[Sponsored Listing] The City of San Bruno (City), California, is inviting qualified artists and artist teams to submit proposals for the Centennial Plaza Mural, a site‑specific, painted outdoor mural on the exterior south‑facing wall of the building at 474 San Mateo Avenue (Mural Wall). The Mural Wall is one of two walls that frame and define Centennial Plaza, offering high visibility from within the plaza, along surrounding walkways, and to passing drivers.
Centennial Plaza is a central outdoor public gathering space in the heart of downtown San Bruno, designed as a welcoming pedestrian‑friendly plaza with seating, landscaping, an elevated stage, and walkways connecting to nearby shops, restaurants, and transit. The plaza regularly hosts community events, cultural celebrations, casual gatherings, and regular public use.
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Enter by: 11 May 2026
Selected artists for the Centennial Plaza Mural will benefit from high visibility in a central, well-trafficked public space, allowing their work to be seen by a diverse audience of residents, visitors, and passing drivers. The opportunity provides meaningful exposure, helping artists build recognition and expand their audience. It offers a chance to engage directly with the community through a prominent downtown setting that encourages interaction and connection. Additionally, participation can strengthen an artist’s portfolio with a publicly displayed project, support professional growth, and potentially lead to future commissions or collaborative opportunities.
The total project budget for the Centennial Plaza mural is anticipated to range between $30,000 and $65,000. Artists are required to submit a proposed fee and itemized project budget that reflects the scope of their concept, including materials, fabrication and painting time, project duration, and other related costs.
About the City of San Bruno
The City of San Bruno, California, was incorporated on December 23, 1914, as a General Law City. San Bruno is governed by the City Council and operates under a Council-Manager form of government. As the policy-making body, it has the ultimate responsibility to the people of San Bruno and the implementation of all programs and City services. It approves all ordinances, resolutions, and major contracts modifies and approves the budget, and has the responsibility of employing a City Manager and City Attorney.
For more information, contact cultureandarts@sanbruno.ca.gov
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[Sponsored Listing] Tartget Lab announces a call for artists from around the world to participate in the Tartget Prize 2026, an international painting competition offering over €90,000 in awards, including cash prizes, artist residencies, and professional development opportunities.
Open to artists worldwide, it accepts figurative, abstract, and contemporary works in oil, acrylic, watercolor, drawing, and mixed media.
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Enter by: 31 May 2026
Tartget Prize is an independent cultural initiative dedicated to supporting and promoting contemporary painting on an international level. Created by a multidisciplinary team with expertise in art, communication, and cultural production, the project combines artistic excellence with a strong focus on visibility, accessibility, and professional development for artists.
Following its first edition, the Tartget Painting Prize received highly positive feedback from participating artists, highlighting the professionalism of the organization, the quality of the jury, and the visibility generated by the project. Artists particularly valued the international reach of the competition, the transparency of the selection process, and the opportunity to exhibit in a prestigious venue in Madrid.
Several finalists emphasized the impact of being part of the exhibition, noting increased exposure, new contacts with collectors and galleries, and further opportunities after the event. The overall experience was described as both motivating and career-enhancing, positioning Tartget as a serious and well-structured platform for contemporary painters.
Tartget Painting Prize: Artist Benefits
Selected artists will benefit from strong international visibility and real professional opportunities. Approximately 100 finalists will exhibit their work at the historic Ateneo de Madrid, a prestigious venue located near the Prado Museum (near the Prado Museum, Spain), attracting collectors, galleries, and art professionals.
The prize offers over €90,000 in awards, including €12,000 for the Gold Tartget, €6,000 for Silver, and €4,000 for Bronze and Fusion, as well as technical awards for Drawing and Watercolor. In addition, artists may receive acquisition awards, international promotion, and media exposure. The program includes four 12-day artist residencies in Spain and a professional training experience at Atelier Madrid, designed to support artistic growth and career development.
About Tartget Lab
What makes Tartget unique is its commitment to building a dynamic platform that goes beyond a traditional competition. It connects artists with collectors, galleries, and institutions while offering real opportunities such as exhibitions, awards, residencies, and educational experiences. With participants from over 80 countries in its first edition, Tartget Prize has quickly established itself as a growing global reference in the contemporary art scene.
