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Showcase your creativity in our upcoming Collective Art Exhibit!

Painters • Photographers •  Illustrators • Sculptors • Mixed Media Artists • Digital Artists 

 CALL TO ARTISTS 

Where Memory Blooms

Catrinas, Ofrendas y Alebrijes

PRESENTED BY

The Coalition of Hispanic Artists (CHA), Inc.

 

Exhibition Information

Exhibition Dates: NOV 12 – DEC 5, 2026

Opening Reception: November 14, 2026 | 3–5 PM

 

Important Dates

Submission Deadline: Friday, November 6, 2026

Artwork Drop-Off: Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 5–6 PM

Opening Reception: Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 3–5 PM

Artwork Pick-Up: Saturday, December 5, 2026 | 3–4 PM

Delivery & Pick-Up Location: John Germany Public Library

 

Artwork Requirements: 

Original Artwork: Must have been completed within the last year.

Exhibition Theme: All artwork must relate to the theme “Where Memory Blooms

Catrinas, Ofrendas y Alebrijes”

Artwork Limit: You may submit up to three pieces; however, only one piece will be selected for exhibition.

Maximum Size: 30 × 40  inches, including frame or mounting.

Display Requirements: Artwork must be ready for hanging, with all necessary hardware. Below is a link to a website about wire art. https://westfieldartassociation.org/how-to-wire-your-paintings/

No easels are required.

Identification: Artist’s contact information must be attached to the back of each artwork, where applicable.

Artwork pictures: A high-resolution  picture of the artwork should be send to exhibit@artcha.org

Submit a clear, well-lit photo of the entire artwork, taken straight on, without glare, shadows, or distracting backgrounds.

Application: A completed and signed application and indemnity agreement are required. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

An artist’s statement should be included in the application.

 

Participation & Registration

CHA Members: $30

Non-Members: $40

  1. Limited to 12 participating artists.
  2. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to compliance with exhibition guidelines.
  3. Registration is confirmed upon receipt and approval of the completed application, signed indemnity agreement, and participation fee.
  4. Spaces are limited, and registration may close before the submission deadline once all 12 spaces have been filled.
  5. CHA reserves the right to decline artwork that does not meet the exhibition requirements or cannot be accommodated within the available display space.
  6. Artists must be 18 years of age or older and reside in the Tampa Bay area.

 

How to Apply

Complete the Online Application or via email (instructions below).

Please email the following:

  • JPEG images of each artwork, high resolution (300 dpi).
  • Artwork information for each submission (title, medium, dimensions, and year).
  • One short statement describing your body of work.

  • Email: exhibit@artcha.org 

 

1-If you prefer to apply Online: 

  • To submit your application online, complete the form below and click Submit Form.

Artwork Images: If you experience any issues uploading images of your artwork to the application below, please email your artwork images to 

  • exhibit@artcha.org
  • Each image file must include the artist’s name, artwork title. Sample: GabrielaValencia_ColorsOfMyLife
  • Please submit your artwork images in JPG format, 300 DPI, and at least 1300 pixels on the longest side.
  • Each artist may submit up to 3  pieces of artwork.

If you are applying online:

  • Download and complete Documents 4, 5, and 6.
  • Email the completed Documents 4, 5, and 6 to president@artcha.org
  • Documents 1, 2, and 3 do not need to be submitted by email when applying online.

 

2- If you prefer to apply via email:

We’ll be happy to send you the application form, guidelines, and all the details you need. Please email us to exhibit@artcha.org

  • We will need  the following information:
  1. JPEG images of each artwork (300 dpi). Each image file must include the artist’s name, artwork title. Sample: GabrielaValencia_ColorsOfMyLife
  2. Artwork information for each submission (title, medium, dimensions, price and year).
  3. One statement describing your body of work.

 

After sending your application: 

Once you’ve submitted your application either by email or through our online form, please complete your registration by paying the participation donation fee. You can make your payment by clicking the PayPal button below

 

Note: Only applications submitted with payment will be accepted and considered.

Thank you for your interest in showcasing your artwork with us, we’re excited to see your creativity!

 

Celebrate Art. Honor Traditions. Inspire Generations.

Presented by the Coalition of Hispanic Artists (CHA)

 

Empowering artists. Celebrating diversity. Connecting communities through art.

CHA Team

 

 

Online Application Form

 

Standard Application Form