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What are community art engagements? Here’s how we define them:

• Interactive: community members participate by making something
• Collaborative: participants are working together on a collective effort rather than an individual masterpiece
• Connective: the activity encourages participants to engage beyond a surface-level interaction – ex. socially, emotionally, intellectually, artistically

While we do not have a limit for how many artists will be added to the Pre-Qualified list, we have several events that we are planning to hire for in 2026-2027, each with a $1,000 – $3,000 budget. This budget will cover all aspects of the project including, but not limited to, design, project management, materials, creation / installation, and time spent leading the activity on the day of the event (most events are a single day, lasting 4-8 hours).

Artists working in all media are welcome to apply, including visual artists, dancers, musicians, theatermakers, and more.

This is a request for qualifications, not a request for proposals. We are only requiring examples of past work. Selected finalists will be given additional information and be paid a stipend for their designs.

Artists who applied and were selected for the pre-qualified Community Arts Engagement list in 2025 do not need to apply again.

Events We are Commissioning For:

• Chandler Contigo Kickoff Fiesta – Saturday, September 19, 2026
  • The Chandler Contigo Kickoff Fiesta marks the start of the City of Chandler’s Hispanic Heritage month festivities. This colorful half-day event held at the Downtown library includes music and dance performances, storytelling, food, art activities, and more with thousands of intergenerational attendees
• Chandler Multicultural Festival – Saturday, January 16, 2027
  • This dynamic festival honors the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the ideals of the civil rights movement, bringing people together to embrace cultures from around the world. It is an all-day festival drawing thousands of attendees of all ages
• Chandler Innovation Fair – Saturday, February 20, 2027
  • The Chandler Innovation Fair showcases the businesses, artists, students and innovators in the community and offers unique opportunities for attendees to explore the discoveries of science engineered in their own backyard. It is a half-day festival drawing thousands of attendees, primarily kids and families.

Artists who are added to Chandler’s Pre-Qualified Community Artist List but not selected for a specific event this fiscal year may be contacted as other opportunities arise. Artists selected to create a Community Art Engagement will be notified no less than one month before the event.

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Selected artists may be invited to develop and lead interactive art experiences in partnership with City departments and local organizations. Projects may take place in a variety of settings from parks and public spaces to community events engaging diverse audiences and reflecting the stories and energy of Surprise.

Compensation will vary by project and will be outlined in individual agreements. We take pride in establishing ethical project budgets that align with industry standards, ensuring fair compensation for artists and responsible stewardship of public funds.

See the full Call: https://content.civicplus.com/api/assets/az-surprise/956a1fba-1f0a-484a-a8d3-920c2a8fd7d2

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Apply Now through Monday, June 1, 2026.
Spaces are limited. Residency applications are evaluated for selection as they are received.
Website: https://arquetopia.org
E-mail info@arquetopia.org for more information.

Now well into its 16th year, Arquetopia Foundation is a multiple award-winning nonprofit arts and cultural foundation with a social scope that is internationally established on three continents. Our mission emphasizes critical thinking, a commitment to reciprocity, and a sense of ethics at the core of all artistic practices. Our customized, professional International Artist-in-Residence Programs https://arquetopia.org/open-calls are among the largest and most renowned worldwide. All of our multinational artist residency programs are unique, with an array of content anchored in local knowledge, critical academic perspectives, and a solid structure of collaborations with prominent cultural institutions, renowned experts, and notable artists. Our residency sites are located in three distinct cultural regions selected for their historical importance, influence and artistic contribution to the world: Puebla and Oaxaca in Mexico, and Cusco in Peru.
Through the years, we have successfully created a generous space where different perspectives meet and address important questions on the legacy of art history and the current state of the world. We are proud to have established through our multiple residency programs a generous and culturally diverse space by hosting every year artists, scholars, and researchers from the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Our experience has been enriched by the multiplicity of perspectives of more than 1200 of our resident artists and writers, age 20 to 92, who have come from all regions of the world and more than 110 countries. Our residency programs offer competitive professional opportunities for emerging and mid-career, national and international artists, designers, curators, art historians, art educators, writers, journalists, and cultural researchers age 20 and over.