For more information, contact dircom@tartgetpaintingprize.com
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[VERIFIED Listing] The Decatur Arts Alliance (DAA), in partnership with Northwood Ravin, has issued a call for professional artists to participate in a public art mural project at Halo Decatur, a new mixed-use development in Decatur, Georgia. The initiative will commission five large-scale exterior murals that will serve as a central visual feature of the community.
Artists are invited to submit qualifications through a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) process.
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Enter by: 15 May 2026
The mural project is part of Halo Decatur’s broader vision to create a vibrant neighborhood destination that integrates arts, retail, and residential spaces. Developed by Northwood Ravin in partnership with Oakhurst Realty Partners, the project will include live-work units, neighborhood retail, and Canvas Artist Studios, which will provide resident artists with free studio and gallery space. Five mural locations are planned throughout the development, including a signature mural on the Freeman Street parking deck as well as additional works in the courtyard, breezeways, and on a three-sided sculptural column.
The artist selection process will take place in two phases. A selection panel representing Northwood Ravin, the City of Decatur, the Decatur Arts Alliance, and a public art professional will review qualifications and shortlist artists. Finalists will then be invited to develop site-specific design concepts and participate in interviews, with community engagement incorporated into the selection process for the largest mural.
Finalists will be announced in summer 2026, with mural installations expected in fall 2026.
Artists eligible to work in the United States are encouraged to apply. Applications must include a letter of interest, artist statement, resume or CV, portfolio of completed mural projects, and professional references.
Halo Decatur Mural Details
Garage Mural
- Approximately 70 feet wide and 75 feet tall
- Total Artist Fee: $120,000
- Paid in three installments:
- At project initiation
- Midway through installation
- Upon completion
Column Mural (3-sided)
- Approximately 18 feet tall
- Total Artist Fee: $4,000
- Paid upon completion
Courtyard Mural
- Approximately 70 feet wide and 20 feet tall
- Total Artist Fee: $28,000
- Paid upon completion
Breezeway Mural #1
- Approximately 41 feet wide and 16 feet tall
- Total Artist Fee: $13,500
- Paid upon completion
Breezeway Mural #2
- Approximately 32 feet wide and 15 feet tall
- Total Artist Fee: $13,000
- Paid upon completion
Materials and Equipment
Northwood Ravin will provide:
- All paint and materials
- Forklifts and/or scaffolding
- Site access coordination
- Protective coating application
About Halo Decatur
Halo Decatur is more than just apartments – it’s a vibrant community. Northwood Ravin is partnering with Oakhurst Realty Partners to bring dynamic retailers to Halo, including Galore Market, a neighborhood market concept from the creators of O4W Market near Krog Street. The development also features live-work units with dedicated street-level entrances, perfect for entrepreneurs and small business owners.
In collaboration with the Decatur Artist Alliance, Halo will host Canvas Artist Studios, offering resident artists free studio and gallery space. Community input will help select mural artists, ensuring Halo remains a hub for creativity and engagement.
About the City of Decatur
The City of Decatur, Georgia, is located just east of and adjacent to the city of Atlanta’s in-town communities and near the metro area suburbs. With more than 200 shops and restaurants in commercial districts around the Square and in historic Oakhurst Village, Decatur is a popular shopping, dining, entertainment, and arts destination. Twenty-five thousand residents live in Decatur’s quiet, tree-lined neighborhoods and downtown condominiums, and as the DeKalb County seat, this thriving commercial community is the epicenter of county business.
For more information, contact artsubmissions@decaturartsalliance.org
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[Sponsored Listing] The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County invites artists (both individual artists and artist teams) with interest and professional experience in creating public art and site-specific commissions, to submit qualifications for an original exterior public art feature, at the Mount Rainier Skate Park in Mount Rainier, Maryland.
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Enter by: 29 March 2026
Mount Rainier Skate Park is located just behind the Imagination Theme Playground, on the corner of Wells Avenue and Otis Street, wedged between a residential area and train tracks. At approximately 6,000 square feet, it provides great space for skaters. This park is located within the Mount Rainier Historic District and Gateway Arts District, which is a haven for creativity with an array of art studios, event and performance venues, and creative spaces. In fact, the skate park is parallel to the artists’ studios located on Otis Street, where you will find larger-than-life bold and colorful murals affixed on the brick walls.
The skate park features a plaza designed for beginner and intermediate skaters; two raised plaza areas connected to steps, rails, and ramps; and picnic tables and benches.
