Calls For Art 9/15

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Brittany Taylor
September 15, 2024

Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls!

  • Summary: “Two Twins is organizing a one-night art show at the event space with Joliet Cafe and Speakeasy and is looking for talented young creators to showcase their work. The event will be 5pm to 12:30am on October 5th. Whether you paint, draw, sculpt, take photos, make clothes or have a unique medium, Two Twins would love to see your art! This is a great opportunity to gain exposure, network, and share your creativity with a vibrant community.”

  • Deadline: 9/24/24

  • Location: Joliet Cafe & Bar, Playa Vista

  • Exhibition Date: 10/5/24

  • Mediums: All

  • Entry Fee: Free

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  • Summary:  “Autumn brings a different light...A golden light that closes summer and prepares us for the winter to come. Show us how you use golden hues in your artwork. Grab paint colors like Yellow Oxide, Raw Sienna, Yellow Ochre, metallic gold, or even some gold leaf and bring the magic of autumn to our arts community.”

  • Deadline: 9/27/24

  • Location: Art on 30th, San Diego

  • Exhibition Dates: 10/5/24 - 11/1/24

  • 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

  • Summary: “The Huntington Beach Art Center welcomes photography submissions by United States Veteran photographers for an upcoming exhibition to take place October 22 through December 7 at the Huntington Beach Art Center.”

  • Deadline: 10/1/24

  • Location: Huntington Beach Art Center

  • Exhibition Dates: 10/22/24 - 12/7/24

  • Mediums: Photography

  • Entry Fee: No fee

  • Summary: “The City of Laguna Beach Holiday Palette Competition is a project of the Arts Commission. Winning artists are provided with a 4 ft. x 3 ft. wood palette on which to paint original artwork. The completed palettes are temporary and displayed on lampposts throughout the city during the winter holiday season when and where the City desires for up to 7 years or based on its condition.Entries will be accepted from artists who live, work, or exhibit in Laguna Beach and are 18 years of age or older.”

  • Deadline: 10/7/24

  • Location: Laguna Beach

  • Exhibition Dates: The completed palette and design becomes the property of the City of Laguna Beach and will be displayed when and where the City desires for up to 7 years or based on its condition.

  • Mediums: Painting

  • Entry Fee: No fee

  • Summary: Apply to display and sell your art at Amazing Grace Comic Con's first-ever convention in Long Beach. All proceeds benefit Grace on 3rd Community Center.

  • Deadline: Applications are open until 10/24 or until capacity is hit. Space is limited so apply soon!

  • Location: Grade on 3rd, Long Beach

  • Exhibition Date: 10/26/24

  • Mediums: All

  • Exhibitor Space: $10 

To view previously listed calls that are still open head to socal-art.com/callsforart

Upcoming SoCal Art Events

Arts Council For Long Beach's Groove is in the Arts: State of the Arts Reception 2024
9/20/24 | 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Altar Society Brewing and Coffee Co.

ArtWalk Carlsbad
9/21- 9/22 | Sat 11:00AM - 6:00PM, Sun 10:00AM - 5:00PM | Armada Drive

Arts for LA's End of Summer Art & Picnic
9/28/24 | 1:00PM - 5:00PM | South Gate Museum and Art Gallery

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. You can also head to my new website at socal-art.com for additional resources. Don’t forget, subscribers are entitled to a feature on the new Artist Spotlight page so if you want to take advantage of that please email me!

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-Brittany