Art Calls in Utah - March Deadlines

Kala's Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program offers 24-hour access to the printmaking workshop, digital lab, black and white darkroom, sculpture and textiles lab (textiles, wood shop, kiln, and slab roller), individual storage space, and access to Kala's gallery with potential exhibition opportunities. The program includes professional development resources including classes and participation in a...

The 2026-2027 Fellowship program period is July 2026 – June 2027. Artists must be able to schedule a residency during that time. The Fellowship group exhibition schedule is to be determined. Artists enrolled in a degree-granting program during the fellowship program period are not eligible for the Fellowship, but are eligible for the Artist-in-Residence program.

This Summer Keyholder Residency Program offers emerging artists free 24-hour access to printmaking facilities to develop new work and foster their artistic careers. The residency takes place in LESP's Community Studio, including the solvent/etching area and darkroom. Keyholders work independently in a productive atmosphere alongside other contemporary artists. The residency runs from June 1 to...

EXHIBIT26 is a curated exhibition programme designed to create well-timed, consistent opportunities for artists to be seen throughout the year with purpose, context, and professional visibility. The programme opens up the Pure network to both members and non-members. Successful applicants are awarded inclusion in a digital exhibition, hosted on screen at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show in London and...

Protest: The Art of Activism is a group exhibition centered on the urgent need to resist systems, policies, and power structures that cause harm. This show exists in direct response to what is happening in America and other places around the world, as people take to the streets to defend bodily autonomy, human rights, immigrant lives, queer and trans existence, racial justice, and collective...

Bellevue Arts Museum hosts the largest, award-winning arts & crafts festival in the Northwest as part of a community-wide, three-day celebration of the arts in Downtown Bellevue. The fair showcases exceptional local and national designers, artists, and craftspeople. More than 150,000 visitors will shop from over 250 juried artists exhibiting unique, handmade crafts and art, representing modern,...

The Art of Progress Prize is dsm-firmenich's inaugural global award supporting artists whose multi-sensory, environmentally conscious practices push creative boundaries. The competition invites artists aged 35 and under from anywhere in the world working across craft/traditional arts, photography, drawing, film/video/new media, mixed-media/multi-discipline, painting, and sculpture. Eligible...

The Trout Museum of Art is proud to host the two-day 66th Annual Art at the Park on Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26, 2026. Outdoors in Appleton, Wisconsin's City Park, Art at the Park is a visual art fair visited by more than 20,000 annually. Art at the Park hosts artists presenting high-quality, handmade artwork. In addition to the best in visual art, visitors enjoy original live music...

This is a competition for emerging artists in the craft field. The Spector Craft Prize recognizes and supports emerging talent in craft disciplines. Eligibility, submission requirements, deadlines, and award details are available through the official opportunity listing.

STAR BFA Portfolio Submissions is an application process for students seeking admission to the BFA program. Students who have completed Foundation 1, 2, 3, and ART 1010 will be given priority consideration. Applicants must submit a portfolio under one concentration area (Painting, Drawing, Photography, Visual Communication Design, 3D Studies, Multimedia Arts, or Art Education). The submission...

ART 64 is the nation's largest live bracket-style painting tournament, taking place in The Village of Wauwatosa for the 5th year. Discover Wauwatosa seeks 64 artists to participate in this two-day event presented by North Shore Bank on June 5-6, 2026 (rain date June 7, 2026). Artists will compete in three rounds with increasing time limits: 60 minutes in round 1, 75 minutes in round 2, and 90...

ART 64 presented by North Shore Bank is a live painting tournament where 64 artists compete head-to-head in a bracket-style format. The public votes in real-time to decide who advances through the rounds, with the winner receiving a $20,000 grand prize. The event takes place June 5-6, 2026, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. This is the 5th year of the nation's largest live bracket-style painting...

L7 Gallery invites contemporary artists to submit work that investigates and represents the concept of stillness. Stillness can be serene reflection, joyous possibility, or anxious alertness, evoked through muted colors or rich colors alike. Consider what work you have or create something new depicting stillness, whether figurative, landscape, or abstract. The gallery is accepting painting,...

