Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls

The Gifting Gallery

• Summary: “Art Share L.A. invites artists to submit work for The Gifting Gallery — a curated exhibition celebrating accessible, giftable art just in time for the season of giving. This show highlights small-scale, affordable works that make art collecting attainable for everyone.”

• Deadline: 11/8/25

• Location: Art Share L.A. 

• Exhibition Dates: 12/5/25 - 2/14/26

• Mediums: All

• Entry Fee: No fee

Window Dressing

• Summary: “The Cerritos College Art Gallery is looking for six (6) local artists interested in preparing and executing a temporary project/exhibition within the unique exterior-facing display gallery attached to the outside of the Fine Arts Building on the campus of Cerritos College. All work must be suitable for public display. Each mini solo-project/exhibition will run for just two weeks, with all installations taking place on Sundays and deinstallations on Saturdays.”

• Deadline: 11/14/25

• Location: Cerritos College Art Gallery, Norwalk

• Exhibition Dates: Various dates available during Spring 2026

• Mediums: Installation art

• Entry Fee: No fee

Travel & Adventure

• Summary: “This exhibition celebrates the spirit of exploration and discovery, showcasing the beauty of places around the world through the eyes of artists. From bustling cityscapes and iconic landmarks to quiet coastlines, cultural traditions, and foods that tell a story, “Travel & Adventure” invites artists to capture the wonder of global experiences.”

• Deadline: 12/1/25

• Location: City of Santa Clarita City Hall, Valencia

• Exhibition Dates: 12/9/25 - 3/4/26

• Mediums: All

• Entry Fee: No fee

The Gallery 21 50th Annual Small Image Show

• Summary: “This celebrated juried exhibition was founded by Jim Brown in 1975. It provides a unique challenge for the artist by utilizing a small image format. Showcasing San Diego County artists, this event has built in popularity over its multi-year history and is an artist favorite. This years show is sponsored by Village Arts and Education Foundation and Gallery 21.”

• Deadline: 12/15/25

• Location: Village Arts Center, San Diego

• Exhibition Dates: 1/24/26 - 2/22/26

• Mediums: All except video/sound and installation art

• Entry Fee: $30

The Crow Show 2026

• Summary: “For over a decade, The Crow Show has been a celebrated tradition in San Diego, uniting artists from across the nation in a shared fascination with the enigmatic crow. Revered in cultures around the world, the crow has long been a symbol of mystery, transformation, and intelligence. Whether as a harbinger of change or a messenger of hope, these birds captivate our imaginations. This annual exhibition invites artists to explore the crow’s many faces—whether rooted in reality or soaring through the realms of fantasy. What does the crow embody for you?”

• Deadline: 1/17/26

• Location: The Studio Door, San Diego

• Exhibition Dates: 3/6/26 - 3/29/26

• Mediums: All

• Entry Fee: $35

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

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

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-Brittany