Upcoming Middle-High School Student Art Artist Call & Competition

SCAA Staff

Middle-High School Student Juried Artist Call & Competition

Supporting Student Artists and Art Educators in the State of Georgia.

The South Cobb Arts Alliance (SCAA) is pleased to announce its annual Student Juried Art Competition: Middle School and High School.  Art for the 2026 Student Juried Exhibition will feature all types of genre, medium, style, and technique in arts, including limited options for 3d art.  Student art call is until June 30. One entry per student and no registration fee.

The event will be held at Suite 830, The Avenue West Cobb, Marietta, Georgia and open to the public on the weekends beginning July 18 through August 8, 2026. Student Exhibit Reception: Saturday July  18, 2026 Art Awards to be presented at the Student Art Reception at 4pm. (Event held during Art at the Avenue 2026.)

Student Awards: Middle School Awards include $75 First Prize, $50 Second Prize, $25 Third Prize. High School Awards include $75 First Prize, $50 Second Prize, $25 Third Prize. An Overall Art Award of $100 for best of show with all awards given at the discretion of, and designation by, the juror and the juror’s decisions as final.

Registration Categories:  Middle School Art and High School Art classifications defined as enrollment in school year 2025-26. If a senior beginning the school year 2025, the student artist would be eligible to participate in the High School competition. If a middle school student during the beginning of the 2025-26 school year enrollment, the student artist would be eligible to compete in the Middle School competition. (Category is not based on upcoming new school year and status.)

Individual Registrations:  Register for either category which should include – selecting school grade level, contact information, and uploading of one {1} photo of the artwork submitted.  After registration is completed,  please make arrangements (or contact SCAA volunteers) to have student art delivered to the Art at the Avenue Exhibit venue  on July 18 from 10am to 3pm or July 12 from 10am to 2pm as exhibit opening reception and awards is on July 18.

Art Educator Registrations of Student Art: Art educators may enter groupings of student art with registration documentation to be completed with delivery of the artwork. Please contact SCAA volunteers to receive multiple entries agreement paperwork and to arrange for artwork drop off before the end of the school term, arrangement for delivery during venue set up, or any other interactions/inquires to receive artwork.

Please note before you begin your registration that:

  • Artwork in this juried invitation must be delivered in person for this exhibit.  No shipments will be accepted. (More details will be emailed to those who enter and are accepted to the juried art show.)
  • Read and deliver the SCAA Art agreement with Signature requirement at time of install.
  • Complete entry for competition with registration details on-line.  Enter student category, click #1  as one artist entry and complete form.  Upload of the image required for submission as well as completing information in registration area below.
  • All Student artwork must be original and owned by the artist.
  • Student Artwork entries must be listed as either NFS (not for sale) or priced for sale. If priced to purchase, sale price may include a 25% commission, so please price your work accordingly.
  • Size and weight of work: 2-d art work must up to 60 inches on longest side and up to 60 lb. Free standing 3-d art work must fit through a retail front door – 40×70 inches.
  • If work needs installation, the artist must provide all necessary components and tools.
  • Artwork will remain in the gallery until the end of the exhibit unless it’s sold.
  • Your work must be wired and ready to hang – Saw Tooth hangers, single D-rings, single-nail clips, adhesive or clip frames are NOT accepted. Please contact SCAA volunteers if you have any questions or helpful hints as to how to prepare your artwork.
  • After artwork is reviewed for juried competition, email notifications will be sent with exhibit details.
  • Accepted artwork must be delivered on the delivery dates/location unless otherwise approved.
  • SCAA reserves the right to use any image for publicity purposes. The copyright remains with the artist.
  • No changes to submissions – title, price, artwork, etc. – will be accepted after submission is complete. Invited work must be labeled with: Artist’s name, Title of artwork, Price, Telephone, email.

SCAA Contact information.

  • Middle-High School ART Competition
     May 6, 2026
     8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Free Entry for Middle and High School Students for art competition during SCAA's Art at the Avenue exhibit. Grade level entries based on 2025-26 academic year. Apply before June 30 for delivery of student art July 11-12, unless other arragements are made.

