45th Annual Juried Friends Show & Sale: The Face of Friendship

Now in its 45th year, the Sedona Arts Center presents its annual Juried Friends Show and Sale with the theme "The Face of Friendship." This exhibition explores friendship as a source of inspiration and support, featuring collaborative creations or individual pieces that highlight the significance of human connection. Artists of all levels working in all mediums are invited to enter, but must be a Friend Level donor ($60 or higher) with the Sedona Arts Center at the time of applying. The exhibition will run from March 6 – April 15, 2026 at the Sedona Arts Center, with an opening reception on March 6, 2026 from 4-6pm.

Monetary awards include First Place/Best of Show ($500), Second Place ($250), and Third Place ($150). Honorable mention awards and a People's Choice Award will also be given. Artists can submit up to three images in JPEG format with minimum 300 DPI resolution. The entry fee is $30 non-refundable. Artwork must be made within the last 3 years and cannot have been displayed in any other Sedona Arts Center exhibition. All entries must be available for purchase, with the center retaining a 40% commission on sales.

Eligible artists must be 18 years or older. Work being shipped must be received by March 2, 2026, or hand delivered by the same date. Notifications will be sent by February 6, 2026.