Summary: “Covet Art Gallery is turning TWO, and we’re throwing a party—and your art is invited! We’re looking for fun, funky, party-inspired pieces: think disco balls, balloons, playful themes, or anything bursting with color and good vibes.”

Deadline: 11/23/25

Location: Covet Art Gallery, Oceanside

Exhibition Dates: 12/13/25 - 1/10/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: $25

Summary: North Coastal Art Gallery is accepting submissions for their upcoming show Whimsical Wonders. “Cash award, ribbons, & certificates. Overall categories: Best of Show, $125, 1st Place – $100, 2nd Place – $50, 3rd Place – $25. No Image submission, and the art is not juried in. 2D art may enter up to 4 pieces, 3D sculpture works may enter up to 2 pieces. The Judge is Cathy Wessels.”

Deadline: 11/23/25

Location: North Coastal Art Gallery, Carlsbad

Exhibition Dates: 11/30/25 - 1/4/26

Mediums: Oil, Acrylic, Watermedia, Mixed Media, Photography, Digital, Other Media, Textile, 3D Wall Hanging/ 3D Sculpture. Giclee’s are accepted but not judged.

Entry Fee: $30-$40 depending on membership and medium

Summary: “Now taking submissions for the last art show of the year, Medley! We want everyone to have a chance to submit artwork they haven’t had a chance to show off yet, so there is no specific theme for this show. Let’s see what you’ve had cooking this year!”

Deadline: 11/26/25

Location: Carter Sexton Artists Materials, North Hollywood

Exhibition Dates: December 2025

Mediums: Any

Entry Fee: $15

Summary: “The BruHaus, an experimental art gallery housed inside a 2,500 ft² former bargain supermarket in Hollywood, is inviting artists to participate in The $99 & Under Art Show! this December 2025. This special holiday edition is all about making original art accessible—because meaningful gifts shouldn’t come from Amazon, and walls deserve better than mass-produced art.”

Deadline: 11/30/25

Location: The BruHaus, Los Angeles

Exhibition Dates: 12/13/25 - 12/21/25

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: $15

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Summary: “Calling all artists! Join us for our annual Miniature & Small Works Show, an inspiring showcase celebrating art in every style and medium. Where small creations make a big impact! Bring your best mini masterpiece, staying within 10×10×10 inches (including frame or base) and share your imagination with the world!”

Deadline: 11/30/25

Location: Whittier Art Gallery, Whittier

Exhibition Dates: 12/3/25 - 12/20/25

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: Members- $5 per piece, Non members- $8 per piece

Summary: “ROOTS: Reclaiming Our Outdoors Through Stories is a community art project led by 562 Arts to engage our local gateway communities around civic, transit, and environmental issues. We are looking for art that focuses on themes of our relationships with the natural & built environment, environmental justice, and transit equity.”

Deadline: 11/30/25

Location: Mary Paxon Art Gallery, Norwalk

Exhibition Dates: 1/6/26 - 1/23/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “TAG's LA Open 2026 celebrates the visual art of emerging and established artists of Los Angeles County.”

Deadline: 12/1/25

Location: TAG Gallery, Los Angeles

Exhibition Dates: 1/7/26 - 1/23/26

Mediums: Painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, digital, and video art. No AI accepted.

Entry Fee: $35

Summary: “This exhibition celebrates the spirit of exploration and discovery, showcasing the beauty of places around the world through the eyes of artists. From bustling cityscapes and iconic landmarks to quiet coastlines, cultural traditions, and foods that tell a story, “Travel & Adventure” invites artists to capture the wonder of global experiences.”

Deadline: 12/1/25

Location: City of Santa Clarita City Hall, Valencia

Exhibition Dates: 12/9/25 - 3/4/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “Good Trouble brings together artists whose work confronts injustice and fuels collective action. The exhibition highlights visual resistance — from protest posters and social justice iconography to paintings, photography, printmaking, clothing, and mixed media that amplify community voices and movements for change.”

Deadline: 12/1/25

Location: CSUN Art Gallery (Presented by: 11:11 Projects)

Exhibition Dates: 1/20/26 - 3/12/26

Mediums: 2d art

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “The City of Whittier invites proposals from qualified artists to create a site-specific mural at Guirado Park (5760 Pioneer Boulevard). The selected artist will transform a large block wall—originally a retaining wall adjacent to the basketball courts—into a vibrant work that enhances the park’s welcoming, family-friendly environment. Project Budget: $70,000 (all-inclusive: design through installation).”

