Free Art Calls in California

The City of Manhattan Beach is seeking a professional artist or design team to create a permanent public artwork titled Memorial for the Fallen at the Civic Center Courtyard in Manhattan Beach. This memorial will honor service members who died while on active duty and have a significant connection to the Manhattan Beach community. The artwork should provide a dignified, reflective space that...

The City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division is seeking proposals for a temporary public art exhibition featuring 3D sculptural or installation artwork in commemoration of the Centennial anniversary of historic Route 66.

The City of West Hollywood is seeking proposals from artists, curators, and arts organizations for three temporary public art exhibitions along Santa Monica Boulevard to commemorate the Centennial anniversary of Route 66 in 2026. The artwork opportunities include a large-scale 3D sculptural installation, a building façade vinyl installation, and a light pole vinyl installation.

The City of Manhattan Beach is seeking a professional artist or design team to create a permanent public artwork titled Memorial for the Fallen at the Civic Center Courtyard in Manhattan Beach. This memorial will honor service members who died while on active duty and have a significant connection to the Manhattan Beach community.

The City of Manhattan Beach is seeking a professional artist or design team to create a permanent public artwork titled Memorial for the Fallen at the Civic Center Courtyard in Manhattan Beach. This memorial will honor service members who died while on active duty and have a significant connection to the Manhattan Beach community. The artwork should provide a dignified, reflective space that...

The County of Santa Clara seeks to commission public artwork that uplifts the stories of East San José and creates meaningful connections with local communities while enhancing the daily experience of the airport.

The City of Rancho Cucamonga is seeking original designs by local artists to cover four utility boxes as part of the Utility Box Beautification Program. Selected artists will be paid a $750 stipend per design chosen.

The Crocker Art Museum is pleased to open artist submissions for the 2026 Art Auction season. Artist contributions to this annual fundraiser directly benefit the thousands of children, families, and adults the Museum serves every year. Proceeds from the sale of all artwork support the Crocker’s dynamic exhibitions, community-building programs, and studio classes.

The City of Santa Rosa is seeking proposals from artists for a public art installation at the Lucchesi Skatepark. The project aims to enhance the skatepark environment and engage the community.

The Development Director will lead The Blank’s strategy for fundraising development and implementation to ensure that we cultivate and galvanize relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors and grant-based funding sources.

Theatre Commons Los Angeles (TCLA) is a new nonprofit organization committed to transforming the Los Angeles theatre ecosystem by being of service to the greater Los Angeles theatre community. The vision for Theatre Commons LA is to serve as a connective tissue between theatre-makers, institutions, and community stakeholders—building a future where theatrical institutions and artists thrive,...

The Director of Development & Strategic Growth reports to the Executive Director/CEO and provides comprehensive strategic direction for the overall development program for the theater. This individual is not just a fundraiser—they are an innovative leader and imaginative connector who brings fresh perspectives and creative solutions to drive transformational growth for Geffen Playhouse.

SVCreates is looking for a creative and detail-oriented team member to support the work of Content Magazine – the media platform, publication and core program of SVCreates which highlights and connects South Bay culture curators, artists, and innovators through the art of storytelling, an online community, and local event experiences. The Production Manager coordinates events, marketing,...

We are seeking artists of any discipline, with new or established social practice, to support creative community development in the Cuyama Valley. Two artists (or artist groups) will be chosen for two separate fellowships.

The Assistant Properties Master supports the planning and execution of all properties, special effects, and set decoration for theatrical and event productions at the Geffen Playhouse. This role ensures the successful interpretation, design, creation, and acquisition of all props and set dressing in a timely, safe, and well-executed manner.

At Kala, Artists-In-Residence work in a productive and professional communal studio alongside other working artists. In this self-driven experience, artists are expected to respect the equipment, the studio working environment, and to bring their own consumable supplies (paper and ink). Kala’s large print studio and electronic media center do not close and are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a...

