Calls For Art 3/22/26

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Brittany Taylor
March 22, 2026

Here’s the latest SoCal Art Open Calls

Summary: Not Shockboxx Gallery invites artists to submit work for their upcoming Mini Art Show, an exhibition dedicated to artwork measuring no larger than 12” x 12”.
Deadline: 4/5/26
Location: Not Shockboxx Gallery, Hermosa Beach
Exhibition Dates: 5/1/26 - 5/10/26
Mediums: All
Entry Fee: $30

Summary: “Curated by 11:11’s Justice, Equity & Culture Committee, MOLT will feature 2D visual works—paintings, drawings, photography, printmaking, collage, and mixed media—designed specifically for wall display. This is not a traditional spring show. We encourage reimagined or unconventional responses to life, growth, death, and transformation—drawing from all cultural, personal, and spiritual experiences.”
Deadline: 4/12/26
Location: Third House Studio, Van Nuys
Exhibition Dates: 5/1/26 - 5/29/26
Mediums: 2D visual works (Accepting a limited number of 3D works)
Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “The juried Irvine Annual exhibition at Irvine Fine Arts Center showcases artworks from regional and national artists ages 18 and older who work across multiple visual artistic mediums.”
Deadline: 4/30/26
Location: Irvine Fine Arts Center, Irvine
Exhibition Dates: 7/11/26 - 9/5/26
Mediums: Assemblage, ceramic, collage, drawing, fiber, metal, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, textile, video, and wood
Entry Fee: $20

Summary: “The San Diego Watercolor Society was established in 1965 and is one of the largest and most active water-media societies in the United States. Its International Exhibition is recognized globally for the highest standard of excellence in water-based art. Open to watermedia artists 18 years and older. Idea, design, and composition must be wholly original and created by the artist. Anticipated $30,000+ in Cash and Merchandise Awards”
Deadline: 5/8/26
Location: San Diego Watercolor Society Gallery, San Diego
Exhibition Dates: 9/27/26 - 10/31/26
Mediums: Water-based paintings
Entry Fee: Members: $45, Non-Members: $55

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

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