Mardi Gras Carnival Exhibition- CALL TO ARTISTS!

Mardi Gras Carnival Exhibition February 4th to February 28

Theme

Carnival • Color • Joy • Decorative • Open Theme

Artists are invited to celebrate the festive and vibrant world of Mardi Gras 
Create art that is joyful, bold, fun, and visually dazzling.

 Artist Guidelines

• Maximum Size: 30 x 30 inches

• Entry Limit: unlimited submissions allowed, maximum 2 pieces will be accepted per artist

• All mediums welcome: paintings, mixed media, sculpture, decorative work

• Think bright, colorful, playful, and collectible

Entry Fees

• Members: 1st entry FREE, additional $10.00
• Non-Members: $25 first entry, $10 second entry

 Important Dates

• Reception: February 7, 2026, 4 PM – 7 PM

• Artwork Drop-Off: January 31, and February 2, 2026, 11-2PM

• Pick-Up Date: February 28, 2026, 10-3 PM

Reception Details

Join us at the reception for a Mardi Gras Costume Contest filled with color, creativity, and Carnival flair.

Guests are encouraged to dress in festive attire, masks, feathers, beads, and all things Mardi-Gras.
Cash prizes will be awarded:

• 1st Place: $300
• 2nd Place: $200
• 3rd Place: $100

Bring your best Mardi-Gras spirit

• Free & open to the public
• Music, color, celebration & Mardi-Gras atmosphere
• Light refreshments & gallery bar

Location

East County Art Association Gallery
Downtown El Cajon
124 E Main St El Cajon, CA 92020