Call for Artists: Annual Members’ Showcase
Calling all SRAC Artist Members! Submit one piece of work to this yearly exhibit and help us celebrate our wonderfully talented Artist Members. Select artists are juried from this show into our February “You Should Know” exhibition. The “Annual Members’ Show” is open to all current SRAC Artist Members. Artists can submit one piece of […]
Beyond the Canvas: A Collaborative Arts Experience with empower: abilities
empower: abilities invites you to be part of Beyond the Canvas: A Collaborative Art Experience—a new community event we believe will become something truly special. This unique initiative pairs local artists with individuals with disabilities to co-create original works of art. Through a series of collaborative sessions, each partnership will create a one-of-a-kind piece that […]
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Post-it Note, 3”x3” Art Show & SMAC Fundraiser
The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) will present its seventh annual “Post-it Note, 3”x3” Art Show.” All works of art will be sold for the affordable price of just $5 each! All art sales will be split equally between SMAC and the artist. We are seeking miniature art that is presented on a standard size […]
Queer Art Roadshow: Call for Artists
With support from Springfield Regional Arts Council, GLO is taking the Queer Artist Showcase on the road as the Queer Art Roadshow! The first event for this new program is JOMO Pride in Joplin September 5th! Queer artists throughout southwest Missouri are invited to apply, and artists who have participated in past Queer Artist Showcases […]
Call for Artists – Moon City Fall Festival – October 3, 2026
Call for Artists! Be part of the Moon City Fall Festival at Historic Lafayette Park (202 E Atlantic St, Springfield, MO) on Saturday, October 3, 2026 • 10am–4pm! We’re inviting artists and makers to showcase their handmade, original work at this vibrant community celebration in Springfield’s oldest park. From fine art to crafts, this is […]
CALL FOR EXHIBITION PROPOSALS 2027
The Southern Missouri Arts Connection presents approximately 12 exhibitions throughout the year in our Art Center Gallery. The program presents a diverse range of creative approaches, mediums, and backgrounds in artists. The Southern Missouri Arts Connection began in 2014. It has been in its current location on Downing Street in Hollister, MO historic district since […]
SMAC Artist in Residence Program 26-27
The Southern Missouri Arts Connection (SMAC) is excited to announce that we are accepting applications for our 12 month Artist-in-Residence Program. Our Residency program, commencing in September, is designed to provide time and space for emerging artists to develop their voices. Residents gain invaluable experience working in a community environment, teaching classes, sharing their technical […]
Call for Artists: “Ozarks Icons” sponsored by The McQueary Family
“Ozarks Icons” invites artists to delve into the heart and soul of the Ozarks through your art! From the historic stretches of Route 66 to the culinary masterpiece of Cashew Chicken, from the mysterious origins of our not – so – native cobras to the iconic Bob Barker Boulevard we want to celebrate the people, […]
Call for Artists: “With Every Fiber” made possible by Brightspeed Fiber
Encompassing embroidery, weaving, quilting, fashion, paper quilling, basket weaving, illustration of costume design, and much, much more, “With Every Fiber,” made possible by Brightspeed Fiber, encourages artists to embrace and push the boundaries of textiles. Use your art to celebrate a traditional art form that has been used not only for utilitarian purposes throughout history […]
Call for Artists: “Pure Enjoyment” sponsored by Brewer Science
PURE ENJOYMENT 2026 EXHIBITION DATES Virtual: October 1-31, 2026; In-person: October 2-29, 2026 ART DROP-OFF September 24 & 25 in-person or arrange to have art shipped to the Springfield Regional Arts Council by September 25. The Springfield Regional Arts Council and show sponsor Brewer Science are proud to collaborate on “Pure Enjoyment,” a juried art […]