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Venue Phone: (678) 594-6738

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3625 Dallas Highway, Suite 830, Marietta, Georgia, 30064, United States

Active SCAA Member Exhibit Art Call

SCAA Staff

SCAA MEMBERS Exhibit –

Artist Call until APRIL 19. Exhibit Install April 25.

SCAA has an exciting opportunity for MEMBERS to be part of the upcoming annual  SCAA Member Exhibit.  All SCAA members are invited to participate; however, memberships must be valid and active as of April 18. New memberships and renewals should be completed before registering for this event using this  Membership information link with inquiries sent to SCAA volunteers.

On-Line Registration required for SCAA Member Art Exhibit is until April 19. Details posted below as to SCAA event on-line registration link with required parameters for submission and acceptance into exhibit.  All art shall be original and for sale.  Required photo/image of art, name of artist, title of artwork and price shall be submitted for ONE ARTWORK  with all art ready to hang with appropriate hardware as described, and 3d items to follow guidelines.

Artwork notification will be confirmed with delivery for installation on April 25 from 10am to 1pm at the North Cobb Regional Library (directional map below), as SCAA Volunteers will begin/finish installing art that day.  Artwork will be picked at the same location on June 6 from 10am-1pm.

The Member Exhibit event, which will take place within the North Cobb Regional Library, will be open to the public April 25 to June 6.  A reception will be held on Saturday, May 9 commencing at 1:30 with a brief Member Meeting and  SCAA Board election with the reception and workshop to follow until 4pm.

How to sign up for the SCAA Member Exhibit:  Apply for the call for entry of artwork no later than April 19. As space is limited to approximately 30 pieces total, SCAA Member Artists accepted into the exhibit will be sent a confirmation email with a reminder of the event details and a form to complete for the install.

As with all other SCAA Art Exhibits, the Exhibit will require specifications for the art exhibition and sales.  Please read the Artist Exhibit Agreement document as well as note the following additional details below.  Contact 864-571-0597 or email if you have any questions.

  • Member show requires valid and active SCAA membership.  All approved artists will be notified as to acceptance to exhibit and time/hours to deliver artwork.
  • Apply on-line or send an e-mail to scaaorg@gmail.com within the deadlines posted as available space is limited.
  • Original work.  Artwork exhibit does not have a theme.
  • No entry fee for current Members to enter the artwork.  As with other art exhibits, a 25% commission to SCAA will be for the sale of any or all Fine Arts Holiday exhibited pieces.
  • All artworks exhibited must be priced for sale.  NFS works will not be accepted.
  • Limit of one (1) artwork per member may be considered.
  • 2-D artwork must be no larger than 36” by 36”  and no more than 30 lbs in weight (including frame and glass/plexiglass) to be placed on the hanging systems on the venue walls and exhibit  panels.
  • 3-D  artwork exhibit pedestals cannot accept larger pieces, and artwork may need to be secured.  Keep in mind that this exhibit will be in an active public venue.  Inquiries should be made as to any items which require floor or pedestal space.
  • Artwork shall be properly framed (or gallery wrapped), weigh no more than 30 lbs. and must be wired for hanging. No saw tooth hangers, single nail clips, or clip frames or adhesive wires/clips.  Artwork normally framed under glass is acceptable and so is plexiglass.  SCAA volunteers will not be able to exhibit pieces not properly meeting these specifications.
  • SCAA reserves the right to disqualify any work not suitably presented, varies from the submitted image, or is not acceptable for public venue presentation.
  • SCAA reserves the right to use all art, artist information and images for publicizing the event and for other promotional purpose

So looking forward to seeing our SCAA Members and all the great artwork you create.  Thank you.

  • Artist Call: Annual MEMBER Exhibit
     April 3, 2026 - April 19, 2026
     8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
     North Cobb Regional Library Member Artist Call for annual exhibit for artwork.

