Heart of the Arts Telluride - Call to Artists

Heart of the Arts Telluride invites artists to submit work for a group exhibition at Telluride Arts HQ. The application deadline is July 7, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. MDT.

Eligible applicants must live and/or work in the Telluride region (defined by boundaries: Montrose to the north, Ouray to the east, Rico to the south, and Norwood to the west). There are no age limitations. Only one piece per selected artist will be exhibited. Applications must be submitted in the name of an individual artist; for collaborative projects, one artist must be the lead applicant and include work samples and details for all involved artists.

Applicants must provide: an artist statement and bio (singular document, PDF preferred), proof of residency, and work samples suitable for publication. Work sample requirements include a minimum of 1 image and maximum of 10 images, with 0-5 audio files and 0-5 video files permitted (minimum 2 total samples, maximum 20 total). Accepted art forms include 2D visual work (paintings, photographs, mixed media on canvas, etc.) and 3D visual work (ceramics, glass, mixed media sculptural pieces, shadow boxes, etc.). For questions, contact 970-728-3930 or [email protected]. Spanish-language applicants should contact Melannie Tavano at [email protected] or 970-728-3930.