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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 Post5 Fun Ways to Experience Visual Arts in the NEON
The NEON District is home to many of Norfolk’s most beloved art organizations and an incredible, ever-expanding collection of public art. Since 2014, there have been 120 different public art projects ranging from large-scale murals to custom spinning neon signs. It’s a place where classic sculptures on the campus of the Chrysler Museum of Art … 5 Fun Ways to Experience Visual Arts in the NEON
View PostOctober 2023
A little rain can’t stop the NEON Festival! Thanks to those of you that attended the 8th Annual NEON Festival! Whether you were an artist, performer, attendee, volunteer, or sponsor of the festival, we want to hear from you through a quick survey.
View PostNEON Shines Bright with the Arts
When urbanist and scholar, Richard Florida, first introduced the “creative class” into our popular lexicon back in the early aughts, his ideas were heralded as being transformative and sexy, yet rooted in substantial data…all of which led to buy-in from urban planners and downtown revivalists throughout the country.
View PostSeptember 2023
New murals and art projects make their debut, plus the 8th Annual NEON Festival is here to light up the district!
View PostVolunteer at NEON Festival
Volunteers are needed on Friday, October 20 during the second evening of the NEON Festival. Two shifts are available, 6pm to 8pm and 8pm to 10pm. Jobs include pouring beer, assisting at the information booth and guiding visitors around the District. Register here. Thanks for partying down with NEON!
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 Post9th Annual NEON Festival
The 9th annual NEON Festival returned to NFK October 18 & 19, 2024. The nights were lit with performances, music, murals, art and more! Stay tuned for 2025's tenth anniversary celebration!
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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