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Offsite Gallery Call for Hampton Roads Artists
Hampton Roads artists in the 7 cities are invited to submit an exhibition proposal to exhibit in 2024. Location: The Offsite Gallery, MacArthur Center, Monticello Avenue, Norfolk, VA Deadline: 12.31.2023 The City of Norfolk’s Offsite Gallery is a cultural hub and creative outlet for local artists, fostering exploration, and community engagement. We hope to exhibit … Offsite Gallery Call for Hampton Roads Artists
View PostIlluminate: Interactive Art Competition
Calling All Creatives! 757 Makerspace is thrilled to announce an interactive art competition in collaboration with the NEON District and Tidewater Burners, as part of the 8th annual NEON Festival. This year’s theme, “ILLUMINATE,” invites artists to explore the mesmerizing interplay of light, color, and technology in their interactive artworks. All submitted art pieces must … Illuminate: Interactive Art Competition
View PostGlass Studio Assistantship Program
The Chrysler Museum Glass Studio Assistantship is an educational opportunity designed for emerging artists who have recently completed an undergraduate degree program in glass, or who are pursuing a professional career working in glass. There are two competitive six-month assistantship sessions per year: Spring: Mid-January–Mid-July Fall: Mid-July–Mid-January The program provides practical, professional studio experience in … Glass Studio Assistantship Program
View PostCall for Artists: Kindred Art Project
The Franklin Johnston Group and Brinshore Development invite Norfolk’s talented artists to be part of the ‘Kindred Art Project.’ Be a part of the transformation of Tidewater Gardens in St. Paul’s by showcasing your artwork in the new ‘Kindred Apartment Homes’ public spaces. Fifteen or more Norfolk-based artists will be commissioned to paint or design … Call for Artists: Kindred Art Project
View PostCall for Art: Diversity Gallery
Join the Norfolk Botanical Garden in celebrating the tapestry of cultures and voices within our community! Calling all talented local artists of color in Hampton Roads to submit your diverse artworks for the Norfolk Botanical Garden’s upcoming Diversity Gallery. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your creativity, perspectives, and cultural expressions and is open … Call for Art: Diversity Gallery
View PostCall for Artists & Performers
Always wanted to join in the NEON Festival fun? Now’s the time with the NEON District accepting submissions from artists and performers for programming. This year, the 8th Annual NEON Festival takes place around the district on October 19 and 20, from 6 to 10 pm. The NEON Festival programming is driven by the community, … Call for Artists & Performers
View PostCall 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 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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