Opportunities

Request for qualifications from artists and/or artist teams interested in creating site-specific artwork(s) for the Utah Tech University McDonald Building project. Professional artists and artist teams residing nationally are eligible for this commission.

ELIGIBILITY
Professional artists and artist teams residing in the United States are eligible for this commission. Artists living in Utah will receive additional weight in the review process. Applicants must have a U.S. Tax ID Number (SSN, EIN, ITIN, or other). Art Selection Committee members and staff of Utah Arts & Museums or VCBO Architects are not eligible to apply for this commission. All Art Selection Committee members will declare any conflict of interest and recuse themselves from the vote when reviewing artist applications.

BUDGET
$164,000 is available for the project. This project budget is for all related expenses of this Public Art commission, including (but not limited to) artist fees, fabrication, support structures, insurance, shipping, travel, lighting, installation, documentation, etc.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS
Interested artists may submit applications online via CallForEntry.org. Register at www.callforentry.org and follow the directions for registration and submitting material for this Public Art Request for Qualifications. The application process will prompt you for all necessary documents and information. This includes up to 10 images and/or up to one movie file of previous work, a CV or résumé, and a Statement of Interest explaining your interest in the project and how your work might relate to the project. Utah Arts & Museums will not be responsible for delayed applications or damaged electronic files. Faxed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.

Requirement Overview
Location Eligibility Type: National
Eligible Applicant Types: Artist
Submission Limit: 1
Media Requirements
Images | Min: 2, Max: 10
Audio | Min: 0, Max: 0
Video | Min: 0, Max: 2
Total | Min: 2, Max: 12

DEADLINE
Complete application packages must be RECEIVED by
July 15th by 11:59p.m. MT

Deadline:07/16/26
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Website: https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/opportunity/17709/CAFE

Southside Education and Training Center (SETC) Public Arts Project

Issued by: Alamo Colleges District
Location: San Antonio, Texas
Submission Deadline: August 17, 2026
Contact Email: ecastillo34@alamo.edu

Overview
The Alamo Colleges District seeks artists or artist teams interested in creating, fabricating, and installing a site-specific exterior sculpture for the Southside Education and Training Center (SETC), a member of the Alamo College District. This Request for Qualifications (RFQ) will establish a pool of pre-qualified artists who may be invited to submit a full art proposal in our Request for Proposals (RFP) application in the fall.

About the Southside Education & Training Center at the Alamo Colleges District
The Southside Education and Training Center (SETC) serves as a workforce development hub that prepares individuals for careers in high-demand industries. Its programs include Information Technology, Healthcare, Advanced Manufacturing, Skilled Trades, Business and Professional Services, Transportation and Logistics, and other industry-recognized credential pathways designed to meet regional workforce needs. SETC supports a diverse community of learners, including recent high school graduates, working adults seeking career advancement, military veterans and their spouses, career changers, underemployed and unemployed individuals, and lifelong learners from a wide range of cultural, educational, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
As a catalyst for economic mobility and workforce development across San Antonio’s South Side and the greater Bexar County region, SETC connects residents with education, employer partnerships, and meaningful career opportunities. Through accessible training and industry-aligned programming, the center strengthens both the local workforce and regional economy while fostering opportunity, resilience, innovation, and lifelong learning. SETC stands as an important community asset that empowers individuals and responds to the evolving needs of area employers.

Eligibility
This call is open to all professional artists or artist teams with experience in creating public art installations. Artists from all backgrounds, cultures, and artistic styles are encouraged to apply. Local and Texas-based artists are especially encouraged to participate and incorporate their unique insights into the project.

Specific Eligibility Requirements:

• Are 21 years of age or older
• Have experience with public or institutional art
• Can demonstrate successful completion of completed projects of this scale
  All qualified applicants will be considered.
  Submission Requirements

Please submit the following materials as a single PDF document:

1. Artist Statement (1 page maximum):

○ Describe your artistic approach and any relevant experience working on public art projects, particularly those requiring public engagement.