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Venue Phone: (770) 801-5320

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Address:
3535 Old 41 Highway, Kennesaw, GA, Georgia, 30144, United States

Active Artist Call: Art at the Avenue 2026

SCAA Staff

ART AT THE AVENUE 2026

NATIONAL JURIED ART EXHIBIT ARTIST CALL

Register Now. CAFE Registration with Entry Deadline: JUNE 7, 2026

The South Cobb Arts Alliance (SCAA) is pleased to announce the 2026 Art at the Avenue, a national published juried invitation since 1987 to artists for its annual Juried Exhibition featuring all types of genre, medium, style, and technique in arts to be held at The Avenue West Cobb, Marietta, Georgia and open to the public beginning July 18 until August 8, 2026.

The Venue: The Avenue West Cobb is an open-air lifestyle shopping center in Marietta, located at 3625 Dallas Highway, Marietta, GA 30064 featuring unique mix of retailer and restaurants and with an estimated annual foot traffic of 2.5-3 million. The Suite 830 venue is a large open space with smaller rooms to accommodate a artisan market and interactive community events.

Events: Events within the Juried Exhibit will include the annual SCAA Middle-High School Juried Art Exhibit competition, music, performing arts, community events, art demonstrations, children’s reading circle and art activities or special events.

Artisan Market: As a participant of this exhibit, you have the opportunity to sell additional artwork at the Artisan Market at the Art at the Avenue. To allow visitors to have additional opportunities to purchase art, SCAA will have a market area. All invited artists can bring in prints, cards, or smaller items to be placed in the separate gift area with items to be sold during the exhibit dates. 

Exhibit Reception: Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 5-7pm. 

Awards: Awards will be given at the discretion of, and as designated by, the juror; the juror’s decision is final. Awards will include $500 for 1st Prize, $300 for 2nd Prize and $150 for 3rd Prize. Awards will be given at the discretion of, and as designated by, the juror and the juror’s decision is final.

For more information about this event or our all volunteer nonprofit, please contact us.  This juried exhibit event has been an SCAA tradition since 1987.

  • Artist Call: Art at the Avenue 2026
     March 30, 2026 - June 7, 2026
     8:00 AM - 11:45 PM
     The Avenue West Cobb Registration open until June 7. A Juried Exhibition tradition since 1987. 

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Venue Phone: (678) 594-6738

Address:
3625 Dallas Highway, Suite 830, Marietta, Georgia, 30064, United States

Active Hodges Fine Art: It’s a Family Affair

SCAA Staff

An honor in welcoming SCAA artists to our second exhibition of art in the new Powder Springs City Hall Art Gallery.  This particular art exhibit event brings memories full circle as the late Daniel Hodges’ last exhibit was at the SCAA member show in former building awaiting the opening reception before the closures across the globe. An honor to again have his art in Powder Springs.

Reception meet and greet Saturday, April 11 from 2 to 4pm at The City Hall Powder Springs Gallery, 4483 Pineview Dr, Powder Springs, Ga. The new City Hall Powder Springs Gallery is open to the public on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 am until 4 pm. Art exhibit event closes May 1.

About the Artists

The Hodges family is a trio of gifted creators—Daniel, Deneen, and their daughter, Dannice—each born with an innate passion for artistic expression. Together, their talents form the heart and legacy of Hodges Fine Art.

Daniel Hodges – Daniel’s artistic journey began in childhood, when he spent hours drawing his favorite character, Spiderman. His mother recognized his extraordinary talent early on and nurtured it with encouragement and art supplies.

In 1994, Daniel launched his full‑time career as a Fine Artist, specializing in realism and oil on canvas. His first group exhibition took place on December 2, 1995, at Portfolio Gallery in St. Louis, MO. Just two years later, in 1997, he earned his first solo exhibition at Garret Gallery, titled “Because She Loved Me.” From that moment forward, Daniel’s career flourished.

His work explored themes of spirituality, culture, history, and the human experience, including deep personal reflections on cancer. Daniel’s mastery, discipline, and vision made him a respected and celebrated artist. In 2020, Daniel was called home to be with the Lord. Today, Deneen and Dannice honor his memory by preserving and sharing his profound and prolific body of work.

