Call for Artists - February 2026- Scroll below.

January 6 - February 1, 2026

Michael Booth & Christine Velez Stone

Exclusive Juried Event Deadline for entries (extended): Date Dec. 28, 2025

To Apply:
Enter Here

Call for Artists  February 2026

In February 2026, the Studios of Cocoa Beach; will host a juried event for Florida artists.  Studios of Cocoa Beach Art Scene 2026; is an opportunity for artists to submit their finest works. Artworks for display in the February exhibit will be selected by a noted art professional (TBA). Cash prizes will be awarded to those artists who display qualities in composition, technique, and individuality. 

The Studios of Cocoa Beach is located in the heart of downtown Cocoa Beach at 165 Minutemen Causeway next to Heidi’s Jazz Club. 

Submit your application by going to our website at www.studiosofcocoabeach.org or mailing in your application. Drop-off at the Studios is also accepted. 

Specifications for entry: *Applicants may submit three entries

		First entry - 		$30.00
                Second entry - 	$15.00
                Third entry - 	$15.00
                 *Entry fees are non-refundable.
                  *2-dimensional and 3-dimensional works accepted.

	Size of 2-dimensional entries should be no more than 40” wide and 40” height. 

	Size of 3-dimensional works should be no more than 18” tall. For accepted work, the artist must provide a stand for display.

Types of artworks accepted: Original paintings, Limited edition photography (no more than the 5th edition), digital art, sculpture (please, if accepted, you will need to work with us on the display.) 

Media not accepted: Reproductions of paintings, artwork created with AI.

*All artwork must be created exclusively by the applicant. 

*Works must be no more than three years old.

Digital entries:

	*Must be in Jpeg format 

	Photo images of works should be taken “straight-on” not at an angle. Please crop out as much of the background as possible. 

Resolution size should be no more than 1920 pixels in both width and height per image: 
for example, an image with a resolution of 100 and 16” x 20” size is acceptable.

Another example: 1000 x 1000 pixels or a resolution of 100  and 10” x 10” size is acceptable. 

	*File names should be:

		First name, Last name, Title of work, medium, size

		example: John Dow, Sunset, oil, 16x20

	*Payment and application for entries can be made online:

	www.studiosofcocoabeach.org

	***If your images do not go through it may that be your image resolution is too large. You will need to make the images smaller. 

Mail in Entries (or drop off)

	*Include the application

	*CD or thumb drive with pictures of the work. Resolution size should be no more than 1920 pixels in both width and height: for example, an image with a resolution of 100 and 16” x 20” size is acceptable. 

 Images of works should be taken “straight on” not from an angle. Please crop out as much of the background as possible. 

	Please title work on CD or thumb drive image:

		First name, Last name, Title of work, medium, size

		example: JohnDow,Sunset,oil,16x20

	*Payment for entries in check form. Cash is not accepted.

	You can also go on-line and submit your payment

Send application to: Studios of Cocoa Beach
Attention: June 2025
165 Minutemen Causeway
Cocoa Beach, FL 32931

	Or email - studiosofcocoabeach@gmail.com

Specifications for those artworks that are accepted:
                *Works must be framed or on gallery wrap canvas. 
                   Gallery wrap- Canvas with a 2” depth. Frame required if the work is on a canvas that is less than 2” depth.
                 For  works that require glass (works on paper, for example), please use Plexiglass on works larger than 18” x 24” or larger than 432 square inches (width x height). 
                *All 2-dimensional work must be wired properly. No sawtooth hangers accepted.
                *Works must be ready for hanging when delivered (wire, proper presentation). 
                *Please, for wire on 2D works, place D hooks (purchase at Michaels) no more than 3” from the top on small works, - 11 x 14 or smaller. 
                  Any works larger than 11” x 14”, hooks can be placed 5” - 6” from the top of the frame. 

	***We will not be able to include works in the show that are not ready for presentation or hanging. 

Jury Awards:

	Best in Show- Certificate, $500 cash prize
       2nd Place Certificates, $300,	
       3rd Place- Certificate, $100
        Merritt Awards
        Various Sponsored Awards 

	*Jury will be done by (TBA)	

	*Only non-Studios’ artists are accepted. 

Sales

	In the event of a sale, the artist will receive 70% of the sale. 30% goes to the Studios. Payment for sales will be awarded in the following month by check before March 15th. The buyer has the right to take the purchased work. The artist may replace the work with a similar format. *The Studios has the right to curate the replaced work.

Shipping

	Artists are responsible for shipping. The Studios will inform the buyer that the artist will determine the shipping charge. We will contact the artist concerning the shipping option and provide the buyer’s contact information. 

Timeline

Show run:						     Feb. 3- March 1
Deadline for entries:				     Dec. 28, 2025	(extended date)
Results of the jury selection l:		     Jan. 15, 2026  - Email notification (new date)
Drop accepted work in the Studios-      Sunday, Feb. 1 	9:00- 5:00
Studios installs the exhibit 			Mon., Feb. 2 
Reception - 6:00 - 8:30 				Fri., Feb. 6		
Pick up work from 10:00 to 6:00		Sun., March 1

To Apply Enter Here

Studios contact:         studiosofcocoabeach@gmail.com

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