The community creative art day Deck the Park—Public Art Bash took place in fall 2025 at Mount Rainier Skate Park; community members embarked on selecting different visuals to determine the future look and feel of the park. Thereafter, an online survey was conducted, and the results from both the in-person creative arts day and the online survey helped to inform the project goals and themes for this call for artist opportunity.
This public art opportunity is made possible by the input of community members that live or work within the Mt. Rainier Skate Park area. Overall goals for the public art project include:
- Art style should incorporate cultural and heritage components that are inspired by local traditions and diverse identities.
- Color palette vibes should signify bold and bright colors that are energetic, fun, and high contrast.
- Themes to explore should center around youth culture and skate life.
- Preferred location of the public artwork is murals on the walls.
A total budget of $70,000 is allocated for this commission, which must cover all costs, including artist fee, design, materials, fabrication, installation, insurance, and transportation.
About The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, serves Prince George’s County in Maryland, providing comprehensive park and recreation programs, facilities, and services that support healthy lifestyles and responds to changing needs within County communities. The Department strives to preserve, enhance, and protect open spaces to enrich the quality of life for present and future generations in a safe and secure environment.
The Department of Parks and Recreation is a well-respected leader in the field with an unprecedented six national gold medals for excellence. It operates and maintains more than 27,000 acres of parkland throughout the county, including land developed to provide parks, picnic areas, athletic fields, historic sites, community centers, and recreation facilities.
For more information, contact brittney.mcgowan@pgparks.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Oil Painters of America (OPA) announces a call for artists for the 35th National Exhibition of Traditional Oils, hosted by the Steamboat Art Museum in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, on view May 29–August 29, 2026.
This exceptional exhibition will showcase the finest works in draftsmanship, color, and composition, featuring a diverse range of styles and subjects.
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Enter by: 6 March 2026
OPA membership required. Over $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 Best in Show!
Joining Oil Painters of America connects artists across North America who are dedicated to excellence in representational oil painting. Members gain access to free educational webinars, exclusive discounts on art products, and opportunities for professional growth and recognition through workshops, exhibitions, and networking with fellow artists.
Entering the National Exhibition of Traditional Oils provides a prestigious platform to showcase your work, compete for over $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 Best in Show, and exhibit at the Steamboat Art Museum. Participants gain national exposure among collectors, galleries, and peers, while elevating their skills and reputation in the oil painting community.
About Oil Painters of America
Oil Painters of America (OPA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the timeless art of representational oil painting. With over 3,500 members across North America, OPA connects artists of all levels in a vibrant, supportive community where creativity thrives. Members gain access to prestigious national juried exhibitions, inspiring online showcases, and the annual convention featuring a wet paint competition, paint-outs, workshops, and live demonstrations. Exclusive webinars, scholarships, and art-product discounts provide tools to grow and experiment, while networking opportunities bring together passionate artists who celebrate the beauty, skill, and tradition of oil painting.
For more information, contact lpusch@oilpaintersofamerica.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] CherryArts announces a call for artists for the 2026 Cherry Creek Arts Festival in Denver, Colorado.
Join one of the nation’s premier art festivals! The festival will showcase 250 exceptional exhibitors in Denver’s vibrant Cherry Creek North. Welcoming more than 150,000 visitors each year, the festival offers strong sales potential, 2025 artists averaged $17,470 in reported sales and consistently ranks among the top shows in the country. With an art-savvy audience, many of them collectors, this is an incredible opportunity to exhibit and sell your work. CherryArts, a Denver-based nonprofit, supports artists and arts education year-round, generating over $4.5 million in annual art sales.
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Enter by: 1 December 2025
Cherry Creek Arts Festival Artist Benefits
- Keep 100% of your sales revenue – artists retain all proceeds and handle applicable state and local sales tax.
- Strong sales potential – 2025 Artist Survey reported an average of $17,470 per artist.
- Highly engaged audience – the Cherry Creek Arts Festival attracts over 150,000 visitors annually, including loyal collectors and art enthusiasts.
- Recognition opportunities – more than $30,000 in Purchase Awards available.
- Support for emerging artists – the Emerging Artist Program offers a $5,000 grant, mentoring, and exhibition support for artists early in their careers.
