Exhibitions

This exhibition highlights the diverse talents of MartinArts Member Artists, featuring a wide range of styles, media, and creative expressions that reflect the vibrant artistic community in Martin County.

Exhibit dates: September 8 - October 31, 2026

Opening Reception Thursday, September 10 | 5:30–7PM

Arts Education Fundraiser - A special collection of original works by our members will be available for purchase, with all proceeds supporting arts education programs.

Call to Artists will be available in March 2026.

Experience Florida’s wild beauty through art. This unique exhibition features original works inspired by the state’s endangered plants and animals, from the elusive Florida Panther to the rare Ghost Orchid.

The exhibition will showcase artwork by members of the Florida Chapter of the National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), highlighting the creative talents of artists who are passionate about both the arts and environmental stewardship.

Designed in a cohesive vertical format, selected pieces will become part of a collectible 52-card playing deck celebrating Florida’s extraordinary natural heritage. Proceeds from card sales will support The Friends of the Everglades and their mission to protect, preserve, and promote awareness of Florida’s fragile ecosystems.

Exhibit Dates: November 10 - December 19, 2026

Opening Reception: Friday, November 13 | 5:30-7PM

About NAWA and NAWA Florida Chapter:The National Association of Women Artists (NAWA), founded in 1889, has a long and prestigious history of representing professional women artists throughout the United States. Our membership has included illustrious talent, such as Faith Ringgold, Mary Cassatt, Edith Prellwitz, Judith Pfaff, Anna Hyatt Huntington, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, Dorothy Dehner, Judy Chicago and Louise Nevelson.

Membership as an exhibiting artist is obtained through a rigorous jurying process on the National level in New York City. Once an artist is accepted into NAWA’s national organization, they may also join any of the state chapters. Our NAWAFL Members (www.nawafl.org) have exhibited extensively as individual professional artists as well as in various NAWA group shows. www.nawa.org

Celebrating a 36-year legacy, this exhibition showcases recent works by Florida artists across a wide variety of media. The collection highlights the diverse creativity and talent flourishing throughout the state, from traditional to contemporary art.

Exhibit dates: January 8 - March 10, 2027

Opening & Awards Reception  Friday, January 8 | 5:30PM–7PM

Juror's Lecture: Saturday, January 9 | 11AM

Juror:  Lisa Rockford, Independent Curator & Founder of ROCKFORD PROJECTS

Lisa Rockford earned an MFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago in 2001, and works as a curator, educator, and artist. As founder of Rockford Projects, Lisa has curated over 30 projects over the past 18 years, and worked with over 400 artists, by partnering with venues like Torrance Art Museum, Doral Contemporary Art Museum,Girls Club-The Francie Bishop Good & David Horvitz Collection, FAU University galleries, Bailey Contemporary Arts,  and Whitespace-The Mordes Collection. These projects were featured in Boca Mag, The Sun Sentinel, and The Miami Herald, and PBS’ television series Art Loft, among others. Her 2024 exhibition “Fibration: Poking Back” at L’space gallery in Chelsea, NYC was featured by Artnet as a “must see” during Armory art week.

To learn more about the juror, please visit: ​https://rockfordprojects.weebly.com/about.html

Apply by October 1

Cover Image: “Dreamer’s Realm” by Galal Ramadan | 2nd Place 2026