Play Frisco Cultural Affairs seeks two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks that thematically reflect on the transient nature of life and the reality of death through cultural, humorous, and serious symbolism and artistic tropes.

Free to enter, $30 participation fee applies if selected

We're excited to open submissions for our winter issue "WEST". The issue will contemplate all aspects of "west," from the physical to the metaphysical. We look forward to viewing your work!

Submit up to 6 pieces; can be uploaded as separate files (.jpg, .png)

All artwork must be original.

Please include: 1) Image title, 2) Date, 3) Medium, 4) Dimensions

- Artists retain all rights
- We encourage simultaneous submissions (please notify us if your work is accepted elsewhere)
- We consider previously published material; please label it as such
- We particularly welcome submissions from traditionally marginalized voices, including BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and the neurodivergent
- We do not currently pay our contributors; we hope to in the future

Fusion Art invites submissions for the 8th Annual Animal Kingdom art competition for an online exhibition during the month of December 2023.

For this competition, both 2D and 3D artists, worldwide, are invited to submit their best art best art and photography depicting animals, both domestic and wild. The artwork can include any animals that live on land, in the sea or in the air. All artists, regardless of location or experience, are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art and photography.

Choice of a cash prize or complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art's Members Gallery for Best in Show winners. Also invitations to Fusion Art's Group Show in Santa Fe, NM in 2024 for Best in Show winners.

Winners and finalists are provided with extensive worldwide publicity and promotion.

Please visit https://www.fusionartps.com/8th-annual-animal-kingdom-art-competition-2023/ for full competition guidelines and to submit.

The deadline to enter is December 1, 2023.

About Fusion Art
Founded by Award winning artist, Chris and Valerie Hoffman, Fusion Art was envisioned and formed out of a passion for art and the artists who create it. The website promotes and connects new, emerging and established artists with collectors and art enthusiasts, while offering the opportunity to participate in art competitions, exhibitions and experiences.

The City of Hot Springs is seeking proposals for permanent artwork to be installed at the Jean W. Wallace Wetlands Trailhead along the Hot Springs Creek Greenway Trail.

Virtual Exhibition

What does it mean to be a girl? What does it mean to be a girl who makes art? What does it mean to be a girl who makes art NOW? Hera Gallery is looking for 52 works to empower all those who feel like a girl and make art like a girl; to celebrate, protest, and advocate the complex and diverse lives of GIRL ART NOW.

All selected works will be on virtual display throughout the duration of the exhibition on heragallery.org. Each week, Hera Gallery will choose one featured artist and their work from the exhibition to be posted on all social media accounts. The application fee is $15 for three images, and $5 for each additional image (up to 10). Artist members, and those in financial need, should contact [email protected] for a discounted application fee. Participating artists will have the opportunity to speak in one of two virtual artist talks hosted by Hera Gallery.

Hera Gallery is proud to be able to offer need based assistance to enter our national open calls for art. Please use the coupon codes below for a need based discount.
HERA10: $10 off application fee

The City of Coeur d’Alene seeks to commission an artist or artist team to create an outdoor sculptural installation at the City’s Advance Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Request for Qualifications (RFQ) is a call for artists to submit their qualifications for the City’s consideration for an outdoor sculpture erected around the Advance Wastewater Treatment Facility (AWTF) Biogas Flare.

The budget for this project is $75,000, which is inclusive of all costs related to the artist and/or artist team’s design and project which include the following: management fees, all subcontract and consultant costs including engineers, electricians, fabricators, studio and overhead costs; fabrication, lighting, transportation, delivery and installation of all art components, including foundations, concrete pad and footings; liability and insurance costs as required; and all other costs associated with the art project. Artwork should meet all applicable city building codes. All finalist proposals must include a 10% contingency as part of their budget, included with the overall $75,000 budget, to be used only with written permission from the City

New Mexico Arts, in partnership with the Lincoln Historic Site in Lincoln, New Mexico, will host two separate 6-week residencies for artists in the spring of 2024. The residency program is designed to offer artists the time and space to develop their creative practice, to further connect with rich cultures throughout New Mexico and to bring their artwork and experience to the public through engagement and participation.

Artists-in-residence must live on site, complete a project resulting in the creation of one or more works, and complete a community engagement component at the end of their residency. While in residence, artists can access the Lincoln Historic Site for research and study. If selected, artists must agree to participate in interviews, photo sessions, video recording, and exit interviews to document the artist-in-residence's process and progress. This information will be entered into New Mexico Arts archives to serve as a permanent public record.

Event Overview
The Cherry Creek Arts Festival is recognized as a leading show in the industry and a beloved annual community tradition which has been a part of the cultural fabric of Denver for over three decades. CherryArts invites you to apply to be one of 250 exhibitors at the 2024 event, a world-class celebration of visual arts known for its accolades and excellence. Our goal is to provide our exhibitors and the 150,000 visitors with an experience of unparalleled quality. Highlights include: historically high art sales potential (estimated at $18,381 per artist, via 2023 Artist Survey), consistently high national rankings, on-site artist amenities and a new jury panel each year to provide fresh perspective. The Cherry Creek Arts Festival is a well-established show that draws a loyal regional audience, many of whom are collectors. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to exhibit and sell your art at the 33rd annual Cherry Creek Arts Festival July 5th to 7th, 2024!

CherryArts is a nonprofit organization that believes access to art is for everyone and artists are essential. We support artists and arts education through interactive outreach programs and the iconic Cherry Creek Arts Festival. The economic impact of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival continues to be a vital part of the success of the event, annually patrons purchase approximately $4.4 million in art sales.

The Rochester International Airport in partnership with the Greater Rochester Arts and Cultural Trust endeavors to provide its clients with a unique, positive travel experience. Arts Elevated at RST is a public art program that provides an enhanced airport experience while showcasing the artwork of Minnesota and regional artists.
The Arts Elevated Advisory Committee will jury the artwork and select which pieces will be on display at the Rochester International Airport for a ten-month period. Artwork will be available for purchase during that time period.
Artists may submit up to 3 submissions, but all media must be two-dimensional and professionally framed and ready for hanging.
Subject matter is open to all content, but artwork with a Minnesota theme is of interest based upon the surveying of travelers using the Rochester International Airport.

Foundation House, located in back country Greenwich, CT, will open its doors for 10 days to six residents, allowing residents the time and space for concentrated creation in beautiful and inspiring surroundings. Foundation House’s mission as a non profit center for learning is to focus on health, wellness, the environment, and social justice. To that end, we will host residencies, workshops, lectures and other meaningful gatherings on these topics. At Foundation House, we believe that conversations about these critical topics are not complete without the input of artists and designers, and it is our privilege to be able to offer the space for creative people of all disciplines to work and therefore be a part of those conversations.

