Calls For Art 7/7

Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls!

Newly Added:

ARTventure (Deadline extended)

  • Deadline: 7/8/24

  • Location: Norma Hertzog Community Center, Costa Mesa

  • Exhibition Dates: 9/14/24 - 9/22/24

  • Summary: “The City of Costa Mesa invites artists across Southern California (Imperial, Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Ventura) to apply to ARTventure, our Juried Art Show and event. More than 200 artworks will be accepted into the show and will be eligible for cash awards.”

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: No fee

Tree Stories (Deadline extended)

  • Deadline: 7/17/24

  • Location: Online on the Sasse Museum of Art website as well as in print

  • Exhibition Dates: TBA

  • Summary: “This year's juried exhibit, Tree Stories, is a unique exhibition that explores the diverse narratives surrounding trees, including their cultural significance, ecological importance, and personal connections.The chosen artworks will be showcased in an online gallery on the Sasse Museum of Art website and a printed version will be offered for sale through Amazon.”

  • Mediums: All (excluding AI)

  • Deadline: 7/29/24

  • Location: First Floor Gallery, Santa Clarita City Hall

  • Exhibition Dates: 9/19/24 - 1/8/25

  • Summary: “We are seeking original artwork in any medium that captures the essence of the natural world around us. Artwork should highlight the intricate hues, textures, and forms that define our planets landscapes and ecosystems.”

  • Mediums: All. Artists working with video, projection, or performers must provide their own equipment.

  • Entry Fee: No fee

  • Deadline: 7/31/24

  • Location: Las Laguna Art Gallery, Laguna Beach

  • Exhibition Dates: 9/5/24 - 9/30/24

  • Summary: “This is an Open Theme/All Media Exhibition. All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted and promoted on our website.  A select number of artists will be selected to send their work to the gallery for the in-person exhibition at our brick and mortar gallery in Laguna Beach, California.”

  • Mediums: Acrylic, Airbrush, Bronze, Ceramic, Charcoal, Collage, Color Pencil, Computer Art, Digital Art, Digital Photography, Drawings, Encaustic, Fiber Arts, Glass Art, Graphite, Gouache, Illustration, Mixed Media, New Media, Oil, Pastel, Pen and Ink, Photo Assemblage, Printmaking, Sculpture, Traditional Photography, Video, or Watercolor

  • Entry Fee: $31

Previously Listed Calls That Are Still Open:

  • Deadline: 7/7/24

  • Location: Covet Art Gallery, South Oceanside

  • Exhibition Dates: 7/27/24 - 8/10/24

  • Summary: “The top artist submissions will receive Featured Wall Space and inclusion on Artsy for this exhibition. With an open format the choice is yours—select and submit the art you like best for consideration in this Juried Group Show.”

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: $25

  • Deadline: 7/8/24

  • Location: West Harbor, Port of Los Angeles Waterfront Development, San Pedro, CA

  • Exhibition Dates: Installation to begin late 2024- early 2025, art is expected to withstand the harsh marine environment for approximately 25 years with reasonable care

  • Summary: “Angels Gate Cultural Center (the designated Public Art Advisor for the West Harbor Waterfront Development), is seeking multiple proposals for public art of various mediums” “Selected projects will demonstrate unique artistic perspectives and approaches that are interested in investigating the Port of Los Angeles and topics relevant to our local diverse communities that call San Pedro home.”

  • Mediums: Includes but not limited to, murals, large scale sculpture, sound art, digital art projections/video displays, and multi-sensory experiences

  • Entry Fee: No fee

  • Deadline: 7/8/24

  • Location: Studio Channel Islands, Camarillo

  • Exhibition Dates: 8/3/24-9/28/24

  • Summary: “Studio Channel Islands invites you to enter your most recent break-through pieces, the ones that have led you to the horizon of your works next evolution!”

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: Non-members $55, members $35

  • Deadline: 7/8/24

  • Location: The Makery, Los Angeles

  • Exhibition Dates: 8/30/24-9/28/24

  • Summary: “We invite artists to delve into the rich tapestry of women's experiences and voices during today's pivotal times. We seek to inspire artists to explore and amplify the voices of women fostering dialogue, reflection and empowerment through artistic expressions.”

  • Mediums: All except video, installation and performance

  • Entry Fee: $40 for SCWCA members, $50 for non-members

  • Deadline: 7/17/24

  • Location: Gallery of Hermosa, Hermosa Beach

  • Exhibition Dates: 8/9/24-9/3/24

  • Summary: “We are seeking 2D artworks that capture the essence of Summer Fun. This vibrant exhibition will be featured on Artsy and across three premier venues, all within walking distance in the heart of Hermosa Beach

    1. The Gallery of Hermosa

    2. The Easy Reader News as part of the Easy Reader Art Show series

    3. Made By Inch, a custom furniture showroom”

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: $25

  • Deadline: 7/17/24

  • Location: North Coastal Art Gallery, Carlsbad

  • Exhibition Dates: 8/4/24-9/1/24

  • Summary: “Open to all Artists: Apply to join our 72nd Fine Art Open Awards Annual. Juried and cash awards.”

  • Mediums: Oil, Acrylic, Watermedia, Mixed Media/Collage, Photography, Digital Art, (NO AI), Other Media: Includes, Pastels, Drawing/Printmaking, Sculpture/WallHanging Sculpture, and Textile. Giclee’s are accepted but not judged

  • Entry Fee: COAL Members: $25, Non-members: $30

  • Deadline: 7/17

  • Location: Beverly Gardens Park, Beverly Hills

  • Exhibition Dates: 10/19/24-10/20/24

  • Summary: “This show has grown to become one of the largest and most respected outdoor shows on the west coast, attracting not only the finest artists of Los Angeles, but globally as well.  In addition to original art, this two-day show offers an outdoor dining area, a wine & beer garden with live music, artist demonstrations, and an artists’ reception.”

  • Mediums: Ceramics, Drawing and Traditional Printmaking, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media – 2D & 3-D, Painting, Photography and Digital Art, Sculpture, Water Color

  • Entry Fee: $35

  • Deadline: 7/19/24

  • Location: Art on 30th, San Diego

  • Exhibition Dates: 7/27/24-8/23/24

  • Summary: “What does summertime in San Diego mean to you? Let us see how summer brings out your creativity.”

  • Mediums: All 2-dimensional art welcome and any 3-dimensional artwork (glass/ceramic sculpture) that fits on a pedestal. Photography, fabric, and journal pages are also welcomed if prepared for hanging. 

  • Entry Fee: $35 for up to 2 pieces, $45 for up to 4 pieces

  • Deadline: 7/21/24

  • Location: South Oceanside

  • Exhibition Dates: 8/17/24 - 8/31/24

  • Summary: “With an open format the choice is yours—select and submit the art you like best for consideration in this Juried Group Show. We are open to all possibilities! The artwork will be judged based on creativity, originality, quality of work, composition, and overall artistic ability.”

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: $25

More opportunities heading your way next week! In the meantime, feel free to forward this to another busy artist who needs to get their work out there.

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-Brittany