Kala's Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program offers 24-hour access to the printmaking workshop, digital lab, black and white darkroom, sculpture and textiles lab (textiles, wood shop, kiln, and slab roller), individual storage space, and access to Kala's gallery with potential exhibition opportunities. The program includes professional development resources including classes and participation in a...

The San Jose Rotary Club, with support from David Neale, has established a committee to support, celebrate, and cultivate Bay Area artists between the ages of 16 to 25 who identify as neurodivergent. Four $2,500 grants will be awarded annually to Bay Area neurodivergent artists. Artist expression genres include visual arts, performing arts, musicians, storytelling, and advocacy. Applicants must...

The City of Ventura Parks & Recreation Department's Arts & Culture Section is seeking proposals from professional artists or artist teams for the design, fabrication, and installation of a permanent tiled sculpture or sculptural installation as part of the Surfers Point Phase II Improvement Project. This Request for Proposals invites artists to submit a preliminary concept and budget for a...

The City of Laguna Beach Council Chamber Banner Competition is a project of the Arts Commission. Selected artists are provided with banner material on which to paint original artwork. The completed banners are displayed in the City of Laguna Beach Council Chambers.

Risewell Homes (the “Developer”), in partnership with the City of Dublin, invites qualified artists and artist teams to submit their qualifications for the next major addition to the City’s public art collection at The Dublin Centre development project. The overall public art project budget is approximately $1 million, with a minimum of 75% allocated directly to the artwork, (including the...

The McCallum Theatre, operated by Friends of the Cultural Center, Inc., is a premier performing arts institution dedicated to entertaining, educating, and enriching the Coachella Valley through world-class performances and transformative arts education. The Vice President—General Manager will guide the McCallum Theatre’s artistic vision by managing program bookings, logistics, contract...

Selected sculpture(s) will be installed in the Sebastopol Community Sculpture Garden for a duration of two years from installation (June 2026 to May 2028). Artists will be responsible for installation, maintenance, and removal of artwork; installation and removal will be in coordination with the Sebastopol Public Works Department.

The Santa Rosa Symphony is seeking a skilled and motivated fundraising professional to join its team as Fund Development Manager. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Fund Development Manager will play a key role in executing the Symphony’s fundraising strategy. This full-time position is responsible for managing core annual fund activities, including direct mail campaigns, individual...

Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for the Dublin Centre – Public Art Program, with an art budget of $750,000. The project invites qualified artists and artist teams to submit their qualifications for a public art installation in a new mixed-use development.

The City of Merced invites artists to submit proposals for a mural project at the undercrossing beneath R Street and Fahrens Park. This initiative aims to transform a frequently used pedestrian and bicycle path into a vibrant and welcoming community space. Artists are encouraged to create a mural that depicts a lively scene reflecting the local culture and spirit of Merced. The design may include...

The Director of Events is a strategic leader and hands-on producer who oversees all fundraising, engagement, and enterprise-wide events for the Pasadena Playhouse. This role manages the Playhouse’s largest fundraising event, leads a portfolio of signature donor engagement events, oversees all on-site special events, and develops a scalable rentals program that maximizes the use of Playhouse...

The Art & Cultural Commission invites professional artists or artist teams to submit qualifications for the design, fabrication, and installation of mosaic artwork within the historic reflecting pool at Rispin Mansion Park. This public art project will transform the existing 800-square-foot fountain basin into a permanent, artist-designed mosaic that reflects Capitola’s cultural heritage, natural...

Gallery NAT (UK) is inviting artists worldwide to participate in 'Endless Void — The Silicon Valley International Contemporary Art Exhibition,' an international exhibition and awards program.

Our Third Annual Juried Exhibition invites artists from across the United States to submit works that engage California’s golden landscapes, its flora and fauna, and its storied gold rush. Beyond just geography, Golden State is also a state of mind. Use this invitation to explore the golden moments, emotions, and aspirations that shape our lives and color our view of the world.

Startup Art Fair SF is a premier hotel art fair for professional, independent artists held April 17-19, 2026 at Hotel Del Sol, a 1950s motor lodge in the Marina District. The fair runs concurrently with the San Francisco Art Fair at Fort Mason. Selected artists will each take over a hotel room for three days to present a solo show. Unlike most contemporary artist fairs, artists keep 100% of their...

