33rd annual emerald coast national – call for art!

The Emerald Coast National (ECN) is a popular juried exhibition held annually at Mattie Kelly Arts Center Galleries, Northwest Florida State College. ECN, originally a regional exhibition, now includes artists from across the country. The show brings creative, inspired, and skilled artwork from working artists to NWFSC, offering rich learning and engagement for artists, students, and educators. The annual ECN programming includes opportunities for talks, demonstrations, and community engagement throughout the show’s duration.This year, we have introduced the themes of texture and touch, which suggest connection, involvement, function, use, comfort, and more.

Important Dates

• Artwork Delivery: Aug. 1
• Artist Reception: Sept. 4
• Exhibition: August 18 - December 18, 2025
• Pick-up/Return Artwork: January 2026