The arts are a sanctuary that provide a space to create, rejuvenate and challenge the mind, body and soul. Take the next step on your creative journey and express yourself through exhibition opportunities and casting calls or discover an artistic space for your next event.
Member’s Exhibitions: Small Works Off the Walls
Coinciding with the onset of the holiday shopping season, this gallery show features artworks of all mediums priced at $200 or less. All sales are “cash and carry,” meaning purchasers will get to take the piece with them when they buy it, instead of waiting until the end of the exhibit.
If you are an Alliance member, consider submitting two (2) original 2D or 3D artworks for exhibit in the gallery. Every artwork must be for sale and priced $200 or under.
Download the prospectus for more details.
37th Annual All Florida Exhibition
This annual show is the most anticipated of the year. As the name suggests, this exhibition features pieces created by artists working in a wide variety of media from all over the 65,000 square miles that make up Florida. The juried entries come together for an award-winning and exciting exhibition representing today’s contemporary Florida artists.
Awards include $1,000 cash for Best In Show, a 2nd Place gift certificate, $100 cash for 3rd place and Jurors Choice Award(s) of Alliance for the Arts membership(s).
Submissions are due by January 23, 2023.
Apply to be a featured artist at our monthly Wednesday Night Market!
Alliance for the Arts members may apply to be a featured artist during this monthly event which features a selection of fresh produce, art, live music, food trucks and beer and wine. Up to three members will be chosen each month to display and sell their artwork.
Hot Works Fine Art and Craft Shows have been recognized 18 times by national magazines and artist organizations as one of the “Top 100 Art Shows In America”.
With several upcoming art shows in Estero, Boca Raton, Sarasota, and Naples, there are many opportunities for artists to get involved. Visit the Hot Works website for more information and to apply as a vendor!
Upcoming Shows:
Estero Fine Art Shows:
October 22&23, 2022: Apply here.
January 7&8, 2023: Apply here.
Boca Raton Fine Art Shows (downtown):
November 5&6, 2022: Apply here.
December 10&11, 2022: Apply here.
January 28&29, 2023: Apply here.
Boca Raton Fine Art Shows (west):
December 31, 2022&January 1, 2023: Apply here.
February 25&26. 2023: Apply here.
Naples Fine Art Shows:
November 12&13, 2022: Apply here.
March 25&26, 2022: Apply here.
Sarasota Open Air Fine Art Shows:
November 19&20, 2022: Apply here.
January 21&22, 2023: Apply here.
February 11&12, 2023: Apply here.
March 11&12, 2023: Apply here.
April 1&2, 2023: Apply here.
Submission Deadline: September 30, 2022
AIRIE is inviting artists and creators alike to join the cast of almost 200 past and current AIRIE Fellows that have come to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Florida Everglades National Park. They will participate in an inspiring 4-week stay with opportunities to connect, share, research, and incubate ideas for their work. We also invite them to foster connection between other AIRIE Fellows and members of the arts communities in and around Miami with live performances and talks, tons of art galleries and happenings, and various gatherings with AIRIE board members and staff. Each Fellow is offered a $4000 research grant, institutional support from AIRIE’s network and partners, and accommodations in the Everglades National Park with additional financial support for travel and food.
In return the artists share their work and experience in the Everglades through public conversations, digital platforms, writing, and/or public viewing of artwork created during or resulting from their residency. The artists are also asked to prepare a presentation on their year-long research that will be delivered at the annual AIRIE Environment + Art Summit in December during Miami Art Week of each year. The Annual Environment + Art Summit in December 2023 will feature discussions, workshops, and a keynote address centered around the 2023 season theme: How can we make the outdoors a space of belonging?
To submit art:
Submission Deadline: October 17, 2022
Project Description
The Milk District Main Street seeks an artist or artist team(s) to submit qualifications for a dedicated site located near Anderson Street and Primrose Drive to provide an artistically rich installation that will capture the character and culture of our community, and visually enhance the public space while greeting people as they enter the District. Due to the project scope, submission of existing pieces is encouraged.
Site
The site is located at the southwest corner of Anderson Street and Primrose drive. As part of the Downtown Connector Trail, a new pocket park is being created on an easement provided by Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX). The site plan includes two locations for sculpture. Artist(s) are asked to submit a proposal that unifies both locations with a single piece of art or a proposal for two separate pieces that form a cohesive experience. Please note, there is no provision for dedicated lighting or electricity at the installation site, and proposals that require such will not be considered.
The park will serve the adjacent residential neighborhood and business district and provide a waypoint along the trail for users to stop and enjoy. (See the map of the Site Plan.)
The City of Orlando is funding the public art installation that will be integrated into the project landscape to enhance the site, creating a more scenic and cultural experience for bicyclists, pedestrians, trail users, and motorists.
To submit art:
ARTWORK DESCRIPTION:
(2) Two, three-dimensional (3D), free-standing, sculptural bicycle rack(s) to be installed adjacent to main entrances of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ new sports performance center with a focus on specified medium; steel (Reference Full Call to Artist HERE, pages 4-5. View size, page 13).
ARTISTIC SERVICES (The following activities will be required):
SITE LOCATION DESCRIPTION:
Outdoor sculptural bicycle racks will be located adjacent to the main entrance(s). Photographs available upon request, site under construction.
How to enter:
ARTWORK DESCRIPTION:
(1) One, three-dimensional (3D), free-standing, sculpture to be installed adjacent to main entrances of the Jacksonville Jaguars’ new sports performance center. Can include a light feature. Size 15’-20’h X 5’-7’w X 5’-7’d with a weight of no more than 1,000 lbs.