Testimonial
“I’m truly grateful for an extraordinary experience. This was far away the best heart fear I have been part of. I can certainly see how it has earned a reputation of being the holy Grail of art fairs! I sincerely hope to return, should I be fortunate enough to be selected.” 2025 Artist
About CherryArts
CherryArts is a Denver-based nonprofit organization that believes access to art is for everyone and artists are essential. We are committed to supporting artists and arts education through year-round outreach programs and this iconic festival. With an estimated $4.5 million in annual art sales, the Cherry Creek Arts Festival continues to be a vital platform for artists’ success. CherryArts provides equitable access to the arts to nurture future generations of artists, learners and supporters through meaningful and authentic connections with art and artists. CherryArts ignites creative and critical thinking for over 40,000 students annually.
For more information, contact hello@cherryarts.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The City of San Bruno Culture and Arts Commission invites artists to submit proposals for a permanent outdoor sculpture to be installed at Posy Park. Located at the intersection of Huntington Avenue and San Mateo Avenue, Posy Park is a prominent public plaza situated just outside the San Bruno Caltrain station and is a gateway to downtown San Bruno, California. Additionally, the park features a tile mural commemorating the city’s history, making it a key cultural landmark and potential community gathering place.
The sculpture will serve as the focal point of a broader revitalization effort at Posy Park, which will include a repaired fountain, refreshed landscaping, new bicycle lockers, and restoration of the existing tile mural. This public art installation will enhance the visual appeal and community value of the park, helping to connect residents and visitors to San Bruno’s dynamic identity.
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Enter by: 22 October 2025
The submission is open to all professional artists aged 18 and over. Proposals will be reviewed by an ad-hoc selection committee composed of members of the San Bruno Culture and Arts Commission. Public input with be gathered through a survey that invites community feedback based on the finalists’ proposals. The full Commission will consider the committee’s recommendation and survey results before forwarding a final recommendation to the San Bruno City Council for approval.
The Commission seeks a sculpture that is dynamic, memorable, and visually compelling. Ideal submissions will be approachable, spark curiosity and leave a lasting impression. The work should be durable, safe for public interaction, and reflective of San Bruno’s identity as a diverse, evolving community rooted in connectivity and culture. Physical dimensions include a minimum height of 6 feet and maximum height of 10 feet. The sculpture may not exceed 5 feet in width at any point.
Sculpture at Posy Park Compensation
Up to $75,000 Artist Commission
About San Bruno, California
San Bruno is a vibrant, diverse city on the San Francisco Peninsula, nestled between the cities of South San Francisco and Millbrae. With a population of approximately 42,200, San Bruno offers the welcoming feel of a small town alongside the benefits of a major metropolitan hub. The city is a key transportation nexus, offering direct access to Interstates 280 and 380, U.S. Highway 101, and close proximity to San Francisco International Airport. San Bruno is also served by BART and Caltrain, offering regional connectivity.
For more information, contact twallace@sanbruno.ca.gov
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County invites artists (both individual artists and artist teams) with interest and professional experience in creating public art and site-specific commissions to submit qualifications for an original interior public art feature at The Show Place Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland.
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Enter by: 31 August 2025
Open to professional artists or artist teams aged 18 and over. Artists living or working in Prince George’s County and the surrounding region are strongly encouraged to apply.
Since 1993, The Show Place Arena and Prince George’s Equestrian Center have enriched the cultural life and local economy of Southern Maryland. An adaptable entertainment and sports facility, the Arena has been the venue for college basketball tournaments, cheer and dance events, consumer shows, concerts, nationally-acclaimed equestrian events and the Prince George’s County Fair. Additionally, several counties host their high school graduations here, marking that important milestone for area youth and their families.
The Show Place Arena Public Art Project: Artist Benefits
Artists will be able to enhance the aesthetic of the interior Winners Circle Lounge Bar of The Showplace Arena and reflect the history, culture, or community of The Showplace Arena in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, and create an engaging and meaningful experience for visitors.
A total budget of up to $25,000 is allocated for this commission, which must cover all costs, including artist fees, design, materials, fabrication, installation, insurance, and transportation.
About The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
Founded in 1927, The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is a nationally recognized leader in land use planning, parks, and recreation achieving countless awards for innovation, stewardship and exemplary vision for enhancing the lives of current and future generations.
The agency, which is chartered by the State of Maryland, has geographic authority in the Montgomery County and Prince George’s County region, which are the two Maryland counties surrounding Washington, DC.
