Tis' the Season - Fine Art Show
Nov
15
to Feb 21

Tis' the Season - Fine Art Show

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Tis’ the Season

A fine Art Show Open to Everyone

NO ENTRY FEE

Receiving: Saturday, November 15, 2025 3 to 6 PM

On Display: November 15, 2025 - February 21, 2026

Ribbons will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place plus honorable mention.

Lakeland Downtown Development Association

117 N. Kentucky Ave.

Lakeland, Florida 33801

Across from Munn Park

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RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Receiving Day 1
Jan
13

RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Receiving Day 1

“Have No Fear of Perfection, You’ll Never Reach It” Salvador Dali

RP Funding Show


Receiving Day 1 - Tuesday January 13, 2026 Noon to 4 pm.

Receiving Day 2 - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 10 AM - 1 PM

Judging - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 3 PM

Critique - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 4 PM

Up to 3 Pieces, $30 LAA Members/$40 Others

  • Pick up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked up at receiving.

  • LAA membership available at receiving, $40

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more info,. email John Salamone at johnsalamone0410@yahoo.com

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RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Receiving Day 2
Jan
14

RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Receiving Day 2

“Have No Fear of Perfection, You’ll Never Reach It” Salvador Dali

RP Funding Show


Receiving Day 1 - Tuesday January 13, 2026 Noon to 4 pm.

Receiving Day 2 - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 10 AM - 1 PM

Judging - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 3 PM

Critique - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 4 PM

Up to 3 Pieces, $30 LAA Members/$40 Others

  • Pick up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked up at receiving.

  • LAA membership available at receiving, $40

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more info,. email John Salamone at johnsalamone0410@yahoo.com

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RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Judging/Critique
Jan
14

RP Funding Show - Have No Fear of Perfection, You'll Never Reach It. Salvador Dali - Judging/Critique

“Have No Fear of Perfection, You’ll Never Reach It” Salvador Dali

RP Funding Show


Receiving Day 1 - Tuesday January 13, 2026 Noon to 4 pm.

Receiving Day 2 - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 10 AM - 1 PM

Judging - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 3 PM

Critique - Wednesday, January 14, 2026 4 PM

Up to 3 Pieces, $30 LAA Members/$40 Others

  • Pick up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked up at receiving.

  • LAA membership available at receiving, $40

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more info,. email John Salamone at johnsalamone0410@yahoo.com

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Sound Bath
Dec
8

Sound Bath

Sound Bath

Join us for Mindful Mondays at the Depot

December 8, 2025 6 PM - 6:45 PM

Price: $25

Location: Depot Arts District 955 E. Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL

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Sound Bath
Dec
8

Sound Bath

Sound Bath

Join us for Mindful Mondays at the Depot

December 8, 2025 11 AM - 11:45 AM

Price: $25

Location: Depot Arts District 955 E. Memorial Blvd, Lakeland, FL

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Website 101 for Artists
Oct
25

Website 101 for Artists

Website 101 for Artists Workshop

When: Saturday October 25, 2025 9 AM - 12:00 PM

Where: Depot Arts District

Required Equipment: Laptop or Tablet or Smart Phone

Cost: $20 LAA Member | $25 LAA non-menbers

In this workshop we will cover the following items below and tailor discussuons and learning around the needs of the individual participant.

  • Types of websites best for artists by individual artist requirement and pricepoint.

  • Each cost associated with different types of websites

  • Creating an account

  • Website design - Parts of a website (Web pages, products, etc.).

  • Content tailored to participants needs

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Intro to Canva
Oct
18

Intro to Canva

Intro to Canva

Hosted by Melissa Butler

Where: Depot Arts District

When: Saturday October 18, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

$20 LAA members | $25 non-members

Participants will need to bring their own laptops.

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RP Funding - Catawampus Critique
Oct
15

RP Funding - Catawampus Critique

Lakeland Arts Association presents CATAWAMPUS!

A juried art show at RP Funding Center

RECEIVING:

  • Tuesday, October 14, Noon to 4 PM

  • Wednesday, October 15, 10 AM to 1 PM

JUDGING:

  • Wednesday, October 15, 3 PM

CRITIQUE

  • Wednesday, October 15, 4PM

CASH PRIZES

  • 1st place - $250.00

  • 2nd place - $150.00

  • 3rd place - $100.00

  • Merit Awards (x3) - $50.00

  • Honorable Mentions (x2) - Free entry at next show

RULES

  • Up tp 3 pieces can be entered

  • Entry Fee:

    • $30 LAA Members

    • $40 Others

  • Pick-up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked-up at receiving

  • LAA membership available at receiving

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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RP Funding - Catawampus Judging
Oct
15

RP Funding - Catawampus Judging

Lakeland Arts Association presents CATAWAMPUS!

