FEBRUARY 3–27, 2026
Opening Reception: Wednesday, February 4, 5 to 7 pm
Coco Art Gallery, 8074 Mediterranean Drive, Estero, FL 33928 (next to Panera Bread)
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THEME: Each piece must contain a found object or unconventional item
EXHIBIT FEE: $25 for up to 3 pieces
ART INTAKE: January 10 at the AQU Membership meeting; February 2, 10 am to 2 pm, at the gallery; or by special arrangement with the AQU Exhibit Chair
ART RETURN: March 1, 11 am to 5 pm, at the gallery; March 14 at the AQU Membership meeting; or by special arrangement with the AQU Exhibit Chair
EXHIBIT FORMS: A Coco Exhibit form, W-9 form, and waiver must be received by January 19. You may submit these three forms with your artwork at the January 10 Membership meeting or by email to aqumembers@gmail.com.​
SPRING 2026 (Dates TBD)
Tribby Arts Center, 17281 On Par Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33908
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AQU artists may submit up to two pieces.
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One main piece
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One smaller piece. The format is a 6” x 6” textile panel. The subject can be the same insect as the main piece or a different insect altogether. The small panels will be hung together as a group collage. Entering a smaller piece is optional.
ARTWORK SIZE: Open for main piece; 6” x 6” for smaller piece
ARTWORK TYPE: Wall hanging, 3D, or suspended from the ceiling!
If your piece requires hanging from the ceiling, please let us know and tell us the approximate weight by August 1, 2025. Email your information to aqumembers@gmail.com.
Provide the following SEVEN pieces of information no later than October 1, 2025. Email your information to aqumembers@gmail.com.
1. Artist name
2. Artwork title
3. Insect name or the type of insect used as inspiration
4. Artwork dimensions
5. Artwork type—wall hanging, 3D, or ceiling (please note August 1 deadline above)
6. Photo of finished artwork or work in progress
7. Brief statement about artwork (up to 100 words)
Bring your piece(s) to the November 8, 2025, Membership Meeting for our AQU Reveal.
We’ll be viewing completed pieces as well as works-in-progress.
More details coming soon! Online registration will open in Fall 2025.
Start planning now for 2026 . . .
FIBERS IN PARADISE
Arts for ACT Gallery, 2265 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
September 4–28, 2026
Opening Reception: September 4, 2026, 5 to 9 pm (an Artful Evening Artist Reception)
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EXHIBIT FEE: $25 for up to 3 pieces
ART INTAKE: July 11, 2026, at the AQU Membership meeting; Tuesday, September 1, 11:30 am to 8 pm, at the Gallery; or by special arrangement
ART RETURN: Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 11:30 am to 8 pm, at the Gallery; Saturday, October 10 at the AQU Membership meeting; or by special arrangement
EXHIBIT FORMS: Online payment and an AQU Exhibit form must be received by July 28, 2026.
You may submit forms with your artwork at the July 11 Membership Meeting or by email to aqumembers@gmail.com.
MORE EXHIBITS BEING PLANNED . . .
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A Joint Exhibit
featuring AQU and SWFFCG*
Alliance for the Arts, 10091 McGregor Blvd., Fort Myers, FL 33919
Exhibit dates: August 7–31, 2026
Opening Reception: Friday, August 7, 2026, 5 to 7 pm
* Southwest Florida Fine Craft Guild
South County Regional Library, 21100 Three Oaks Parkway, Estero FL 33928
Exhibit dates: Early 2026 (TBD)
Small 3D works, accessories, and jewelry will be exhibited in a glass-enclosed display case. This exhibit will be coordinated with the library's grand reopening following renovations.
Previous AQU exhibits
