25 Years of Creativity: Horse Fever Artists Then & Now

Description

25 Years of Creativity; HF Artists Then & Now MCA January 2026 Exhibition
Deadline for Submissions: Sunday, December 28, 2025 (by midnight)
Exhibit Dates: January 9 – January 31, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, January 9, 2026 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Location: Brick City Center for the Arts | 23 SW Broadway Street, Ocala, FL 34471
Submission Link: https://mcajan2026.artcall.org/

Description of Exhibit:
Marion Cultural Alliance presents Horse Fever Artists Then & Now, a special exhibition honoring the artists whose creativity helped shape Ocala’s most iconic public art project. From the original herd to later generations, Horse Fever has become a beloved symbol of community spirit, collaboration, and artistic excellence.
This commemorative exhibit launches MCA’s 25th Anniversary Year, celebrating 25 years of supporting artists, advancing creativity, and enriching Ocala’s cultural landscape. We invite all past Horse Fever artists to reconnect, share their stories, and showcase artwork inspired by their experience with this treasured community project.
Eligibility:
We invite and encourage all past Horse Fever artists — from any year, herd or format — to participate. Artists working in 2D and 3D mediums are welcome. Eligible work may include, but is not limited to: paintings, drawings, photography, sculpture, mixed media, collage, textiles, glass, metal, wood, or ceramics.
Who’s Eligible:
All artists who participated in any previous Horse Fever public art projects commissioned through Marion Cultural Alliance.
Exhibit Requirements:
• Interested artists must register and submit information digitally at https://mcajan2026.artcall.org/ no later than Sunday, December 28, 2025, by midnight. No physical or mailed submissions will be accepted.
• Artists must follow the online application process and include all required information.
• Each artist may submit up to two (2) pieces for consideration.
• Artworks may be new or existing, but must be original. No reproductions or copyrighted material will be accepted.
• Suggested size per piece is up to 48” (inches) in any direction. Oversized work may be accepted depending on gallery space—please contact the Gallery Curator in advance.
• All 2D work must be gallery ready, properly wired, and framed or on gallery-wrapped canvas. 3D work must be assembled and installed by the artist upon delivery, with all necessary display materials provided.
• All artwork exhibited must be for sale (no “NFS” pieces). MCA retains a 30% commission on sales, with 70% going to the artist. Proceeds benefit MCA’s mission to Champion, Convene, and Create opportunities for the arts in Ocala/Marion County.
• Artists are responsible for physically delivering and picking up their artwork to and from MCA’s Brick City Center for the Arts by the established drop-off and pick-up dates (see below).
• Selection of work is at the discretion of the Gallery Director and Committee. MCA reserves the right to reject work that does not meet exhibition requirements or align with the intent of the show.

Drop-off & Pick-up Dates:
• Artwork Drop-off: Monday, January 5 (10am–4pm)
• Artwork Pick-up: Saturday, January 31 (11am–4pm)
Artists must adhere to drop-off and pick-up times unless alternate arrangements have been approved by the Gallery Director.
Contact: gallery@mcaocala.com | 352-369-1500***If you have questions/concerns about these dates, please contact the Gallery Director immediately to establish alternatives.
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