Cedar Key Arts Center

Pam Andrews Deas, an oil painting artist based in Cedar Key, captures the beauty of island life, water, and wildlife in her work--inviting us to slow down and truly observe the natural world.

We are fortunate to showcase her inspiring collection at the Cedar Key Arts Center.

Exhibition Dates: March 7-April 1, 2026
Reception: 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Join us to experience Pam's vibrant interpretations of nature and coastal life.

Love, art, and chocolate? 💕🎨🍫

Make a day of it in Cedar Key 💕🌿

Start with Art in the Garden at the Cedar Key Arts Center. Local artists will be set-up in the Garden with beautiful art and handcrafted items.

📅 Feb 14 | ⏰ 10–3

Stroll the garden, shop local artists, grab your passport chocolate + stamp 🍫✔️ — then spend time exploring charming shops, delicious restaurants, and beautiful waterfront views 🌊🛍️

Call for all artists.

Open Community Exhibit – February 2026

Theme: “Trees”

Opening Reception Saturday, February 7th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Exhibit Open Daily February 7th – March 1st (10:00 am – 5:00 pm)

Entry Deadline: Works should be delivered to Arts Center Gallery by, Tuesday, February 3rd at NOON.

Closing Date: Exhibit runs thru March 1st. Please pick up your work on Monday, March 2nd by 1:00 pm. If you are unable to pick up your work, please make arrangements with a friend or member of the Gallery Committee.

Entry Fee: $ 5.00 Entry Fee = $5 per entry, max of 3 pieces per artist.

● Entries must be original works created within the past 5 years.

● Please do not enter artwork that has previously been part of a CKAC Gallery Exhibit.

● Wall artwork must be ready to hang.

● Unprofessional presentations will not be accepted.

● Accepted work should remain on exhibit until March 1st, 5:00 pm, unless purchased by visitors leaving the Cedar Key area before the end of the show.

● Any work sold in connection with the exhibit or because of the exhibit is to be handled through the Cedar Keyhole (75% to artists, 25% to Cedar Key Arts Center). Checks will be distributed around March 15, 2026.

Prizes: $100, $50 and $25 will be awarded based on adherence to the theme & quality of the work.

The following information is required with submission:

REGISTRATION FOR OPEN EXHIBIT

Artist's Name __________________________________________________
Date ______________

Address _______________________________________________________
Phone _____________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________________

The Arts Center does not carry insurance to cover any loss or damage to artwork.

All items placed in the gallery are at the artist’s own risk.

Artwork #1 Artwork #2 Artwork #3

Artwork Title
1 ____________________ 2_____________________3______________________

Medium
1 ____________________ 2_____________________3______________________

Price or NFS
1 ____________________ 2_____________________3______________________

Enclosed Fee ___________________
Artist Signature:_______________________

Each piece of artwork should be labeled with your name, title and price (or NFS). Also please return the lower half of this form & your entry fee in a self-addressed envelope to be used if your artwork is sold.