Deadline: 12/5/25

Location: Guirado Park, 5760 Pioneer Boulevard, Whittier

Mediums: Mural

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “The Fullerton Museum Center is proud to inaugurate the OC Made exhibition, a groundbreaking biennial showcase set to become a signature tradition for the institution. This juried exhibition will feature original artwork from across Orange County, capturing the creative spirit and innovation of our local artists. By showcasing a diverse spectrum of media, from painting and photography to digital media, sculpture, and mixed media, OC Made aims to reflect the rich and evolving nature of the art scene in Orange County, California.”

Deadline: 12/8/25

Location: Fullerton Museum Center

Exhibition Dates: 3/21/26 - 6/7/26

Mediums: Painting, photography, digital media, sculpture, and mixed media

Entry Fee: $20

Summary: “This exhibition celebrates the icons, imagery, and influence of pop culture—inviting artists to explore how entertainment, media, fashion, and technology shape our collective identity. From nostalgic references to contemporary commentary, “Pop Culture” encourages artists to reflect on the trends, symbols, and stories that connect us through shared experiences. The exhibition highlights the creative energy of everyday life and celebrates the ways popular culture continues to inspire, challenge, and unite us through art.”

Deadline: 12/8/25

Location: Newhall Community Center, Newhall

Exhibition Dates: 12/16/25 - 3/25/26

Mediums: Painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, and mixed-media.

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “The Alhambra City Arts and Cultural Events Commission (C.A.C.E.) extends an invitation to individuals and groups, with priority given to Alhambra residents, to be considered for a month long exhibition in the Alhambra City Hall Lobby Art Gallery. Approved artists will receive notification from staff and assigned an exhibition month.”

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: Alhambra City Hall

Mediums: All hangable artworks

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “The Escondido Arts Partnership presents the sixteenth exhibition highlighting works created in wood, sponsored by Murphy’s Fine Woodworking. Wood workers from the California region are encouraged to submit contemporary furniture, artful furniture, traditional furniture, veneering, scupture, wood carving, marquetry Wood art and wood turning into the exhibition. Curator: Brian Murphy”

Deadline: 12/13/25

Location: Escondido Arts Partnership, Escondido

Exhibition Dates: 1/10/26 - 2/27/26

Mediums: Woodworking

Entry Fee: $40.00 ($30.00 for EAP members) for one, $45.00 ($35.00 for EAP members) for two or $50.00 ($40.00 for EAP members) for three pieces.

Summary: “Surfing Madonna Oceans Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Encinitas, California and was officially formed in 2013 by Robert Nichols and Mark Patterson (artist of the Surfing Madonna mosaic). Our intention is to partner with local arts groups and recognize the excellence of local artists and promote the arts through active engagement between artists and the community. You may submit if you’re a California artist & your original work was made within the past 3 years.”

Deadline: 12/14/25

Location: Escondido Arts Partnership Gallery, Escondido

Exhibition Dates: 1/10/26 - 2/6/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “First Light invites artists to explore the powerful symbolism and sensory experience of dawn — the moment light first breaks through darkness. Whether interpreted literally, metaphorically, emotionally, or spiritually, First Light represents new beginnings, awakening, revelation, and the quiet resilience of hope.”

Deadline: 12/15/25

Location: Spring Arts Gallery, Los Angeles

Exhibition Dates: 3/2/26 - 4/21/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “This celebrated juried exhibition was founded by Jim Brown in 1975. It provides a unique challenge for the artist by utilizing a small image format. Showcasing San Diego County artists, this event has built in popularity over its multi-year history and is an artist favorite. This years show is sponsored by Village Arts and Education Foundation and Gallery 21.”

Deadline: 12/15/25

Location: Village Arts Center, San Diego

Exhibition Dates: 1/24/26 - 2/22/26

Mediums: All except video/sound and installation art

Entry Fee: $30

Summary: “OCCCA invites artists to submit their art for a wide-ranging exhibition of text, symbols, printmaking, videos, photography, paintings, sculptures, and new media projects about love.”