The City of Peoria Arts and Culture Department is seeking designs created by area artists to cover traffic signal boxes throughout the city of Peoria. Selected artist designs will be printed on vinyl and wrapped around the boxes by a third party design fabricator. The intent of the project is to beautify the utility boxes, bringing art to otherwise utilitarian surfaces and giving artists an opportunity to develop public art experience. This opportunity is open to artists, illustrators, designers, students and otherwise creative community members residing in the Peoria area, working in any medium, as long as the final artwork can be translated and digitally reproduced on a 2-dimensional vinyl wrap. Up to 15 artists will be chosen for this round of art wraps. Artists can submit up to 2 designs. Signal box locations will be located throughout the city of Peoria and will be installed in January 2024.

Selected artists will receive a $350.00 honorarium.

How to Apply: All applications must be submitted through our submission platform Submittable at https://cityofpeoriaaz.submittable.com/submit/274239/2024-peoria-utility-box-art-wraps

Introducing the 1st "Color, Shape, Space”, international competition and online exhibition. This competition is open to artists of all ages internationally with no restrictions on media or style. Work must pertain to the theme of “Color, Shape, Space”. Entry is FREE, only artists whose work is selected as finalists must pay the $35 participation fee. Finalists will have their work exhibited online and move on to the final round of Jurying in consideration for cash prizes totaling up to $1,500. See website for full details.

Theme:

The theme of the "Color, Shape, Space" art competition encourages artists to explore and express their creativity through the dynamic interplay of color, form, and spatial relationships. Participants are challenged to delve into the multifaceted world of visual aesthetics, interpreting how colors evoke emotions, shapes convey meaning, and the manipulation of space influences perception. This theme invites a diverse range of artistic interpretations, fostering a platform

The Salt Lake City Arts Council is pleased to announce an opportunity for U.S.-based artists or artist-led teams to submit qualifications for the Donner Trail Park public art opportunity. This project seeks to commission a site-specific art installation(s) that will become the centerpiece of a "re-imagined" Donner Trail Park.

Situated in the Salt Lake Valley at the base of the Wasatch foothills, Donner Trail Park is a 14.27-acre park in the East Bench neighborhood of Salt Lake City. A "re-imagined Donner Trail Park will maintain views of the valley and the peaceful environment. The inclusion of a public art installation(s) at Donner Trail Park is supported by the voter-approved Parks, Trails, and Open Spaces General Obligation (GO) Bond

The 2024 Craft Archive Fellowship will foster archival research on underrepresented and non-dominant craft histories in the United States.

Proposals are welcome from a range of emerging to established scholars, including artists researchers. Funding is intended to support independent research and is not intended to support research conducted on behalf of an institution, organization, or 501c3.

Archives are repositories for and collections of primary source materials where people can conduct research. However, the histories preserved and stored within institutional libraries and archives often reflect the dominant cultural narratives, limiting the types of histories that can be told. Therefore, this fellowship takes an expansive understanding of what an archive is, to delimit what an archive can be. For the purpose of this grant, the Center for Craft understands archival craft research to be, but not limited to:

Digital and in-person archives: Recipients can direct their research towards a digital or site-specific archive, such as institutional archives that feature underrepresented craft communities. An in-person visit is not required.
Objects as archives, the study of a new collection of materials, such as oral histories, community-created archives, site or place as an archive.
Funding from this grant can be used to visit more than one archive, as funding and time permits. However, engagement with just one archive is all that is expected.
Select Archival Images Courtesy American Craft Council Library & Archives

Santa Monica Cultural Affairs, a division of the City of Santa Monica, seeks proposals from visual, digital and performing artists living in Los Angeles County for a fourteen-week studio residency at the Camera Obscura Art Lab in Palisades Park, Santa Monica.

This Studio Residency spans 14 weeks and three terms are available; Feb 1- May 9, 2024; May 16- August 22, 2024; and August 29 - December 12, 2024.

The County of Mercer County/New Jersey seeks to identify a pool of qualified artists or artist teams who will subsequently be invited to develop proposals to design, fabricate and install permanent site-specific public art for the New Jersey State Prison. Letters of interest and qualifications from artists are sought in this RFQ.

In particular, artists are sought to create one (1) 319 ft (long/width) x 19 ft (high/height) mural to be permanently installed on the exterior wall of the New Jersey State Prison, located at 600 Cass St., Trenton. The successful design will be colorful, dynamic, and celebratory; and will provide a vibrant, block-long visual impact for local residents and those driving along this major thoroughfare. This RFQ is open to artists/artist teams residing or working within the tri-state area (NJ, NY, CT, and PA). The estimated budget of $150,000 USD is all inclusive. The art selection process will be managed by the County’s Division of Culture & Heritage (MCDC&H).

The goal of the Call to Artists is to showcase works of art throughout the City Hall building (hallways and other prominent walls) that are inspired by South Florida’s Nature and Wildlife, with a strong focus on the Everglades. Please note that ocean themed artwork will not be considered or accepted. Because of City’s proximity to the Everglades, the City Hall conference room names are also inspired by local nature and wildlife.

(City is expecting digital photography and giclee to cost between $200 to $500 and original paintings to range between $1,000 to $3,000)

The City of Mountain View’s Visual Arts Committee is inviting artists and artist teams working in a variety of media to exhibit public art in the lobby of the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041) for the 2024 season.

The rotating exhibits are approximately six to eight weeks in length and are viewed by thousands of people visiting downtown Mountain View and attending shows at Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts (MVCPA).

A juried group photo show on street + still life + fashion at Black Box Gallery.

The theme for this winter exhibition is open to interpretation. We encourage you to submit pieces that feature the color blue, are inspired by Blues music, and/or that evoke feeling blue.
This show will be taking place online only

In the last hundred years, humankind has seen unprecedented innovations and changes, from skyscrapers to moon landings, to social media, to human rights, to Art...?

At this very moment in our society, everything moves incredibly fast, time doesn’t seem sufficient anymore. Artists seem to find their path much harder, the ongoing changes create a need for a continuous state of transcendence, and this is reflected in contemporary art.

The aim of this exhibition is to explore the trends in contemporary art and to create a dialogue between the artists and the viewers.

Gallery Space:

Our gallery is located in the vibrant heart of the iconic Tower Bridge area in London. An elegant blend of historical richness and modern energy, our space serves as an extraordinary platform for artists and audiences alike.

Submission Guidelines:

To apply, email us three images of your work (three different pieces), each with its title, size in cm, medium, price, and a short biography of no more than 150 words. Email submissions should be sent to [email protected].

Eligible media include, but are not limited to, paintings, sculptures, photography, installations, prints, textiles, illustrations, digital art, poems, etc.

Application is free, but a £165 fee applies for each selected artist. This fee covers an extensive suite of benefits:

* Printed catalogs, posters, and brochures
* Admin support
* Graphic designer services
* Champagne & caviar at the opening event
* Professional photographer to document the event
* Hostess, security, and bartender services at the opening
* Printing and framing for the artists who opt for that (printing and framing is included in the price).

