Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls

Good Trouble

• Summary: “Good Trouble brings together artists whose work confronts injustice and fuels collective action. The exhibition highlights visual resistance — from protest posters and social justice iconography to paintings, photography, printmaking, clothing, and mixed media that amplify community voices and movements for change.”

• Deadline: 12/1/25

• Location: CSUN Art Gallery (Presented by: 11:11 Projects)

• Exhibition Dates: 1/20/26 - 3/12/26

• Mediums: 2d art

• Entry Fee: No fee

Guirado Park Mural Project

• Summary: “The City of Whittier invites proposals from qualified artists to create a site-specific mural at Guirado Park (5760 Pioneer Boulevard). The selected artist will transform a large block wall—originally a retaining wall adjacent to the basketball courts—into a vibrant work that enhances the park’s welcoming, family-friendly environment. Project Budget: $70,000 (all-inclusive: design through installation).”

• Deadline: 12/5/25

• Location: Guirado Park, 5760 Pioneer Boulevard, Whittier

• Mediums: Mural

• Entry Fee: No fee

Pop Culture

• Summary: “This exhibition celebrates the icons, imagery, and influence of pop culture—inviting artists to explore how entertainment, media, fashion, and technology shape our collective identity. From nostalgic references to contemporary commentary, “Pop Culture” encourages artists to reflect on the trends, symbols, and stories that connect us through shared experiences. The exhibition highlights the creative energy of everyday life and celebrates the ways popular culture continues to inspire, challenge, and unite us through art.”

• Deadline: 12/8/25

• Location: Newhall Community Center, Newhall

• Exhibition Dates: 12/16/25 - 3/25/26

• Mediums: Painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, and mixed-media.

• Entry Fee: No fee

City of Laguna Beach Banner Competition

• Summary: “The City of Laguna Beach Banner Competition is a project of the Arts Commission. Artists are provided with banner material on which to paint original artwork. The completed banners are displayed on lampposts throughout the city of Laguna Beach during June, July and August and celebrate the summer season. The completed banners are temporary and will be displayed when and where the City desires for up to 7 years or based on condition. Open to Orange County, CA residents, 18 years of age or older. $4,000 will be awarded for all completed banners selected.”

• Deadline: 3/2/26

• Location: Various locations throughout Laguna Beach

• Mediums: Drawing, painting

• Entry Fee: No fee

Glazed & Confused

• Summary: “We are not generally interested in ceramics where the sole focus is process and material. We are looking for ceramics that hold a narrative or figurative focus. Interesting processes and materials will be considered.”

• Deadline: 3/22/26

• Location: La Luz de Jesus Gallery, Los Angeles

• Exhibition Dates: 5/1/26 - 5/31/26

• Mediums: Ceramics

• Entry Fee: No fee

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

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