Arquetopia is distinguished worldwide for its array of unique residency programs with substantial content. Our residency spaces function exclusively for productive art professionals, writers, and researchers and include structured, informative programs; a network of collaborative workspaces, institutions, and studios; and personalized project support.

TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR OUTSTANDING PAST RESIDENT ARTISTS & WRITERS

For profiles, feedback and testimonials from many of our outstanding past resident artists, art historians, and writers, don’t miss this page on our website: Arquetopia Foundation: Our Resident Artists  https://arquetopia.org/our-resident-artists

Arquetopia Foundation is now welcoming applications for the following residency programs in the majestic central historic district of Puebla, Mexico; the open countryside of Oaxaca, Mexico; and the Sacred Valley of the Andes of Cusco, Peru, for all dates in 2026 and 2027.
Click on each link below for program info on our website:

MENTORED, SELF-DIRECTED IMMERSIVE RESIDENCY PROGRAMS FOR ART HISTORIANS, WRITERS & RESEARCHERS: DATES IN 2026 & 2027

A. Art History or Cultural Research Residency (Puebla).
https://www.arquetopia.org/art-history-or-cultural-research-residency
Explore magnificent southern Mexico’s unique archives and resources from pre-Hispanic to contemporary. Self-directed (staff-assisted), flexible sessions of 3 to 5 weeks.

B. Writers Residency (Oaxaca or Cusco).

https://www.arquetopia.org/writers-residency
Flexible sessions of 3 to 5 weeks.

Arquetopia is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our diverse local and international community. Arquetopia’s resident artist and staff backgrounds vary in all aspects. Arquetopia offers access to its programs and activities without regard to race, color, gender or gender expression, national origin, age, religion, creed, or sexual orientation.

Main Website: https://arquetopia.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arquetopia
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arquetopia

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Share your work in an internationally distributed coffee table publication celebrating exceptional women artists from around the world.

Applications are now open for Issue XIV of Women United ART MAGAZINE, our beautifully curated quarterly publication dedicated to amplifying the voices and work of women in contemporary art.

This is your opportunity to have your art featured in a premium print and digital coffee table magazine, designed to showcase powerful visual storytelling and introduce your work to a global audience of artists, collectors, curators, galleries, and art lovers.

Why apply?

Being published in Women United ART MAGAZINE means more than simply appearing on a page.
It means:

• your work professionally presented in a collectible, high-quality international publication
• worldwide visibility through print and digital distribution
• your art placed in front of collectors, curators, and art professionals
• a valuable professional credential for your CV, portfolio, and future opportunities (fairs, exhibitions, etc.)
• becoming part of a respected global community of women artists
• About the magazine

Women United ART MAGAZINE is an international quarterly coffee table publication produced by Women United ART MOVEMENT created to celebrate extraordinary women creatives and champion their visibility on a global stage.

Each issue features:

• emerging and established women artists
• exclusive artist interviews
• curated editorial content
• inspiring stories from across the contemporary art world

Available internationally in print and digital editions, with global distribution through Amazon and our worldwide community.

Who should apply?

We welcome submissions from women artists worldwide working across all visual disciplines, including:
painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, mixed media, textile art, collage, sculpture, digital art, installation & more
Whether you are emerging or established, this is an opportunity to share your voice and your work with the world.

Issue XIV | Summer 2026 Timeline
Applications close: 10 June 2026

Publication date: July/August 2026

Apply now and let your work become part of Women United ART MAGAZINE.
Your art deserves to be seen, celebrated, and remembered.