Our sales commission remains a modest 15%.

Printing and Framing Support:

If you're an accepted artist facing difficulties shipping your work to us, you can send us photos of your work. We'll print and frame them for you at no additional cost. Rest assured, we strive to match the quality of your original artwork as closely as possible.

Frame sizes available:

1. 32 x 32 cm
2. 30 x 40 cm
3. 40 x 50 cm

Important dates:

* Application deadline: 9th December 2023
* Artwork delivery date: 14th December 2023
* Exhibition days: 15th - 20th December 2023
* Opening event on 15th November, from 6:00 to 9:00 pm

Event:

This is a physical exhibition taking place in our iconic gallery space in the Tower Bridge district, London.

Beverages:

Champagne, Cocktails, and Caviar.

Important:

When applying, please include "The New Artist" in the subject line of your email.

Good luck to all entrants!

The 9th Annual National Juried Photography Show will not have a theme but celebrate the dynamic and diverse medium that is photography.

Vision Through the Lens: A Celebration of Photographic Artistry” invites audiences to traverse the dynamic landscapes of human emotion, nature’s grandeur, and the intricate tapestry of daily life, all captured through the timeless medium of photography. As we venture into the depths of each frame, we are reminded of the transformative power of a single captured moment, illustrating the fluid boundaries between reality and artistry.

Call for Entries: Monochrome
Deadline for submissions: Dec 11, 2023
Juror: Henry Horenstein
Prints due: Jan 19, 2024
Exhibition: February 2 - February 23, 2024

“I find that color distracts the eye, but black and white retains the essence.”
Dominic Rouse

In this exhibition, we explore the beauty and powerful expressive ability of monochrome photography. Any capture method and all processes, including black and white, alternative process and monochromatic toning, are welcome. The subject is completely up to you.

We are honored to have Henry Horenstein as juror for Monochrome. He will select up to 35 images for exhibition in our Middlebury, Vermont gallery and another 40 images for our Online Gallery. All 75 images will be reproduced in the exhibition catalog and remain permanently on our website, with links to photographer’s URL.

Image: Peter Zarkob @peterzarkob
peterzarkob.com

Call for Art
2024–2026 GALLERY WITHOUT WALLS

We are pleased to invite artist submissions for outdoor public display in Lake Oswego’s nationally recognized, award-winning outdoor Gallery Without Walls exhibit. In its twenty-fourth year, this program’s mission is to integrate art into the daily lives of residents and visitors to the community by presenting works from regional, national, and international artists that resonate with people of diverse backgrounds. Artwork will be displayed throughout the downtown business district for a two-year exhibition starting in the Summer of 2024.

Artists can submit completed works and proposals for new works for installation in August of 2024. We seek works of various media, including sculpture, social practice, new media, projections, and murals. We encourage proposals that engage, educate, and inspire the community. Submissions of artwork created within the last three years are highly encouraged.

The Selection Committee will choose up to fifteen artists to display. The selected artists will receive an honorarium award of $1000. Selected artists are also eligible for an annual People’s Choice purchase award of up to $20,000 (with a 30% gallery fee).

December 11, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Deadline to apply

January 2024, Selection Committee meets to jury applications

February 2024, Artists are notified

March 2024, Gallery Without Walls Preview Party (details TBD)

April/May 2024, Artists receive the contract and preliminary display site information

August 2024 Installation

Complete call found here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57a7a704b8a79b2fec2d397d/t/64e7e3da0b3aa25c89d12184/1692918746826/2024+GWW+Call+for+Art.pdf

Introducing the 1st "Beautiful | Grotesque”, international competition and online exhibition. This competition is open to artists of all ages internationally with no restrictions on media or style. Work must pertain to the theme of “Beautiful | Grotesque”. Entry is free, only artists whose work is selected as finalists must pay the $35 participation fee. Finalists will have their work exhibited online and move on to the final round of Jurying in consideration for cash prizes and the opportunity to win the grand prize of $1,000.

EXPO 43 is an international juried competition hosted by the b. j. spoke gallery in Huntington, NY. Finalist’s artwork will be exhibited virtually on the gallery website during the months of February and March, 2024, with a virtual reception and awards presentation via Zoom on February 7, 2024.

The juror is Emily Olek, Curatorial Assistant in the Department of Drawings and Prints at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City

All fine arts media are acceptable (no crafts): watercolor, oils, acrylic, mixed media, printmaking, pastel, drawing, collage, sculpture, installation art, video (short), photography, digital art, fiber art.

Artist will be allowed to submit up to 6 original images and/or 2 videos.

The NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellowship is an $8,000 unrestricted cash grant available to artists living in New York State and/or one of the Tribal Nations located therein.

FALL 2023 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.

Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (8) honorable mentions (4 in art and 4 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. For more information and to apply visit https://innovateartistgrants.org

Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers through quarterly grants. We've simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself and our application reflects that.

Innovate Grant awards:
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer
+ 8 x Honorable Mentions Interviews

How to Apply: Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. Apply today at https://innovateartistgrants.org

Explore the work of ALL Past Innovate Grant recipients and read their interviews at https://innovateartistgrants.org

Category: Multiple disciplines and genres accepted
Deadline: December 14, 2023
Region: US & International
Awards: 2 x $1,800.00 USD Grants // 8 x Honorable Mentions Interviews

Apply Online Today
https://innovateartistgrants.org

Callout for artists, makers and performers! Expressions of Interest and applications for WAF Grant funding are open now to be part of next summer’s Wandsworth Arts Fringe festival, from 7-23 June.
Every Summer, WAF brings together hundreds of creatives in a bold and boundary pushing annual line-up of cutting-edge theatre and dance, brand new music, exhibitions, comedy, performance art, outdoor extravaganzas and everything in between, taking place across the borough of Wandsworth.
Wandsworth Arts Fringe is a proudly inclusive, open-access festival. We pride ourselves on being a testing ground for bold, experimental work, and we’re looking for professional and emerging artists who want to present their work to new audiences.
Plus, Wandsworth's going for London Borough of Culture 2025 so we really want to showcase the fantastic creative home we live, work and play in with our most exciting, diverse programme yet.
Whatever kind of creative practitioner you are, if you want to try out new ideas, connect with creative networks and be part of something that thrills, moves and inspires audiences from across London and beyond, WAF wants you!
Express your interest online by 5pm on Thu 14 Dec 2023, or find out more about taking part via our website.
Filling out an Expression of Interest form is a non-committal way of telling us your plans and letting us know if you need any help or advice. You don’t need to have a clear idea of what you’d like to do, and we won’t hold it against you if your project does not come to fruition for any reason!
Need support? WAF offers up to £2,000 per project via our WAF Grants scheme to help fund project ideas that meet our strategic aims, plus the Wandsworth Grant Fund supports arts and culture projects taking place in the borough with awards of up to £10,000.
WAF also offers 50% off registration fees for artists under 26 or for artist collectives with over half of their members aged under 26.

