National Opportunities



For public art opportunities outside of the area or across the country, be sure to look here.
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Norfolk, VA Fusion at NEON

Budget:

$50,000

Medium:

Exterior artwork


Location:

Fusion at Neon, West Olney Road, Norfolk, VA, USA


Deadline:

06.18.2025


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The Art Selection Committee is seeking public artwork that marks the transition from a historic, tree-lined neighborhood into the vibrant urban environment of the NEON District, while also inviting and signifying the entrance to the Fusion apartment complex. This site lies at the intersection of the traditional, refined atmosphere of a museum and the raw, eclectic energy of NEON. We invite artists to create a bold, unexpected installation that challenges conventional outdoor sculpture formats.

Rather than a static piece on a pedestal, we envision artwork that flows and interacts with the space—perhaps wrapping around a corner, climbing a building, or extending into the surroundings. The installation should be dynamic, lively, and thought-provoking, embodying creativity in its most fluid and experimental form. We are looking for bright, bold expressions of art that reflect the unique, funky spirit of the NEON District while marking the entrance to Fusion as a distinctive, welcoming landmark.

SIZE/MEDIUM: The artwork should be designed to engage both pedestrian and vehicular traffic, with a scale that commands attention from a distance while offering intricate details that can be appreciated up close. Reflecting the neighborhood’s themes of water, glass, fluidity, and reflection, artists are encouraged to explore motion, either through kinetic elements or the visual perception of movement, allowing the piece to interact dynamically with its environment. The site is equipped with electricity, allowing for potential lighting or other interactive features. Durability is key: the artwork must be crafted from permanent, low-maintenance materials that are safe, weather-resistant, and designed to stand the test of time.

Norfolk, VA Public Art Mentor

Budget:

$250,000

Medium:

Mentor


Location:

Norfolk, VA, USA


Deadline:

06.11.2025


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This is a unique opportunity for a professional public artist to mentor four emerging local artists in Hampton Roads, Virginia. The selected Mentor Artist will guide four mentees interested in pursuing careers in public art, helping them to develop their skills as they navigate the public art field. The Mentor Artist will assist with reviewing applications, interviewing finalists and selecting the four mentees. Additionally, the Mentor Artist will be responsible for ensuring that the four public art projects are successfully built, meeting all necessary requirements and deadlines. The Mentor will receive a $250,000 contract, which includes a $50,000 stipend. Each mentee will receive a $50,000 subcontract through the Mentor to create a public artwork at one of four designated sites. (The total budget for the program is $250,000.)

Lorton VA

Budget:

$50,002

Medium:

local and regional artists preferred


Location:

Lorton District Police Station, Lorton Road, Lorton, VA, USA


Deadline:

06.20.2025


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ArtsFairfax, in partnership with the Mount Vernon District Office, Fairfax County, seeks an artist or artist team to design, fabricate, and install a permanent sculpture at the Lorton Police Station and Animal Shelter that will signal the site’s offering of hospitality, safety, and community engagement. This location offers visibility and a unique opportunity to create impactful public art that will represent a point of pride at a high traffic Fairfax County facility.
The selected artwork should:
Welcome visitors to the police station and animal shelter
Serve as a local landmark for community gathering and engagement
Reflect the values of the Lorton Community (read the link addendum HERE).
Budget:
Up to $50,000 including materials, installation and payment to selected artist.
Up to three semi-finalists will receive a $500 stipend for concept proposals and travel expenses.
Eligibility:
Open to all professional artists residing in the United States; preference will be given to local and regional artists.

LA

Budget:

$442,800

Medium:

any


Location:

Los Angeles, CA, USA


Deadline:

07.20.2025


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The City of Los Angeles is seeking artists to create permanent public art for the Avalon Pedestrian Bridge and Promenade Gateway, designed to enhance community connection to the waterfront and reflect local history. The project includes recreational spaces and is part of a broader urban revitalization effort.

This RFQ is open to professional artists with the capacity to design, fabricate, and install permanent art projects in outdoor open spaces. Artists may apply as individuals or as teams. Interested artists must submit an application to this RFQ that demonstrates the experience and/or capacity to oversee and deliver projects while working in collaboration and consultation with other professionals and project teams of architects, landscape designers, engineers, fabricators, and general contractors. Artist teams should demonstrate this experience and/or capacity for individual members of the team as well as the team as a whole.

