Artist Opportunities

Black Art Matters

April & May 2024

This art exhibit is about celebrating the peaks and valleys of ALL black lives in the past, the present and the possibilities of the future. Art that explores struggle, tears, laughter, frustration, and hope. Art that depicts the unwavering faith, power and character, the endurance and fearlessness experienced generation upon generation. Art that conveys depth, provokes discussion, and even makes people uncomfortable. Regardless of if it’s portraying the Harlem Renaissance, dismantling the stigma in today’s workplace or even how to safely raise a black child in today’s society. We want to convey as much of it as we can, provided there is no blatant and overt violence. Please note this is a family facility so no blatant violence, guns, or nudity. Your artwork must be original. We accept 2D and limited 3D creations including watercolor, acrylic, oil, assemblage, encaustic, mixed media, sculpture, photography, quilts, fiber, abstract, etc. Open to all living artists within the State of Florida who are 15 years old and older.

Important Dates:

  • EXTENDED – Application Deadline: Tuesday, March 19
  • Delivery of Artwork: Monday, March 25 (2-5 p.m.)
  • Opening Reception: Friday, April 12 (5:30-7:30 p.m.)
  • Pick-up Artwork: Monday, May 20 (10 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

(Show image: “3 Sisters DNA: Ayanna” by Dionne Demettasphere Seevers)

2024 Black Art Matters Call for Art featuring a piece by Dionne Demettasphere Seevers