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The following call for visual artists of all practices is presented by Biltmore Fashion Park in partnership with Axiom Contemporary, with support provided by Artlink Inc., for a new exhibition series entitled “Art Walk at Biltmore Fashion Park” The deadline to submit is Wednesday, December 10, by 5:00 p.m. (local time).

PROJECT

Exhibition Series: Art Walk at Biltmore Fashion Park

Address: Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 E Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Dates/Times: 1 to 5 p.m., January 11, February 15, and March 15, 2026

Request: For artworks across a wide range of mediums to be featured in a rotating outdoor exhibition series. 

BACKGROUND

Art Walk at Biltmore Fashion Park launches its inaugural season in  2026, presented by Axiom Contemporary Gallery and Artlink Inc., marking the very first event of its kind at Biltmore Fashion Park. 

The event is a rotating series of curated exhibitions presenting the work of Arizona artists. Set as a Sunday afternoon stroll with drinks and bites through a series of gallery walls in the outdoor area, this non-traditional setting among luxury shopping provides artists a special opportunity to connect with a discerning audience, from art collectors to fashion lovers to design-conscious shoppers, in an environment where fine art meets luxury retail.

This is more than just an exhibition; it’s the beginning of a new cultural tradition for the Biltmore neighborhood building on its legacy of being an iconic Phoenix destination, and expanding the offering of arts and culture experiences throughout the city. Artists accepted into this series will be part of a groundbreaking first year, gaining the visibility, prestige, and momentum that comes with helping to shape a legacy event. 

OVERVIEW

This rotating series of curated exhibitions will spotlight Arizona artists selected via this open call to artists, and thoughtfully curated by a jury panel with respect to the Biltmore Fashion Park and area as a whole. The selected artwork be presented in a gallery style presentation in the center court and select locations throughout Biltmore Fashion Park. 

Exhibition dates for the inaugural season are January 11, February 15, and March 15, 2026, each one a signature event designed to engage the community, spark dialogue, and celebrate the artists who are defining the first chapter of the Art Walk at Biltmore Fashion Park story. 

This program aims to bring meaningful visual art to luxury retail settings, activating public spaces with creativity and culture. Axiom Contemporary is a curatorial gallery showcasing contemporary art in unique, nontraditional spaces across Arizona. With additional support from Biltmore Fashion Park and Artlink, the series will be promoted through digital campaigns, social media, newsletters, and on-site marketing amplifying each artist’s reach.

AWARDS

Artists from each show will be selected to receive one of the following awards to be announced during the event: 

1. $2,500, Best in Show Award
2. People's Choice Award
3. The Axiom Prize, exhibition space in Axiom Contemporary. See the application form for more details. 

Legal: Selected artist(s) will permit photography of artworks, including use in promotional materials. All reasonable effort will be made to credit the artist in promotions and when communicating with the media. Participation in the show is a commitment to exhibit work for sale; any further representation details will be arranged between the artist and Axiom Gallery.

Content: This open call is designed to identify both emerging and established artists interested in presenting work in this curated exhibition series. Artists are encouraged to submit works that are visually compelling and engage audiences in fresh and thoughtful ways. Submissions should thoughtfully consider the scale and impact of the work in relation to this gallery-style presentation. This defined area allows for a focused, professional display that elevates both the artist’s voice and the viewer’s experience. This is intended for all audiences. The works should not contain images or messages that include nudity, political, religious, advertising or otherwise controversial themes.

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested artists are encouraged to learn more about Biltmore Fashion Park, Axiom Contemporary and Artlink Inc. via their respective platforms.

Eligibility: This opportunity is open to all artists, designers and creative teams who are currently living in the state of Arizona with the ability to produce exemplary art. Artists must be registered as an Artlink Articipant. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org. 

Criteria: Selections will be based on quality, originality, and presentation. Approximately 15–20 artists will be selected for each show.

• This is a call for existing work and is open to artists of a wide range of mediums including, but not limited to, oil, watercolor, acrylic, graphite, charcoal, pastels, photography, ceramics, printmaking, textile, mixed media, fashion, video, and sculpture/three-dimensional pieces. 
• 2D visual art will be displayed on a wall and must be smaller than 72' x 72' (5,184 sq"). 
• 3-D works are welcome, though space may be limited. There are no size limitations for free-standing sculpture. 
• No performance art or artworks with sound will be selected at this time. 
• Artworks may be battery powered, however no electrical power will be made available. 
• No time restriction for the creation of the piece. Up to three (3) artworks may be chosen from each artist. 
• Artwork will be installed in public areas. Only artwork appropriate for all ages will be considered.

SUBMISSION DETAILS 

NOTE: By submitting artwork for consideration, the artist agrees to the following:  

1. Selected artists are responsible for the transport and delivery of their works. 
2. Axiom Gallery will install, insure, and oversee the exhibition of the artworks for the duration of each exhibition cycle. 
3. Delivery of selected artwork to Axiom Contemporary in the Biltmore Fashion Park, 2502 East Camelback Road, Phoenix, Arizona 85016, on the Friday prior to the selected exhibition cycle (JAN/FEB/MAR). 
4. Selected artwork will be delivered ready to install and with any required pedestals, monitors, projectors as applicable. Artists of specialized works will support or be responsible for their installation.
5. All sales will be handled exclusively by Axiom Contemporary on-site sales staff. Artists receive 50% of the sale price of works sold. Exhibiting artists are invited to attend the event as guests and encouraged to enjoy the event experience.
6. The artist agrees to pick up selected works on Monday following their exhibition cycle (JAN/FEB/MAR).

