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Call for Art & Soul 2027 Featured Artists.

Indianapolis, IN · Indy Arts Council
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Indy Arts Council seeks Indianapolis-based artists whose work reflects and celebrates Black art and culture for its 2027 Featured Artists program. Selected artists receive paid performance or exhibition opportunities, career coaching, media placements, and marketing support. Application deadline is September 6, 2026, with no submission fee.

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Days left
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Deadline. September 6, 2026

“09/06/2026”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

Cost to apply. Free to apply

“none”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

What you get.

“Paid performances and exhibitions opportunities, career coaching, media placements, and community event spotlighting.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

Who can apply. Indianapolis-based artists and performers dedicated to their creative career whose work reflects and celebrates Black art and culture.

How they choose. Juried

“Selected by Indy Arts Council; four Featured Artists recognized annually.”✓ Checked on the organizer’s site

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