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Call for Artists Summer 2023
The NEON District is seeking one or more artists to complete a large-scale mural at the highly visible intersection of Granby Street and Brambleton Avenue. Importantly, the site is a primary gateway into the district, with more than 40,000 cars passing by a day. The corner has played an integral role in the neighborhood’s development … Call for Artists Summer 2023
View PostHampton Roads Student Gallery
For over 30 years Student Gallery has provided students in 11th and 12th grade the opportunity to exhibit their artwork in leading museums and institutions in the Hampton Roads Region of Virginia. Students participate annually through teacher and school administrator solicitation. A panel of knowledgeable art professionals are hired to act as un-biased jurors to … Hampton Roads Student Gallery
View PostCall for Artists: Norfolk Arts
The City of Norfolk, Virginia seeks to hire a multidisciplinary team of artists to create a mural and event. Budget: $10,000 Location: Norfolk, Virginia, USA Deadline: 02.22.2023 Questions: karen.rudd@norfolk.gov The City of Norfolk seeks to hire a multidisciplinary team of artists to create a mural and event. The team could consist of mural artist(s), theatre artist(s), performance artist(s), … Call for Artists: Norfolk Arts
View PostCall for Vendors: Holiday Market
Calling all creative and crafty vendors to the NEON Holiday Market! One of the favorite events of the NEON calendar, the local market at the Plot can accommodate 30 vendors. On Saturday, December 10 from 12pm to 4pm, bring your art and handmade goods to sell to more than 600 shoppers passing through. Apply by … Call for Vendors: Holiday Market
View PostCall for Artists: NEON Stars
The NEON District will be lit this season! At the gateway into Downtown Norfolk, the NEON District often provides the first glimpse of city lights, historic buildings and bustling streets to visitors. One or more new artists will be selected to refresh the District’s creative holiday décor this fall. The NEON Stars adds to the … Call for Artists: NEON Stars
View Post7th Annual NEON Festival
The 7th annual NEON Festival returned to NFK October 20 & 21, 2022. The nights were lit with performances, music, murals, art and more!
Learn MoreCall For Artists
Hundreds of artists have passed through NEON walls over the years. Big or small, international or your next door neighbor, high school student or college professor - artists of all kinds and skill levels are welcome to contribute to the NEON District's public art collection. Apply for project-based open calls throughout the year to join the club.
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