Artist Opportunity FOOTBALL as Art - Art Using a Soccer Ball in Honor of FIFA World Cup 2026

FOOTBALL as ArtArt Using a Soccer Ball in Honor of FIFA 2026

We invite artists of all mediums to submit their work for Football as Art, an exhibition celebrating the universal language of soccer and the creativity it inspires.

The soccer ball — a simple sphere of stitched panels — carries with it stories of unity, energy, and global passion. From dusty fields to grand stadiums, it connects cultures and generations, symbolizing teamwork, resilience, and joy.

This exhibition explores the soccer ball as both object and muse — transformed through painting, sculpture, photography, installation, and mixed media. Artists are encouraged to reinterpret the form, movement, and emotion of the game, using the ball as material, motif, or metaphor.

As FIFA World Cup 2026 brings the world together, Football as Art invites us to see the beauty in motion, pattern, and play — and to celebrate the artistry at the heart of the world’s game.

Submission Guidelines

• Artists are required to REGISTER first.

• Artwork submissions should include clear pictures of artwork, name and short description of the artwork.

• We will exhibit no more than 2 pieces per artist.

• Canvas and framed work - including framed drawings, photography, mixed media art, small scale 3-D art installations as well as small sculptures accepted.

• Artists must be at least 18 years of age (or a parent/guardian must sign waivers on behalf of any minors)

• Deadline for submitting artwork for consideration is May 24, 2026.

Selection Process

• DART staff reserves the right to accept or reject artwork.

• Selected artists will be notified by May 29, 2026.

• Final Submissions will be due June 1, 2026 – with artwork delivered to the Doraville Art Center and checked for appropriate hanging requirements.

• DART asks artists to pay $5 as a hanging fee

• 20% of your sales at the show go to the Doraville Art Center (DART). You can factor this percentage into your price at final submission.

Exhibition Details

The 'Football as Art' exhibition will be held at Doraville Art Center 2421 Van Fleet Circle Suite 180, Doraville GA 30360 from June 11, 2026 – July 19, 2026 (with possible extension).

Family, friends, and community members are invited to the Opening Reception on June 11, 2026, featuring refreshments

DART is a nonprofit organization that is committed to create and encourage art in the city of Doraville to the benefit of the community through advocacy, education and opportunity and facilitate new public art in Doraville, including art by new artists and artists from under-represented communities.

Any questions should be directed to doravilleart@doravilleartcenter.org