SOLSTICE Call for Artists - Mini-Elephant Parade
Apply to paint a mini-elephant for Santa Barbara's BIGGEST Little Elephant Parade. Final deadline March 4, 2026.
The SOLSTICE Call for Artists is now accepting applications for artists interested in participating in Santa Barbara's BIGGEST Little Elephant Parade™. This is a unique community art opportunity where selected artists will create painted mini-elephant sculptures that will be displayed throughout downtown Santa Barbara.
This initiative celebrates art and community engagement in downtown Santa Barbara. Artists are invited to submit their applications to join this vibrant public art project. The parade and display will showcase the creativity and diversity of the local artistic community.
The opportunity is open to artists of all skill levels and backgrounds. Participation in such community art projects provides excellent exposure for artists, opportunities to connect with the broader Santa Barbara community, and the chance to contribute to the city's cultural landscape.
This is a time-sensitive opportunity, as the application deadline is March 4, 2026. Artists interested in participating should act quickly to submit their applications and learn more about the specific requirements and guidelines for the mini-elephant designs.
For more detailed information about the SOLSTICE Call for Artists and the BIGGEST Little Elephant Parade™, interested artists should contact the Downtown Santa Barbara Improvement Association (DSBIA) or visit their website for complete submission guidelines and application materials.