Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls

Pets

Summary: “We are taking submissions for our first group show of the year, Pets! We want to see artwork of any pet, past or present, that you want to show off.”
Deadline: 1/30/26
Location: Carter Sexton Artists Materials, North Hollywood
Exhibition Dates: February 2026
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: $15 per accepted piece

The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum Call For Artists

Summary: “The Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum calls for artists to submit original artwork inspired by the garden’s cherry blossom trees.  Selected artworks will be displayed from February 21, 2026 to April 21, 2026. Submissions are open to local, national, professional, and amateur artists with various mediums allowed.”
Deadline: 2/1/26
Location: Japanese Friendship Garden & Museum, San Diego
Exhibition Dates: 2/21/26 - 4/21/26
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: No fee

Chef’s Kiss

Summary: “The theme is open by design. Food-inspired work is welcome, but not required. We’re looking for strong, compelling pieces across all mediums that feel resolved, confident, and memorable. If it’s your best work, the kind you’d put your name behind without hesitation, we want to see it.”
Deadline: 2/1/26
Location: Covet Art Gallery, Oceanside
Exhibition Dates: 2/21/26 - 3/21/26
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: $25

Crimson

Summary: “It’s a force that symbolizes love, passion, heat, intimacy and the pulse of life. Our reception for this show will be on Valentine’s Day...so bring on any of the above. NOTE: The color crimson does not need to dominate your piece as long as it’s prominent. Dip your brush into that deep, rich red and show us what you create!”
Deadline: 2/6/26
Location: Ashton Gallery, Art on 30th, San Diego
Exhibition Dates: 2/14/26 - 3/20/26
Mediums: “All 2D artworks are welcome as well as any 3D artwork (glass/ceramic sculpture) that fits on a pedestal.”
Entry Fee: $35 for up to 2 pieces

To view previously listed calls that are still open click HERE.

Note From the Publisher- This newsletter serves as a curated list of exhibition opportunities for artists in Southern California. SoCal Art Opportunities is not affiliated with these opportunities and is not involved with the organization of these opportunities. For any questions concerning the opportunities listed in this newsletter, please reach out to the hosting organizations directly.