We do not use “professional” status as a criterion. The People’s Gallery reflects the reality that there is an extraordinary amount of committed, high-quality artistic practice taking place outside of formal market visibility. Many artists create continuously, develop coherent bodies of work, and sustain a serious practice over time — regardless of whether that work circulates commercially, institutionally, or informally. The Museum for a Rainy Day exists to provide a curated context in which such work can be seen, encountered, and understood as art.

No. Inclusion reflects curatorial alignment with the People’s Gallery framework and does not constitute a judgment of artistic worth. After one year, artists are welcome to present a new gallery for consideration, reflecting the evolution of their practice. This time-based approach reflects the Museum’s belief that artistic practice develops over time, and that such development is central to what the Museum seeks to foster and present.

The People’s Gallery reflects the reality that artists come from many backgrounds, work in many conditions, and participate in cultural life in different ways. A museum that aims to represent artistic practice across regions and communities cannot limit itself to artists defined solely by professional status or market participation. Inclusion in The People’s Gallery is therefore not determined by whether an artist is “professional,” but by the quality, coherence, and seriousness of the work presented. Curation remains central. Every gallery is reviewed individually, and selection reflects curatorial alignment with the exhibition framework of the Museum.

Curatorial consideration includes artistic originality and intent, coherence and clarity of presentation, and suitability for exhibition within a virtual museum environment. We look at how the works operate together as a complete presentation.