Calls for Art
Here is a Brief list of upcoming deadlines for entry
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— Livermore Valley Arts presents Art in America: 250 Years of Shared Creativity Deadline to submit is April 25, 10pm
— The Wonders of Plein Air 2026 Unjuried exhibit at the aRt Cottage in Concord Registration deadline: tbd (probably late April)
— Paint Livermore 2026 Plein air competition and exhibit in Livermore hosted by the Livermore Art Association Registration deadline: tbd
— Slopes of Diablo 2026 Juried exhibition at Valley Art Gallery in Walnut Creek - Deadline for submission: May 7
— Benicia Plein Air Gallery Paint Out 2026 - Plein air competition/exhibit in Benicia - Registration deadline: May 15
Plein air competition and exhibit in Benicia hosted by Benicia Plein Air Gallery
Event dates: May 29 – June 6
Registration deadline: May 15
Website with details: 2026 Benicia Plein Air Paint-Out
— Alliance for the Visual Arts - Exhibiting as part of the Downtown Livermore ART Circuit - ongoing - see details below
— Regional and National Calls for Art - Various Deadlines - Check Details on the sites provided below.
— San Ramon 3rd Thursday Arts & Eats - We invite local artists and makers to participate as vendors and showcase their work. Deadline to apply April 26. See details below.
— The WOMAN. Art Show - Juried exhibition at The Frame Co. and Art Gallery. Entry deadline: Mon, July 6. Click here to see details below.
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Below are the specifics for each Call for Art
Fresh Works XIV - Annual Juried Exhibition at the Harrington Gallery
Entries Accepted Through Sunday, May 17, 2026, 11:59 p.m.
Exhibition Term: Friday, June 5 - Saturday, August 1, 2026
Location: Harrington Gallery, Firehouse Arts Center (4444 Railroad Avenue, Pleasanton, CA 94566)
Fresh Works XIV is an annual juried exhibition that invites both emerging and established artists residing or working in the greater Bay Area to submit their work. This year, being the 14th edition of the group show, Fresh Works offers a vibrant showcase of innovation and experimentation as all of the artworks included are created in the past year.
San Ramon 3rd Thursday Arts & Eats - Deadline April 26
The City of San Ramon, in partnership with Foodie Crew, Diablo Valley College, and the Dougherty Station Library, is launching 3rd Thursday Arts & Eats, a new monthly community event at the Dougherty Station Community Arts Center from May through October. This indoor/outdoor art market will feature local artists, eight food trucks, live acoustic music, and community partners, creating a lively evening where residents can gather, enjoy great food, and explore local creativity. We invite local artists and makers to participate as vendors and showcase their work. Whether you create paintings, photography, ceramics, jewelry, textiles, or other handmade items, this is a great opportunity to connect with the community, sell your work, and be part of a vibrant evening where visitors can grab dinner, listen to music, and browse artist booths.
Interested in participating? View the 3rd Thursday Arts & Eats Event Information and submit an application via Google Form HERE.
Application Deadline: April 26, 2026, Spots are limited, so we encourage artists to apply early.
If you have any questions, please contact: Adam Chow at achow@sanramon.ca.gov or Ri Thomas at rthomas@sanramon.ca.gov
Livermore Valley Arts presents Art in America: 250 Years of Shared Creativity Deadline to submit is April 25, 10pm Details.
250 Years of Shared Creativity at the UNCLE Credit Union Art Gallery at the Bankhead Theater May 14 through July 25, 2026.
Art in America: 250 Years of Shared Creativity invites artists to explore and interpret the people, landscapes, traditions, history, and cultural moments that shape the American experience. Submissions may include work inspired by regional life, community traditions, historic milestones, evolving social movements, industry and innovation, popular culture, or everyday scenes that capture a sense of place and time. Both nostalgic and contemporary perspectives are welcome, and artists are encouraged to share personal, cultural, or community stories that reflect the diversity and complexity of the nation. Visitors to the exhibit can expect a wide-ranging visual journey – from rural and urban environments to symbolic imagery and lived experiences – offering many viewpoints on how America has been seen, felt, and imagined over the past 250 years.
This exhibit is produced by Livermore Valley Arts, LivermoreArts.org Click here to acquire the Prospectus Click here to submit payment
The Wonders of Plein Air 2026 Unjuried exhibit at the aRt Cottage in Concord Registration deadline: tbd (probably late April) Exhibit dates: May – June (dates tba) Registration deadline: tba (probably late April) Details will be available at details
Paint Livermore 2026 Plein air competition and exhibit in Livermore hosted by the Livermore Art Association detailsRegistration deadline: tba Plein air competition and exhibit in Livermore hosted by the Livermore Art Association Event dates: May 9 – 17 Registration deadline: tba Details will be available at Livermore Art Association - A community for those who love art.