2. Resume or CV:

○ Highlight previous public art, mural, or community-based work.

3. Portfolio:

○ Include 5–10 images of past public art projects with brief descriptions (title, date, location, size, materials, budget).

○ For each sample, if applicable, include the title, date, location, dimensions, materials used, budget, and your role in the project.

4. References:

○ Provide contact information for two individuals familiar with your work in public or commissioned art.

Submission Instructions
● Format: Submit all materials in a single PDF document.

● Email: Send your submission to ecastillo34@alamo.edu with the subject line: "RFQ Submission – [Your Name]".

● Deadline: All submissions must be received by August 17, 2026.

Selection Process
Submissions will be reviewed based on:
● Artistic Quality and Originality: Demonstrated through past work and artist statement.

● Experience: Ability to execute projects efficiently and on time, with experience in public, urban, or collaborative settings.

● Flexibility: Responsiveness to site-specific needs and changing urban conditions.

Artists selected through this RFQ will be invited to submit a full art proposal and art rendering.
Timeline (Subject to Change)
● RFQ Release Date: July 1, 2026

● Submission Deadline: August 17, 2026

● Notification of Selection: October 2026

● RFP Deadline (if selected): November 2026

Contact Information
For questions or additional information, please contact:
Dr. Eric Castillo
Associate Vice Chancellor for Arts, Culture, and Community Impact/San Antonio Peace Center
Alamo Colleges District
ecastillo34@alamo.edu

Deadline: 08/17/26
Location: San Antonio Texas
Website: https://www.alamo.edu/about-us/offices-departments/departments/arts-culture-community

Call for Artists: 2026–2027 Artist-in-Residence Program

We invite applications from visual artists, performing artists, writers, musicians, theater makers, dance artists, poets, and multidisciplinary collectives for our 2026–2027 Artist-in-Residence program. Residency honorarium: $30,000.00

About the Residency
The Alamo Colleges District Artist-in-Residence program supports artists whose work engages communities, inspires learning, and expands artistic experiences for students across disciplines. Residents will create new work while participating in a collaborative educational environment.

Residency Expectations
Proposed residency activities, public programming, workshops, performances, exhibitions, and creative works developed during the residency should align with the mission, values, strategic priorities, and Moonshot commitment of the Alamo Colleges District while supporting student success, belonging, and community engagement.

Selected artists will:
● Develop a new body of work or performance project during the residency.
● Offer workshops or masterclasses sharing their artistic process at our 6 campuses.
● Present public programming (performance, exhibition, reading, or artist talk).
● Engage students from diverse academic areas, not solely arts majors.
● Provide a statement describing how their project connects to higher education and student learning.
● Contribute a legacy element such as donated artwork, digital documentation, or collaborative project outcome.
Optional opportunities include:
● Curating a student exhibition or performance showcase.
● Participating in a traveling exhibition/performance across campuses.
● Hosting virtual or hybrid talks for broader student access.

Who Should Apply
We welcome:
● Emerging and established artists.
● Individual artists and artist collectives.
● Artists committed to community engagement and educational collaboration.
● Artists from the Texas Commission on the Arts roster (encouraged but not required).

Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:
● Artistic quality and innovation.
● The relevance and impact of their work within the Alamo Colleges District service area, including engagement with and benefit to the local community.
● Potential for interdisciplinary engagement.
● Feasibility of proposed residency activities.

Application Materials

• Residency Application (see “Artist-in-Residence Application Requirements” below) addressing how they plan to fulfill all “Residency Expectations”.
• Portfolio (images, video, writing, or any other form of documentation that details and showcases the artist’s or artist collective’s scope of work)
• Two letters of recommendation from arts professionals and community leaders who can speak to the caliber of art, artistic creativity and innovation, and