Link to submissions: https://womenunitedartmovement.com/artmagazine

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The City of Glendale Office of Arts and Culture is initiating a Valley-Wide Call to Artists to submit applications for a Veterans-Themed mural to be fabricated at Veteranos Park near Downtown Glendale.
On November 8th, 2025 Veteranos Park was officially dedicated as a location to honor the courage, service, and sacrifice of our nation’s Veterans. The event included the installation of three newly illuminated flagpoles, and serves as a location for Veterans, honored guests, and the Glendale community. The next phase of the City’s commitment to Veteranos park is a mural that will exist along the eastern and southern walls of the park.
One of the walls will be an honoring of the Military Branches, including the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, Coast Guard, and Space Force. Similar to the Military Seals that surround the USS Arizona Memorial at the Glendale Main Library, this wall will forever recognize the various branches of our military, and their unique and respective contributions to our cities, states, and country.
The adjacent wall will include a chronological history of significant military moments in US History. This can include Wars, Declarations, Treaty Signings, and other significant moments in American History. Any historical moments from 1776 to present day can be considered and included in this historical representation.
Together, the two walls will enhance the aesthetic of Veteranos Park, furthering the City of Glendale’s commitment to all who serve.

Wall Measurements (approx.):

Height: 6’
Width of East Wall: 48’
Width of South Wall: 110’
Total Square Footage: 960’

Materials:

Materials must be durable and appropriate for outdoor applications. Materials must be able to withstand direct sunlight, including protective coatings from constant UV exposure.

About Glendale, AZ:

As the sixth largest city in Arizona, with a population of nearly 255,000, Glendale is a premiere destination to live, work and play. Glendale features premium entertainment and shopping opportunities and a growing list of signature companies that call our city home. The city is also home to Luke Air Force Base and major defense contractors, including Lockheed-Martin, Magellan Aerospace and Honeywell. Other major employers include Red Bull, Global Credit Union, Ball, Bechtel and Nestlé. From major international manufacturers, Fortune 100 firms and luxury auto dealers to locally owned small shops and restaurants, Glendale provides the ideal location for businesses to arrive and thrive. Employers will also find access to robust and qualified talent pipelines, with six postsecondary educational institutions. State Farm Stadium and Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale’s Sports and Entertainment District host hometown team the Arizona Cardinals, as well as mega events such as the Super Bowl and NCAA Final Four. Camelback-Ranch Glendale is the spring training home of the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago White Sox.

Application Package:

• 4-6 images/videos of relevant work. Please do not submit conceptual proposals, renderings, or AI Images. They will not be considered.
• Professional Resume (limited to 500 words)
• Statement of Intent. What interests you about the project? Describe any connections to Glendale or the state of Arizona. This can include personal, professional, or cultural ties that motivate your perspective as an artist. (limited to 500 words)
• An estimated schedule including timeline for design, fabrication, and completion.

Eligibility:

This call is open ONLY to artists who reside in either the East or West Valley of Central Arizona, including, but not limited to, Tempe, Mesa, Buckeye, Surprise, Phoenix, etc.

Questions:

Questions should be submitted to publicart@glendaleaz.com

Selection Process:

The selection process will include the City of Glendale Office of Arts and Culture, and the Glendale Arts Commission. All applications must be submitted through Submittable. The application process is free. No hard copies will be accepted, and no applications should be submitted directly to the Office of Arts and Culture.

Phase One: The Arts Commission will identify the most qualified applicants based on the selection criteria listed below. From the pool of submissions, three finalists will be selected.
Phase Two: Three finalists will each receive a $1200 honorarium to conduct research, visit the site to determine any pre-fabrication needs, schedule meetings with area Veterans, Veterans Organizations, and Elected Officials, if available, and develop a formal proposal (including a minimum of 2 concept renderings). Finalists will also be welcome to present their concepts with the Glendale Arts Commission.
Phase Three: The Glendale Arts Commission will select a finalist, and an alternate for the project.

Initial Selection Criteria:

The ideal candidate:

• Is comfortable working in an outdoor, public setting.
• Enjoys collaboration.
• Has demonstrated experience creating large scale, two-dimensional, permanent works of art.
• Has the experience and background necessary for the scope of the project.
• Lives and works in the Arizona East or West Valley area. Artists with a connection to the Valley area are encouraged to apply.