The agency improves the well-being of over 2 million residents and countless visitors within this region by:
- Planning for the coordinated and harmonious physical growth and development of the region
- Protecting and stewarding natural, cultural, and historical resources
- Providing an award-winning system of parks
Creating recreational experiences that enhance the quality of life of all individuals - Planning great communities that are vibrant, livable, accessible and sustainable
For more information, contact renzmbalagtas@gmail.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Art Renewal Center announces a call for artists for The 18th International ARC Salon Competition.
When talking about competitions dedicated to 21st Century Realism, the Art Renewal Center’s International ARC Salon ® is the largest in the world, receiving over 5,000 entries from 87 countries last competition. It is no wonder why artists are entering.
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Enter by: 12 June 2025
Categories include: figurative, portraiture, imaginative realism, drawing, landscape, still life, plein air painting, fully from life, sculpture, animals, and a special category for teens.
ARC Salon Artist Benefits
With over $130,000 in cash awards and international recognition through the ARC website, which receives over 2,000,000 visitors annually, the ARC Salon offers career changing opportunities through partnerships with prestigious magazines, museums, and galleries. Don’t miss your chance to compete!
- All winners, honorable mentions, finalists, and semi-finalists will have their entries accompanied by their name and artwork details displayed on the ARC website. Biography, photo of the artist, and painting descriptions provided during the entry process may be shown for all qualifying works.
- All winners, honorable mentions, and some finalists will be featured in the 17th/18th International ARC Salon Book, “International Realism”.
- In addition, all winners and honorable mentions will receive an award certificate suitable for framing.
Works do not need to be available for sale to win any of the awards other then Purchase Awards. Works do not need to be available to exhibit in the ARC Salon Exhibition for all awards other then FWSD Awards.
About Art Renewal Center
Leading the revival of realism in the visual arts, the Art Renewal Center ® (ARC), a 501(c)(3), non-profit, educational foundation, hosts the largest online museum dedicated to representational art and includes works by the old masters, 19th century, and 21st Century Artists as well as articles, letters, and other online resources. The ARC is the foremost and only vetting service for representational art schools ensuring that the teaching curricula and quality of teacher and student work meet strict standards to become ARC Approved.
The ARC runs the ARC Salon Competition, which is the largest and most prestigious competition in the world for realist artists painting, sculpting, and drawing today with eleven categories and thousands of works competing, culminating in a live exhibition of many of the winning works. The ARC works with other ARC Allied Organizations, artist groups, museums, and publications to become a central news hub for the 21st Century Representational Art Movement.
For more information, contact sabrina.foland@artrenewal.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] PleinAir Magazine announces a call for artists for their PleinAir Salon January Art Competition. In the spirit of the French Salon created by the Academie des Beaux-Arts in Paris, this annual competition, with 12 monthly cycles, leading to the annual PleinAir Salon winners, is designed to stimulate artistic growth through competition.
This is an online competition with annual awards totaling $50,000. No mailing your artwork for an exhibition. Enter paintings for the PleinAir Salon January Art Competition whether you have won another competition or not.
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Enter by: 31 January 2024
The Early Bird Discount ends January 15th at 11:59 pm. Enter before then to receive 25% off your entries. Just $29 for your first and $12 for each additional painting. The regular price is $38 for the first painting and $16 for each additional painting.
There are over $2,000 in cash prizes awarded each month, and $22,000 awarded at the Annual Competition each May. Each of the 23 monthly winners are included in the judging for the 13th Annual PleinAir Salon where PleinAir Magazine awards the Grand Prize winner a check for $15,000 and feature their painting on the magazine’s cover, which is the #1 representational art magazine at Barnes & Noble. The winners of each monthly competition are automatically entered into the running for the Annual Competition and a $15,000 check!
Winners in each monthly competition may receive recognition and exposure through PleinAir magazine’s print magazine, e-newsletters, and social media. The Annual Awards will be presented live at the Plein Air Convention & Expo in May 2024.
About PleinAir Magazine
PleinAir Magazine is for plein air artists, enthusiasts, and collectors showcasing a wide variety of plein air paintings, articles on the top plein air artists of today and past, and the latest information on events and shows. The PleinAir Salon Art Competition has been awarding cash prizes and promoting artists for 12 years.
For more information, contact pleinairsalon@streamlinepublishing.com