’ll bring your artwork ready to hang and lead the installation. We’ll assist with placement, hanging, and take-down.
Can I sell my artwork?
Yes. Handle your own sales with no gallery commission, or let Nino Studio manage sales for a 20% commission.
What about insurance?
Nino Studio takes reasonable care of artwork while it’s at the gallery. Artists are responsible for transportation and arranging appropriate insurance for their work. Specific responsibilities are outlined in the participation agreement.
What is the cancellation policy?
If Nino Studio cancels your exhibition, you’ll receive a full refund.
If you cancel 30 or more days before your exhibition, your $1,000 deposit per space is non-refundable.
Within 30 days, the full $2,000 fee for each booked space is due.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing.
First Thursday · Pioneer Square
Let’s make your show happen.
Maybe you’ve been painting for years and have never shown your work. Maybe you’ve exhibited before but want to do something that’s entirely yours. Whatever your story, I’d love to hear what you have in mind.
You don’t need to have everything figured out. Let’s start with a conversation.