Timeline:
• Expressions of interest open (artists, practitioners and venues): Now open!
• WAF Grants open: Mon 4 September 2023
• WAF Grants close: Fri 27 October 2023, 5pm
• Wandsworth Grant Fund closes: Mon 4 December 2023
• Registration opens: Wed 6 December 2023
• Expressions of interest close: Thu 14 December 2023
• Early bird registration closes: Thu 11 January 2024, 5pm
• Final registration and copy deadline: Fri 16 February 2024, 5pm
• WAF festival dates: Fri 7 to Sun 23 June 2024

Art Fluent invites artists worldwide to submit artwork to our online exhibit, EMOTIONAL THRESHOLDS.

THEME
Navigating the edge of our feelings is a complex process. Art is a channel that can help us explore emotions we experience when confronting challenging situations, heartaches, or personal growth. Embrace the power of feeling as a creative muse and delve into its boundless depth and complexity—joy, sorrow, love, fear, hope, and every sentiment that colors the human experience. We seek to celebrate the rich tapestry of emotions that make us human, the emotion that brings us to the edge of our feelings. Show us EMOTIONAL THRESHOLDS from your perspective.

CALENDAR
JPEGs due by Friday, December 15, 2023 at midnight MST.
Notification of acceptance and online gallery opening by Friday, January 12, 2024.

AWARDS
All accepted pieces will be displayed in our online gallery at www.art-fluent.com
Best of Show: $750
Two Director’s Choice awards: $250 each

ENTRY FEE
$25 for first entry/$10 for each additional entry. You may enter up to 20 total. Payment is non-refundable and does not guarantee acceptance. For 3D work, there is no need to pay for additional entries for detail shots. Once your first entry is made, you may send additional views by email to [email protected].

ELIGIBILITY
This call is open to artists worldwide, both amateur and professional. Work that has been selected for previous exhibits with Art Fluent will not be considered.

RULES
Work that is copied or done under the guidance of an instructor is not eligible. Open to ALL fine art mediums (oil, acrylic, watermedia, pastel, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fiber, wood, ceramics, film/video, digital art- AI will not be accepted). Diptychs and triptychs should be uploaded as a single image.

SELECTION PROCESS
Director’s choice. Each show is curated and juried by Creative Director, Amy Matteson Neill along with an anonymous committee of jurors. Please note, there is no personal feedback given by jurors.

ENTRY PROCEDURE
Entry is done through CaFÉ, a web-based service that allows artists to upload images and organize their artwork for submissions to galleries. To apply for a call, you must leave our website and go to the CaFÉ website at www.callforentry.org where you can create a FREE artist account. You will add your details and upload your images to CaFÉ and then you can submit work to EMOTIONAL THRESHOLDS. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected] we are happy to walk you through the process.

MEDIA PREPARATION
Please only submit properly cropped images of your work that are in focus. We have a free resource for artists for tips on how to get high quality images of your work. Visit www.art-fluent.com/resources for a free download. CaFÉ also offers tips on their blog which you can find here www.callforentry.org/photographing-artwork/.
All images must be in JPEG/JPG format using CaFÉ guidelines. The image size must be 1,200 pixels or greater on the longest side and 400 pixels on the shortest side. Maximum file size is 5 mb.
Accepted video formats include MOV, MP4, WMV. Aspect ratio 4:3 or 16:9, resolution minimum 640x480, maximum 1920 x1080, bit rate recommended above 240 kbps, recommended frame rate 30 fps. File size must be under 100 MB. If your video work has been selected for the exhibit, we kindly request that you provide us with the file link via Vimeo.

NOTIFICATION
Notification will be done by email, everyone who submits will be notified of the juror’s selections. If for any reason you do not hear from us by the notification date, please check the filters in your email account. Notification emails are sent to the email on file with CaFÉ.

SALES
All sales inquiries will be directed to the artist’s website and/or contact information. For any artwork that is sold, the artists receive 100% of the sale.

GIVING BACK
A portion of the proceeds from the entry fees is donated to organizations committed to the arts and supporting artists.

REQUIRED FORMS
Cash awards over $600 are subject to federal income tax withholding within the United States. A W-9 form must be filled out by the winner and submitted to Art Fluent, Inc.

REGULATIONS
By entering our calls for art through CaFÉ you are agreeing to be added to Art Fluent's email list for forthcoming artist opportunities. By submitting images, you agree that the images are your own work, nothing copied, you own all rights to the images, and you take full responsibility for the content of all images, including the likeness of recognizable individuals. The actual artwork will remain the property of the artist, our mission is to promote artists and their work. Should your work be accepted, you grant Art Fluent the right to reproduce your image on our website, on social media, and where appropriate to help promote further online opportunities. Art Fluent will always credit you and your copyright wherever feasible. We will not use your image for any other purpose without the artist’s permission.

The Volunteer Photographer Program is a community outreach project of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Archive. The mission of the program is to provide documentation of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival for the Foundation Archive. WATERMARKS ON YOUR IMAGES ARE NOT ALLOWED.

Festival Dates: April 25-28 and May 2-5, 2024

Be transported to Hawaiʻi landscapes with the impressionistic works of Hawaiʻi's plein air painters. Sponsored by Hawai'i Island Art Alliance (HIAA) and open to all Hawai'i based artists.

No photography, reproductions or digital art will be accepted. Works must be created in a plein air style of painting and created outdoors.

This exciting residency will enable artists to develop their work in the Museum’s historic Drawing Office and engage with departments across the Museum including the archive, library, education and commercial activities.

Sir John Soane's Museum has launched the second edition of its Artist at Soane residency programme.

This extraordinary opportunity invites artists to immerse themselves in the Museum's historic Drawing Office.

Located in the heart of London, and attracting over 100,000 visitors a year, the Museum is home to the remarkable collection of Sir John Soane, renowned British architect and collector.

Artists, designers, makers and creatives working in various media are encouraged to apply, provided that drawing plays a central role in their practice.

Two artists will be hosted at the museum each year, one in Spring and one in Autumn. Residents will receive financial support and guidance throughout the residency.

Artist fee:

Artists will be contracted for a minimum of 12 days working either in the Museum or in their studio during the three month period. The artist will be engaged over a pre-agreed number of days in the Museum either working on site, taking part in public engagement or educational activity or using the research facilities.

There will be an honorarium of £2000 per artist or collaboration, to cover materials, travel and other expenses.

There will also be the possibility of an allowance for each artist on a case by case basis, to help cover accommodation, at the discretion of the Project Managers. Please note that this will not cover international artists' travel expenses or Visa application fees.

