[https://dim.mcusercontent.com/cs/dab5c8dcabb4a48a61875c4b8/images/ba1ed0b3-b7d5-d786-e2bc-90c1b9ed3402.png?dpr=2&rect=0%2C661%2C2000%2C669&w=613&h=205] [https://mcusercontent.com/dab5c8dcabb4a48a61875c4b8/images/77b7c4e4-ea5e-bc18-4ffe-c5ce454c43c2.png] Submit your nominations for AMOCAT Arts Awards Do you know an individual, organization, or community supporter whose work has made a real difference in Tacoma? Nominate them for the 2026 AMOCAT Arts Awards. The AMOCAT Arts Awards celebrate the individuals, organizations, and arts patrons who enrich Tacoma's cultural life through their passion, commitment, and contribution to the arts. Awards will be presented at Tacoma City Council on September 29, 2026, as a lead in to Tacoma Arts Month. Nominations can be made in three categories: Community Outreach by an Individual, Community Outreach by an Organization, and Arts Patron. Nominations close July 13, 2026. [MAKE A NOMINATION] There still time to apply for the Tacoma Studio Tour & Arts at the Armory [Tacoma Studio Tour invites local artists to apply by June 22 to showcase their creative process on Oct 17-18, 2026, from 11 AM to 5 PM.]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit__;!!CRCbkf1f!QqusWZ6VA5vVCC3XOyZ7aJp60WypdJN5idV5W1jUqscqjCVCUfk7Mt6rjk5eTvrJ7Oxv09PTmDO7-C3r3vrK5HeUPQJ-tsE$> [Call for Tacoma-based artists to apply for Arts at the Armory event on Nov 14-15, 2026, at the Historic Tacoma Armory, free to participate.]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit__;!!CRCbkf1f!QqusWZ6VA5vVCC3XOyZ7aJp60WypdJN5idV5W1jUqscqjCVCUfk7Mt6rjk5eTvrJ7Oxv09PTmDO7-C3r3vrK5HeUPQJ-tsE$> The Tacoma Arts Commission is now accepting applications for two fall 2026 events: the Tacoma Studio Tour and Arts at the Armory. There is no fee to apply and/or participate. You only need to submit one application to be considered for either or both events. Tacoma Studio Tour | October 17 + 18, 2026 The Tacoma Studio Tour offers a rare chance to open your Tacoma-based working space to the public, share your process, and connect directly with the community. The tour emphasizes raising awareness of artists and creatives and providing opportunities for the community to experience creativity where it's made. Studios open across the city for two days of free, self-guided exploration. Artists can choose to participate on Saturday, Sunday, or both days. You do not need a formal studio to participate. A community space, library room, or borrowed workspace can qualify if your setup reflects your active practice and allows visitors to engage with how you make your work. Arts at the Armory | November 14 + 15, 2026 We’re proud to be partnering with Tacoma Arts Live to host the 6th annual Arts at the Armory held inside the historic Tacoma Armory (1001 S. Yakima Ave). Participating artists and creatives are assigned up to a 10’x10’ space to share or sell their work and connect with collectors, community members, and fellow creatives at this arts market. Table and chair are available upon request. No demonstration or interactive activity is required. No commission is taken on sales. Eligibility Applicants must live within Tacoma city limits or maintain a regular studio or working space within Tacoma city limits. All work must be created, performed, and/or made by you. Commercially acquired, appropriated, or AI-generated work is not eligible. Artists and creatives who identify as members of BBIPOC or ALAANA communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disabilities, and economically or socio-economically marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply. You can apply for both events with one application. Application deadline: Monday, June 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM Apply at tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/SGwAcgZNRe6?e=884d82c518&c2id=3646cd5f605e2e3a45872d14fe8996c2__;!!CRCbkf1f!QqusWZ6VA5vVCC3XOyZ7aJp60WypdJN5idV5W1jUqscqjCVCUfk7Mt6rjk5eTvrJ7Oxv09PTmDO7-C3r3vrK5HeUyQ54s90$> Questions? Contact Daniel Garcia at dgarcia2@tacoma.gov<mailto:dgarcia2@tacoma.gov?subject=Question%20about%20Tacoma%20Studio%20Tour%20%2F%20Arts%20at%20the%20Armory&body=>. [APPLY TO THE TACOMA STUDIO TOUR & ARTS AT THE ARMORY] [https://mcusercontent.com/dab5c8dcabb4a48a61875c4b8/images/c0f9b71f-5479-e793-c015-2abfa3456e09.jpg] Artist Trust’s GAP funding still open! Artist Trust’s Grants for Artist Projects (GAP) are unrestricted project-based grants of $2,500 awarded to 65 artists working in all disciplines across Washington State. They are proud to announce that the GAP awards have been increased from $1,500 to $2,500 in 2026, better meeting the real needs of artists across Washington State. Funding may be used for, but not limited to, artist fees, materials, equipment, space rental, travel for research, documentation, professional development opportunities, marketing and promotion, support to continue a current project, support to start a new project, and many other needs related to your project. Applications are due June 22nd. Check out the illustration above by local artist Mark Monlux<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/us.list-manage.com/zW1jrHGAjyt?e=884d82c518&c2id=3646cd5f605e2e3a45872d14fe8996c2__;!!CRCbkf1f!QqusWZ6VA5vVCC3XOyZ7aJp60WypdJN5idV5W1jUqscqjCVCUfk7Mt6rjk5eTvrJ7Oxv09PTmDO7-C3r3vrK5HeUFY5-OVE$>, who attended the GAP information session and shared some quick tips. [LEARN MORE HERE] Tacoma Arts Month 25th Anniversary [https://mcusercontent.com/dab5c8dcabb4a48a61875c4b8/images/520d7b8f-c68f-ed7e-367b-c782a22a9b1c.png]<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/tacomaarts.submittable.com/submit__;!!CRCbkf1f!QqusWZ6VA5vVCC3XOyZ7aJp60WypdJN5idV5W1jUqscqjCVCUfk7Mt6rjk5eTvrJ7Oxv09PTmDO7-C3r3vrK5HeUPQJ-tsE$> In 2004, the Tacoma Studio Tour highlighted 20 artist studios as a feature of Art at Work (now known as Tacoma Arts Month). Today, the Tacoma Studio Tour features over 70 studio locations and more than 100 participating artists. Last year, an estimated 3,500 people visited artists and experienced their creative process firsthand. 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