Arlington Open Studios | Call for Artists

Join Arlington Center for the Arts for our 28th annual Arlington Open Studios!   Artists who work in all mediums including painting, photography, fiber, ceramics, glass, fine jewelry, mixed media, printmaking and sculpture are encouraged to apply.

DATE:  Saturday, November 7, 2026, 11-5pm
 

LOCATION: All artists will be at Arlington Town Hall at 730 Mass Ave and the Arlington Community Center (just behind Town Hall at 20 Academy Street and 27 Maple St.
 

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all Arlington and non-Arlington artists
 

FEE: $60 for ACA members, $75 for non-members (you can purchase a membership when paying your participation fee)
 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Wednesday, September 9, 2026 @ 5pm
 

JURYING: Due to space constraints, applications will be juried. Artists who are not juried into this year’s show will automatically be added to a Waitlist and will be notified if space becomes available.
 

JURYING PROCESS (HOW WE EVALUATE):

• During the jurying process, priority will be placed on having a diverse mix of represented media including a mix of painting, ceramics, jewelry, mixed media, photography, wood, fiber and metal work. The emphasis will be to have a variety of different high quality arts & fine crafts.

• Each year, we work to find a mix of new and returning artists.

• All application materials are reviewed including images, artist statement, website, and social media (if applicable) for high quality work, well made, unique, and well presented.

• Were all the questions on the application answered, directions were properly and professionally followed, and materials submitted?

• We review how many submissions are in the same media category (photography, painting, etc.). We also assess the diversity with the same media (subject, materials, price point, etc)

 

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE: Artists will receive notice on the status of their participation in Arlington Open Studios 2026 by Monday, September 14, 2026, 5pm. If accepted, you will also receive your location assignment at that time. Please email Pam if you do not receive an email by September 15.

PAYMENT: If you are accepted, you must confirm your participation and complete your payment no later than Friday, September 18.

 

Any questions or concerns, please contact ACA Operations Director + Arlington Open Studios Director Pam Shanley, pam@acarts.org