More info on how to apply: https://new.artopps.co.uk/opportunities/artistatsoane

It's free to enter, and artists from around the world are welcome to apply!

The residency at Jardin Rouge is open to visual artists of any nationality or age who can demonstrate a significant artistic career. The residency will last a minimum of one month and a maximum of three months. The artist may be invited back to continue his or her research on the basis of the initial project or to develop new projects in agreement with the Foundation. All the teams speak english, arabic and french. The Montresso* Art Foundation provides funding for the production of the artistic project approved by the selection committee. It will also cover transport, individual accommodation, meals, all necessary equipment and the provision of an individual workshop on the residency site.

This exhibit is your chance to show us the people, creatures, places, and things that bring you joy and hope. Awesome: A Show of Joy + Hope is a sanctuary of optimism, where visitors can immerse themselves in a world where anything is possible, and where the beauty of the human spirit shines brilliantly. It's a celebration of the simple pleasures, the unbreakable bonds, and the unwavering belief in a brighter future—a testament to the transformative power of art to uplift and inspire. All mediums and styles are welcome, so don't miss out. Submit your artwork beginning October 1 for a chance to showcase your talent. The entry fee is $30 for up to three submissions, and the deadline for entries is December 15th by 11:59 pm EST. ALL proceeds will benefit The Project for Awesome (http://www.projectforawesome.com), where online creators donate to a variety of charities that "decrease world suck." A Best in Show (cash prize) and Awards of Distinction will be awarded to the works of highest artistic merit based on technical skill, creativity, innovation, and adherence to theme. An Artists' Choice and People's Choice award will also be selected based on popular vote.

Blue Sky established the Pacific Northwest Drawers (PNW Drawers) program in 2007 to feature a juried public archive of original prints by contemporary photographers from the Pacific Northwest region. The program features work by more than 50 artists based in Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. Selected work can be viewed in the flat files for a full year at the gallery, or digitally on the Blue Sky website. The online exhibition will remain a part of the Blue Sky digital archive indefinitely. We are pleased to open the 2024 call, juried by Aline Smithson, visual artist, educator, Founder and Editor-In-Chief of Lenscratch.

The Other Art Fair is a global gathering of creative thinkers, game changers and pleasure seekers sharing emerging talent and unforgettable experiences.

Set against the backdrop of the world’s biggest cities, each of our fairs is different. We combine boundary-pushing yet always accessible artworks from over 100 independent artists like you, with immersive installations, performances and a few curious encounters. The result is an inspiring, evocative, inclusive and fun event that reframes how art can be perceived and creates lasting connections between artists and art lovers.

We’ve been dedicated to representing independent artists since 2011 The Other Art Fair and since then have worked with over 3,000 artists from more than 20 countries. We host 12 in-person fairs each year across the UK, US and Australia.

Artist Grants support Omaha-area artists and organizers who orient their practices toward building more economically, environmentally, and racially just futures. These unrestricted awards provide seed funding and direct financial support to artists actively engaged in challenging dominant systems, expanding their practices, and engaging with their communities.

Call For Entry: The Abstract Image

International Submission Deadline:
December 15th, 2023 11:59 PST

The Abstract Image highlights the transformative power of abstraction in photography, allowing us to break free from reality and explore the myriad possibilities within non-representational states. This theme invites artists to push the boundaries of photographic art by exploring alternative, experimental, or even accidental elements of the captured image that exhibit photography’s ability to serve as a conduit for visual metaphor and personal expression.

The Abstract Image is an international open call for artists ages 18 and older. All forms of two-dimensional images, traditional, and non-conventional media, black and white, color, conventional, or non-traditional processes with a subjective analog or digital photographic base are welcome for submission.

Are you a talented and innovative artist looking for a platform to showcase your work to a global audience? Here's your chance to participate in SwaKarya International Art Competition 2023 and gain recognition for your creative talents!

SwaKarya Gallery is a worldwide venue, thus we encourage artists across the globe to take part in our competition.

Eligibility: Open to artists of 18 years and above only across all experience levels. There is no submission limit. You can submit as many artwork as you like.

Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: By 25th December 2023, 10:00pm Malaysia time (GMT+8)
Winners Notification: First week of January 2024

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces an art call for the gallery’s 13th Annual “All Women” Online Juried Art Competition. The gallery invites all 2D and 3D women artists only, worldwide, to make online submissions for possible inclusion in the Gallery’s January 2024 online group art exhibition.

There is no theme for this competition, so any subject matter and any media are acceptable for consideration. Women artists (including photography & digital arts), regardless of where they reside, are invited to apply to this competition by submitting their best representational and/or abstract art.

The #1 overall top winning artist will be the Best in Show winner of the exhibition. The Best in Show winner will receive a cash prize. Winners receive extensive worldwide publicity and promotion.

Entry Fees: $18.00 for 1 to 2 entries / $26.00 for 3 to 5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts.

The deadline to apply to this art competition is December 27, 2023.

For further information and to apply: https://lightspacetime.art/13th-all-women-online-art-competition-2023/

About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly themed online art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists on a worldwide basis. It is the gallery's intention to help today's artists to successfully market their art to a worldwide audience.

University of Utah in partnership with the Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management and the Utah Division of Arts & Museums Public Art Program requests qualifications from artists and/or artist teams interested in creating site-specific artwork(s) for the new Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine in Salt Lake City, Utah.

3 / 6 / 9 is a one-month pour painting group show curated by artist L.A. Pagán, taking place in February 2024 at BxArts Factory Galleries in Bronx, NY. We are currently seeking talented pour painters who specialize in at least one of the ten distinct styles of pour painting. Despite its lack of recognition in the art world, pour painting boasts a rich historical background, requiring meticulous preparation, strategic planning, specific materials, and an array of tools. The primary objective of 3 / 6 / 9 is to showcase the majority of these ten styles, serving as an enlightening platform for education. Attendees of the opening reception, artist talk, and workshops will gain invaluable insights into the diversity of pour painting techniques. If you are an accomplished pour painter who shares our passion for this art form and wishes to participate in this exhibition, we encourage you to submit your application promptly, as space is limited.

Seeking an artist to create an installation designed to meet the vision/mission to commemorate, honor, and celebrate local LGBTQ+ community members and allies who have had a profound, significant, and positive impact on the lives of LGBTQ+ residents of Palm Springs and the Greater Coachella Valley.

The art installation will be a visible and lasting reminder to residents and visitors of Pam Springs and the Coachella Valley of the LGBTQ+ community’s rich history of courage, spirit, and achievement. It will be designed, installed, and funded to0 serve as a beacon of community pride and as a historical reference source for future generations.

