Kolaj Institute is now accepting applications for the PoetryXCollage Residencies, Spring 2026. Two residencies, a five-session virtual residency (The Elusive X) and an in-person residency in New Orleans (The Fragment as Verse on the Wall), support artists working at the intersection of poetry and collage. Participants will explore interdisciplinary practice, community exchange, and strategies for presenting work on the page and the gallery wall. Led by Jennifer Roche and Ric Kasini Kadour, the residencies include presentations, discussion, and peer feedback. The in-person residency coincides with the exhibition The Fragment as Verse and the New Orleans Poetry Festival.
Temporary
Open Call: Sound in Visions: Music is the Muse
About the Exhibition: Auditory and visual art have often had a symbiotic, intertwining relationship. Both use composition, rhythm, harmony, texture, and movement to communicate. Each distinct expression sparks creativity within the other—highlighting, contrasting, even blending into one another. We think of works by Matisse, Kandinsky and Stuart Davis transforming sound and rhythm into color and brushstroke; the breathtaking use of deconstructed instruments in sculptures by Armand. Artists have long captured musicians in portraiture, or become musicians themselves by creating their own instruments. As commentary or collaboration, music and visual art make a compelling pair. This exhibition will feature artwork influenced by, depicting or incorporating items associated with music or musicians. Let the music be your muse!
Eligibility:
- Open nationally to artists of all backgrounds and ages.
- All mediums are welcome. All work submitted should be display ready. Please note that no giclée prints of original art/non-photographic art will be accepted. No AI please.
- Please note if artwork is interactive.
Submission Guidelines:
- Artists may submit up to three pieces of original artwork for consideration.
- Work must have been made within the last two years.
- Submissions must be accompanied by a brief artist statement (50-100 words) explaining the inspiration and significance of the artwork. This statement may be displayed alongside the artwork in the exhibition.
- Artists should include a short bio (100-150 words) highlighting their background, artistic journey, and any relevant experiences or achievements.
Exhibition Details:
- Venue: ACCI Gallery Berkeley, CA
- Admission to view the exhibition: free and open to the public
- Submission Deadline: Sunday, March 22, 2026
- Deliver Art to ACCI Gallery – Sunday, April 26, 12-5pm, Monday,
April 27, 11am-5pm - Exhibition Dates: Saturday May 2, 2026 – Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Opening Reception: Saturday, May 2, 2026
- Pick Up Artwork: Monday, June 1st
How to Apply: Complete the online application linked on this page.
Pay the submission fee of $35.00
Selected artists will be notified via email and will have the opportunity to participate in the exhibition.
SPECIFICATIONS
Artists may submit up to three pieces of art for consideration.
All pieces in the exhibition must be for sale. The artist will receive 50% of the sales price and the ACCI Gallery will take a 50% commission. An ACCI consignment agreement will be required for all exhibiting artists.
Image files must be .jpg file format, minimum 900 pixels on long edge. Quality images suitable for print are highly preferred.
Participating work must be delivered ready to hang/install.
Turning Points
Apply now to Turning Points photography exhibition at Cabrillo Gallery, juried by Ann Jastrab, the powerhouse Director of the Center for Photographic Art. Deadline January 21, 2026.
Turning points can be dramatic “Aha!” moments or subtle insights that quietly nudge us in a new direction. Big events in our personal lives can spin us around in disorienting ways, like falling in or out of love or dealing with the death of loved ones. On a grander scale political, economic, or societal sea changes can alter the course of millions of people’s lives. But even something as simple as a tap on the shoulder by a friend or a change in the weather can present a turning point in our trajectory for a minute, an hour, or a day.
We invite you to share your visions of what a turning point can be. All photographic capture and printing processes are eligible.
For more information and to apply, please go to link for call in CaFÉ or visit the gallery website @ cabrillo.edu/cabrillo-gallery/turning-points/
*FREE* International Call for Art – 6×6
Artwork entries accepted now through April 4
Mail International Entries by April 1 / U.S. by April 7
Each summer Rochester Contemporary Art Center’s 6×6 exhibition brings together thousands of original artworks, made and donated by celebrities, international & local artists, designers, youth and YOU. Each artist may enter up to four artworks of any medium except glitter (2D or 3D). Artworks must be six inches square (15cm) and signed only on the back, to be exhibited anonymously. Participation is free. All artworks will be exhibited and for sale to the public for $20 each to benefit RoCo. Artists’ names will be revealed to the buyer upon purchase and all artworks remain on display through the end of the exhibition in July. Limit four artworks per school or school group (no limit for colleges).
