The city of Santa Clarita is inviting artists to submit artwork for consideration for the upcoming “Transcendence: Breaking Boundaries” juried exhibition which will be on view at the First Floor Gallery located in Santa Clarita City Hall.

Santa Clarita Arts is seeking original artwork in any medium that delves deep into the theme of challenging and redefining societal norms and perceptions. Please submit artwork that tell powerful stories of transcending established paradigms, pieces that provoke thought, challenge the status quo and engage viewers to see beyond their traditional perspectives.

Important Dates:

Deadline to Apply: Dec. 9.

Art Drop Off/Installtion: Jan. 9, 2024.

Exhibition Closes/Pickup: March 7, 2024.

Location: First Floor Gallery, City Hall

23920 Valencia Blvd., Valencia, CA 91355

The city’s Arts and Events reserves the right to change the project timeline.

*Artists will be notified of juried results roughly two weeks after the deadline.*

Please direct questions regarding this juried exhibition and the application to Arts Exhibit Assistant Stephanie Jacinto at sjacinto@santa-clarita.com.

For artwork to safely hang, artwork must be wired. Artwork exceeding 25 lbs will not be accepted. Per ADA compliance, artwork cannot protrude more than four inches from the wall. Artwork which has been previously exhibited in any Santa Clarita Arts exhibition will not be considered. Artists working with video, projection, or performers must provide their own equipment.

Artists from the Los Angeles county and surrounding areas who are willing to hand-deliver their artwork may apply. Mailed artwork will not be accepted. This call is open to artists regardless of race, color, religion, natural origin, gender, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical or mental disabilities.

Per city policy, the contract states that artwork must be on display during the duration of the exhibit and cannot be removed earlier. This is standard procedures and expectations within the arts industry for exhibits. Santa Clarita Arts proudly offers multiple exhibits around the city for local and nonresidents to showcase their artwork free of charge, in return we ask that the city’s policies are respected. Early removal of artwork before the exhibit has ended will affect an artist’s ability to participate in future opportunities with the city of Santa Clarita’s art exhibits programs.

To apply visit santaclaritaarts.com or click here.