The MGMoA is looking for potential artists to exhibit at the St. Anthony Shawnee Hospital Gallery for a period of 4 months. The artwork needs to be calming and comforting due to the location of the gallery. More details are at https://www.mgmoa.org/st-anthony/

Exhibiting Your Artwork at the MGMoA Gallery in St. Anthony Shawnee Hospital
The gallery space is just inside the West Entrance, on the North side of the main hallway, connecting the old and new sections of St. Anthony Shawnee Hospital. The hallway is 54 feet long, with about 44 feet of usable display space. Artwork is displayed for 4 months.
The artwork needs to be ready to hang. The MGMoA curator will meet with approved artists to discuss placement and will hang the exhibit. Because it is a hallway, no artwork can interfere with the movement of people in the hallway. The maximum depth of the pieces is 4 inches due to ADA restrictions.
Please keep in mind the wide range of reasons people might be in the hospital; therefore, the artwork needs to be calming and comforting. Artists should avoid shocking, depressive or angry imagery, and images with an abundance of red or black hues.
The MGMoA will fabricate the labels for each exhibit. Approved artists should send the text at least one week before installation. Artists can have an introductory panel as well as individual labels for the artworks. Prices cannot be listed on the labels. There is a brochure holder for brochures or cards that the artist can provide.
The artist is welcome to sell their work; however, it must be kept on the wall until the end of the exhibit. The MGMoA does NOT engage in sales during exhibitions. There will not be a value or sale price indicated on your label. If you are open to selling your artwork, we will be happy to give interested parties your contact information IF you indicate that on your loan agreement.

The Soirée is a signature arts festival that electrifies the streets of downtown Anderson, South Carolina! The 2024 Soirée will continue the same standard of excellence with a focus on visual, culinary, and performing arts.  

This community-led festival, hosted by the City of Anderson, will provide an entertaining two-day cultural experience attracting visitors from near and far.  
Known for its hospitality, the Soirée Committee will provide participating artists with convenient set-up, parking, and security.   

The Soirée is coordinated by the City of Anderson with artistic guidance from the Anderson Arts Center and support from community volunteers. Any proceeds realized will be used to subsidize production of this annual arts festival, as well as to provide funding for new art initiatives in Anderson.  

Key Deadlines: 
December 31, 2023: Deadline to submit application 
February 5, 2024: Artist Notification 
April 26 - 27, 2024: Soirée Dates

More information: www.AndersonArts.org
To Apply: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=11618

Call for Proposals
2024 Temporary Public Art Installation
Waterville, Maine

Overview

Waterville Creates invites proposals from individuals or groups for temporary outdoor public art installations for display in Downtown Waterville between June 1 and October 31, 2024 (this is the minimum timeframe; dates may be extended upon mutual agreement by the artist, Waterville Creates, and the property owner). Proposals may be submitted by individual artists, artist collaboratives, and/or arts organizations. The minimum award is $25,000; maximum award is $50,000. The application deadline is December 31, 2023.

In its 2021 Strategic Plan and in anticipation of the opening of the Paul J. Schupf Art Center on Main Street in December 2022, Waterville Creates established a goal to “make strolling downtown a delight with art ever-present.” The intent of this call is to identify and fund one or two significant, highly visible public art installations designed to inspire joy and curiosity and invite engagement by visitors of all ages.

Media + Scope

Proposed installations may include a variety of media and formats, including sound, projection, light, sculpture, etc. While one-time performances and events are not eligible for funding, activities related to or occurring within or around the installation may be included as part of the overall project. Proposals may include one site or multiple sites (i.e., a series of related installations along Main Street).

Proposed work must be suitable for all ages and must remain on display for the full exhibition period (June-October 2024). Applicants are encouraged to include interactive elements that invite the community to engage with the work.

Siting

Projects must be installed within the downtown district. Priority will be given to the following locations: Castonguay Square, Levine’s Park, Main Street sidewalks, and The Concourse parking area. While applicants are encouraged to propose specific sites for their installations, proposals may alternatively include general site requirements (greenspace vs. hardscape, square footage requirements, etc.).

Waterville Creates staff will be available to assist successful applicants in securing necessary permissions to use the public property spaces listed above and potential downtown sites not listed.

Funding

Stipends will range from a minimum of $25,000 to a maximum of $50,000 per approved project. Should Waterville Creates or the City of Waterville choose to purchase a piece for permanent display, the stipend shall serve as a deposit toward the total purchase price. Any private purchase will be independent of this process and arranged directly between the purchaser and the artist. Awards are inclusive of all project expenses. No additional funds will be provided for travel or installation expenses, which should be incorporated into the overall project budget.

Installation

Artists are responsible for transporting, installing, and removing the artwork after the exhibition. Exterior artwork should be durable, weatherproof, and require minimal maintenance during the exhibition period. Waterville Creates will work with the City of Waterville to provide site specific installation assistance as required. Attention to public safety issues and resistance to vandalism are also important considerations. Approval of artwork will be contingent on satisfactorily addressing liability issues and assuring structural integrity.

Review Criteria + Process

Proposals will be reviewed by a selection committee comprising representatives from Waterville Creates, the City of Waterville, and other community arts partners. Proposals will be scored based on:
• Overall quality of the proposal
• Project feasibility within provided budget, timeline, and site.
• Artistic excellence
• Visibility / visual impact
• Appropriateness / availability of the site (if one has been identified)
• Evidence of durability / public safety

The selected Artist(s) will be encouraged but not required to participate in at least one associated program and/or artist talk during the period of June 2024 through October 2024.

Waterville Creates will notify applicants of funding decisions by February 1, 2024. Staff will work with successful applicants to schedule, place, and/or refine projects as needed to ensure successful implementation.

Timeline

• October 16, 2023 Call for Proposals opens
• December 31, 2023 Proposals are due
• February 1, 2024 Applicants notified of selection
• May 2024 Installation of work
• June – October, 2024 Exhibition period
• After October 31, 2024 Removal of artwork

Application Requirements

Interested applicants should provide the following:
• Letter of interest. No longer than 2 pages, including the following:
o Identification of lead applicant and any partners to be involved;
o Brief summary of proposed project, including timing and desired location or location requirements.
o Explanation of why you’re interested in this opportunity.
o Explanation of how the community will be invited to interact with the piece.
o Experience with similar temporary public art projects, if applicable.
• Proposed budget. Please provide a budget for the proposed project and clearly state the amount of your request. The minimum request is $25,000, and the maximum is $50,000. Please include all project related expenses, including travel and installation.
• Current resume of any proposed artist(s), and links to artist’s website if applicable. Include information about previous work, commissions, public art installations, and/or exhibitions.
• Support Materials. Digital images (high-res jpgs preferred), videos (not to exceed 3 minutes), website links that will help to illustrate your proposal. Please submit no more than 5 total files. Each image and video should be considered one file. Please include title of work, date of work, dimensions of the work, and materials used.
• Accessibility. To request an accommodation or to receive CFP materials in an alternate format, please contact [email protected] at least two weeks prior to the CFP deadline.