Artist-in-Residence Application Requirements

1. Artist Information
   ● Full name
   ● Artistic discipline(s)
   ● Organization or collective name (if applicable)
   ● Website/social media/portfolio links
   ● City and state of residence
   ● Contact information
2. Artist Biography
   Length: 200–300 words
   A short professional biography describing:
   ● Artistic practice
   ● Career highlights
   ● Community or educational engagement experience
   ● Relevant exhibitions, performances, publications, or collaborations
3. Artist Statement
   Length: 500–750 words
   Applicants describe:
   ● Their artistic philosophy and practice
   ● Themes explored in their work
   ● Why they are interested in the residency
   ● How their work connects to students, learning, or community engagement
   This statement should help reviewers understand both the artist’s work and their approach to collaboration and education.
4. Residency Proposal
   Length: 1–3 pages
   The core project proposal should include:
   Project Description
   ● What the artist plans to create, develop, perform, research, or facilitate during the residency.
   Student & Community Engagement
   ● Workshops, performances, talks, collaborations, rehearsals, readings, demonstrations, or participatory activities.
   Academic Integration
   ● How the project could connect to coursework, disciplines, or student learning experiences.
   Legacy Component
   ● Proposed contribution such as:
   ○ Donated artwork
   ○ Documentation
   ○ Student showcase
   ○ Public archive
   ○ Performance recording
   ○ Collaborative project outcome
   Space/Technical Needs
   ● Studio, rehearsal, gallery, AV, performance, or installation requirements.
   The Alamo Colleges District reserves the opportunity to provide collaborative input and guidance regarding residency activities, public engagement components, and to approve the final development and/or presentation of creative work produced through the residency to ensure alignment with institutional priorities, educational goals, and community standards.
   Residency activities and creative projects should reflect and uphold the educational mission, institutional values, and public-serving responsibilities of the Alamo Colleges District while remaining consistent with applicable state and federal statutes, policies, and college procedures.
5. Work Samples
   Tailored by discipline.
   Visual Artists
   ● 10–15 images of recent work
   ● Optional exhibition documentation
   Performing Artists
   ● 3–5 video excerpts or performance recordings
   Literary Artists/Poets
   ● 5–10 pages of writing
   ● Audio/video readings
   Musicians/Composers
   ● Audio recordings and/or live performance videos
   Multidisciplinary Artists
   ● Combination of media samples
   Applicants should include:
   ● Title
   ● Medium
   ● Date
   ● Brief description/context
6. Workshop or Engagement Proposal
   Length: 1 page or less
   Describe:
   ● Potential workshops, classes, or public engagement activities
   ● Intended audience
   ● Learning goals or outcomes
   ● Format (interactive, lecture-demo, collaborative, etc.)
   This helps assess teaching and facilitation capacity.
7. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
   Include:
   ● Education/training
   ● Exhibitions/performances/publications
   ● Residencies
   ● Teaching/community engagement experience
   ● Awards/grants
8. References
   Typically 2–3 professional references.
9. Access & Accessibility Statement
   Applicants should describe:
   ● How they create accessible artistic experiences
   ● Approaches to working with diverse communities and learners
10. Collective/Collaborative Statement
    For ensembles or collectives:
    ● Describe collaborative structure
    ● Roles of members and shared artistic vision
    All completed applications must be submitted by August 1, 2026, to:
    Dr. Eric Castillo, Associate Vice Chancellor for Arts, Culture, and Community Impact
    Alamo Community Colleges District
    Submit application and/or questions to: Ecastillo34@alamo.edu

Deadline: 08/01/26
Location: San Antonio Texas
Website: https://www.alamo.edu/about-us/offices-departments/departments/arts-culture-community

Round Rock Summer Arts Fest is our signature downtown arts event. We are looking for Artist Exhibitors at our event.

The Round Rock Summer Arts Fest is a new arts festival located in the heart of Downtown Round Rock. Round Rock Summer Arts Fest features hundreds of artists, exhibitors, sponsors, local and regional musicians, theatrical performances plus a variety of foods and drinks.  Round Rock Summer Arts Fest is hosted by City of Round Rock Arts and Culture and is a showcase for a large variety of fine art, fine crafts, and other exhibitors and provides patrons with the opportunity to meet and talk with the artists who create the work.

