Events
All exhibits are open Saturdays, 10am to 4pm
Steampunk Call For Entry
Calling all local makers of Steampunk art, gizmos, gadgets, and inventions!
Flash Art Sale
We will hold a Flash Art Sale at the Gallery from Nov 11-25.
Silent Auction Call for Entry
SELL your work at our Silent Auction on Nov 13.
Workshop Instructors
Bartow Art Guild is seeking instructors to lead workshops, multi-session classes, and lectures at our Art Gallery in Bartow. We are currently seeking instructors for adult classes in Jan - April 2024. Sessions may be held during the day or in the evening, depending on classroom availability.
Rendezvous Reflections
This is an OPEN CALL for original artwork depicting life in Pre-1840 America. 2D work includes but is not limited to Plein Air, studio work, photographs, mixed media, block prints, and fiber. 3D works depicting period life, art, and crafts may also be entered. This is a juried exhibit with cash prizes and ribbons.
Specifications:
Entry: Each artist may enter no more than three pieces for consideration by the jury.
Jury fee: $30 for 1, 2, or 3 pieces.
Entry deadline: Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 11:59pm.
Jury invitations: March 31.
Art Intake: Wednesday, April 3, 4pm to 7pm.
Exhibit Open to Public: Every Saturday in April, 10am to 4pm.
Reception: Monday, April 8, 6pm to 8:30pm.
Art Pickup: Saturday, April 27, 4pm to 7pm.
Sales: Artists are encouraged to price their artwork for sale. Bartow Art Guild will retain 10% on all sales to cover its expenses.
Content: This is a family friendly event, so content must be appropriate for all ages. Bartow Art Guild reserves the right to reject any work that does not follow this protocol.
Originality: Artwork must be made by the artist and not created with AI or computer-generated algorithms.
Application period CLOSED
Every1 Members' Exhibit
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Bartow Art Guild invites its members to submit entries for the annual Every1 Members’ Art Exhibit. The jury will select works to be exhibited and our judge will announce cash prizes at the reception on July 15, 2024. The exhibit will be held at the Pamplin Art Gallery in the Bartow Public Library.
Entry & Jury Procedure
Each member may submit up to 3 pieces for judging. A nonrefundable fee of $30 will be charged. All entries must be submitted by 11:59pm June 21, 2024. Entry must be submitted via designated online entry form, which includes image upload and payment.
Exhibit Schedule
Entry Deadline: Friday, June 21, 2024 (11:59 pm)
Jury Selection Notice: Monday, June 24
Artwork Intake: Sat, July 6 (10am – 1pm)
Show Opens: Mon, July 8
Opening Reception, Awards & Judge’s Critique: Mon, July 15, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Show Close & Artwork Pickup: Sat, July 27 (10am – 12pm)
Specifications and Restrictions
Only original artwork completed within the last two years will be considered. Original artwork must be made by the artist, and not created using AI or computer-generated algorithms.
2D pieces must be properly wired for hanging, with wires secured 1/3 down from top of frame and sufficiently taught to prevent picture from leaning away from wall and prevent hanging wire from showing above the frame. No sawtooth hangers. Maximum 2D width is 48”. 3D pieces cannot exceed 28” in any direction.
Sale of artwork is encouraged. A commission fee of 10% will be charged for works sold during the show. Works are to be priced as stated on the entry form; works that are not for sale must be marked NFS on the entry. Sales will be handled by Bartow Art Guild; artists will be paid by check at conclusion of exhibit, after artist completes a W2.
Purchased works may not be removed before show close.
Bartow Art Guild reserves the right to reproduce accepted work for promotional purposes.
While every effort in security and caution will be taken, Bartow Art Guild and Bartow Public Library will not be liable for work in transit or during the exhibition. Artist must sign Loan Agreement prior to hanging. Accepted work must remain on display through the end of the show and picked up according to the schedule.
Cornucopia Members' Exhibit - Call for Art
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Bartow Art Guild invites its members to submit entries for the annual Every1 Members’ Art Exhibit. The jury will select works to be exhibited and our judge will announce cash prizes at the reception on Oct 21, 2024. The exhibit will be held at the Pamplin Art Gallery in the Bartow Public Library.
Entry & Jury Procedure
Each member may submit up to 3 pieces for judging. A nonrefundable fee of $30 will be charged. All entries must be submitted by 11:59pm Sept 20, 2024. Entry must be submitted via designated online entry form, which includes image upload and payment.
Exhibit Schedule
Entry Deadline: Friday, Sept 20, 2024 (11:59 pm)
Jury Selection Notice: Monday, Sept 23
Artwork Intake: Sat, Oct 5 (10am – 1pm)
Show Opens: Mon, Oct 7
Opening Reception, Awards & Judge’s Critique: Mon, Oct 21, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Show Close & Artwork Pickup: Sat, Nov 2 (10am – 12pm)
Specifications and Restrictions
Only original artwork will be considered. Original artwork must be made by the artist, and not created using AI or computer-generated algorithms.
2D pieces must be properly wired for hanging, with wires secured 1/3 down from top of frame and sufficiently taught to prevent picture from leaning away from wall and prevent hanging wire from showing above the frame. No sawtooth hangers. Maximum 2D width is 48”. 3D pieces cannot exceed 28” in any direction.
Sale of artwork is encouraged. A commission fee of 10% will be charged for works sold during the show. Works are to be priced as stated on the entry form; works that are not for sale must be marked NFS on the entry. Sales will be handled by Bartow Art Guild; artists will be paid by check at conclusion of exhibit, after artist completes a W2. Purchased works may not be removed before show close.
Bartow Art Guild reserves the right to reproduce accepted work for promotional purposes.
