Goole Museum, led by curator Dr Alex Ombler, has issued a call for artwork submissions to celebrate the town's 200th anniversary. Entrants are encouraged to create pieces reflecting Goole's rich heritage, though all subjects will be considered by a selection panel. Entry forms are available at the museum or online.
A new exhibition titled "Local Life: A Retrospective" is on display at the Sussex Emmaus community in Portslade, featuring the work of Sussex artist Monica Long. The two-week show, running from February 10 to February 21, presents 29 paintings donated by Long's daughter Jacqueline, capturing everyday scenes from memory and small sketches made in cafés, on buses, and at concerts.
Homelessness charity Sussex Emmaus is hosting a two-week exhibition titled "Local Life: A Retrospective" at its community in Portslade, Brighton, featuring the work of local artist Monica Long. The exhibition includes 29 paintings donated by Long's daughter Jacqueline, a friend of the charity, and showcases Long's contemporary observational style capturing everyday life, landscapes, and animals.
The Creative Homies, a local arts collective, have opened the first phase of businesses in a building they purchased in Old Town in 2021. This initial phase includes a new art gallery and a music venue, marking the beginning of their planned creative hub.
The Montgomery County Probate Court is organizing a Black History Month art exhibition titled 'Through the Artist’s Eye: Montgomery’s Black History.' The call is open to local artists to submit original works that celebrate the area's Black history, with selected pieces to be displayed at the Juliette Hampton Morgan Memorial Library from February 13 to 28, 2026.
A new art exhibition titled 'Humanity' has opened at the Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) cultural landmark near Ubud, Bali. Featuring works from 28 local artists from the Wajah Art Community, the exhibition explores themes of social empathy, humanitarian concerns, and personal inner experiences through diverse media including paintings, sculptures, and installations. It will run until February 25, 2026.
An exhibition titled "The Landing" was held at the Māngere Arts Centre - Ngā Tohu o Uenuku from August 30 to October 18, 2025. Created by artists Sith Douang Kham Chanh and photographer Lilian Rose Martirez, the project transformed local community stories into living taonga (treasures) by photographing participants with a meaningful personal or cultural item and recording their narratives in their own words.
The Mansfield Public Art Commission and the Mansfield Richland County Public Library are hosting a memorial art exhibition honoring the late Ruthie Akuchie, a local artist known for her creativity, musical abilities, and adventurous spirit. A dedication event is scheduled for February 5, 2026, at the library's second-floor atrium, and the exhibition will run through February and March as part of the library's Black History Month celebration. Akuchie's work explores themes of identity, emotion, and lived experience, with her sister Naomi Cantwell and father Rev. El Akuchie sharing personal reflections on her legacy.
The Adams County Arts Council (ACAC) has announced a call for entries for its 22nd Annual Juried Art Exhibition, scheduled for June 5-29, 2026, at the Arts Education Center in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Open to artists aged 18 and older, the show will be juried by Philip Lindsey, a fine artist and professor at Wilson College. Submissions are due by March 20, with entry fees of $30 for ACAC members and $45 for non-members. For the first time, the exhibition and its accompanying Toast the Artists Reception will be held at the Arts Education Center, marking a milestone for the event.
The Robbins Hunter Museum in Granville, Ohio, will host the inaugural art exhibition of local artist Terry Applegate from January 28-30, 2026. Titled "Where Stillness Speaks," the show features 14 original oil paintings by Applegate, a retired elementary school teacher who began painting after a winter class with Paul Hamilton. Works include serene landscapes, vibrant florals, and scenes of quiet reflection, with key pieces such as “Winter Gift,” “Summer Field,” and “Sunday Morning.” A preview reception will be held on January 28, and the exhibition is free and open to the public, with all works available for purchase.
Estes Park News has issued a call for artists to participate in the Dead of Winter Exhibition & Art Sale, held in conjunction with the Frozen Dead Guy Days festival. The event invites visual artists to submit work for a themed winter exhibition and sale, offering a platform for local and regional creatives to showcase and sell their art during the quirky Colorado festival.
An art gallery has opened in the West York borough building in memory of fallen police Officer Andrew Duarte, featuring one of his own photographs from a trip to Portugal. The gallery held an opening reception on January 22, 2026, where his mother, Nancy Duarte Matarese, expressed that her son would have loved the tribute.
An art exhibition focused on local waterscapes has opened to widespread acclaim in East Devon, organized by the East Devon District Council. The show highlights the region's coastal and riverine landscapes through works by local artists.
CHAMP gallery in Grass Valley, California, opened a new exhibition titled "Convergence" that blends visual art with live performances. The opening featured works by local artists alongside dance, music, and spoken word performances, creating an immersive experience for attendees. The exhibition aims to break down traditional boundaries between artistic disciplines.
The Marin Cultural Association, in collaboration with Youth in Arts, presents “What About Age?,” a new exhibition at the Marin County Civic Center gallery from January 26 through May 6. The show features graphic art panels by New York-based writer and illustrator Aubrey Hirsch, originally curated by Dr. Stacey Gordon and displayed at NYU’s Kimmel Windows. Expanding on the original, Youth in Arts paired teen artists (ages 13-19) from its Intensive Arts Mentorship program with older adult artists (ages 65 and over) to create over 35 collaborative works challenging stereotypes about aging.
