2027 ArtFields Festival

ArtFields invites artists working in all media to submit for its 2027 festival in Lake City, South Carolina, April 9–May 1, 2027. Hundreds of selected artworks will be exhibited throughout downtown in galleries, warehouses, restaurants, shops, and other venues. Selected works will be in the running for over $100,000 in cash prizes.

Artists must be over 18 years of age and reside in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, or West Virginia for at least 6 months. The competition is open to artists of all media. Application materials listed are artwork/portfolio, an artist statement, and application forms. The application fee is $25; there is no participation fee or additional fee. Selected artwork will be exhibited in downtown Lake City venues. Prizes: Grand Prize — $50,000; Second Place — $25,000; People's Choice 2D — $12,500; People's Choice 3D — $12,500; five Merit Awards — $2,000 each; Southeastern Partnership Awards — exhibitions and opportunities.