IN

Budget:

$25,000

Medium:

mural


Location:

Indianapolis, IN, USA


Deadline:

09.01.2025


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First Baptist Church of Indianapolis invites artists to submit public art qualifications for the design and installation of an exterior mural, temporary (vinyl) mural, or commercially printed banner(s). The artist will work with a small group of church members to explore and develop themes and central images for the artwork.
The wall faces an intersection visible to pedestrians and vehicles passing through the Nora neighborhood.
They intend for the design and content of the artwork to reflect the congregation’s history and impact on the community and/or to express the congregation’s core values of inclusive diversity, effective collaboration, health and wellness, and justice and peace.
Interested artists should submit applications including all of the following materials:
1. Letter of Interest – Applicants should introduce themselves, provide contact information, and describe why they are interested in the project, their approach to creating public art, and any past relevant experience.
2. Current Resume or CV – Provide a resume that summarizes the applicant’s training, qualifications, and relevant past experience.
3. List of References – Provide at least two references (including current contact information) who are familiar with the artist’s recent work. References will be contacted in the last stage of the selection process.
4. Images of Past Work – Provide up to ten images of past completed artwork that showcases the applicant’s style, range, and significant themes.
5. Proposed Budget – Provide a preliminary budget proposal that includes estimated costs for the artist’s fee, design expenses, incidental costs, materials, and installation. The total should not exceed $25,000.

IN

Budget:

$24,000

Medium:

original outdoor sculptures


Location:

708 Ohio Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130, USA


Deadline:

05.30.2025


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The Jeffersonville Public Arts invites you to submit proposals for an exciting new public art installation in our community. We are seeking talented sculptors to enhance our newest outdoor space with original works that will engage and inspire residents and visitors alike.

PROJECT DETAILS
Commission: seeking 2 artists to Design, execution, and installation of original outdoor sculptures, 2 total sculptures will be picked.
Compensation: $12,000 per sculpture
Installation Timeline: Fall 2025
Location: The sculptures will be displayed in sequence alongside a walking path at Falls Landing, our newest public outdoor space adjacent to Jeffersonville’s NoCo Arts & Cultural District.
• Address: 708 Ohio Avenue, Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Context: Falls Landing serves as a gateway to our vibrant arts district and offers a unique opportunity to continue enhancing Jeffersonville’s newest park scape through innovative design concepts with a showcase of unique sculptures by artists, to stimulate interest in Jeffersonville’s public art efforts and add cultural value to the area. This project will serve as an economic development tool by attracting visitors, residents, and businesses to the area.

PROJECT GOALS
• Create distinctive public art that reflects the character and spirit of Jeffersonville
• Establish an engaging visual dialogue between the sculptures and their surroundings
• Encourage community interaction with public spaces
• Enhance the cultural landscape of our growing arts district

CALL FOR PROPOSALS
We are actively seeking proposals from artists for these two sculpture installations. Artists may submit proposals for one or both sculptures. Each proposal will be evaluated individually on its own merits.

Dixon IL

Budget:

$10,000

Medium:

mural


Location:

Dixon, Illinois, USA


Deadline:

08.31.2025


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Note: budget not known.
The Dixon Arts Coalition is bringing a new mural opportunity to artists to showcase their work and assist in providing a vibrant arts and culture scene in Dixon.

The location is the Water Department building on East River Street.

The submission deadline is Aug. 31, 2025. Selections will be made and artists will be notified by Oct. 31. The artist will be given time to work on the mural from June 1, 2026, to Aug. 31, 2026, with the proposed mural reveal date on Sept. 7.

Fifty percent of the budget will be provided within 15 days of contract signature. The remaining 50% will be provided upon completion of the process.

The Arts Coalition is facilitated by Discover Dixon, and is made up of members who represent different art organizations in our community. It meets every 2 months, aiming to generate projects and promote efforts to enhance the arts and culture community in Dixon, utilizing the arts and culture funds in the city budget.