Shellharbour artists are featured in a new exhibition and workshop series called 'Art in the Village,' showcasing local creative talent in the region. The initiative aims to provide a platform for community artists to display their work and engage with the public through hands-on workshops.
An exhibition titled 'Le Chéile' opens at Siamsa Tíre in Tralee, Ireland, on January 21, celebrating 20 years of Tubrid Studios in Ardfert. The show features paintings, pottery, and glass work created by teenagers and adults in the studio's workshops over the past two years, with many pieces inspired by the Kerry landscape. Kerry GAA footballer Joe O'Connor will open the event, which runs through February 21.
Centre LGBT+ and several faith communities in Centre County, Pennsylvania, are partnering for a new art exhibition called “Rainbow Creation,” inviting local artists to submit original works exploring and celebrating LGBT+ identity. Submissions are open until March 15, with no fee required, and works by children, youth, and adults in any medium are welcome. Selected pieces will be displayed from April 12 to June 30 at Centre LGBT+’s community center and multiple faith spaces across State College and the Centre Region. Participating congregations include Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Centre County, St. Luke Lutheran Church, Congregation Brit Shalom, Grace Lutheran Church, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and Wesley Foundation, University Baptist and Brethren Church, State College Friends Meeting, and State College Presbyterian Church.
Saratoga Arts, a community arts organization, is set to reopen after completing a $2 million renovation to its gallery, theater, and classrooms. The project upgraded the facility's infrastructure and spaces to better serve local artists and audiences.
The article reports on a special art exhibition honoring a late local artist. The exhibition showcases the artist's work and legacy, organized by a community or regional institution to celebrate their contributions to the local art scene.
Seremban's Lorong Seni, a kilometer-long back alley behind pre-war shophouses, has been recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records as the longest art alley in the country. The project, coordinated by Zakir Amir Mohd Derus, involved seven local artists working in stages over five years (2019-2024) with a RM2.5 million budget from Seremban City Hall. The murals focus on local history, traditions, sports, and multicultural harmony, and the alley is now closed to vehicles on weekends to allow public enjoyment.
Effingham Artists, a new local organization founded by Lindsey Gerow, is hosting an art exhibition on February 6 at a studio on Laurel Street in Springfield, Georgia. Artists in Effingham County have until January 30 to submit their work for the show, which aims to provide a dedicated venue for painters, sculptors, and other visual artists to display their talent.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by undertaking infrastructure upgrades and launching a student art exhibition. The exhibition features works created by local students, showcasing their artistic talents as part of the airport's broader efforts to enhance the traveler experience ahead of the international event.
This article, published by a Southeast Texas news outlet, offers a retrospective roundup of the most notable art exhibitions held in the region during 2025. It highlights key shows at local galleries, museums, and alternative spaces, celebrating the year's visual arts highlights across Southeast Texas communities.
Linnaeus Sanitas in Botswana hosted a collaborative art exhibition funded by the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA), marking the culmination of a documentary project that brought together six local artists to explore the meaning of 'Home' through art. The exhibition was part of Contemporary Art Botswana 2025, a two-year initiative to highlight exceptional artistic work from Botswana for local and international audiences. Facilitator Ann Golifer explained that the project aimed to support young artists by providing a platform to showcase their work, addressing her own lack of such opportunities as a young artist.
The annual Surf Art exhibition at Port Noarlunga’s Arts Centre in South Australia has opened, celebrating the region’s surfing culture, lifestyle, history, and coastal environment. First held in 1993, the free exhibition runs until February 2 and features works in various media—painting, jewellery, mosaics, photography, glassware, textiles, and sculpture—by local and interstate artists. Coordinator Nerissa Galloway noted pieces referencing the recent algal bloom, including a painting by Jo Headon depicting a surfer in a hazmat suit. A separate exhibition, 'The Bloom,' will follow from February 6 to March 16, inviting community reflection on the algal bloom and coastal ecology.
A Raleigh couple, who have been fostering the local artist community from their backyard, are now opening a brick-and-mortar art cafe and event space downtown. The article previews their transition from a grassroots operation to a permanent venue, though full details are behind a paywall.
Screen Door Room, a venue in Rome, Georgia, is hosting a new art exhibition that features works by 10 local artists. The show brings together a diverse range of styles and mediums from artists based in the surrounding community, offering a snapshot of the region's creative talent.
Maltese artist Patrick Dalli is opening his private gallery in Marsascala to the public for three days in December 2024. The event, titled 'Midweek Art Fix – Patrick Dalli’s Private Gallery,' runs on December 17 from 7 to 11pm and December 18–19 from 2 to 8pm, offering a rare glimpse into the space where much of his work is created. The exhibition features his iconic large-scale nudes, expressive watercolours, and a newer series of stylised landscapes that merge human form with natural topography.
BASE is organizing an open call for Black artists of all ages and mediums to exhibit at Rogue Gallery & Art Center in Medford, Oregon, for Black History Month. The exhibition will run from January 20 to February 20, 2026, with artwork drop-off due by January 10. A featured component is the “Roots, Rhythm & Revolution” group showcase by BASE youth, and a closing reception is scheduled for February 20.