The next mixer is on Wednesday, May 7 from 5–7 pm at Anchor Rock Club. Apply today to participate as a gallery artist or vendor!

THIS CALL IS CLOSED. Thank you!

ACAF is hosting a Winter Mixer at Anchor Rock Club on Wed. February 26th *new date* from 5–7 pm. This event is open to all ages and free to enter.

We're inviting artists to join a pop-up exhibit on the second floor—whether you have prints to sell or a canvas to display, we want to hear about it and make space for you at the event.

If you would like to exhibit or sign up as a vendor, email: staff@atlanticcityartsfoundation.org.

No vendor or exhibition fees, any and all sales retained by the artist. Space is limited, so get in touch today to reserve your spot!

Call for Artists: Inlet CDC Planters

We are currently seeking 24 artists, groups, or organizations to paint planters for the Inlet neighborhood. Planters will be created in Nautical, Hydrangea, or Open themes, with the goals of promoting the Inlet Hydrangea Trail and enriching the Inlet neighborhood.

Posting Date: 5/15/2024
Application Deadline: 5/29/2024, decisions by 6/7/2024
Painting Dates (on site at Gardner’s Basin): 6/15—23/2024

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After School Mural Program Leaders

Seeking two muralists to lead a 4-week after school mural program at Our Lady Star of the Sea School in Atlantic City, in partnership with Mighty Writers.

Each leader will guide their group through the mural-making process from design to completion.

• April 8–May 2, 2024

• Group 1: 9 5th–8th Graders; Mon & Wed 3–5 pm

• Group 2: 11 1st–4th Graders; Tue & Thu 3–5 pm

• $2,500 Stipend

• Supplies & materials provided

• Mural Dimensions: 7’3” H x 20’ W

Applications Due: Monday, March 4, 2024, 5 pm EST

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Apply now to create a large-scale chalk art installation during Downbeach Seafood Festival, September 9 & 10, 2023. Applications are due on August 8, 2023, at 5 pm EST.

This project is sponsored by Good Time Tricycle Productions.

Apply now to participate in the 2023 48 Blocks AC event weekend, June 24 & 25, 2023. Submissions will be accepted through May 26, 2023.

Learn more about 48 Blocks AC 2023!

We are seeking an artist to create a mural on a shipping container at Cardinal during Mural Week - June 19-23, 2023.

Submission Deadline: May 4, 2023, at 5 pm EST

The shipping container mural is a companion project to the Mural at Cardinal, located in the restaurant’s year-round exterior space. Applicants should consider the theme of fusing art, nature, and industry when developing their mural concept. The mural has the potential to be an interactive conversation piece, interpreting the theme in a colorful, playful, and unique way. This is a commissioned piece by the team at Cardinal Restaurant.

Apply now to create an artistic Adirondack chair or planter box, which will be placed on public view in Atlantic City when completed. Submissions will be accepted through May 15, 2023.

Learn more about 48 Blocks AC 2023!

The Mural at Cardinal is a 5,000 square foot building wrap, reflecting the progression of the seasons throughout the year with each face of the building dedicated to a season. It will be the first touchpoint for diners, expressing the concept of nature overtaking the industrial world and the restaurant’s seasonal farm-to-table menu.

Our next ARTeriors will be launching at Tanger Outlets, Atlantic City this winter, and the exhibition will run through the new year.

Artist Applications will open on 11/15 and close on 11/30.

Visit our applications page to apply!

ARTeriors is about transformation and transition.

Local artists transform a property in transition into an immersive pop-up art installation inspired by the artists’ interaction with each other and the space. ARTeriors highlights Atlantic City’s potential for innovation and evolution and aims to shift attendees’ perceptions of the city.

LEARN MORE: atlanticcityartsfoundation.org/arteriors

Muralist Applications for a mural that celebrates the Chelsea neighborhood will open on 11/14 and close on 12/1/2022.

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ACAF staff interviewed Chelsea residents and business owners to ask which elements of their neighborhood they would like to highlight in a mural. The muralist’s concept art must include these elements to be considered for selection. All details are outlined in the application.

Chalk About AC event: October 8th (rain date October 9th)

We are currently seeking artists to create chalk art pieces between the hours of 9 am and 12 pm at chalk pick up sites throughout the city.

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All application materials must be received no later than five o’clock in the evening (5:00 p.m.) EST on September 30, 2022 for consideration. 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Chalk About AC is a city-wide chalking event inviting the community to come together to create chalk artwork in Atlantic City, encouraging positive perceptions of the city.

The 8th annual Chalk About AC event will take place on October 8th (rain date October 9th) from 9 am-1 pm. Chalk will be distributed at North Beach Mini Golf, Cycles of Life, Vagabond, Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall, Homegrown AC, Atlantic Cape Community College Worthington Campus, the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, Cozy Cohost, and Bungalow Park.

This year, ACAF will be hiring artists to create at an assigned chalk pick-up location from 9am-12pm.

Chalk About AC is a program of the Atlantic City Arts Foundation.

Atlantic County Arts Renewal Grant

22 $1000 GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE NEW JERSEY ARTS AND CULTURE RECOVERY FUND.

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Applications Open: 9/16-10/27/2022

Eligibility: Atlantic County artists whose income was impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic

Application Process:

• Click the APPLY NOW button or visit https://atlanticcityartistrenewalgrant.grantplatform.com

• Create your "Good Grants" account

• Complete online application, providing proof of eligibility

Proof of Eligibility:

• Practicing Artist - website, social media, portfolio, resumé, etc.

• Covid-19 Impact - email of a show/project cancellation, gallery closure, etc.

• Atlantic County Resident - Government-Issued ID, bank statement, utility bill, etc.

Selection Process: Applications will be reviewed by a panel appointed by the South Jersey Cultural Alliance. Applications are graded by the completeness of your answers & supporting documents.