Call for Artist Submissions

OPEN CALLS

Once Upon A Time: The Renaissance

The Ormond Memorial Art Museum has open calls related to their interactive, five-week fundraising experience taking place this Fall (October 10 - November 15, 2026). Both the exhibition and events are curated; not all submissions will be accepted.

Deadline to submit is August 16, 2026.

1. CALL FOR PERFORMERS: Musicians, actors, puppeteers, dancers, spoken word artists, and other interactive/roaming characters have the opportunity to participate at one or more of the Once Upon A Time signature events. 
2. CALL FOR EXHIBITION ITEMS: Renaissance inspired/influenced works of fine art, fashions, accessories or decorative objects.

Public Art Sculpture - Gulf War Tribute

The Ormond Memorial Art Museum seeks proposals from professional artists and sculptors to design, permit, fabricate, and install a permanent public art sculpture honoring Gulf War veterans, specifically those who served during Operation Desert Shield and Operation Desert Storm. This project will result in a signature commemorative work at the Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens, 78 East Granada Boulevard, that reflects the courage, precision, unity, and national pride demonstrated during the Gulf War. The sculpture is intended to serve as both a place of reflection and a compelling visual landmark that educates and inspires visitors for generations to come.

Proposal Submission Deadline: Aug. 31, 2026.

The selected artist(s) will be responsible for the full development and execution of the Gulf War Tribute Sculpture, including but not limited to the following:

• Concept Development & Design
• Project Management & Coordination
• Materials & Fabrication
• Site Integration & Installation
• Documentation & Maintenance Guidance

Proposal entries must be submitted through CaFÉ.

Important Info:

• Click HERE to read all application requirements and eligibility criteria.
• You must have a CaFÉ account to apply. Click HERE to create your free account, or click HERE to sign into your existing account.
• This solicitation is open to professional artists, sculptors, or artist teams with demonstrated experience in public art, large-scale sculpture, and/or commemorative works. Applicants should have a strong portfolio of completed installations, particularly those that reflect narrative storytelling, figurative elements, or historically significant themes. Experience working in outdoor coastal environments with durable, long-lasting materials is required.

Art Walk Pop-Up Solo Exhibitions

Emerging and established artists have the opportunity to exhibit their work at Ormond Memorial Art Museum as part of a curated three-day pop-up show held in conjunction with the First Saturday Ormond Art Walk. Typically, artwork is displayed on easels in the Reception Gallery, and is setup the day before the Art Walk (preferably at 10am Friday) and remains up the day after the event (with pickup at 3:30pm that Sunday). The exhibiting artist should be present at the museum during the Art Walk (3-7pm). The artist may sell their work (commission-free), and there is no charge to participate. Interested artists should complete this online form. Please submit up to 10 pieces for consideration. OMAM will select up to 10 pieces. Please also write a thoughtful artist statement for the collection of work you are submitting, or write individual artist statements for each piece submitted, as this is a part of the selection process. Incomplete entries will not be reviewed.

Pop-Up submissions will be open through August 2026. Entries will be reviewed starting in September 2026. 

CLOSED CALLS

2027-2029 Exhibitions at OMAM

Artists seeking to exhibit their work in the main galleries of the Ormond Memorial Art Museum are encouraged to apply by April 30, 2026.

This call is now closed.

The call for 2030-2032 exhibits will open in 2027 for review in 2028.

No email entries will be reviewed. Entries must be submitted through CaFÉ when the call is open.

Instructors & Teaching Artists

The Ormond Memorial Art Museum & Gardens collaborates with dedicated artists and educators to provide creative learning opportunities for the community. We’re excited to continue expanding our education programs, and invite instructors interested in teaching students age 16 & older to submit a proposal. All media will be considered, and classes may draw on any art-related, garden-related, or creative theme.

We are currently accepting proposals for classes and workshops to be held August-September 2026. To be considered for that timeframe, please submit no later than May 31st. You will be contacted when your application is reviewed. Please submit your proposal here: https://form.jotform.com/250235443731147

If you have questions, please email Kristin Heron at KHeron@ormondartmuseum.org.