37th Annual Michigan Fine Arts Competition

The Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center (BBAC) hosts the Michigan Fine Arts Competition annually since 1982. Every year, more than 500 artists from Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin enter the competition. Each year, the MFAC is juried by artist(s) or curator(s) of distinction, who select current work of the highest quality. Cash awards support working artists while recognizing their contributions to the cultural fabric of the region.

Participation is open to all artists 18 and older living and working in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin. Original works in all media (except video or canvas/gallery-wrapped copies) created and/or finished after January 1, 2017 will be accepted, provided they have not been previously exhibited at the BBAC. Artists may submit up to two entries. The entry fee is $40 (non-refundable), which covers one or both entries. Up to four images may be submitted total. All applications are processed online through CaFÉ at www.CallForEntry.org.

Accepted artwork must be delivered during intake June 11-16. The exhibition opens June 22 with a reception and awards presentation from 6-8pm, and closes August 23. Artwork must be picked up by August 28 or late charges of $10 per day will apply. The BBAC retains a 45% commission on all sales made during the exhibition. Maximum artwork height is 9 feet. The BBAC reserves the right to photograph exhibited work and use photographs or entry images in print and electronic materials for publicity, promotion, education, and grant proposals.