2026 Calls For Art
25th Annual Art Matters Exhibition
December 2026 - January 2027
Be part of AVA Community Art Center's 25th Annual Gala Fundraiser & Art Auction — our signature fundraising event celebrating incredible national artists and supporting the visual arts in our community.
We're now accepting submissions for the 2027 Art Matters Exhibition. Artists may submit up to three original works for consideration, with up to 45 pieces selected for the Live & Silent Auctions.
Over $9,000 in awards & prizes:
Best in Show – $7,000
Second Place – $1,500
Third Place – $500
People's Choice Awards (3) – $100 each
Selected artwork will be featured in our winter exhibition, with award winners announced during the Artists' Reception on January 22, 2027.
Important Dates to Know:
Submissions Due: September 25, 2026 by 11:59pm
Artist Responses: October 16th, 2026
Artwork Drop Off at AVA: November 17th - 28th, 2026
Artwork On Display: December 1st, 2026 - January 30th, 2027
Artist Reception: Friday, January 22nd, 2027, 6-8pm
Artwork Pick Up: February 2nd - 6th, 2027
We're now accepting submissions for the 2027 Art Matters Exhibition. Artists may submit up to three original works for consideration, with up to 45 pieces selected for the Live & Silent Auctions.
Over $9,000 in awards & prizes:
Best in Show – $7,000
Second Place – $1,500
Third Place – $500
People's Choice Awards (3) – $100 each
Selected artwork will be featured in our winter exhibition, with award winners announced during the Artists' Reception on January 22, 2027.
Important Dates to Know:
Submissions Due: September 25, 2026 by 11:59pm
Artist Responses: October 16th, 2026
Artwork Drop Off at AVA: November 17th - 28th, 2026
Artwork On Display: December 1st, 2026 - January 30th, 2027
Artist Reception: Friday, January 22nd, 2027, 6-8pm
Artwork Pick Up: February 2nd - 6th, 2027