Lorton VA

Budget:

$50,000

Medium:

permanent sculpture


Location:

Lorton, Virginia, USA


Deadline:

06.20.2025


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ArtsFairfax seeks an artist or artist team to design, fabricate, and install a permanent sculpture at the Lorton Police Station and Animal Shelter that will signal the site’s offering of hospitality, safety, and community engagement.

Southern University Law Canter Library Louisiana

Budget:

$65,000

Medium:

Interior artwork


Location:

Southern University Law Center, Roosevelt Steptoe Drive, Baton Rouge, LA, USA


Deadline:

06.15.2025


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https://www.crt.state.la.us/Assets/OCD/arts/percentforarts/Calls/Call-for-Artists_SULCLibrary.pdf

The commissioned artwork will serve as the centerpiece of the Civil Rights Rooms within the Oliver B. Spellman Library, embodying the rich legacy and ongoing pursuit of civil rights and social justice.

The selection committee is open to various artistic interpretations and emphasizes artistic excellence and technical ability over a specific medium. Artists may propose both 2D or 3D works, including but not limited to sculpture, mixed-media installations, stained glass or light-based works, kinetic or interactive art, murals or painted panels, and mosaic compositions.

Greece Residency – rolling deadline

Budget:

$0

Medium:

any


Location:

Heraklion, Greece


Deadline:

12.31.2025


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The Lakkos Artist Residency is a base for creatives to explore an authentic Greece city and a wonderful Greek island. The residency has just relocated to a new location that like the previous one needs a bit of an art injection. It’s a small area in Heraklion’s Old Town that time has not touched.

There are a couple of city beaches within walking distance. There is no obligation to put on a presentation at the end of an artist’s stay but if desired we often have one-night-only shows.

Duration of residency: Minimum two weeks

Open to artists internationally

All creative people are welcome to apply for a stay at the residency. The residency can accommodate a maximum of 2 artists (partners possible on request) at one time. The amount of time stayed is flexible but should be no shorter than two weeks. In winter two small dogs and a cat sometimes stay in the downstairs apartment. If you have an allergy please mention it in your application.

If you wish to apply for a stay at the Lakkos Artists Residency please email mathewhalpin@hotmail.com. In your email please explain;
What you want to do at The Lakkos Artists Residency?
Who else will be coming with you?
The dates you are interested in?
How long you would like to stay for?
How did you hear about us?
Artists statement, short biography, a link to your website, a CV or a portfolio, etc.

Warsaw VA

Budget:

$1,000

Medium:

See website for limitations. Must remain in place for a least one year.


Location:

Warsaw, Virginia, USA


Deadline:

06.09.2025


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The Menokin Foundation in Warsaw, VA is seeking artists to propose & create a temporary art installation that revolves around the theme of self-emancipation.
Proposed artwork meant for outdoors or indoors will be accepted. Wall panel space available for artists whose work is meant for indoors: T 3 panels ~78 inches in width and ~82 inches in height.
Menokin defines “self-emancipation” as an act where one exerts autonomy over their lives under oppressive circumstances.
A two-part honorarium totaling $1,000 will be awarded

FL Billboard

Budget:

$6,000

Medium:

billboard images


Location:

Florida, USA


Deadline:

07.01.2025


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Submit your original art to Embracing Our Differences for its annual international outdoor juried art exhibit.
Cash awards: $6,000
$2,000 each for Best-in-Show Adult, Best-in-Show Student & People’s Choice
Eligibility:
Artists, professionals, amateurs, students – everyone can participate. National and international submissions are encouraged. There is no submission or entry fee and there is no limit on the number of submissions.

WA Exhibition Proposals

Budget:

$0

Medium:

any


Location:

Washington County Arts Council, South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2025


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The Washington County Arts Council is currently accepting show proposals for 2026.
Deadline: Rolling – Must live within a 50 Mile Radius

There are options for the Main Gallery (Estimate of 50 works) and the Hall Gallery (Estimate of 30 works– suggested small group or solo show.). There is no submission fee.

30% commission on all sold work.

Virginia Museum employment opportunities

Budget:

$0

Medium:

any


Location:

Virginia, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2025


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Visit the Virginia Association of Museum’s for museum employment in Virginia.

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