All materials must be emailed to [email protected] by 11:59 p.m. on December 31, 2023.

About Waterville Creates

Through its three divisions, the Maine Film Center, Waterville Opera House, and Ticonic Gallery + Studios, Waterville Creates offers high quality, year-round film, visual, and performing arts programming for people of all ages from its new home in the Paul J. Schupf Art Center, which opened to the public in December 2022.

MISSION
Arts experiences for all

VISION
A community where all people enjoy transformative experiences in the arts

VALUES

Community
We are building a thriving, connected, and equitable community through shared experiences in the arts. By presenting arts programming by, with, and for our community, we promote growth and well-being.

Creativity
We recognize the vital role creative expression plays in a fulfilled life and a vibrant community, nurture individual artistic endeavors at all levels, and encourage all creative outlets.

Collaboration
We connect and work with creatives, arts and cultural organizations, and other strategic partners to energize and enrich our community through the arts.

Diversity, Equity + Inclusion
We support, encourage, and honor diverse stories and perspectives. We provide relevant, accessible programming while making space for community conversations that deepen understanding and foster discourse around critical issues of our time.

In accordance with Hawai‘i Revised Statute 103-8.5, the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts (SFCA), Art in Public Places Program is requesting qualifications from individual artists for artwork to be featured in the Our Sea of Islands art exhibition hosted at Capitol Modern: The Hawai'i State Art Museum. Through this RFQ we intend to establish a qualified pool of professional artists for consideration.

A phrase coined by scholar and cultural practitioner Epeli Hauʻofa, “Our Sea of Islands” is an oft-quoted reference to a redirection in the perspectives of the islands in the Pacific. Rather than considering these islands as an exotic other, Hauʻofa challenged the world to see the Pacific region as a metropolis for engagement of all kinds. We consider the exhibition, Our Sea of Islands, to be one that uses engagement as the cornerstone not only for the resulting presentation of artworks, but also for the very foundation of those pieces or performances from conception to fabrication to manifestation.

The Art Advocacy Project 2D (commonly known as TAAP 2D) is a one-year on-loan program designed to promote regional artists through the public display of their artworks and provides a means for artwork sales. This project is open to all Colorado artists of two-dimensional media. Selected artworks may be for sale; however, this is not required.

Unique two-dimensional works of art will be showcased in the Loveland Public Library’s Central Galleria in late February 2024. This project is ideal for artists wishing to display their work at any career stage. A wide variety of mediums have been shown through this annual project. Less dominant mediums like fiber, charcoal, mixed media, etc., are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed by a jury panel consisting of Art in Public Places (AIPP) representatives and public volunteers.

Last year’s collaboration with the Loveland Poet Laureate group was so successful that AIPP is doing it again this year. This addition is a poem created specifically in response to the artwork and displayed next to each artwork for the on-loan exhibit at the library. If selected, the artist agrees to work with a poet who will write a poem relating to the artwork chosen. Please note that the selected artist will have a time commitment associated with this project. The artist might be asked to discuss the artwork with a poet (depending on the poet’s creative process). Also, there will be an Artist Talk and Poetry Reading Reception on March 30, 2024, should the selected artist choose to attend.

Selected artworks will be displayed at the Loveland Public Library from late February 2024 until mid to late February 2025. Please do not submit artwork that cannot be available for the entire year.

The Arts Center in Corvallis, OR annually accepts exhibition proposals from artists nationwide. TAC is currently accepting applications to exhibit in the Main and Corrine Woodman Galleries through December 31, 2023.

It is free to apply. TAC encourages a diverse selection of artists to apply, including artists from historically underrepresented communities. We welcome all artists regardless of citizenship status, color, familial status, gender identity or expression, religious observance, sex, sexual orientation, and sources or level of income.

Artists working in all mediums and genres are encouraged to apply. Artist collectives, organizations and groups are welcome to submit proposals on a single application. Please clearly list all artists involved.

Artists are encouraged, but not required, to display works for sale. The Arts Center’s commission rate is a 50/50 split with the artists. Arrangements for artists with exclusive gallery commitments are possible.

Exhibitions are selected by the Curator and the The Arts Center Exhibition Committee. TAC’s EC is a group of volunteers made up of professional artists and community members. The EC is asked to review all materials submitted, and select artists who show excellence in medium and concept as well as help meet the mission of TAC.

The Shawn Lang Memorial Task Force is seeking artist qualifications to create the CT AIDS Memorial monument. The Task Force is named after Shawn Lang, a longtime CT advocate who spent her life fighting injustices.

This monument will serve as a reminder of Shawn Lang’s brand of soul force, the force of love, the force “of resistance.” At rallies at the State Capitol, she would often point to the building and state, “This is your house!” and as crowds left she’d challenge them to “Go out and change the world.”

This public art should serve as motivation for the justice work ahead. It will be a piece that encourages our souls to be stirred as we step into the arena, and into the complex work of confronting the racial/social/political inequities in CT. It is public art for justice.

The CT AIDS Memorial will be an outdoor public art installation that is incorporated within the landscape detailed below. It will be an “evergreen” installation that may include seating features and other interactive elements. The CT AIDS Memorial is meant to be an historic marker to those who have died of AIDS as well as those who continue to live with and work to eliminate HIV. The memorial will be engaging, intentional, empowering, hopeful and an opportunity for meaningful conversation.

The Dayton Society of Artists (DSA) is pleased to present The Future of Female, an exhibition focused on the ideals, hopes, and experiences of women identifying artists. The call for art is open to any women identifying artists who are 18 years or older and who live, work, or attend school in the state of Ohio. All art in any medium, style, and technique will be considered. Art must be original. The juror Heather Jones and $600 will be given in prizes.

Submit online at daytondsa.org/calls by December 31st

CALENDAR ¬
Entries Due: December 31st by midnight
Emailed Juried Results By: Mon. January 8th
Art Drop off: Fri. January 19th, 12-5pm and Sat. January 20th, 12-5pm
Exhibition Runs: Fri. February 2nd - Sat. March 23rd
Art Pick up: Sun. March 24th, 11-4 pm and Mon. March 25th 3-8 pm

ABOUT
The DSA is a non-profit member-based organization. It was founded in 1938 and acquired a Victorian house in the 1960s which was then converted into a gallery. The DSA’s mission is to “connect, support, and educate artists and the community.” The DSA hosts various workshops and events throughout the year to fulfill its mission as well as hosts a variety of exhibitions. For more information, visit daytondsa.org

ABOUT THE JUROR
Heather Jones is an artist that uses abstraction and color to comment on matrilineal connections, the historical and socio-political relationship between women and textiles, and explores the relationship between gender, place, time, and culture in her work. Her sewn paintings and sculptures continue the story of geometric abstraction, and she is influenced by artists including Josef and Anni Albers, Mark Rothko, Ellsworth Kelly, and Carmen Herrara, but also equally by a vast group of unknown female makers from the Southern and Appalachian regions of the United States and their patchwork quilting. The subject of her work is unequivocally feminist: she chooses to work with fabric rather than paint, in reference and reverence to the fact that fiber arts were often the only type of art that women were encouraged to practice for many years throughout history. Conceptually her work focuses on the use of readymade, common material and its elevation to high art; the power of color and shape; and is an authentic connection to the past, both personally and universally. She documents the story of our current world, particularly female narratives often neglected from history. By working within the realm of geometric compositions, Jones creates a universal visual language to tell these stories, using textiles as a reference to issues of domesticity and women’s work.

