Art Submission Deadlines for Islip Arts Council are :listed below with program updates!

 Islip is a. very active Arts Council with programs for all.

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DEADLINE APPROACHING: GRAFFITI, TATTOO, AND THE EXTRAORDINARY

Above work by Lori Field (b. 1955) You’re no Bunny Til Some Bunny Loves You, 2004-05 Seven color lithograph with hand coloring SUBMIT YOUR TATTOO FLASHES!

CALLING GRAFFITI ARTISTS, TATTOO ARTISTS, AND ALL WORKS EXTRAORDINARY Have unusual art? Graffiti murals, sculptures or other works of art? Tattoo flashes? WE WANT YOUR ART!! Permanent Expression Exhibition Period: October 1 - 31 Exhibit Location: IAC Gallery - 1701 Sunrise Hwy, Bay Shore Submission Deadline: September 22, End of business Day Application Fee: $25 IAC Members / $35 NonMembers Islip Arts Council is looking to fill the gallery walls with bold, intricate, and expressive artwork, "art out of the ordinary," that viewers may not see everyday. We are bringing street art to life in the gallery through murals, sculptures, and more as well as different tattoo art styles. There is no size limitation.  Artist Submission Form

DEADLINE APPROACHING: GROUNDS FOR GROWTH: INDOOR PLANTS & COFFEE-INSPIRED ART

CALL FOR INDOOR PLANTS AND COFFEE-INSPIRED ART Grounds for Growth Exhibition Period: October 1 - November 30 Exhibit Location: My Town's Cafe - 51 W Main St., East Islip Submission Deadline: September 25, End of business Day Application Fee: $25 IAC Members / $35 NonMembers The Islip Arts Council is curating a cozy, coffee-and-plant-themed art exhibition at My Town’s Cafe, and we’re seeking artwork inspired by the beauty of indoor plants, coffee, and the little moments that make a space feel like home. Works may explore houseplants, botanical forms, coffee culture, cozy café scenes, or imaginative interpretations of growth and greenery. From realistic studies to abstract and whimsical pieces, we welcome artwork that captures the connection between creativity, coffee, and indoor plants. All media welcome! Artist Submission Form

OPEN CALL POP UP SHOW: Jewish Heritage Celebration

OPEN CALL FOR POP UP SHOW: Jewish Heritage Celebration Exhibit Location: B'Nai Israel Reform Temple Submission Deadline: October 10, End of business Day Application Fee: NO fee This is a one day exhibition on Sunday, October 11. Display is from 1-4:30 pm during the B'Nai Israel Reform Temple Klezmer concert. Join us for an afternoon of high-energy Jewish music and enchanting, soulful selections. If you are interested in submitting to this show please note you must stay until the end of the concert and fellowship. All work will be displayed on easels at the temple. There is no submission fee, the Islip Arts will accept a 25% commission rate. Limited Space available. Artist Submission Form

OPEN CALL IMAGES OF HISTORIC ST. MARK'S AND THE GREATER ISLIP COMMUNITY

IMAGES OF HISTORIC ST. MARK'S CHURCH & THE GREATER ISLIP COMMUNITY Exhibition Period October 24 - December 6 Exhibit Location: St. Mark's Church, Islip Submission Deadline: October 13, End of business Day Application Fee: $25 IAC and St. Mark's Members $35 NonMembers The Islip Arts Council in partnership with St. Mark's Church invites artists of all ages to submit work for the first exhibit in this new partnership. The theme is "Images of Historic St. Mark's and the Greater Islip Community." This is an opportunity to showcase works from the entire community, including IAC and St. Mark's members. Artists may reflect the beauty of St. Mark's and other historic places in Islip including Brookwood Hall in East Islip, Sagtikos Manor in West Bay Shore, and the Bayard Cutting Estate in Great River. Artist Submission Form

POP-UP ART SHOW HISPANIC HERITAGE DAY CALL FOR ART & VENDORS

Hispanic Heritage Day  Address: Islip Arts Council 1701 Sunrise Highway, Bay Shore, NY 11706 Sunday, October 4 / 2-6 PM  Join us for a vibrant afternoon celebrating Hispanic heritage, culture, music, and the arts! Enjoy live performances by El Teatro Rodante, Liza, and Sol y Sombra, along with a special pop-up art show featuring local artists. Bring your friends and family and celebrate with us! Schedule: 2-2:50 pm: Sol y Sombra 3-4 pm: El Teatro Rodante Hispanico 4-4:45 pm: Sol y Sombra 4:50-6 pm: Liza ARTISTS AND VENDORS WANTED! 

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ADRC ART EXPRESSION PROGRAM

ON VIEW SEPTEMBER 18 - 29 The Alzheimer's Disease Resource Center (ADRC) presents the talent of people with Alzheimer's. ADRC provides care, support and educational programs for families in need, and advocates for local families who are coping with Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias.  Art stimulates and enriches those struggling with memory loss and opens alternate pathways for expression and recollection. ADRC’s Art Programs introduce projects appropriate for people with Alzheimer’s and other cognitive impairments, using a hands-on approach. Reception: September 25, 1-3pm

FEATURED ARTIST: VICTORIA PIERRE-JEAN

ON VIEW SEPTEMBER 15 - October 24 Victoria Pierre-Jean (VPJ) is a Haitian American visual artist and community arts facilitator based in Brooklyn, NY. Her work blends acrylic and mixed media portraiture to explore themes of identity, heritage, and emotional healing. With a professional background in clinical social work, VPJ integrates art and wellness to create spaces for empowerment and reflection. Her vibrant, symbolic pieces have been featured in notable exhibitions including the Harlem Fine Arts Show (2024), Black Girl Art Show (2025), and Times Square Artworks (2025 and 2026). She is also a recurring artist at Atlantic Antic (2023–2025). Through bold color and layered storytelling, VPJ invites viewers to explore their inner worlds and reflect on the social and cultural forces that shape us. Her practice is both visual and transformative by using art as a tool for connection, consciousness, and collective healing.

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