Call to Artists
Opportunities for professional and emerging artists.
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Historic Manhattan Casino Mural – RFQ
Historic Manhattan Casino Mural – RFQ Deadline: July 5, 2026, 11:59PM Finalist Design Stipend: $400 each Commission: $15,000 plus $3,200 lift/material stipend Installation: September 9-23, 2026 Measures: 14 ft wide by approximately 23 ft tall Project Description The Historic Manhattan Casino Mural project is supported by the City of St. Petersburg, in partnership with the…
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Call for Artists: International Youth Art Competition and Showcase 2027
CICA Museum invites young artists worldwide, ages 13 to 19, to participate in the “International Youth Art Competition and Showcase 2026.” Selected artists will receive a digital certificate, with a printed copy available for in person pickup. Selected works including photographs, prints, paintings, video art, sculptures, and installations will be presented in a group exhibition…
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Call to Artists: Icons
Icons is a visual exploration of figures, symbols, and moments that shape culture, influence society, and transcend time. From historical legends to contemporary trailblazers, this exhibition examines what it means to be iconic, whether through fame, influence, or artistic interpretation. Submit to Icons here: https://artcentersarasota.submittable.com/submit/348189/icons Artists are invited to submit works that engage with the…
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Call to Artists: Strange Weather
Strange WeatherThis exhibition invites artists to explore the surreal through unpredictable conditions and uncanny atmospheres. Submissions may interpret “weather” as environmental, emotional, or psychological, capturing moments when reality shifts, logic bends, and the familiar turns strange. Artists are encouraged to embrace transformation, ambiguity, and the unexpected in both subject and approach. Meet the Juror, Danny…
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Gulf Coast Artists’ Alliance
Gulf Coast Artists’ Alliance has a large 200 square foot studio coming available July 1st. Lots of natural light and privacy; large closet. We are open for ArtWalk on second Saturdays, and we have regular hours Thursday – Saturday 11am-5pm. $625 per month includes utilities and internet. The studio can be shared by two artists.…
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Call for Submissions: International Symposium for Visual Culture & Exhibition 2026
ISVC Website: https://cicamuseum.com/isvc Exhibition: “Visual Culture 2026”September 9–27, 2026CICA Museum, Korea International Symposium for Visual Culture (ISVC) 2026September 19–20, 2026The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Arts CenterVisual and Performing Arts DepartmentMontgomery College Visual Culture 2026 Popup ShowSeptember 19–20, 2026Maze GalleryThe Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Arts CenterVisual and Performing Arts DepartmentMontgomery College We invite artists,…
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Call for Artists: “Message” International Exhibition
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the international exhibition Message. The exhibition explores art that examines meaning, communication, language, perception, and contemporary social and cultural contexts. The exhibition welcomes works that question the role of language and symbols, examine personal and collective forms of communication, and explore the relationships among media, memory, technology,…
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Civil Rights Film Competition, titled “Lights, Camera, Justice!”
The Civil Rights and Social Justice Section of the American Bar Association has launched our inaugural Civil Rights Film Competition, titled “Lights, Camera, Justice!”, which invites high school juniors and seniors to create original short films exploring contemporary civil or human rights issues. This competition is designed to empower young creators to share their voices through storytelling, while fostering…
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Ten Moir Gallery
What stops you in your tracks, a monarch wing, a watchful owl, a beetle’s armor, a creature under water, or the quiet intelligence in an animal’s gaze? This challenge invites artists and photographers worldwide (18+) to capture the essence of wildlife, from the bold and majestic to the small and intricate. Deadline: May 31,…
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Call for Artists: “Humanity 2027” – An International Exhibition
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the International Exhibition “Humanity 2027.” This exhibition delves into the essence of humanity and redefines humanism in our era, exploring the virtues that shape us across personal, cultural, technological, and geopolitical dimensions. Artists are encouraged to submit works in various media, including photography, 2D digital art, video…
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Bealsville Park Exterior Mural Public Art Project
The artwork shall be exterior mural(s) celebrating the heritage of Bealsville and highlighting the role of Family, Faith, Education and Farming in the history of the area. The Bealsville area was home to Miss Ruby C. Williams, a noted Florida folk artist. Artists are encouraged to study her work. Learn more at https://hcfl.gov/residents/parks-and-leisure/public-art/call-for-artists
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Call for Artists: CICA Contemporary Art Solo Show Series Fall 2026
