Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls

The Art Lands & à la minute

Summary: The Artlands is partnering with à la minute in Downtown Redlands to offer monthly art shows. “If you’re interested in showing work at à la minute in 2026, please send photos of at least five art pieces, a bio/artist statement, and a one or two paragraph description of the show that you envision to putting together. Send to [email protected] by 1/11/26 to be considered.”
Deadline: 1/11/26
Location: à la minute, Redlands
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: No fee

Eaton Fire Collaborative Presents Black History Month Exhibit

Summary: “The Eaton Fire Collaboratory (EFC) invites Altadena & Pasadena fire impacted artists to apply to have their art shown at the Collaboratory for Black History Month located at 540 W. Woodbury Road, Altadena, CA 91001. We are especially reaching out to the artists impacted by the Eaton Wildfires. This juried exhibition will feature a dynamic mix of local artists and creators designed to bring artists and the community together in a joyful, accessible space. Let’s come together to celebrate Black Excellence and the vibrancy of the Altadena artist community.”
Deadline: 1/15/26
Location: The Collaboratory, Altadena
Exhibition Dates: 1/27/26 - TBA
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: No fee

The Frida Cinema’s Welcome to Twin Peaks

Summary: “We're excited to announce our Feb-March lobby art show: Welcome to Twin peaks. We invite Southern California artists to create pieces inspired by the world of Twin Peaks, with all submissions due BY 11:59PM on Jan 29th⁠. Artists may submit multiple pieces (though space is limited, so all may not be accepted)⁠. All mediums are welcome, but no pieces made using AI will be accepted⁠. Pieces must be inspired by Twin Peaks⁠”
Deadline: 1/29/26
Location: The Frida Cinema, Santa Ana
Exhibition Dates: Feb - March 2026
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: No fee

The Art of Now: Pushing Boundaries

Summary: “The San Diego Museum of Art Artists Guild is seeking art at the edge and beyond the traditional. The Art of Now is our Call to California artists to submit work that pushes boundaries in contemporary art—what it is and what it can be. This is a great opportunity for artists to stretch their creative wings, and try something they have always wanted to bring to fruition.”
Deadline: 5/8/26
Location: Union Hall Gallery, San Diego
Exhibition Dates: 6/5/26 - 6/28/26
Mediums: Painting and drawing, video art, installation, mixed media, fiber art, photography, and sculpture
Entry Fee: Members of SDMAAG: $20, Non-members: $35

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.