TIMELINE*

Submissions Due: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 (by 5:00 p.m.)

Artists Notified: By Friday, December 19, 2025

Exhibition Dates (1 to 5 p.m.): 

• Sunday, January 11, 2026 (Delivery: JAN 9. Pickup: JAN 12)
• Sunday, February 15, 2026 (Delivery: FEB 13. Pickup: FEB 16)
• Sunday, March 15, 2026 (Delivery MAR 13. Pickup: MAR 16)

*Timeline subject to change. Delivery/Pickup times may be modified. 

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please follow ALL guidelines and complete the entire submission form via Submittable. Submissions that are either incomplete or do not follow provided guidelines will not be accepted. Your submission should include:

• A letter of interest
• Artist CV or resume
• Up to (three) 3 artworks. Please see the submission form for acceptable files.
• Descriptions of each submitted artwork. Please see the submission form for requested information.
• Artist contact information, website, Instagram handle.
• NOTE: Selected artists will be asked to upload a complete profile to ArtistsAZ to be included in the exhibition listing. Details will be shared at the time of acceptance.

Every submission is appreciated and will be thoughtfully reviewed.

Artists will be notified by email.

Questions? Please contact: submissions@artlinkphx.org.

NOTE: Submissions are received through the Submittable platform. Please create an account or log in to apply.

The following call for artists of all practices is presented by FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel and the FOUND:RE Contemporary art program, with support provided by Artlink Inc., for a new exhibition cycle entitled “Where the Wild Things Stay”. The deadline to submit is Thursday, December 11 by 5:00 p.m. (local Arizona time).

PROJECT

Exhibition: “Where the Wild Things Stay”

Address: FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel at 1100 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Request: “Where the Wild Things Stay” is an open call to artists seeking works that explore animals in their subject matter. All animals are welcome, from domestic to wild in any medium. 

OVERVIEW

FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel regularly presents exhibitions based on a 360-degree view of arts and culture that includes all the traditional mediums of art such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, fiber art, printmaking, etc., as well as video art, film, fashion, performance, music and much more! 

For “Where the Wild Things Stay", FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel will use the Gallery and first floor space to showcase the works that are selected. This diverse survey embraces different styles and mediums of art in both 2D and 3D works. All the works selected for exhibitions are for sale and will be represented on the gallery website for purchase by hotel patrons and art collectors from across the nation.

BACKGROUND

FOUND:RE Contemporary is a premier commercial gallery space in the heart of downtown Phoenix. It represents both emerging and established artists through a regular series of exhibitions and special events that happen in conjunction with the art programming at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel. 

Legal: Selected artist(s) will permit the photography of artworks, including use in promotional materials. All reasonable effort will be made to credit the artist in promotions and when communicating with the media. Being accepted in the show is only a commitment to have the works in the show represented for sale and any further terms and conditions about representation will be negotiated by the hotel curator and the artist.

Content: This open call is to identify artists who want to exhibit at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, or who are looking for representation by FOUND:RE Contemporary. Artists are encouraged to submit works that demonstrate visually satisfying and thought-provoking work. Artwork should explore or incorporate iconography, whether it’s traditional, contemporary, or unique to the artist’s vision. 

FOUND:RE Contemporary welcomes submissions in a wide range of mediums. 3-Dimensional works are welcome, however, space is limited. 

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested artists are encouraged to learn more about FOUND:RE Phoenix and FOUND:RE Contemporary via the following websites: foundrehotels.com and foundrecontemporary.com.

Eligibility: This opportunity is only open to artists, designers, creative individuals and creative teams living and working in the state of Arizona.

Artists should be Articipants with our local partner, Artlink Inc. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org.

There will be approximately 50 artists selected, depending on the number of works submitted and how many can be shown. 

Honoraria: Artists will receive a standard 50% commission on all sales.

Criteria: Selections will be based upon the quality, originality, and craftsmanship of their work as they relate to the exhibition’s theme. 

Project Rates: The chosen artist is responsible for transport and delivery of the works. FOUND:RE will install, insure and secure all works for a period of two months, after which time they will be returned to the artists. Artwork can be stored by FOUND:RE for a total of 30 days after the exhibition. Artwork can remain for sale on the website under consignment for a limited term contract to be determined by negotiation between FOUND:RE’s Curator of Art & Culture and the exhibiting artists. This is an offer that may be extended beyond the original terms and dates if the artist is interested, but it is not mandatory. All works accepted will be on consignment for the terms of the exhibition unless other terms are agreed upon in advance between the curators and the artist.

Timeline:*

• Submissions Due: Thursday, December 11 at 5:00pm  
• Artists Notified/Finalists Announced: Friday, December 19  
• Artwork Drop-Off: Monday, January 12, 2026 
• Opening Reception: Friday, January 16, 2026 
• Exhibition Dates: January 16 – July 12, 2026   

*Timeline subject to change

Submission Requirements:

Please make sure you follow ALL guidelines and complete the entire submission form, including the following:

• A current resume. 
• 1-3 digital images of artwork in any medium and genre you would like to exhibit.
• An image list that includes your full name (First, Last) title, medium, year of completion, size, and price. All files in your digital portfolio should be labeled with your last name and the title of your work (Last name, Title). 
• A current email and phone number. 

Every submission is appreciated and will be seriously considered.

Artists will be notified by email.

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