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Join us virtually for art classes from Nickelodeon artists! Register for free at the links below.   Let’s Draw! | April 26 | 1:00 – 2:00 / Grades K-5 Join a Nickelodeon artist and learn to draw your favorite Nickelodeon characters Click HERE to sign up! After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. […]

A Plan for the Arts in Lake City Ten years ago, art changed Lake City. In turn, Lake City made its own mark on the art world. ArtFields, simply by existing, challenged many notions of how contemporary art has traditionally been displayed and appreciated. Through its success, it rewrote the rules by breaking down barriers […]

ArtFields would not be possible without our generous sponsors. As you browse the businesses and individuals who have supported us, we ask that you thank them or do business with them if you have the chance. Thank you to all who have contributed, we truly appreciate your support!   Collector Level Sponsors Artist Level Sponsors […]

  We’re counting down the days to ArtFields 2022 – our T E N T H anniversary! Whether you’ve been before or this is your first time, there’s a lot to explore. Read on for how to make the most of your time in Lake City. If you have any questions about planning your trip, […]

Students discuss an ArtFields Jr. artwork “The Voice of our Generation” by Elizabeth Batten that was on display during ArtFields 2021. Registration is now open through April 15, 2022, for self-guided and docent-led tours of the ArtFields and ArtFields Jr. competitions for students in 5K through 12th grade. Registration is now open through April 15, 2022, […]

Winners of the ArtFields 2021 Portrait Contest (L-R) 2nd Place-Paul Walters, 1st Place-Lyudmila Tomova, and 3rd Place-Carmen Bilton.    Applications for the ArtFields 2022 Portrait Contest are officially open through March 1st, 2022.  Artists will compete for Best in Show and over $3,000 in cash prizes while painting live portraits. To apply, you’ll need basic […]

“Portrait Partners” with Joe Dreher was a public art proposal from ArtFields 2021.  After a positive reception from artists and visitors alike, we’re excited to bring back public art projects as part of ArtFields 2022.  In addition to the competition and special tenth year anniversary festivities, we are inviting artists to submit proposals for outdoor […]

Stoned Beautiful at Makers Market during ArtFields 2021.  The ArtFields Makers Market is chock full of goods made by incredibly talented artists from across the Southeast. We’re beginning our call to makers for the historic tenth year of ArtFields. This open air market showcases everything from fine art to unique hand-crafted goods and objects, inspired […]

Let’s get excited! Submissions are almost closed, which means ArtFields is coming soon!   We are in the final days of submissions for ArtFields 2022! The earlier you start, the easier the process will be—remember, technology can sense when you’re in a rush! If you’ve already submitted, consider sharing our call to artists with your creative […]

  “Church Mothers” by Zaire McPhearson on display at the Ronald E. McNair Center during ArtFields 2021.  Not every art competition is right for every artist, but with the celebration and support surrounding ArtFields, we hope it’s a good fit for you! Submit by clicking here.    You should submit if… -Accessibility to art is […]