Slopes of Diablo 2026 Juried exhibition at Valley Art Gallery in Walnut Creek - Deadline for submission: May 7 Exhibition dates: June 6 – Aug1 Deadline for submission: May 7 Website with details: SLOPES OF DIABLO | Valley Art Gallery
Benicia Plein Air Gallery Paint Out 2026 - Plein air competition/exhibit in Benicia - Registration deadline: May 15 Plein air competition and exhibit in Benicia hosted by Benicia Plein Air Gallery Event dates: May 29 – June 6 Registration deadline: May 15 Website with details: 2026 Benicia Plein Air Paint-Out
The WOMAN. Art Show - Juried exhibition at The Frame Co. and Art Gallery. Registration deadline: July 6
An exhibition dedicated to the experiences of women, celebrating resilience, and the strength of collective feminine wisdom.
This show invites artists to explore identity, connection, and empowerment through their unique creative voices.
Exhibition Dates: Sat, August 8 - Sat, September 12; Reception: Sat, August 8, 6-8PM
More Details in Dublin Arts Collective (DAC) Website | REGISTER HERE
Ongoing Online Call Sites
There are many online site that organize calls for artists across the country. We list a few below and encourage you to check them out. Good luck and have fun!
CAFE - Call For Entry.org CAFE
CaFÉ is a program of the Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) a regional nonprofit arts service organization dedicated to strengthening the financial, organizational, and policy infrastructure of the arts in the West. WESTAF assists state arts agencies, arts organizations, and artists in their quest to serve diverse audiences, enrich the lives of local communities, and provide access to the arts and arts education for all.
ZAPP - ZAPP
ZAPP is also run by WESTAF.. like CAFE…: The Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) is a regional non-profit arts service organization dedicated to the creative advancement and preservation of the arts.
ZAPP enables artists to apply online to multiple art shows through one central website, ZAPPlication.org. The online application process also allows artists to directly upload digital images of their artwork for jury review. The result is that all artwork in the system is in a consistent, high-quality, digital format. The digital images are presented to the jurors of each show and the system allows them to score online.
Art Opportunities Monthly (AOM)
AOM is a carefully screened art opportunities list for traditional and contemporary artists working in painting, sculpture, photography, film, video, printmaking, book art, computer art, collage, weaving, fiber, textiles, ceramics, papermaking, mixed media, photography, computer art, monoprint, pastel, performance art, drawing, enameling, wood carving, crafts, jewelry, installation art, new media, public art, gouache, watercolor painting and every other visual medium. It is for those working in any style or geographic location and is available as a PDF by email. As a long-time subscriber puts it: "there's an easy search system that allows me to find what I need in minutes as opposed to hours with the other lists."
The Art Guide The ART Guide Calls for Artists
TheArtGuide.com is designed to support, promote and encourage the growth of art and spirit of creativity through viewer shared comments, images and posts of current art information. We combine many of the country’s most successful art organizations, museums, local galleries and artists into one comprehensive internet resource of up-to-date listings for Exhibitions, Events and Calls for Entry. At no cost, our members are welcome to post a variety of art activities regionally, nationally and now internationally. Art Guide also offers the most current fully functional mobile features for all electronic hand held devices that can meet viewers at any location.
Entry Thingy
Visit https://www.Entrythingy.com/forartists for a list of calls and to review entries.
And - Here are some other upcoming calls we think you might be interested in:
Online Juried Art Shows
Visit: their website: https://www.onlinejuriedshows.com
Sign up for free and be notified of art shows, exhibits, etc. from California to the East Coast. Lots of places to enter your work.
Downtown Livermore Art Circuit
Want to show your work in downtown Livermore? Local businesses and a couple of art groups display the work of local artists in the downtown Livermore area. Each location has its own vibe and you can apply to have your work displayed at the business. You must be an AVA member…membership is free! AVA takes a 20% commission on sales. Contact the curator for each site listed below.
Locations include:
Ryan's Automotive Service: One of the best views in Livermore, for art that is, Ryan Automotive has a wonderful space with lots of windows that lets sidewalk strollers peruse the art. Friendly service and owners who love local arts make this one of the best places in town to show your work. Find out more by contacting the curator, Erika Richert: erikarichert@comcast.net
Panama Bay Coffee Company: A busy coffee house, with a kick-back attitude, where people linger over coffee and a newspaper or just sit and chat with friends. It is a fun art venue, that loves both the established and up and coming artist and provides a varied audience for the art, from retired folks to youth. For more information, email the curator, Dennis Baker: Dennis@dennisbakerart.net
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services: Located at 1891 second street across from Way Up Art. This site is curated by Jen Huber and includes the lovely lobby and hallway of this office where one of our great supporters, Cher Wollard works. Contact Jen Huber to take part in this site. jenhuberette@gmail.com