Tentative Timeline:

• Deadline for completed applications via Submittable: August 1, 2026
• Arts Commission deliberations: August 18, 2026
• Finalists notified: August 19, 2026
• Finalists research: August 19 – October 9, 2026
• Finalist Concept Packages via Submittable: October 9, 2026
• Presentations and Arts Commission selections: October 20, 2026.

Award:

• Three (3), $1200 honorariums for three (3) finalists
• One (1) not-to-exceed $30,000 award for design, project management, overhead, fabrication, transportation, installation, insurance, and any other costs associated with the project. (award is based on $31 per square foot)

To Apply:

Please visit https://glendaleazarts.submittable.com/submit to upload your application.

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$18.00 for 1-2 entries / $26.00 for 3-5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts. Deadline is June 27, 2026.

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Our Teaching Artist Certification is a comprehensive 7-month program designed specifically for Arizona artists who are currently working in, or looking to enter, the field of K-12 education. Whether you are an established practitioner looking to refine your pedagogy or an emerging artist ready to bring your craft into the classroom, this pilot cohort is built to elevate your practice, expand your network, and solidify your impact.

This Pilot Program has limited registration with the cohort capped at 15 participants. Applications will be reviewed by an internal panel of content experts. Rating of applications for the purpose of program selection will include the quality of applicant responses, the order in which applications are received, and our commitment to provide services to a broad representation of teaching artists and communities, among other factors. Selection results including instructions for registration, if offered, will be delivered via email at least three weeks prior to the start of the program. Should an applicant decline to register or ArtsEd West does not receive a response from a selected applicant through all available contact information in the time frame specified in the offer email, the selection will be offered to the next highest rated applicant until the program is full (totaling 15 members).

Our hybrid model honors your time as a working professional while fostering deep, collaborative connections. The 2026 Pilot Cohort will run from July through January 2027.

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In this fifth edition, the contest increases the value of its main prize to €1,500 for the absolute winner and €200 for each of the 6 winners in the different categories.

Open to both professional and amateur photographers worldwide, this photo competition offers international recognition and the opportunity to display the prestigious Black and White Photo Awards hallmark. Winning images from past editions can be explored at bwphotoawards.com.

A distinguished jury of leading black & white photographers —including Julia Anna Gospodarou, Charles Paul Azzopardi, Joel Tjintjelaar, Kazutoshi Kawakami, and Néstor Rodan— returns to select the best images, ensuring a fair and high-level evaluation.

Join us in celebrating the power of monochrome photography at the Black and White Photo Awards 2026!

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Apply Now through Monday, July 15, 2026.
Spaces are limited. Residency applications are evaluated for selection as they are received.
Website: https://arquetopia.org/
E-mail info@arquetopia.org for more information.

Now in its 16th year, Arquetopia Foundation https://arquetopia.org is a multiple award-winning nonprofit arts and cultural foundation with a social scope that is internationally established on three continents. Our mission emphasizes critical thinking, a commitment to reciprocity, and a sense of ethics at the core of all artistic practices. Our customized, professional International Artist-in-Residence Programs are among the largest and most renowned worldwide. All of our multinational artist residency. Arquetopia Foundation is now welcoming applications for the following residency programs in the majestic central historic district of Puebla, Mexico; the open countryside of Oaxaca, Mexico; and the Sacred Valley of the Andes of Cusco, Peru, for all dates in 2026 and 2027. Programs are unique, with an array of content anchored in local knowledge, critical academic perspectives, and a solid structure of collaborations with prominent cultural institutions, renowned experts, and notable artists. Our residency sites are located in four distinct cultural regions selected for their historical importance, influence and artistic contribution to the world: Puebla and Oaxaca in Mexico, and Cusco in Peru.

Through the years, we have successfully created a generous space where different perspectives meet and address important questions on the legacy of art history and the current state of the world. We are proud to have established through our multiple residency programs a generous and culturally diverse space by hosting every year artists, scholars, and researchers from the Americas, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Our experience has been enriched by the multiplicity of perspectives of more than 1200 of our resident artists and writers, age 20 to 92, who have come from all regions of the world and more than 110 countries. Our residency programs offer competitive professional opportunities for emerging and mid-career, national and international artists, designers, curators, art historians, art educators, writers, journalists, and cultural researchers age 20 and over.