Jones is represented by Contemporary Art Matters, Columbus, Ohio; the George Gallery, Charleston, South Carolina; Moremen Gallery, Louisville, Kentucky; and has work available though David Richard Gallery, New York, NY. She was selected as an artist-in-residence for Kehinde Wiley’s inaugural class at Black Rock Senegal, and worked there in October 2019. Jones’ solo exhibition, Storytellers, opened in February 2022 at the Contemporary Dayton (Ohio), one of three concurrent solo exhibitions featuring the work of Jones, Odili Donald Odita, and Jeffrey Gibson. She also had her first solo exhibit in New York City at David Richard Gallery that opened in February 2022. Jones is currently an artist-in-residence at Silver Art Projects in New York City.

ENTRY FEES
• Non-members - $15 each piece for up to three pieces.
• Pay online by card when you submit your work.

REQUIREMENTS
• Artwork must be no larger than 48”x48”x48”
• Artwork must be professionally presented, framing is encouraged, but not required. 2D work must be ready to hang with wiring on back. DSA is open to other installation methods, but they must be pre-approved.
• 3D artwork must fit on a pedestal that has a footprint of 24 x 24 inches (or smaller) or sit on the floor.
• Artwork must have been created in the past 3 years.
• Please have a brief statement prepared about how your work correlates to the theme of female ideals, hopes, and experiences.
There will be room on your entry form to include it.
• Artwork must be labelled with artist name, title, and e-mail.
• Artwork must not have been exhibited before at the DSA or virtually through the DSA.
• Artwork may not be picked up before the close of the show.
• Accepted work that differs significantly from submitted image or suffers from poor presentation will be disqualified.
 
ART DELIVERY / RETURN
• Artists maintain responsibility for insuring fine artwork during shipment and/or travel (including U.S. mail delivery) to the DSA. The DSA will acknowledge receipt of work when physically received by appropriate DSA personnel.
• All work selected for the exhibition must arrive ready to install. Works not gallery-ready, or not exhibiting good craftsmanship, may be omitted from the exhibit. Accepted work that differs significantly from the submitted images, or suffers from poor presentation, will be disqualified. Works must be hand delivered or shipped. Exhibited work will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition. Works not claimed within 30 days of the end of the exhibit will become the property of the DSA.
• Shipped Works: Shipped works must be sent in reusable packaging. Artists are responsible for return shipping costs and should include a return label with the shipped artwork or emailed to the director by the close of the show. Works will be returned in the same manner as received by FEDEX/UPS/USPS. Artwork must be received before Sat, January 20st and will be shipped out the week of March 25th.
• In-Person Delivery: Works will be returned in the same manner as received.

LIABILITY & SALES
• The DSA has fine art insurance for work physically inside the gallery. Artists maintain responsibility of insuring work during shipment and travel. Damage caused by the failure of the work itself is not covered. If work has an insurance price of over $500, then any insurance claim must be accompanied by documentation of past sales and/or a professional 3rd party appraisal.
• Please note: DSA does not have constant climate control in its galleries.
• DSA takes NO COMMISSION on sales but donations are welcome. Please price work accordingly or as -Not for Sale-. Do not include shipping in the price of the piece. After sales are completed, the artist will be responsible for coordinating with purchaser to deliver/ship work. Artists may use the High Street Gallery as a meeting point. Donations are always appreciated and help support future programming.

AGREEMENT TO PARTICIPATE
Submitting indicates that you agree with the conditions of entry and exhibit as outlined in these guidelines, and that you agree to make your work available and will ship/deliver it to the gallery should it be selected for exhibit. The DSA may use submitted images and artwork in print and/or digital marketing materials.

Calling all women-identifing artists, activists and creatives to take part in a virtual exhibition and publication on the effects of forced and voluntary migration!

The Starving Artist invites women-identifying artists to share their work on the impact of migration. This exhibit aims to depict the internal displacement and lived-in experiences behind migration through a gendered lens.

We believe in free and inclusive access for all artists! Global submissions are welcomed.

Rising Star Fellowship is a fellowship program run by Etcheve to support upcoming artists. Rising artists can use NFT technology to connect better with their fans and build stronger ties with the community.

Our goal is to work with 100 upcoming artists to help them gain more exposure and create a new passive income for them through NFT. We encourage creators from various mediums and regions to apply.

As a fellow, you will receive the following highlighted but not limited benefits:

- Product credits for creating and marketing NFT
- Exhibition possibilities (online and offline)
- Connect with other creators.
- Exclusive educational resources (webinar and bootcamp)

The PleinAir Salon Art Competition is a monthly online art competition that awards over $50,000 each year. There is $2,050 in Cash Prizes awarded each month, and $22,000 awarded at the Annual Competition each May. Each of the 23 monthly winners are included in the judging for the 13th Annual PleinAir Salon where we award the Grand Prize winner a check for $15,000 and feature their painting on the cover of PleinAir Magazine. The Annual Awards will be presented live at the Plein Air Convention & Expo in May 2024.

Because this competition is created by PleinAir magazine, which features not only plein air paintings, but also studio paintings, all types of paintings are eligible and do not need to have been completed in plein air. As we know, many studio paintings start with plein air sketches, and many plein air painters paint figures and still life. Our interest is in rewarding great paintings.

Reward Highlights:
Annual Awards - $21,500 in Cash Prizes
First Place Overall - $15,000 + the cover of PleinAir Magazine
Second Place Overall - $3,000
Third Place Overall- $1,500
People’s Choice Award - $500
Honorable Mentions (3) - $500

Monthly Awards - $24,600 in Cash Prizes
First Place Overall - $500
Second Place Overall - $300
Third Place Overall - $200
People’s Choice Award - $100
Category Awards *NEW - $50 (each category)

For over seven decades, Skowhegan has offered artists the opportunity to engage fully with their studio practice, with their peers, and with distinguished faculty and mentors in its nine-week intensive and residential program. The experience of living and working exclusively alongside other artists has proven to be transformative time and time again. Skowhegan’s 350-acre rural campus, the dedication of its staff to supporting the creative process, and the diverse community of artists who gather as participants and faculty each summer serve as catalysts for expansive thinking, material experimentation, and a broadened perspective on the world from which we all derive our creative work.