Deadline: 12/30/25

Location: Orange County Center For Contemporary Art, Santa Ana

Exhibition Dates: 2/7/26 - 3/21/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: “$45.00 for up to three, all entry fees go to support OCCCA, an artist-run, non-profit arts organization, serving the community since 1980.”

Summary: “Looking for a free space to share your artwork with the Orange community? The Library would like to invite local artists to display their artwork at the El Modena Branch Library. Available exhibition rotations begin in January, and each artist’s works will be on display for a 3-month period. Artwork must be suitable for all ages.”

Deadline: Ongoing

Location: El Modena Branch Library, Orange

Exhibition Dates: 3-month periods throughout the year

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “Visions Museum of Textile Art (VMOTA) is pleased to invite textile and fiber artists for solo or group exhibitions to submit proposals to exhibit in our galleries in 2027. VMOTA hosts three exhibition cycles for our main galleries and six exhibition cycles for our Spotlight Gallery. We seek to exhibit a variety of artists working in various textile and fiber art mediums.”

Deadline: 1/15/26

Location: Visions Museum of Textile Art, San Diego

Mediums: Textile and fiber art

Entry Fee: $20 for VMOTA members, $25 for non-members

Summary: “For over a decade, The Crow Show has been a celebrated tradition in San Diego, uniting artists from across the nation in a shared fascination with the enigmatic crow. Revered in cultures around the world, the crow has long been a symbol of mystery, transformation, and intelligence. Whether as a harbinger of change or a messenger of hope, these birds captivate our imaginations. This annual exhibition invites artists to explore the crow’s many faces—whether rooted in reality or soaring through the realms of fantasy. What does the crow embody for you?”

Deadline: 1/17/26

Location: The Studio Door, San Diego

Exhibition Dates: 3/6/26 - 3/29/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: $35

Summary: “As part of the City of Glendale’s initiative to become a prime arts and culture destination, up to ten long-term to permanent artwork installations will be commissioned, developed and established over the course of the next few years. These landmark installations will be strategically placed throughout the City in locations that focus on public accessibility and encourage public engagement and interactivity. This RFQ outlines three current art opportunities across the City of Glendale.”

Deadline: 1/30/26

Location: Various locations throughout Glendale

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “This annual juried exhibit showcases artwork from all over the state of California and explores creative movements happening in the state. Open to all living artists ages 18+ residing in California. All entries must be original, completed in the past three years, and not previously shown at the Brea Gallery.”

Deadline: 2/6/26

Location: Brea Gallery, Brea

Exhibition Dates: 4/25/26 - 6/28/26

Mediums: All

Entry Fee: $10 per entry during the month of October 2025; $20 per entry beginning November 1st through the close of the call

Summary: “Visions Museum of Textile Art (VMOTA) is proud to announce the call for entries for Quilt Visions 2026, the museum’s 27th international juried exhibition. Exhibition jurors will select work exemplifying art quilting at the highest level of quality, innovation, surface design techniques, excellence in composition, and craftsmanship.”

Deadline: 2/9/26

Location: Visions Museum of Textile Art, San Diego

Exhibition Dates: 10/23/26 - 1/16/27

Mediums: Textile art

Entry Fee: $40 for all VMOTA members and $50 for non-members (up to 3 works)

Summary: “The City of Laguna Beach Banner Competition is a project of the Arts Commission. Artists are provided with banner material on which to paint original artwork. The completed banners are displayed on lampposts throughout the city of Laguna Beach during June, July and August and celebrate the summer season. The completed banners are temporary and will be displayed when and where the City desires for up to 7 years or based on condition. Open to Orange County, CA residents, 18 years of age or older. $4,000 will be awarded for all completed banners selected.”

Deadline: 3/2/26

Location: Various locations throughout Laguna Beach

Mediums: Drawing, painting

Entry Fee: No fee

Summary: “We are not generally interested in ceramics where the sole focus is process and material. We are looking for ceramics that hold a narrative or figurative focus. Interesting processes and materials will be considered.”

Deadline: 3/22/26

Location: La Luz de Jesus Gallery, Los Angeles

Exhibition Dates: 5/1/26 - 5/31/26

Mediums: Ceramics

Entry Fee: No fee