About our Calls for Art
Entry to most Belmar Arts exhibits are open to the public, meaning that membership is not required. Members receive a discount on entry fees and sales commissions. Members-only shows will be designated as such in their description. The theme, size of works, and media allowed will vary for each exhibit. Full descriptions of our upcoming exhibits are listed below.
Juried Exhibits
Some exhibits are juried, meaning that not all works are accepted. Notification of acceptance for a juried exhibit will be available online after the judging.
Non-juried Exhibits
Some exhibits are curated, meaning that all works meeting the entry guidelines will be included. No notification of acceptance is sent out or posted for these exhibits. Just bring your art work in on the Drop-off dates.
Juried Exhibits
Some exhibits are juried, meaning that not all works are accepted. Notification of acceptance for a juried exhibit will be available online after the judging.
Non-juried Exhibits
Some exhibits are curated, meaning that all works meeting the entry guidelines will be included. No notification of acceptance is sent out or posted for these exhibits. Just bring your art work in on the Drop-off dates.
YOU CAN ENTER THESE SHOWS NOW UNTIL THE DEADLINE FOR EACH
2024 EXHIBITIONS
A Members Salon:
The Spectacle of Sunrise and Sunset January 15 to February 10 Exhibition Dates: January 15 to February 10 Opening Reception: January 20, 3 - 5 pm Digital Submissions Due: Wednesday, January 10 @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday January 13 & Sunday January 14 10:00am-1:00pm Pickup: Saturday February 10 & Sunday February 11 Chair : Jim Aberle |
Love is in the Air - A Visual Celebration of Affection and Connection
February 13 - March 9, 2024 $200 in cash awards Opening Reception: Saturday, February 17 (3:00-5:00pm) Digital Submissions Due: Wednesday, February 7 @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday-Sunday February 10,11, 10:00-1:00pm Pickup: Saturday-Sunday March 9-10, 10:00-1:00pm |
Embracing Freedom - An Artistic Celebration of Liberation and Expression
March 11 - April 6, 2024 Opening Reception: Saturday,March 16 (3-5pm) Digital Submissions Due: Wednesday, March 6 @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday-Sunday March 9 & 10, 10:00-1:00pm Pickup: Saturday-Sunday April 6 & 7, 10:00-1:00pm |
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Photo Exhibition April 28 - May 18, 2024 Opening Reception: Saturday,May 4, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: April 24, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, April 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm Accepted Artwork will be posted: Tuesday April 30 after 4pm Non-accepted pieces can be picked up during “regular” gallery hours Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday 11-3pm. Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - June 8,9 10:00am - 1:00pm |
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BAC Annual Juried Art Anniversary Show June 11 - July 25, 2024 Opening Reception: Saturday, June 15, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: May 30, @ 11:59pm Accepted Artwork will be posted: Tuesday June 4 after 4pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - June 8,9 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - July 27-28 10:00am - 1:00pm $1000 in prizes will be awarded |
Aqua Dreams: Surf-Inspired Art Show
July 29 – September 7 Opening Reception: Saturday, August 3, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: July 24, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - July 27, 28 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - September 7, 8 10:00am - 1:00pm |
Transportation Exhibit September 9 - October 5 Opening Reception: Saturday, September 14, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: September 4, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - September 7-8 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - October 5-6 10:00am - 1:00pm |
Call for Artists: Creative Tombstone Submissions for Belmar Arts Center Graveyard Display Belmar Arts Center invites artists to submit their most imaginative and artistic tombstone designs to help build a unique outdoor graveyard display at the Center. This exhibition aims to celebrate creativity and craftsmanship through the lens of memorial art. We encourage a range of styles, from the whimsical to the profound, reflecting the diverse ways we honor and remember. Entering a tombstone is FREE Tombstone Drop-Off: October 12th, 11AM to 3 PM |
Things That Go Bump in the Night October 7 - November 9 Opening Reception: Saturday, October 19, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: October 2, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - October 5,6 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - November 9,10 10:00am - 1:00pm |
Four-Leggeds: Exploring the World of Animal-inspired Art November 11 - December 7 Opening Reception: Saturday, November 16, 3:00 - 5:00pm (Bring your 4 legged) fund raiser or SPCA adoption day Digital Submissions Due: November 6, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - November 9,10 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - December 7,8 10:00am - 1:00pm |
Forever in Denim December 9 - January 11 Opening Reception: Saturday, December 14, 3:00 - 5:00pm Digital Submissions Due: December 4, @ 11:59pm Drop off of Submissions : Saturday, Sunday - December 7,8 10:00am - 1:00pm Pickup: Saturday, Sunday - January 11,12 10:00am - 1:00pm |