Call to Artists: FREEDOM
Sedona Arts Center (SAC) invites artists nationwide to apply for Freedom — a juried exhibition exploring the many dimensions of liberation through contemporary art.
This powerful exhibit examines freedom across personal, political, cultural, and creative contexts, featuring a wide range of mediums including painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and installation. Freedom challenges, inspires, and reaffirms the transformative power of art as a vehicle for expression and change.
Artists may submit up to three works created within the last three years. All artwork must be available for sale and cannot have been previously exhibited at Sedona Arts Center.
Monetary awards will be presented for Best of Show ($500), Second Place ($250), and Third Place ($150), with additional Honorable Mentions and a People’s Choice Award.
Application Deadline: May 29, 2026 (11:59 p.m. MDT)
Notification: By June 5, 2026
Eligibility: Open to emerging and professional artists, 18 years and older, residing in the United States.
Exhibition Dates: July 3 – August 16, 2026
Opening Reception: July 3, 2026, 4–6 PM, Sedona Arts Center
Location: Sedona Arts Center, 15 Art Barn Road, Sedona, AZ
Entry Fee: $30 (non-refundable)
Participation: Selected artists are responsible for shipping or delivering work by June 29–30, 2026, and are encouraged to promote the exhibition through their own channels. Sedona Arts Center retains a 40% commission on all sales.
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Call to Artists: Beyond the Frame
Sedona Arts Center (SAC) invites artists nationwide to apply for Beyond the Frame — a juried exhibition celebrating work that challenges traditional boundaries and expands the possibilities of creative expression.
This dynamic exhibit highlights artists who push beyond familiar materials, formats, and ideas. From dimensional painting and interactive sculpture to assemblage, textiles, found objects, and experimental media, Beyond the Frame embraces innovation and encourages bold, unconventional approaches to artmaking.
Artists working in all media are encouraged to submit up to three works that reflect experimentation, risk-taking, and a reimagining of what art can be.
Application Deadline: July 10, 2026 (11:59 p.m. MDT)
Notification: Following jury review (date to be announced)
Eligibility: Open to emerging and professional artists, 18 years and older, residing in the United States.
Entry Fee: $30 (non-refundable)
Participation: Selected artists will receive additional details regarding exhibition dates, delivery, and installation requirements upon acceptance. Artists are encouraged to promote the exhibition through their own channels. Sedona Arts Center retains a 40% commission on all sales.