Deneen Hodges – Deneen’s love for art began in grade school, where she spent countless hours drawing Tippy the Turtle and other characters featured in the TV Guide Drawing Contest. Although she never sent her drawings, she practiced them faithfully, planting the seeds of her creative journey.

In 1995, she and her sorority sister founded Nubian Expressions, offering custom‑painted ceramics. Fate brought her and Daniel together in 2000, and their shared passion for creativity blossomed into both a marriage and a business—Hodges Fine Art, LLC.

After years of supporting Daniel’s artistic career, Deneen returned to creating her own artwork in 2017. She now specializes in acrylic flow, resin, and mixed‑media art, bringing vibrant color, movement, and emotion to every piece.

Dannice Hodges‑Alexander – It became clear early on that Dannice inherited Daniel’s God‑given artistic gift. Although she is currently pursuing her dream of becoming a nurse, her creative talent revealed itself in 2013 when she surprised her mother with a stunning hand‑drawn and painted portrait of actor Morris Chestnut for Mother’s Day.  While that remains her only completed artwork to date, we cannot wait to see how she blooms artistically in the years to come.

  • Hodges Fine Art: It’s a Family Affair
     January 30, 2026 - May 1, 2026
     10:00 AM The Hodges family is a trio of gifted creators—Daniel, Deneen, and their daughter, Dannice—each born with an innate passion for artistic expression. Together, their talents form the heart and legacy of Hodges Fine Art. 

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Address:
4483 Pineview Drive, Powder Springs, Georgia, 30127, United States

Expired The Robinson Perspective: A Creative Journey

SCAA Staff

  1. The South Cobb Arts Alliance proudly presents “The Robinson Perspective: A Creative Journey,” a compelling exhibition highlighting the collective talents of the Robinson brothers. Now open at the North Cobb Regional Library, a formal opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026 and extended until April 3.

This landmark event marks a historic reunion for the family, as four brothers—Angelo T. Robinson, Mario DeBlak Robinson, Levar Robinson, and Anthony Jarron Robinson—come together to showcase their artistic evolution after decades apart. Each brother began as a self-taught artist, and their works encompass a vast array of mediums, including:

  • Acrylics and Oils
  • Watercolors
  • Mixed Media
  • Photography

More than just an art show, “The Robinson Perspective” is a tribute to shared heritage and the lasting strength of family bonds. Each piece reveals personal stories and viewpoints, representing the brothers’ unique paths while honoring their shared legacy.

“We invite the community to partake in this vibrant creative synergy,” says the South Cobb Arts Alliance. “This rare opportunity allows visitors to witness the artistic legacy of a family deeply rooted in creativity and unity.”

Event Details:

  • Status: Exhibit currently open (since January 13, 2026).
  • Opening Reception: Saturday, February 7, 2026.
  • Location: North Cobb Regional Library, 3535 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144.
  • Admission: Free and open to all ages.

About the Artists

The Robinson brothers form a distinctive group of self-taught artists, each offering a unique perspective to “The Robinson Perspective.” Inspired by their parents, Emmitt and Margie Robinson, who infused creativity into their eight children, the brothers’ artistic journeys began at home.

  • Angelo T. Robinson: A Navy veteran and professional photographer, Angelo creates large-scale abstract works that map his personal journey and experiences.
  • Mario DeBlak Robinson: Mario’s watercolors vividly capture his environment, reflecting his family and community with vibrant detail.
  • Levar Robinson: As an art educator in Cobb County, Levar uses his platform to delve into art with compelling, often provocative political themes.
  • Anthony Jarron Robinson: Known for his versatility across mediums, Anthony focuses on documenting the Robinson family through art, preserving their stories and individuality.

Together, the brothers celebrate their individual and collective artistic spirits.

