Call for Artists: 2027 Calendar & Community Art Shows

Share Your Creativity with the Community

The Autism Society Inland Empire is proud to celebrate the talents, creativity, and unique perspectives of artists with Autism throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties.

We are now accepting artwork submissions for the 2027 Autism Society Inland Empire Calendar and future Autism Society Inland Empire Art Shows and Exhibits. Selected artwork may be featured in our annual calendar, community exhibitions, awareness campaigns, and other special events throughout the year.

Whether you are an experienced artist or just beginning your creative journey, we encourage you to share your work with the community.

Who Can Participate?

Artists must:

  • Have Autism
  • Live in Riverside County or San Bernardino County
  • Submit original artwork
  • Not submit copyrighted characters or images (such as Disney, Pokémon, Marvel, etc.)

Why Participate?

Selected artists may have the opportunity to:

  • Be featured in the 2027 Autism Society Inland Empire Calendar
  • Share their artwork with thousands of community members
  • Be considered for future Autism Society Inland Empire Art Shows and Exhibits
  • Help promote Autism acceptance and inclusion through art

How to Apply

Please submit:

✅ Completed Artist Application
✅ Artwork Submission

Along with your application, please include:

  • Artist Name
  • City
  • Age
  • Title of Artwork
  • A brief artist biography (3 to 5 sentences) sharing interests, hobbies, artistic inspiration, and anything else you would like us to know about you.

Artwork Submission Tips

  • Scanned artwork is preferred.
  • Photos of artwork often do not reproduce well in print.
  • If you cannot scan your artwork, please submit the highest-quality image possible.

Submit Your Application and Artwork

Click here for the 2027 Application. 

Email both your completed application and artwork to: Lillian Vasquez  autism.lvasquez@gmail.com

Questions? Email autism.lvasquez@gmail.com.

Important Deadline

We must receive applications and artwork by October 10, 2026.

Celebrating Creativity and Neurodiversity

Every piece of artwork tells a story. Through our calendar and community art exhibits, the Autism Society Inland Empire is committed to creating opportunities for artists with Autism to share their talents, express their creativity, and inspire others.

Past Calendars