A juried art show at RP Funding Center

RECEIVING:

  • Tuesday, October 14, Noon to 4 PM

  • Wednesday, October 15, 10 AM to 1 PM

JUDGING:

  • Wednesday, October 15, 3 PM

CRITIQUE

  • Wednesday, October 15, 4PM

CASH PRIZES

  • 1st place - $250.00

  • 2nd place - $150.00

  • 3rd place - $100.00

  • Merit Awards (x3) - $50.00

  • Honorable Mentions (x2) - Free entry at next show

RULES

  • Up tp 3 pieces can be entered

  • Entry Fee:

    • $30 LAA Members

    • $40 Others

  • Pick-up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked-up at receiving

  • LAA membership available at receiving

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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RP Funding - Catawampus Receiving Day 2
Oct
15

RP Funding - Catawampus Receiving Day 2

Lakeland Arts Association presents CATAWAMPUS!

A juried art show at RP FUnding Center

RECEIVING:

  • Tuesday, October 14, Noon to 4 PM

  • Wednesday, October 15, 10 AM to 1 PM

JUDGING:

  • Wednesday, October 15, 3 PM

CRITIQUE

  • Wednesday, October 15, 4PM

CASH PRIZES

  • 1st place - $250.00

  • 2nd place - $150.00

  • 3rd place - $100.00

  • Merit Awards (x3) - $50.00

  • Honorable Mentions (x2) - Free entry at next show

RULES

  • Up tp 3 pieces can be entered

  • Entry Fee:

    • $30 LAA Members

    • $40 Others

  • Pick-up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked-up at receiving

  • LAA membership available at receiving

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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RP Funding - Catawampus Receiving Day 1
Oct
14

RP Funding - Catawampus Receiving Day 1

Lakeland Arts Association presents CATAWAMPUS!

A juried art show at RP FUnding Center

RECEIVING:

  • Tuesday, October 14, Noon to 4 PM

  • Wednesday, October 15, 10 AM to 1 PM

JUDGING:

  • Wednesday, October 15, 3 PM

CRITIQUE

  • Wednesday, October 15, 4PM

CASH PRIZES

  • 1st place - $250.00

  • 2nd place - $150.00

  • 3rd place - $100.00

  • Merit Awards (x3) - $50.00

  • Honorable Mentions (x2) - Free entry at next show

RULES

  • Up tp 3 pieces can be entered

  • Entry Fee:

    • $30 LAA Members

    • $40 Others

  • Pick-up unaccepted art at critique.

  • Art from previous show can be picked-up at receiving

  • LAA membership available at receiving

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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CTRL + Art + Polk Receiving
Jul
15
to Jul 31

CTRL + Art + Polk Receiving

The Lakeland Arts Association has partnered with PACA and the Mayor’s Art Council to create a new online show to target artists who might not want or be able to participate in more traditional in person shows.

You must be a resident of Polk County to enter.

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Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 26, 2025 @ 5 PM
Jun
26

Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 26, 2025 @ 5 PM

We are ready to advertise the new studio spaces and want to have a webpage to direct everyone to. Here is some verbiage for the page:

The Lakeland Arts Association is happy to announce a joint venture to create a new arts complex in Lakeland. The Depot Arts District will be a dynamic, community-driven arts hub rooted in Lakeland’s historic railroad legacy.

Housed in a revitalized industrial space, The Depot will offer 35 affordable artist studios, two expansive galleries showcasing local talent, and multiple workshop rooms for art classes. Designed to support creative growth and sustainability, the campus will also feature a garden space for outdoor events, a retail area for artist-made goods, a re-use art supply store, and dedicated programs for children’s art education in the future.

In addition, The Depot will provide professional development resources to help artists thrive creatively and financially. By fostering collaboration, education, and opportunity, the Depot Arts District will become a vital cornerstone of Lakeland’s cultural and economic landscape.

Artist studios will be $500 per month, including electric, water and WiFi. Studios will be on a month-to-month lease, so no long term commitment is required.  There is also no required security deposit or first/last month's rent. Studio spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. A deposit equal to the first month's rent is required to hold a studio space. (Deposit will be applied to first month's rent.)

Our projected opening date is October 2025. The space is currently under construction, but we have the ability to take small groups on scheduled tours of the space. Please note: appointments are required to view the space due to the construction schedules.

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Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 26, 2025 @ 4 PM
Jun
26

Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 26, 2025 @ 4 PM

We are ready to advertise the new studio spaces and want to have a webpage to direct everyone to. Here is some verbiage for the page:

The Lakeland Arts Association is happy to announce a joint venture to create a new arts complex in Lakeland. The Depot Arts District will be a dynamic, community-driven arts hub rooted in Lakeland’s historic railroad legacy.

Housed in a revitalized industrial space, The Depot will offer 35 affordable artist studios, two expansive galleries showcasing local talent, and multiple workshop rooms for art classes. Designed to support creative growth and sustainability, the campus will also feature a garden space for outdoor events, a retail area for artist-made goods, a re-use art supply store, and dedicated programs for children’s art education in the future.

In addition, The Depot will provide professional development resources to help artists thrive creatively and financially. By fostering collaboration, education, and opportunity, the Depot Arts District will become a vital cornerstone of Lakeland’s cultural and economic landscape.