Materials: Metal, stone, glass, and/or other alternative or repurposed materials. Must withstand hurricane wind gusts of 145 mph.
ARTIST SERVICES (The following activities will be required):
SITE LOCATION DESCRIPTION:
Outdoor sculpture will be located adjacent to the main entrance(s). Photographs available upon request, site under construction.
Submissions are due: October 28, 2022
ARTWORK DESCRIPTION:
(1) One, large-format, digital mural designed for print on opaque vinyl and installed upon 1 of 3 mural locations along the South Façade of the Fan Amenity Grandstands. Viewable from the exterior of the building only.
ARTWORK SIZE: Mural Location Size: 12’h X 53’11”w
SUBSTRATE SURFACE:
The Morean Arts Center in St. Petersburg, FL, invites emerging artists currently residing in Florida to submit entries for possible exhibition in the seventh annual Fresh Squeezed: Emerging Artists in Florida. The exhibition will be held at the Morean Arts Center April 8 – June 22, 2023. The purpose of this exhibition is to nurture and advance the careers of emerging visual artists while also giving our community the opportunity to discover exciting new art being made in our region.
The Morean Galleries will be divided into six spaces for the purposes of this show, giving each selected artist what will essentially be a solo exhibition. Works in any medium will be accepted, and community-oriented, site-specific installations are encouraged (see gallery floor plan). Each artist will have the opportunity to participate in artist panels and gallery talks during the run of the exhibition, to enable them to interact with potential collectors and raise their visibility in our community. Morean staff will work closely with the selected artists to assist them in photographing, pricing and marketing their work. Our Fresh Squeezed program aims to provide emerging artists with resources needed to develop a sustainable artistic practice.
Eligibility: The exhibition and competition is open to all emerging artists (age 18 or older) who are current residents of Florida, without restriction to medium. The Morean is defining an emerging artist as one who has never had a solo show in the state of Florida. A solo show constitutes an exhibition in a gallery, arts center, or museum of at least three weeks in length and with an opening reception. One exception: solo BFA or MFA shows at a college or university are acceptable. All work must be original, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited at the Morean. The Morean’s curatorial staff has the final authority for selection.
The Jag Gallery Small Works Juried Exhibit has become a well-received exhibit showing works from artists around the world. Letty Nowak, owner of the gallery started hosting this show in her first space, the Lemonade Stand Gallery, in 2005. It has been an anticipated event ever since. The only requirements are that the artwork is original and does not exceed 10 inches in any direction (including the frame – if the artist chooses to frame as frames are not a requirement). We except 2D and 3D works for entry. Artists can submit up to six pieces for this call. Each individual artwork entered is $16. This year’s show will Jag Gallery in Key West, Florida. Opening Reception is December 17th.
Visions in Black is a juried art exhibition celebrating the talents and love of the arts by showcasing artists of African descent who reside in the State of Florida.
The exhibition in 2022 was very successful developing and promoting an exhibition representing college, graduate, and emerging professional artists of color to present their creative talents. Twenty-six artists were represented, and fourteen art works were sold at the opening reception attended by over 532 guests.
In 2023, Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative (SBAC) is pleased to announce a new exhibition concept representing Sarasota and Manatee Counties. We are extending our reach to Tampa and St. Petersburg identifying talented visual artists. Here is the concept engaging more exhibition opportunities for artists of color.
We are inviting you to submit your interest in being a part of the Suncoast Black Arts Collaborative 2023 Visions in Black Art Exhibition. All work must be for sale, original and completed within the past 3 years. You may submit up to 3 selections of your work. The artist will be responsible for transporting, shipping, and insurance to and from the exhibition. Please review the submission information and guidelines before you begin your application.
Discover the best art galleries and enjoy live demonstrations the first Friday of the the month! Artist will set-up between 5 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. and will be open from 6pm to 10 p.m.
Our vision is to introduce new artists, artwork and perspectives on art. We welcome exhibits with the work of established, early career and aspiring artists. Consider throwing your hat into the ring for a chance to show in our main gallery.
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Want to exhibit in our gift shop? We're always looking for new items and would love to see what you're up to. Please submit up to three images for your work and include a brief description. We will contact you directly upon availability of space.
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Theatre Conspiracy at the Alliance for the Arts Annual New Play Contest cycle is open now through March 2020. First place winners receive the Janet and Bruce Bunch Play Contest Award, $700 and a full production. However, it is our goal to produce more than one entry each year.
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On occasion—for select projects—we hold open calls for actors, musicians and other artists. Please check back periodically for notices. We do not have a resident or repertory company of actors and are always looking for new talent for our stages.
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Need a beautiful, but also artistic and inspiring space for your next event? From our amphitheatre, to our galleries and classrooms, the Alliance for the Arts has rental space to perfectly fit your next event in Fort Myers.
Seating for 1500 people
Acoustically enhanced
Sound and lights independently contracted
Must include a walk-through meeting 2 weeks prior to contract date
Must file a permit with the City of Fort Myers for the event (permit costs based on event needs)
Seats up to 135 people comfortably
Stage dimensions 21’x42′
Sound and lighting system
Dressing rooms
Includes lobby area adjacent to the theatre
Ideal for stand-up receptions for 100-200 people
Limited seating can be arranged
Event must accommodate current exhibition
Catering kitchen available
Theatre & Gallery Combo Prices are Available.
Seats up to 35 people classroom style
Private entrance
Workshop setup with tables available
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