Jury and Selection Process
There are approximately 100 Exhibitor Booths available at the Round Rock Summer Arts Fest. These potential slots will be determined through a jury process from the application you submit. We are looking for creative, interesting, and original types of products and booths. As this is a juried event, if you are not selected for a spot, we will refund your application fee.
Applications/guidelines: https://roundrock.jotform.com/form/RoundRock-SummerArtsFest-exhibitor

Deadline: 07/20/26
Location: Round Rock, TX
Website: https://roundrock.jotform.com/form/RoundRock-SummerArtsFest-exhibitor

The City of Waco seeks qualifications from professional artists or artist teams for a mosaic public art installation at the new Alice Martinez Rodriguez Park (AMR Park). Located along Clay Avenue, the 30-acre park is designed to be Waco’s largest and most inclusive destination park and is anticipated to open in fall 2026.
Creative Waco is facilitating the artist selection process on behalf of the City of Waco, including this RFQ and the subsequent RFP phase for the selected finalist.

Conceptual Guidance:
The commissioned artwork will be installed on the exterior restroom building within the park, in a recessed alcove that includes bench seating. The mosaic will function as a highly visible architectural focal point and should enhance the experience of park visitors while contributing to the cultural identity of the site.

The artwork should celebrate Hispanic heritage and reflect the cultural significance of both the surrounding neighborhood and the park’s namesake, Alice Martinez Rodriguez, a respected local Hispanic leader. Because the restroom structure is located within the park’s culture-themed perimeter, the design should thoughtfully incorporate themes, patterns, motifs, and color palettes inspired by Hispanic culture and broader Hispanic visual traditions.

Artists are encouraged to consider design approaches that may include, but are not limited to:
bold color and strong visual impact
decorative patterning and repetition
motifs inspired by family, community, heritage, nature, celebration, or resilience
imagery or abstraction that feels welcoming, joyful, and rooted in cultural pride
The City is interested in artwork that is vibrant, durable, family-friendly, and appropriate for a public park setting. While artists are not being asked to submit design proposals at the RFQ stage, applicants should demonstrate through prior work that they can create mosaic artwork with a strong sense of place, cultural sensitivity, and visual excellence.
A community engagement component will also be part of the project. Finalists invited to the RFP stage will receive more information and may be asked to propose how they would incorporate meaningful public engagement into their process.

Site & Technical Context:
Installation site: exterior restroom building at AMR Park
Artwork location: recessed alcove/bench “backsplash”
Wall dimensions: 10.5 feet wide x 3.9 feet high
Approximate surface area: 42 square feet
Detailed site specifications, installation parameters, and project requirements will be provided to the selected finalist during the RFP phase.

https://waco.culturalyst.com/opportunities/440cd6e4-cdcc-4be0-9aee-08bec05d4a9b

Deadline: 07/04/26
Location: Waco, Texas
Website: https://waco.culturalyst.com/creativewaco

For a limited time, Sunspot Lit is calling for single works of novella-length fiction or nonfiction in any category, including memoir, literary, genre, and historical. Open July 1 through July 31. See guidelines and submission form, along with the journal’s other open calls (including art), here: https://sunspotlit.submittable.com/submit.

Deadline: 07/31/26
Location: Online
Website: http://www.SunspotLit.com

Call for Artists: Sims Bayou Trailheads Public Art Commission, Houston ($14,000)
UP Art Studio and the South Post Oak Redevelopment Authority (TIRZ 9) invite artists to a paid Open Call to transform four concrete trailhead structures at Buffalo Speedway and Sims Bayou into a welcoming gateway to the regional trail network in southwest Houston.

Commission: The selected artist or team receives a $14,000 all-inclusive fee. Materials, surface preparation, lift and equipment, traffic control, public safety, and a protective clear coat are covered separately by the project. Three shortlisted artists each receive a $500 stipend for concept development.

Who should apply: Houston-area and regional artists are especially encouraged. Brush experience is preferred; prior experience with mineral paint is not required, and technical guidance is provided. Artists with ties to the Five Corners, Hiram Clarke, and South Houston communities will receive special consideration.

