Call for Artists: 2026 Soccer Ball Hunt 

The Snohomish County Arts Commission, in partnership with the Snohomish County Office of Economic Development, invites artists to submit qualifications for the 2026 Soccer Ball Hunt, a countywide public art project celebrating community, creativity, and global unity. 

This project will feature five large-scale soccer ball sculptures, each approximately 58 inches in diameter, installed in communities across Snohomish County. The sculptures are pre-fabricated marine buoys, a playful nod to the region’s maritime heritage, that will be mounted on stands and transformed through painted original designs by local artists. 

Artists are encouraged to consider how their designs can connect the themes of maritime culture, soccer, community, and unity. 

This is a Request for Qualifications (RFQ). Artists will be selected based on their past experience, artistic style, and ability to complete a project of this scale. Applicants should not submit new artwork proposals at this stage. 

Once selected, artists will collaborate with the Arts Commission’s committee to develop their design concepts and painting schedules. We are looking for artists who can bring their unique vision while working within the logistical framework of the project. 

The sculptures are made of steel and will be primed and sealed by County staff under the consultation of the selected artist. Artists must use professional quality paints and materials suitable for outdoor installation. All sculptures will be staged at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe, Washington, where artists will complete their painting. Selected artists must be able to travel to this location for the duration of their work. 

Deadline: November 21, 2025
Contact: Kari Johnson, kari.johnson@SnoCo.org

For more info: www.snocoarts.org/soccer

CALL FOR ART

Exhibit Title:
Flight Patterns: The Art & Motion of Winged Life

Exhibition Dates: January – June 2026 (exact dates TBD)

Location: Lynnwood Event Center, 3711 196th St SW Lynnwood, WA 98036

Explore the elegance, energy, and symbolism of winged life in motion. We invite artists working in all visual mediums to submit works that capture the movement, essence, or beauty of winged life. Open to established and emerging artists!

Important Dates
• Submissions Open: October 1, 2025
• Submission Deadline: December 1, 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: December 12, 2025
• Art Delivery: TBD

Submission Guidelines
• Submit up to 3 works in JPEG, PNG, or TIFF format
• High-resolution files preferred (300 DPI ideal)
• Label files: LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg
• Email submissions to: saltyseacatmary@gmail.com
• Include artist name, title, medium, & size
• 2D Art only, ready to hang, 24×24 minimum preferred.

Selection Criteria
Works will be reviewed based on:
• Artistic quality
• Relevance to the theme
• Originality of vision

Don’t miss the opportunity to have your work featured in this unique, thematic group exhibition celebrating the movement and mystery of flight in the natural and imagined world.

Questions? Contact saltyseacatmary@gmail.com
For more info: https://lynnwoodeventcenter.com/call-for-art/

Call for Art - Graphite on Graphite

The Gallery at Graphite Arts Center (Edmonds, WA) is seeking artwork for the upcoming exhibition ‘Graphite on Graphite. ' We are seeking works of art created using graphite or charcoal. Works may be any medium but must include graphite or charcoal. Any subject matter. Works should be finished and well executed (no sketches).

Exhibit Dates: January 9–February 28, 2026.

Deadline to enter: Sunday, December 14, 2025.

For more info: https://graphiteartscenter.org/category/call-for-art/

Sno-Isle Libraries is seeking artists, musicians, performing artists, and writers for in-person and online programming. Musical and theatrical performances, art workshops or lectures, and writing workshops will be considered. Individuals and groups from diverse cultures and backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The library is excited to help expand access to the arts, especially to communities who have had limited access due to geographic barriers or as members of underserved or marginalized groups. We offer programs for all age groups at 23 locations, as well as a robust lineup of online programs.

Click HERE for more information!