On The Eve Of is a collaborative exhibition, curated by S.C.R.A.P. Gallery and CV Art Projects, that explores and celebrates the impact of eight global female environmentalists.

The fellowship provides $5,000 unrestricted awards to two emerging writers of color who write critically about visual art. It seeks to encourage critics of color to continue writing about works from their own cultural and political perspectives.

Applications are now open for the 2026 Members' Exhibition at the Berkeley Art Center. This exhibition will be juried by Jackie Im and Aaron Harbour. We invite artists living and working in the San Francisco Bay Area to submit their best works. This open call will consider all artwork mediums and themes.

The Barn Gallery’s Summer 2026 exhibition will feature contemporary work by Artists that use glass as a material in their art work. Hot, warm, and cold glass media artists including, but not limited to, blown glass, cast glass, sculpted glass, stained glass, etched/engraved glass, fused glass, mosaics, cut glass, and neon are encouraged to apply.

The City of Redondo Beach is a vibrant coastal community celebrated for its creative spirit, cultural diversity, and close connection to Southern California’s natural beauty. Through its Public Art Program, the City seeks to enhance the public realm with artwork that reflects Redondo Beach’s identity, strengthens civic spaces, and fosters meaningful connections between people and place. This...

The City of Redondo Beach seeks to establish a pool of qualified artists and artist teams for future public art commissions along the Artesia Boulevard corridor. Projects will vary in scale, medium, and location and will be commissioned as permanent installations. Opportunities are intended to enhance visibility, strengthen placemaking, and reflect the cultural identity of Redondo Beach.

A juried exhibition for Visual Arts students in middle - high school in San Bernardino City Unified School District.

Residencies for Northern California Time-Based Artists. DEAR awards 6 residencies annually to individual artists or to groups of artists collaborating on a single project. Each Residency provides full-time access to rehearsal studio and fabrication shop, access to state of the art equipment, a production stipend, technical, financial, marketing, and managerial consultations, fiscal sponsorship if...

Residencies for Northern California. The Dresher Ensemble Artist Residency awards 6 residencies annually to early and mid-career artists­—either individuals or groups collaborating on a single project. Each Residency provides full access (24/7) for 1-4 weeks in our rehearsal studio and fabrication shop, access to state-of-the-art equipment, a production stipend, technical, financial, marketing,...

Current art and media students from Southern California colleges and universities are invited to submit engaging new work to be showcased in Palos Verdes Art Center’s 10th Annual Alpay Scholarship Exhibition, Now Trending. One $5000 cash prize will be awarded. In addition, the scholarship winner will be considered for inclusion in future PVAC exhibitions. This call is free to enter but open only...

The MexiCali Biennial presents PARA/normal Borders, a nomadic series of exhibitions and programs which aim to identify the combined regions of California and Mexico as a thin place where spirits, ancestors, and displaced identities move freely.

San Diego's North County has been growing tremendously over the last couple of decades, and ArtWalk Carlsbad encourages artists to tap into this lucrative art market by participating in this fine art festival now in its seventh year. ArtWalk Carlsbad will be offered free to attendees on September 19 & 20, 2026. The event takes place on a wide tree-lined boulevard overlooking the ocean with cool...

Minnesota Street Project Art Services is seeking an OTR Swing Team Driver with specialization in fine art handling & transportation. The OTR Swing Team Driver will exhibit a friendly and approachable demeanor with all Minnesota Street Project clients, staff, and vendors, acting as a positive ambassador for the Art Services department, as well as the overall Project.

Minnesota Street Project Art Services is seeking a full-time Senior Registrar with at least 3-4 years’ experience as a registrar in a museum, gallery, private collection, or art services company. The Senior Registrar will exhibit a friendly and approachable demeanor with all Project clients, staff, and vendors, acting as a positive ambassador for the Art Services business, as well as the overall...