Charles Pabst’s journey in art began long before he founded The Signature Gallery. After graduating with a degree in fine art, completing his military service, and preparing to marry his wife Christine in 1973, Pabst faced the question of how to build a career. Having sold paintings since the age of fourteen, he knew he wanted to pursue both painting and entrepreneurship. He initially opened a frame shop with a studio in the back, but soon realized that painting was his true calling and devoted himself fully to his art.

For the next two decades, Pabst created and exhibited his paintings in fine galleries across the United States while building a growing reputation as an accomplished artist. In 1997, with Christine’s support, he opened his first gallery in Scottsdale, Arizona, primarily featuring his own work. As the gallery flourished, he expanded the space and began showcasing work from other accomplished artists. His children, having grown up immersed in the art world, gradually joined the business—Mark helping manage operations, while Cara and Michael pursued painting.

Following the success of the Scottsdale gallery, Pabst expanded The Signature Gallery to a location close to his and Christine’s heart in Santa Fe, New Mexico, in 2009. Today, the galleries present exceptional artwork from artists around the world while continuing to celebrate the distinctive artistic traditions of each region.

• We do not accept submissions via mail or on-site delivery.
• Only online submissions will be reviewed.
• We review artists every quarter.

If we become excited about your work, a gallery representative will contact you to set up an interview and viewing.

Submit the following items to art@thesignaturegallery.com for review:

1. A list of all the galleries that currently represent your work

2. A link to your website, or attached JPEG images of your most recent work

3. Retail pricing for all work

4. Bio and Resume