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the Contemporary Art Solo Show Series and the publication. Each selected artist will have a solo exhibition for a week (Wednesday–Sunday schedule) in the gallery space (approximately 44 m²). The artists will also be featured in the e-book, CICA Art Now 2027, which will be available via…
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PRISMA ART PRIZE – ROME – 19th EDITION
Open call for painters, illustrators, printmakers and all traditional 2d artists Prisma Art Prize is an international platform dedicated to painting and two-dimensional works. We welcome artists worldwide and celebrate the many directions painting can take today—traditional or experimental, intimate or bold—always with a focus on strong visual research. Annual Awards & Opportunities Cash prizes:…
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2026 Florida CraftArt Emerging Artist Program
Florida CraftArt in St. Petersburg, FL, is excited to announce the 2026 Emerging Artist Program, designed to nurture and advance the careers of emerging craft artists. If you’re an artist working in ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, sculpture, or wood, this is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career and showcase your work…
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Call to Artists: Medium Mutiny
This exhibition seeks work that defies expectation and reinvents tradition. We’re looking for pieces that experiment boldly—with process, form, and concept. Whether through unexpected techniques, hybrid materials, or subversive approaches to craft, the work in Medium Mutiny resists easy categorization. If your creative practice breaks boundaries, blurs lines, and challenges how art is made—or how…
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Call to Artist: Icons
Icons Icons is a visual exploration of figures, symbols, and moments that shape culture, influence society, and transcend time. From historical legends to contemporary trailblazers, this exhibition examines what it means to be iconic—whether through fame, influence, or artistic interpretation. Artists are invited to submit works that engage with the idea of “icons” in any…
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ArtLofts Studios Available!
Looking for a centrally located art studio space? We have studio spaces ready for YOU! The ArtLofts are located on the second floor (elevator accessible) above Florida CraftArt – at 10 5th St N St Petersburg, FL 33701. To learn more about the available studios, email [email protected] with your questions, contact information, and portfolio. For…
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City Lights Art Challenge 2026 | Free Entry Early Bird
What does your city look like when it starts to glow? Neon reflections, streetlights on wet pavement, high-rise windows, night crowds, quiet corners, or the buzz of motion in the dark. City Lights invites artists and photographers worldwide (18+) to celebrate urban life, architecture, and the moments that make a city feel alive. 1st entry…
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The Secret Garden Art Challenge 2026 | Ten Moir Gallery
What’s hiding in your secret garden? A wild tangle of botanicals, a single perfect bloom, mossy shadows, tangled vines, or a quiet animal watching from the brush? Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide (18+) to submit work inspired by flowers, plant life, and the enchanting presence of wildlife, with space for both realism…
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STUDIO SPACE AVAILABLE
Small studio space available at GCAA ArtWorks (Gulf Coast Artists’ Alliance). Can be used as a display space or as a small working studio. Approximately 50 square feet will lots of natural light. $345 / month. For more information, apply here.
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Art Harvest 2026
Dear St. Petersburg Arts Alliance Team, I hope you’re doing well. We truly appreciated your partnership last year in helping us share our Call to Artists for Art Harvest, and we would love to connect again for 2026. The Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin is now accepting applications for the 62nd Annual Art Harvest, taking place November…
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Sculpture on the Lawn 2027—RFP
CALL FOR ART Sculpture on the Lawn 2027—RFP One to five proposals may be submitted. Application: https://tinyurl.com/daa6md8f DEADLINE: April 29, 2026, at 11:59pm EDT Sculpture Loan Fee: $5,000 Orange County Arts & Cultural Affairs and the Public Art Review Board are pleased to invite artists to submit proposals for consideration in the 12th annual Sculpture on…
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Shadow & Form | International Art Competition
This month’s theme invites artists to explore how light, shadow, and form shape visual expression through contrast, depth, and striking composition. Open to artists worldwide. All mediums are accepted, including 2D and 3D visual art. Selected works will be featured in a curated online exhibition, providing professional recognition and global exposure. Win $500 worth of…
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Open Call to Artists: Protect and Restore Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Watch is excited to host art exhibitions that complement our mission to protect and restore the bay’s estuarine ecosystem, while offering a distinct artistic perspective that inspires visitors and leaves a lasting impression. Throughout the year, we aim to showcase a diverse range of local artists and artistic mediums through rotating, shoppable exhibitions.…
To submit an opportunity, fill out our online submission form here.