How to apply: Submit through the application portal at https://form.jotform.com/261377886267171 by 11:59 PM CST on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Info sessions (virtual): Monday, June 15, 2026, 12 to 1 PM and 6 to 7 PM CST. Register at https://form.jotform.com/261527874415160.

Questions: info@upartstudio.org

Deadline: 07/01/26
Location: Houston, TX
Website: https://form.jotform.com/261377886267171

Starting Salary Range is $85,841.60 - $90,220. The initial salary offer is commensurate with education and related work experience.

Lee College’s Performing Arts Center is poised to be the cultural heart of Southeast Texas where artistry and community converge, where students discover confidence through creative expression, and where the region gathers for unforgettable cultural experiences. The ADGM will be a steward of both artistic possibility and institutional excellence, positioned to leave a lasting legacy that enriches the College, the community, and the broader arts landscape.

Lee College seeks a dynamic and visionary Artistic Director & General Manager (ADGM) to lead the Performing Arts Center (PAC) into its next era of art excellence. This dual-role executive will serve as both the chief creative voice and administrative leader for the PAC, developing bold artistic programming, managing operational and financial functions, and activating community partnerships that position the PAC as a cultural magnet for Southeast Texas. The successful candidate will embody artistic passion, strategic leadership, equitable community engagement, and business acumen to strengthen the PAC’s reputation locally and regionally while advancing the College’s mission of access, education, and impact.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Artistic Vision & Leadership
Chart the creative course of the PAC with strategic artistic planning
Define and implement a compelling multi-year artistic vision that reflects Lee College’s mission and regional aspirations
Curate seasonal programming that spans disciplines (theater, music, dance, lectures, film, and interdisciplinary arts) and appeals to diverse audiences.
Champion inclusive, innovative, and community-reflective artistic voices, welcoming both established artists and emerging talent.
Establish the PAC as a destination for signature events, festivals, and competitions
Serve as the public artistic spokesperson for the PAC, embodying its mission through public engagement, media presence, and community representation
Operational & Administrative Strategy
Lead the administrative engine of the PAC with excellence and efficiency
Oversee day-to-day operations including front-of-house, ticketing systems, production planning, box office, facilities scheduling, and safety compliance
Manage and optimize PAC budgets, financial planning, reporting, and resource allocation
Promote sound financial practices, including revenue diversification through ticket sales, rentals, sponsorships, and partnerships
Collaborate with Lee College leadership on strategic planning, policy development, and institutional alignment
Ensure quality systems for patron services, performance support, staffing, and vendor relations
Community & Educational Partnerships
Activate the PAC as a community staple and educational engine
Forge and grow partnerships with K-12 schools, regional arts organizations, nonprofit allies, UIL districts, and higher education institutions
Lead outreach programs bridging performing arts with community learning such as workshops, masterclasses, student showcases, and youth engagement initiatives
Advance opportunities for underserved populations to access arts experiences, reinforcing cultural participation
Serve as an ambassador for Lee College and the PAC in civic, cultural, and economic development contexts
Fundraising & Resource Development
Sustain and expand financial support for artistic excellence
In collaboration with development staff, co-lead fundraising strategy including cultivation of PAC donors, sponsorships, grants, and major gifts
Collaborate with advancement staff, foundations, and community investors to secure mission-critical resources
Prepare compelling proposals, reports, and presentations for funding partners
Team Leadership & Organizational Culture
Cultivate a high-performing, team culture
Recruit, hire, supervise, and mentor PAC staff, including technical, administrative, marketing, and production teams
Champion professional development within the PAC staff
Support cross-departmental collaboration across Lee College