Artist studios will be $500 per month, including electric, water and WiFi. Studios will be on a month-to-month lease, so no long term commitment is required.  There is also no required security deposit or first/last month's rent. Studio spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. A deposit equal to the first month's rent is required to hold a studio space. (Deposit will be applied to first month's rent.)

Our projected opening date is October 2025. The space is currently under construction, but we have the ability to take small groups on scheduled tours of the space. Please note: appointments are required to view the space due to the construction schedules.

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Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours Monday June 23, 2025 3 PM
Jun
23

Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours Monday June 23, 2025 3 PM

We are ready to advertise the new studio spaces and want to have a webpage to direct everyone to. Here is some verbiage for the page:

The Lakeland Arts Association is happy to announce a joint venture to create a new arts complex in Lakeland. The Depot Arts District will be a dynamic, community-driven arts hub rooted in Lakeland’s historic railroad legacy.

Housed in a revitalized industrial space, The Depot will offer 35 affordable artist studios, two expansive galleries showcasing local talent, and multiple workshop rooms for art classes. Designed to support creative growth and sustainability, the campus will also feature a garden space for outdoor events, a retail area for artist-made goods, a re-use art supply store, and dedicated programs for children’s art education in the future.

In addition, The Depot will provide professional development resources to help artists thrive creatively and financially. By fostering collaboration, education, and opportunity, the Depot Arts District will become a vital cornerstone of Lakeland’s cultural and economic landscape.

Artist studios will be $500 per month, including electric, water and WiFi. Studios will be on a month-to-month lease, so no long term commitment is required.  There is also no required security deposit or first/last month's rent. Studio spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. A deposit equal to the first month's rent is required to hold a studio space. (Deposit will be applied to first month's rent.)

Our projected opening date is October 2025. The space is currently under construction, but we have the ability to take small groups on scheduled tours of the space. Please note: appointments are required to view the space due to the construction schedules.

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Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 23, 2025 @ 2 PM
Jun
23

Depot Arts District Studio Space Tours June 23, 2025 @ 2 PM

We are ready to advertise the new studio spaces and want to have a webpage to direct everyone to. Here is some verbiage for the page:

The Lakeland Arts Association is happy to announce a joint venture to create a new arts complex in Lakeland. The Depot Arts District will be a dynamic, community-driven arts hub rooted in Lakeland’s historic railroad legacy.

Housed in a revitalized industrial space, The Depot will offer 35 affordable artist studios, two expansive galleries showcasing local talent, and multiple workshop rooms for art classes. Designed to support creative growth and sustainability, the campus will also feature a garden space for outdoor events, a retail area for artist-made goods, a re-use art supply store, and dedicated programs for children’s art education in the future.

In addition, The Depot will provide professional development resources to help artists thrive creatively and financially. By fostering collaboration, education, and opportunity, the Depot Arts District will become a vital cornerstone of Lakeland’s cultural and economic landscape.

Artist studios will be $500 per month, including electric, water and WiFi. Studios will be on a month-to-month lease, so no long term commitment is required.  There is also no required security deposit or first/last month's rent. Studio spaces are available on a first come, first serve basis. A deposit equal to the first month's rent is required to hold a studio space. (Deposit will be applied to first month's rent.)

Our projected opening date is October 2025. The space is currently under construction, but we have the ability to take small groups on scheduled tours of the space. Please note: appointments are required to view the space due to the construction schedules.

Sign up here

Want to join us for a tour? 

Sign Up for a Tour
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You Be the Judge - RP Funding Critique
Jun
11

You Be the Judge - RP Funding Critique

RP Funding Center Show “You be the Judge”

Enter up to 2 pieces for $15

Awards

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place, plus 3 merit awards

Receiving:

  • Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Noon to 4:30 PM

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10 am to 1 PM

Judging

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM

  • Critique Wednesday, June 11, 2025 4PM

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Judging
Jun
11

You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Judging

RP Funding Center Show “You be the Judge”

Enter up to 2 pieces for $15

Awards

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place, plus 3 merit awards

Receiving:

  • Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Noon to 4:30 PM

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10 am to 1 PM

Judging

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM

  • Critique Wednesday, June 11, 2025 4PM

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Receiving Day 2
Jun
11

You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Receiving Day 2

RP Funding Center Show “You be the Judge”

Enter up to 2 pieces for $15

Awards

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place, plus 3 merit awards

Receiving:

  • Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Noon to 4:30 PM

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10 am to 1 PM

Judging

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM

  • Critique Wednesday, June 11, 2025 4PM

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Receiving Day 1
Jun
10

You Be the Judge - RP Funding - Receiving Day 1

RP Funding Center Show “You be the Judge”

Enter up to 2 pieces for $15

Awards

1st, 2nd, & 3rd place, plus 3 merit awards

Receiving:

  • Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Noon to 4:30 PM

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 10 am to 1 PM

Judging

  • Wednesday, June 11, 2025 11 AM to 3 PM

  • Critique Wednesday, June 11, 2025 4PM

LakelandArtsAssociation.com

For more information contact John Salamone at JohnSalamone0410@yahoo.com

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