Call to Artists
The Visual Arts Center offers opportunities for artists of all media to enter exhibitions. Many exhibits are judged, some are juried and each exhibit present an opportunity to win cash prizes and ribbons at the awards reception.
The 2021-2022 Exhibit Calendar provides all the important dates you'll need to know to exhibit in the Main Gallery. Click the link below to download our exhibit schedule.
Click Here: Exhibit Schedule Update 2021-2022.pdf
Please make sure you are familiar with the Exhibit Hanging and Display Requirements before entering an exhibit.
Member Shows
If you are a member interested in displaying your work in a member-only show, please contact the Visual Arts Center. Member Exhibits typically feature four artists at one time, and booking is made up to two years in advance. If you would like to learn more about becoming a member, visit our membership page.
We are always in need of volunteers to help receive and hang shows. If you are interested in being part of the hanging committee, please contact us.
Gift Shop
Visual Arts Center members have an opportunity to apply to sell your art in the Gift Shop. If you would like an opportunity to apply to sell your art in the gift shop, please contact our Gift Shop Manager at (941) 639-8810 or giftshop@visualartcenter.org.
Exhibit Schedule and Prospectus
Nearly all of the following exhibits are open to members and non-members. Details about eligible works, fees, prizes and an entry form can be found in the prospectus for each exhibit - please read the prospectus carefully.
Florida's Best
Both 2D and 3D art accepted.
Due to space, it’s possible that not all work will be accepted.
REGISTRATION: On-Line Only
Deadline to register: April 28 at 4:00pm
RECEIVING (by appointment)
May 6 from 9am - 12pm
*Alternative times available upon request
RECEPTION
Thursday May 26th at 5pm
REMOVAL June 15 from 10a-6pm:
No appointment necessary for pick-up.
Wat
er, Water Everywhere
This is a JUDGED & JURIED exhibit open to members and non-members. Your art will be juried into show BASED ON YOUR IMAGES. If you need assistance with photos, contact exhibits@VisualArtCenter.org.
It is possible that not all works will be accepted.
REGISTRATION: On-Line Only
Deadline to register: May 9 at 4:00pm
RECEIVING (by appointment)
May 16 from 9am - 12pm
*Alternative times available upon request
RECEPTION
Thursday May 26th at 5pm
REMOVAL June 14 from 10a-6pm:
No appointment necessary for pick-up.
Member's Showcase
Display June 18 - August 25, 2022opportunity to display your best work. Anything
goes! Artwork may have won VAC awards or could
have been created years ago. All 2D & 3D art will
by accepted.
This exhibit is open only to VAC members.
Only 50 spaces available
First come, first served
RECEIVING June 16 & June 17 10a-2pm
No appointment necessary but you must register online or at front desk
Alternative times available upon request to exhibits@visualartcenter.org
RECEPTION Thursday, June 30 at 5:00pm
REMOVAL August 25 & 26 from 10a to 3p