Additional Duties & Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Master’s (or higher) degree in Arts Administration, Performing Arts Leadership, Arts Management, or related field OR equivalent professional experience
Minimum seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive leadership experience in performing arts programming, arts administration, or cultural institution management with a track record of strategic artistic visioning and operational success
Demonstrated success in community engagement, partnership cultivation, and audience development
Proven financial literacy including budgeting, revenue generation, fundraising, and fiscal oversight
Excellent communicator with strong presentation, public speaking, and stakeholder relationship skills
Commitment to broad access, usability, and arts education for people of all ages and backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a higher education performing arts environment, or arts leadership within a cultural institution of comparable size and scope
Strong network within the regional and national arts community, with experience negotiating artistic collaborations, touring agreements, and resident artist partnerships
Demonstrated capacity to innovate in digital engagement, audience growth strategies, and hybrid arts programming
Teaching or mentoring experience in arts education appreciated
Lee College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

Deadline: 07/23/26
Location: Baytown, TX
Website: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lee/jobs/5361821/artistic-director-general-manager-performing-arts-center?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

The City of Georgetown Arts and Culture Program sponsors an annually rotating Sculpture Tour in the Downtown Georgetown Cultural District and surrounding areas of the Georgetown community.

Application Deadline: August 1st, 2026

Project Description:
Beginning June 1st, 2026, The City of Georgetown’s Arts and Culture Board will invite artist entries for the 2026-2027 Annual Georgetown Sculpture Tour – a juried, year-long outdoor exhibition in Georgetown’s historic Cultural District and surrounding areas of the Georgetown community. Each artist may submit up to (3) sculptures for consideration.

Eligibility:
This opportunity is open to all professional artists over the age of 18.

Stipends:
All sculptures selected for the 2026-2027 Sculpture Tour will receive a cash prize awarded by the City of Georgetown Arts & Culture Board, which includes (1) $2,500 First Prize, (1) $2,000 Second Prize, (1) $1,500 Third Prize, and up to (12) $1,000 Honorable Mention awards. Judging will occur in October 2026, and checks will be mailed in November 2026. Prizes will be announced in October at the Autumn Art Stroll Sculpture Tour Awards + Concert on October 16, 2026! The Arts and Culture Program will receive a 25% commission on any sculpture sold during the exhibit period.

Installation date:
Installations will take place the first week of October 2026 by appointment. Delivery and pickup are the artist’s responsibility; sculptures will be installed by City of Georgetown Parks and Recreation staff working with the artist. Sculptures will be removed in October 2027 by appointment.

Apply:
Submit your application through Submittable.com between June 1st and August 1st, 2026.

Deadline: 08/01/26
Location: Georgetown, TX
Website: https://visit.georgetown.org/georgetown_art_center/for_artists/sculpture_tour_call.php

Vignette Art Fair 2026
In service of our mission, Texas Vignette presents an annual art fair exclusively featuring works by women artists from Texas. As a fully submission-based art fair, with 100% of all sales going directly to the artists, Vignette promotes exceptional yet underrepresented regional talent.

The Board of Texas Vignette is pleased to announce the return of the annual Vignette Art Fair, curated by Alison de Lima Greene at On The Levee, in the design district.

Women artists creating work in Texas are invited to apply for Vignette Art Fair 2026 until July 2, 2026
Submission Schedule
May 29: Call for submissions open
July 2: Call for submissions closes
August 17: Works selected; artists notified
September 28-30: Art drop-off and install
October 1-3: Vignette Art Fair 2026

Application Requirements
To apply for Vignette Art Fair 2026, please include the following on your application:
$36 application fee
All works submitted for consideration must be for sale
If a selected work sells prior to installation, notify us so we can work with you on a possible replacement
Artists have found most success in the $500-$1,000 price range
Artist statement, bio, CV, and a link to your website and/or Instagram handle

Exhibition history
Type of media that best describes your work
Images of works submitted must be for consideration in the Fair
Do not submit images/documentation of work you would not want to be included in the Fair
If you intend to exhibit your work framed, please ensure the frame is in the documentation

Dimensions of each work
Please include the FRAMED size of each work if your work is framed
Please include the monitor size (screen and overall dimensions, including base if using) and if you’d prefer to have it wall mounted or on a pedestal.

Price of each work submitted
If you have any questions during the submission process, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will also re-post last year’s informational webinar in June, so keep your eyes peeled on our social media!

