THE ECLECTIKA
The Eclectika is an artist-run, artist-supported gallery, studio, and creative space located in Irving, Texas. Established in 2015 and revitalized in 2023, The Eclectika fosters a welcoming, community-focused environment dedicated to supporting the diverse creative talent of the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex. Through exhibitions, workshops, and collaborative programming, the space provides artists with opportunities to share their work, develop their practices, and engage meaningfully with the broader community.
Upcoming Events
APPLICATIONS FOR THE ECLEKTIVE ARE NOW OPEN
Applications are open from May 18 - July 10
CALLING ALL DFW ARTISTS
The Eclectika is excited to announce our new initiative, The Eclektive! The Eclektive is a co-op collective program seeking members to participate in a 10 month tenure beginning in our Fall 2026 season. Members will be given a solo project space show, group show opportunities, member created zines, and more! Get hands-on experience with gallery operations and community building. Applications will be open to practicing artists in any visual medium over the age of 18 that reside in North Texas. The Eclektive is free to apply to and, if selected, monthly member dues are PWYC to remove financial barriers. Full details located in the application form.
That’s all folks!
The Eclectika’s Spring 2026 season has concluded. A huge thanks to all the artists, curators, and jurors who have shown and worked with us this past season. An equally huge thanks to The Eclectika team for helping make everything happen. The Spring 2026 season was our biggest yet with a total of 12 shows through its 4 month period. We will be on break during the Summer to prepare for the upcoming Fall and Spring seasons. The Fall 2026 season will begin in September with The 2026 Eclectika Invitational. The Eclektibition will return in October, with details being announced late July and submissions opening in August. While we will not have main season shows during the summer, we do have some surprises in the works. Details to be announced in the coming weeks. Additionally, we will have submissions for our next zine opening soon as well as the ongoing call for applications for The Eclektive. The application period for The Eclektive ends on July 10. A call for proposals for our Spring 2027 season will also begin in late July. Another round of thanks for the incredible amount of support we’ve been extended and we’ll see everyone in September, but likely much sooner.
Use sunscreen, drink water.
Not vice versa.
-Derrick
Gallery Director for The Eclectika
We will return for the Fall 2026 season in September
OUR ARCHIVE IS BEING UPDATED!
We will be working on updating our archive over the Summer. We plan to have a comprehensive look at the 50 plus shows we’ve hosted over the past decade. Our Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 seasons have been archived and available to view. Check back regularly to view the progress!