Arquetopia is distinguished worldwide for its array of unique residency programs with substantial content. Our residency spaces function exclusively for productive art professionals, writers, and researchers and include structured, informative programs; a network of collaborative workspaces, institutions, and studios; and personalized project support.

TESTIMONIALS FROM OUR PAST RESIDENT ARTISTS

For profiles, feedback and testimonials from many of our outstanding past resident artists, art historians, and writers, don’t miss this page on our website: Arquetopia Foundation: Our Resident Artists https://www.arquetopia.org/our-resident-artists

Click on each link below for program info on our website.

PART 1 – MENTORED, IMMERSIVE NON-INSTRUCTIONAL RESIDENCIES FOR ARTISTS & DESIGNERS: DATES IN 2026 & 2027

A. Art, Design, or Photography Residency (Puebla, Oaxaca, or Cusco).

https://www.arquetopia.org/art-design-or-photography-residency
Flexible sessions of 3 to 6 weeks; various techniques supported.

B. Mexican Ceramics Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/mexican-ceramics-residency
Flexible sessions of 6 to 8 weeks.

C. Printmaking Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/printmaking-residency
Flexible sessions of 4 to 6 weeks.

PART 2 – MENTORED, IMMERSIVE ARTIST RESIDENCIES WITH INTENSIVE TECHNIQUE INSTRUCTION BY LOCAL MASTER ARTISTS: DATES IN 2026 & 2027

D. Electroetching Instructional Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/electroetching-residency
Learn Electroetching techniques from a Mexican master, with time for independent production in various other printmaking techniques. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

E. Gold Leafing & Estofado Instructional Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/gold-leafing-residency
Learn an array of Gold Leafing (Gilding) and Estofado techniques from a Mexican or Peruvian master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

F. Mexican Jewelry & Silversmithing Instructional Residency (Oaxaca).

https://www.arquetopia.org/mexican-jewelry-residency
Learn jewelrymaking and silversmithing from a Mexican master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

G. Mexican Textiles Instructional Residency: Weaving or Embroidery (Oaxaca).

https://www.arquetopia.org/mexican-textiles-residencies
Learn traditional Mexican Weaving or Embroidery from a Mexican master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

H. Mexican Textiles Instructional Residency: Tapestry (Oaxaca).

https://www.arquetopia.org/mexican-textiles-residencies
Learn traditional Mexican Tapestry from a Mexican master, with time for independent production. Sessions of 4 weeks.

I. Natural Ink Silkscreen Instructional Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/natural-ink-silkscreen-residency
Learn to create and use a variety of Natural Inks specifically for silkscreening, from a Mexican master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

J. Natural Pigments Instructional Residency (Oaxaca or Cusco).

https://www.arquetopia.org/natural-pigments-residency
Learn to create and use a variety of Natural Pigments for fiber dyeing, from a Mexican or Peruvian master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

K. Organic Painting Instructional Residency (Puebla).

https://www.arquetopia.org/organic-painting-residency
Learn an array of Organic Painting techniques from a Mexican master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

L. Peruvian Textiles Instructional Residency: Andean Weaving (Cusco).

https://www.arquetopia.org/peruvian-textiles-residency
Learn traditional Andean Weaving from a Peruvian master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 3 weeks.

M. Pre-Columbian Ceramics Instructional Residency (Cusco).

https://www.arquetopia.org/pre-columbian-ceramics-residency
Learn pre-Columbian Ceramics techniques from a Mexican or Peruvian master, with time for independent production. Extendable sessions of 5 weeks.

Arquetopia is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our diverse local and international community. Arquetopia’s resident artist and staff backgrounds vary in all aspects. As part of Arquetopia’s mission is to promote diversity, Arquetopia actively fights discrimination by offering access to its programs and activities without regard to race, color, gender or gender expression, national origin, age, religion, creed, or sexual orientation.

Main Website: https://arquetopia.org
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arquetopia
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arquetopia

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