FusionFest Visual Arts Exhibition 2025

WHAT: Local artists are invited to submit original artwork for exhibition and sale at FusionFest 2025. The artwork must have been created within the past three years and should not have been exhibited at FusionFest before.

THEME: "The Art of Joy" – In an uncertain world, Joy becomes an act of resilience; not the absence of struggle, but the presence of hope. Through your original artwork and cultural lens, explore the concept of Joy. 

Note: Nude, political, violent, or racially discriminatory subjects will not be accepted.

DIMENSIONS:

• Minimum: 11" x 14"

• Maximum: 30" high x 36" wide

• Artwork must have finished gallery edges or be framed, and wired, ready for hanging.

• Sculptures: Maximum 3 feet high

This call invites artists to express the uniqueness of their heritage. What are the celebrations, colors, and textures that reflect your cultural background? Artists can submit up to three pieces, and those most aligned with the theme will be selected for the FusionFest Annual Exhibition. Judges will score based on:

1. Skill

2. Creativity

3. Theme

Please note that artwork not meeting the submission requirements will not be selected.

SALES:

• All submitted artwork must be for sale.

• FusionFest takes a 40% commission, and artists receive 60% of the sale.

PRIZES:

• Grand Prize: $1,000

• 2nd Place: $500

• 3rd Place: $250

• Audience Choice Award: $200

SELECTED ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE:

• Display space to hang their selected artwork for sale.

• Promotion on social media and in email newsletters.

• Opportunity to display additional work in other local venues during the festival and beyond.

WHERE & WHEN:
FusionFest – 400 S Orange Avenue, Orlando, Florida 32801

• Saturday, Nov. 29th 2025 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

• Sunday,   Nov. 30th 2025 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

IMPORTANT DATES:

• Oct.  6: Application Deadline

• Oct. 20: Acceptance Notification

• Nov. 28: Drop-off Artwork (Location and time will be confirmed for selected artwork)

• Nov. 28: Installation

• Nov. 30: De-Installation after the 5 p.m. Awards show

By submitting this application, I grant FusionFest permission to use the information I provide, including images, on their website and in promotional materials for the festival and related events, including FusionFest Visual Arts Updates, without monetary compensation. I understand that this application signifies an Intent to Participate, and I will be contacted, if selected, for the next phase.

LIABILITY AND PHOTO RELEASE
I, or my child/children, am voluntarily participating in the program, class, or event described above. In exchange for the opportunity to participate, II waive, release, indemnify, and hold harmless Orange County and FusionFest, Inc., as well as their officers and employees, from any liabilities, claims, damages, injuries, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs, that may arise in connection with participation in this program, class, or event, including personal injury, death, or property damage.

If I am registering on behalf of a minor, I consent to emergency treatment and transportation for my child in the event of a medical emergency arising during participation in the program, class, or event. I will be responsible for any costs associated with such emergency treatment or transportation.

Additionally, I give permission for Orange County and FusionFest, Inc. to use any photographs taken by the County or FusionFest, Inc., its officers, employees, or agents, of myself or my child/children during participation in this program, class, or event. I acknowledge that such photographs will become the property of Orange County or FusionFest, Inc., and I am not entitled to any compensation for the use of these photographs.

I agree to adhere to all local, state, and federal ordinances, rules, and regulations, and understand that Orange County and FusionFest, Inc. reserve the right to change fees and requirements as necessary. This release remains in effect until canceled in writing.

Notice to the natural guardian of a minor: Please read this form carefully.

By signing, you are acknowledging that even with reasonable care taken by Orange County or FusionFest, Inc., there is a risk of serious injury or death from participating in this activity due to inherent dangers that cannot be eliminated. By signing, you waive your child's and your own right to sue Orange County or FusionFest, Inc. for any personal injury, death, or property damage resulting from these risks. 

You have the right to refuse to sign this form, and if you choose not to sign, Orange County or FusionFest, Inc. may refuse your child's participation.