While every effort in security and caution will be taken, Bartow Art Guild and Bartow Public Library will not be liable for work in transit or during the exhibition. Artist must sign Loan Agreement prior to hanging. Accepted work must remain on display through the end of the show and picked up according to the schedule.
Steampunk Art Exhibit
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Bartow Art Guild invites Florida artists at least 18 years of age to submit entries for the second annual Steampunk Art Exhibit. The jury will select works to be exhibited and our judge will announce cash prizes at the reception on Dec 9, 2024. The exhibit will be held at the Bartow Art Guild gallery.
Entry & Jury Procedure
Each artist may submit up to 3 pieces for judging. Entry fee is nonrefundable, $40 for nonmember, $30 for member. All entries must be submitted by 11:59pm Nov 8, 2024. Entry must be submitted via designated online entry form, which includes image upload and payment.
Exhibit Schedule
Entry Deadline: Friday, Nov 8, 2024 (11:59 pm)
Jury Selection Notice: Monday, Nov 11
Artwork Intake: Sat, Nov 16 (10am – 1pm) NO SHIPPING
Show Opens: Sat, Nov 23
Opening Reception, Awards & Judge’s Critique: Mon, Dec 9, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Show Close & Artwork Pickup: Sat, Dec 28 (1pm – 4pm)
Specifications and Restrictions
Only original artwork will be considered. Original artwork must be made by the artist, and not created using AI or computer-generated algorithms.
2D pieces must be properly wired for hanging, with wires secured 1/3 down from top of frame and sufficiently taught to prevent picture from leaning away from wall and prevent hanging wire from showing above the frame. No sawtooth hangers. Maximum 2D width is 36”. 3D pieces cannot exceed 28” in any direction.
Sale of artwork is encouraged. A commission fee of 20% will be charged for works sold during the show. Works are to be priced as stated on the entry form; works that are not for sale must be marked NFS on the entry. Sales will be handled by Bartow Art Guild; artists will be paid by check at conclusion of exhibit. Purchased works may not be removed before show close.
We are unable to accept shipped artwork; intake and pickup must be in person.
Bartow Art Guild reserves the right to reproduce accepted work for promotional purposes.
While every effort in security and caution will be taken, Bartow Art Guild and Bartow Public Library will not be liable for work in transit or during the exhibition. Artist must sign Loan Agreement prior to hanging. Accepted work must remain on display through the end of the show and picked up according to the schedule.
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MathArt
Bartow Art Guild seeks artwork proposals for its upcoming exhibition, MathArt: Where Numbers Meet Imagination. This art exhibit will be held in January 2025 at Momentum Gallery in Bartow, FL and will be open to the public each Saturday with no admission charge. A public artist reception will be held on Jan 13, 2025.
Exhibition Description: With this exhibition, we strive to demonstrate that the language of mathematics is not just functional; it’s profoundly beautiful. The exhibit will showcase how geometry, symmetry, fractals, algorithms, and data visualizations serve as tools to craft breathtaking patterns and shapes that inspire wonder. Highlights will include geometric harmony such as the golden ratio and tessellations, digital displays that transform equations into vibrant forms of algorithmic art, fractals, and other visualizations that turn numbers into narrative-driven designs. Visitors will be invited to explore the hidden beauty of mathematical principles through stunning installations and digital creations.
This is an OPEN CALL that invites the participation of artists living in Polk County, Florida. All mediums will be considered, in both 2D and 3D works. Each artist may submit up to 3 pieces for review by the exhibit curator. We encourage submitting early so our curator has time to discuss your proposed artwork with you. We will consider proposed works as long as they can be completed in time for installation on Dec 28, 2024. The absolute deadline for submitting art is Dec 20, 2024.
Call for Instructors
Interested in sharing your passion for an art medium, technique, or other topic? Bartow Art Guild is accepting proposals for workshops, classes, and lectures!
Paper: Materiality & Manipulation
Bartow Art Guild seeks artwork proposals for its upcoming exhibition, Paper: Materiality and Manipulation. .This exhibition will explore the materiality of paper and its metamorphic qualities whether cast, cut, collage, folded, twisted, quilled, woven, stitched, or otherwise manipulated. We are seeking forms that use paper with intention, manipulating its materials and dimensions for visual play or giving them agency to say something new and interesting.
CALL FOR ART: Every1 Members' Spring Exhibit
Annual Group Exhibition of members' artwork, in which we invite every member to submit up to three recent pieces representing their best work. Our jury selects one piece by each member; hence the name Every1. The works in this exhibition are reviewed by a judge who presents awards at the Artist Reception. There is no theme, so the exhibition provides a view of the broad range of talent and skill possessed by guild members. Entry fee is $30 for up to 3 entries.
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Stuck? Collaborate! Challenge
We all have at least one Work In Progress that we haven't gotten around to finishing. Maybe it's from learning a technique that didn't feel like a good fit, or perhaps it's a project that was set aside and never picked up again. Here is a fun opportunity to get that piece finished! Click the button below for details…
Best of Polk 2025
View prospectus and submit up to three entries for the 2025 Best of Polk Art Show. Entry period runs from June 1 to Aug 30, 2025
2026 Bloomin' Arts Design
Original image sought for 2026 Bloomin’ Arts T-shirt, advertising, flyers, and social media. Chosen image creator will receive $200
Call for Mural Artists - Bartow CRA
The City of Bartow Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) invites qualified artists to submit proposals for the design and installation of murals on two public restroom exterior walls, as part of the CRA’s ongoing efforts to promote public art and strengthen our community identity. Artists may submit proposals for one or both projects, which will transform two ordinary spaces into vibrant landmarks for the City of Bartow and CRA District.