  • The Robinson Perspective: A Creative Journey
     January 13, 2026 - April 4, 2026
     10:00 AM Robinson Brothers Unite for a Landmark Art Exhibit
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Venue:  

Venue Phone: (770) 801-5320

Venue Website:

Address:
3535 Old 41 Highway, Kennesaw, GA, Georgia, 30144, United States

Expired Two Fold Exhibit

SCAA Staff

Two/Fold Duo Fine Art Exhibition Featuring Miles Davis and Susan Genson | Cobb County Art Events | South Cobb Arts Alliance

 

Two/Fold: Dual Exhibition featuring Miles Davis and Susan Genson

South Cobb Arts Alliance is pleased to present Two/Fold – a dual art exhibition featuring Miles Davis and Susan Genson. Coming to The Avenue West Cobb in February 2026, this exhibition will feature an extensive collection of works by award-winning surrealist painter Miles Davis and accomplished oil painter Susan Genson, both members of South Cobb Arts Alliance and residents of Cobb County. The exhibition will be held at the gallery at The Avenue West Cobb in Suite 830, known for housing such vibrant exhibitions as the Art at the Avenue annual juried show. Along with an array of original artworks spanning multiple series, sizes, and subject matter, the artists will also have a collection of prints, apparel, and other fine art gifts available for purchase. This exhibition is free and open to the public and will include an opening reception as well as an artist talk over the course of the eight-week showcase. The artists also welcome school art programs to attend with their students when scheduled in advance; contact the artists to schedule your visit. Please plan to join us for this exhibition.

TWO/FOLD

LOCATION:
The Avenue West Cobb

3625 Dallas Highway, Suite 830 (near Panera Bread)
Marietta, GA 30064
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ON VIEW:
February 5 – March 29, 2026

Opening Reception
Saturday, February 21 | 6pm – 8pm

Artist Talk
Sunday , March 15 | 2pm – 4pm

Gallery Hours

Monday-Wednesday: Closed
Thursday-Friday: 12-6
Saturday: 10-6
Sunday: 12-6

 

ARTIST DETAILS:
For more information on either of the featured artists, visit their profiles below.

Miles Davis, Massive Burn Studios
Online Gallery: massiveburn.com
Social: instagram, facebook, youtube

Susan Genson
Social: instagram

  • Two/Fold Exhibit
     February 5, 2026 - March 29, 2026
     12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Two/Fold Exhibit
     February 6, 2026
     12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Venue Phone: (678) 594-6738

Address:
3625 Dallas Highway, Suite 830, Marietta, Georgia, 30064, United States

Expired February 7 Valentine’s Artisan Market

SCAA Staff

Valentine’s Day Artisan Market

JOIN US for this shop small annual SCAA Valentine Artful Gift Shop event.

Shop for unique one of a kind, handmade items for your Valentine, or just for the fun of it.

Shopping our local artisan market in your community at our art space where classes meet, and SCAA multi-art event planning happens.

February 7 from 10am to 2pm at the SCAA location of 3899 Brownsville Road in Powder Springs at our unique art gallery space.

Contact SCAA volunteers  for more information. 

  • Valentine's Day Artisan Market
     February 7, 2026
     10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Shop Local. Shop handmade by local artists. Find the perfect gifts for February 14.
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Venue:  

Venue Phone: 864-571-0597

Address:
3899 Brownsville Road, Powder Springs, Georgia, 30127, United States

Expired Upcoming Events 2025-2026

SCAA Staff

South Cobb Arts Alliance, established in 1972, is an all volunteer supported nonprofit arts organization.

Our projects are usually held in public spaces within specific parameters of use.  Our projects involve local artists, art educators, students, and volunteers whose main goal is to bring art to our communities.

SCAA does national and other juried exhibits, events as well as special projects involving placemaking and art classes.

Consider joining us as Members, Sponsors, Volunteers, or Donors to promote and continue our 53 years and counting of creating art events.

Art makes its communities stronger. Art, even in a child’s chalking, generates smiles.  And, blending the arts creates an environment worth encouraging and carrying on  to more public spaces.

SCAA volunteers hope this brief calendar of events will inspire your artful activities.  Mark your calendars.

  • Upcoming SCAA Events
     May 24, 2025 - April 1, 2026
     8:00 AM - 5:00 PM SCAA events are subject to change without notice. Additional exhibits, art classes and other projects are not included in this posting.
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