Optional Theme: The City of Rochester Logo
This year, artists may choose to create a 6×6 featuring the City of Rochester’s logo. These “Flower City” artworks will be installed together on a dedicated wall as part of a community-wide celebration of this iconic graphic. This theme is entirely optional—as always, all 6×6 artworks will be accepted and displayed regardless of theme.
– NEW: The first 6000 artworks received will be exhibited in Gallery & Online. 6000+ will be exhibited online only. Send your art early to ensure in-gallery & online display.
– Artwork entry is FREE
– Drop off artworks at RoCo during normal gallery hours Wed-Sat 12-5pm/Friday 12-9pm until April 4.
or mail artworks by April 7 to:
Rochester Contemporary Art Center
137 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14604
USA
6×6 will be on view in person and online June – July 2026!
For more information:
Email us at info@rochestercontemporary.org
Call us at 585-461-2222
Visit roco6x6.org
#RoCo6x6 @RoCo137
You Made It! – Call for Queer Artists
Exhibition Title: You Made It!
Deadline to Apply: February 27th, 2026
Exhibition Dates: March 18th, 2026 – May 13th, 2026
Location: FOLD Gallery
Mediums: Photography (analog, digital, alt processes), mixed media, painting, printmaking, sculpture, fibers arts
Exhibition Statement:
You Made It! celebrates the relief of arrival and the hard won beauty of belonging. Through intimate scenes, gentle gestures, and affirming spaces, the exhibition centers queer artists’ construction of home, comfort, and connection. These works invite viewers into a place where nothing needs to be explained, a reminder that sometimes, simply being is enough.
Artist Prompt:
From your perspective as a queer artist, reflect on senses of safety, belonging, or quiet joy. Consider spaces, relationships, routines, or moments where identity feels affirmed and at rest. Let the work exist without tension or resolution, let it be rooted instead in comfort, presence, and being seen.
Submission Guidelines:
Please submit photos of 4-10 finished pieces, artist bio (250 words max), and website to info@folddtla.com.
If chosen, you will be contacted directly via email with drop off instructions and consignment details.
Spring Camp Assistant
Position Summary
The ICA San Diego is looking for a Spring Camp Assistant to provide operational support for the ICA Spring Art Camp. The position will work closely with the Education Manager and assist with the successful operation of the ICA’s seasonal Art Spring Camp. ICA Spring Art Camp takes place at ICA North in Encinitas (1578 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024)
from March 30 – April 3.
Responsibilities
● On-site for student check-in and pick-up, in coordination with Education Manager, make sure necessary paperwork is ready before check-in and pick-up
● Respond to any emergency situations involving campers, CPR certification required (ICA covers)
● Attend to miscellaneous student needs
● Give breaks to Teaching Artists
● Run arts and crafts activities and supervise students during aftercare
● Keep a tidy camp space, check restroom cleanliness (Ops for supply requests)
● Working with Education Manager to manage stock of supplies, snacks, and other items
● Supervise children in outdoor activities
● Work with camp interns on specific assignments
● Answers inquiries from parents in person or by phone
● Assist in monitoring the education@icsandiego.org email account for camp-related inquiries
● Oversee collection and storage of artworks for student exhibitions
● Help install student artwork for student exhibitions
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
● Proactive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills
● Ability to interact with all students of all ages
● Excellent customer service skills
● Good understanding of computers and software and the ability to learn and use new technologies as needed
● Excellent time management and organizational skills.
● Familiarity with spreadsheet and database operations
● Strong relationship building skills
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
● Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Required Education and Experience
● 1-2 years customer service experience
● Experience working with students of various ages
● CPR certification (ICA will provide if needed)
Preferred Education and Experience
● Previous Art Education experience
Work Environment and Physical Demands
Some lifting and standing for prolonged periods may be required, as well as occasional bending, kneeling, pushing, and pulling. ICA San Diego is committed to accessibility and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals. No travel will be required of this position.
Compensation
Hourly rate is between $20.00. A typical shift is 6-7 hours, weekdays between 8am to 3pm, additional hours as required.
Inclusion
ICA San Diego strives to demonstrate leadership by modeling excellence and best practices for inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. We believe in the power of human creativity and value the opportunities for connection and learning that exist when cultures and communities come together in collaboration and understanding. We commit to championing policies and practices that value diversity, foster cultural equity, and create an accessible and inclusive environment. ICA San Diego does not discriminate based on race/ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, socioeconomic status, geography, citizenship status, religion, or any other protected class. We recognize our strengths lie in the broad range of people who contribute their time and talents to our mission and are dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive place.
To Apply
Please fill out this form HERE, including your resume and cover letter.
