The 6th National Unusual Frida Art Show

Artists are invited to submit entries for an art exhibition celebrating Frida Kahlo, February 19 - March 15, 2026 at CityArts in Orlando, Florida. Frida lived and created with extraordinary honesty. She turned pain into power, identity into pride, and emotion into art. This exhibition invites artists to honor that spirit not by portraying her face, but by expressing the raw human truths she revealed: strength rising from adversity; identity and belonging; joy and sorrow coexisting; beauty born from resilience. We are seeking bold, emotional, and unconventional artwork that channels the courage Frida carried every day of her life. Open to U.S.-based artists only (excluding HI & PR). One artwork per artist. All fine art media accepted (no jewelry, wearable art, or video). Size: Minimum 18" - Maximum 36" in any direction. $30 (non-refundable) entry fee. Deadline: January 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 407-435-8417.

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Mid-Atlantic Juried Show

The McGuffey Art Center in Charlottesville, VA announces a call to artists for the second annual Mid-Atlantic Juried Show, April 3-25, 2026. Jurors: Maya Brooks and Karen E. Milbourne, PhD. Any artist residing in Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Washington DC, or North Carolina may enter. All work must be original and completed within the last three years. The competition is open to the following categories: painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, fiber, sculpture and mixed media. 2-D entries should not exceed 8 feet in any direction. No entry that requires the artist to be present for moving or assembly will be accepted. $35 entry fee. Deadline: January 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 434-295-7973.

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The Color of Light

Carrollwood Cultural Center in Tampa, FL seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, February 4-28, 2026. First, Second, Third and 4 Honorable Mentions. Open to all living artists within the State of Florida who are 15 years old and older. Please note this is a family facility so blatant violence, guns or nudity will not be accepted. Artwork must be original. We accept 2D and limited 3D creations including watercolor, acrylic, oil, pastel, assemblage, encaustic, mixed media, sculpture, photography, quilts and fiber. Large works up to 50 inches in either dimension but nothing smaller than 8" x 10" will be accepted. $25 for up to 2 artworks. $12 for ech additional artwork up to 5. Deadline: January 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (813) 922-8167.

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M.A.D. Make A Difference Art Exhibition & Sale

Taking place March 20-22, 2026 at Station No.2 in Wilmington, NC, this national juried exhibition invites artists and audiences to explore how art can be a catalyst for change. Presented by ARTnNCevents, M.A.D. showcases powerful works that confront, question, and inspire. The theme challenges artists to interpret what it means to make a difference in their own lives, in their communities, and in the world. Whether it's choosing self-care, advocating for justice, protecting the environment, or fostering connection, this show celebrates the many ways we can take meaningful action. M.A.D. will feature artists across a range of mediums - from painting and sculpture to photography and mixed media - each telling stories of resilience, activism, growth, and vision. Proceeds from art sales will support both the artists and future community-based exhibitions. $45 entry fee. Deadline: February 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 910-508-7630.

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Annual Juried Art Exhibition

The Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, VA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, April 3-24, 2026. Cash Awards with Best in Show- $1000. Juror: Heath Ballowe. Open to U.S. residents, 18 years or older, working in the following disciplines; painting, photography, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, fiber, glass, ceramics, wood, metal and mixed media. All work submitted must be original (no reproductions), not done under supervision, not made from kits or patterns. All work must be suitably prepared for installation. The curator reserves the right to deny entry if any work is deemed not suitable for display or too difficult to install. Entries must have been completed after January 1, 2017, and not previously exhibited in a Lynchburg juried art show. $45 entry fee. Deadline: February 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 434-528-3256 ext. 122.

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56th International Exhibit - Louisiana Watercolor Society

The Louisiana Watercolor Society announces its 56th International Exhibit, May 4-22, 2026 at Place St. Charles in downtown New Orleans, LA. 1st Prize - $2500. Estimated up to $9,000 in cash and merchandise awards. Juror: Matthew Bird AWS, NWS. Read the prospectus for eligibility and new rules that allow more water-based media and substrates. Entry fee: $30 +. Deadline: February 14, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 225-454-0024.

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