Eligibility Criteria
If you are a woman artist living and working in Texas, you are eligible to apply for Vignette Art Fair 2026. All works submitted for consideration must be for sale.

Deadline: 07/02/26
Location: Dallas, TX
Website: https://www.texasvignette.org

Burleson Studios Murals
Foundation Communities is seeking a proficient artist to design and create a series of resident-chosen, indoor murals at an upcoming affordable housing community. Please visit the link in this posting to view the RFP, which includes project details and submittal requirements.

Deadline: 7/1/26
Location: Austin, TX

Website: https://foundationcommunities.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/FCDevelopmentTeamSharePoint/IQDY3QIfNg7RSa_y1l0G_Z1pAbLmtjZ_GaRRvU_ESOt8BOw?e=2AzLFh

Cedar Park Community Sculpture Garden

Become an exciting part of Cedar Park by submitting your work for a year-long period of display in the Cedar Park Community Sculpture Garden. The City is accepting entries of large scale, free standing and interactive sculptures and welcomes all artists - professional, amateur and student. Applications are due by July 17th and successful entries selected for display will receive a cash stipend which includes 1) $2,000 First Prize, 2) $1,500 Second Prize 3) $1000 Third Prize 4) $500 Honorable Mention. Artists will be notified of their inclusion in the Sculpture Garden by August 17th . Prize winners will be selected and announced at the Annual Taste of Cedar Park event in October.

For more information, go to: https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11939/2026-Sculpture-Garden-Call-for-Entries

To submit an entry, visit https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/667/Art-in-Cedar-Park

Deadline: 07/17/26
Location: Cedar Park, Texas
Website: https://www.cedarparktexas.gov/667/Art-in-Cedar-Park

The Department of Public Safety is seeking artists for design concepts for a permanent commemorative artwork in the form of etched glass in the lobby of the new DPS Training Academy in Florence, Texas. One artist will be chosen from the initial design entries to develop a final layout to be utilized in a following bid for fabrication. Please connect to the website for additional details, include full scope, schedule and submittal requirements. https://www.americanartresources.com/call-to-artists-dps . Questions: submissions@americanartresources.com

Deadline: 07/07/26
Location: Austin/Florence Texas
Website: https://www.americanartresources.com/call-to-artists-dps

Art For The People Gallery Invites Art Submissions for Upcoming Group Exhibition, Spirit of Space
Submissions Accepted: Saturday, July 11, 2026 – Sunday, July 26, 2026
Exhibition Runs: Saturday, August 22, 2026 – Friday, October 30, 2026
Opening Reception: Saturday, August 22, 2026
Art For The People Gallery (Austin, TX) invites artists based in Central Texas to submit original artwork exploring the immeasurable and the immediate for an upcoming group exhibition, Spirit of Space.

From the vastness of outer space to the quiet observation of light moving across a wall, space shapes how we relate to ourselves, to one another, and to the unknown. Works that reflect our evolving relationship with space and the world we inhabit are encouraged. All mediums and interpretations are welcome.

Travel expectations: Selected artists are expected to attend an in-person artwork review, artwork drop-off, and the exhibition opening. Please ensure you are able to travel to Austin, TX, multiple times in August 2026 before applying.
Art For The People Gallery strives to reflect the breadth of our creative community. We accept recently created, gallery-ready works and are committed to making quality art accessible to a wide range of collectors through thoughtfully priced original artwork.

Additional details and submission instructions can be found at artforthepeoplegallery.com or follow us on social media @aftpgallery.

Deadline: 07/26/26
Location: Austin, TX
Website: https://www.artforthepeoplegallery.com/open-call

Celebrate the McKinney Asian Art and Food Festival 2026 by designing a vibrant and colorful poster that embodies the spirit of peace, love, and unity. We are looking for artwork that reflects welcoming communities coming together to promote harmony and cultural understanding. Check out the following information to ensure your entry covers all the required information and elements!

Deadline: 07/15/26
Location: Online
Website: https://mckinneymoonfest.org/design/