Kala is launching a new Curatorial Fellowship program accepting applications from Bay Area curators, artists, and cultural workers to provide research and exhibition development opportunities. The year-long program culminates in an 8-10 week exhibition in the Kala Gallery, with the exhibition taking place between September 2027 and January 2028. The inaugural program will select and support one...

The Galleries at SCC invite artists to submit work for upcoming exhibitions. The gallery is committed to showcasing a wide variety of artistic voices, mediums, and perspectives. This is an opportunity for artists to exhibit in a professional gallery setting, engage with the community, and be considered for future programming. Exhibition dates: March 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027.

The Long's Park Art Festival is held on Labor Day weekend (September 4-6, 2026) in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Presented by the Long's Park Amphitheater Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to enriching Lancaster through art and music, the festival is recognized as one of the nation's best outdoor fine arts festivals. The event showcases handmade fine art and craft in an outdoor gallery setting,...

The 2026 Wyoming Art Show will be held in-person on Sunday, May 17th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. along the shaded, tree-lined streets of historic Wyoming, Ohio in the Greater Cincinnati area. This marks the 40th year of one of Southwest Ohio/Greater Cincinnati's premiere juried art shows and competitions.

The 37th annual Bellevue Downtown Arts Market (part of the Bellevue Arts Fair Weekend) is located in the heart of downtown Bellevue at 106th Ave NE & NE 6th Street. The event brings the original work of 120+ artists to Bellevue in an open-air showcase of sculpture, jewelry, home décor, wood and glass work, fabrics and more. The market attracts thousands of attendees every year and features an...

Fusion Art announces the Artist's Choice 2026 Art Competition, an open competition with no theme. Both 2D and 3D artists worldwide are invited to submit their best art and photography in any subject matter and any media. All artists, regardless of location or experience, are invited to submit representational and/or abstract art and photography. Categories include Craft/Traditional Arts,...

Art in the Park, Loveland is celebrating its 59th annual festival at North Lake Park (2750 N Taft Ave, Loveland CO 80537). The event invites up to 250 exhibitors to participate in this world-class celebration of the visual arts. The festival is part of THE WEEKEND OF ART, alongside the internationally acclaimed Sculpture in the Park. Art in the Park, Loveland is a nonprofit organization supported...

Mayfaire by-the-Lake is a juried, fine arts festival held on the shores of Lake Morton in downtown Lakeland, Florida. This two-day, free community festival, traditionally held on Mother's Day weekend, is a premier fine arts festival in Florida. Attendance is approximately 15,000 and award money is $17,000. The festival is celebrating its 54th year and has been voted as one of the Best Fine Art...

The Ankeny Art Center and Uptown Ankeny will host the Ankeny Art Center Arts Festival on May 16th, 2026. The festival will transform several streets of Ankeny's Historic Uptown into a celebration of artistic expression, featuring 50+ artist booths, live music, artist demonstrations, food trucks, and entertainment. Artists work in mediums including painting (acrylic, oil, pastel), ceramics,...

The Oregon Country Fair is an annual 3-day festival held in Veneta, Oregon, about 15 miles west of Eugene. The Fair offers entertainment, hand-made crafts, food, and information sharing in a wooded setting. The organization is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization founded in 1969. Craft applications are accepted from individual artists only.

The Corey Avenue Art & Craft Festivals return for their 32nd annual season, transforming the historic Corey Avenue—the cultural and social heart of downtown St. Pete Beach—into a lively, open-air marketplace. Hosted by the Corey Area Business Association (CABA), these multi-day festivals feature world-class artistry and handcrafted treasures from skilled artisans and craftsmen. 2026 event dates:...

Be a part of starting the first Crankie Festival in Bloomington, Indiana. The festival is currently looking for artists and committee members, both of which are volunteer positions. The festival will take place in April 2026 and showcases the work of artists at any point in their artistic career. No experience is required.

This is a public art commission opportunity for an urban/industrial sculpture series on Pecos Street median in Denver, CO. The commissioning entity is Adams County Colorado. The project budget is $350,000. Applicants must be based in the United States.

Surel's Place Artist Residency is open to professional visual, literary, and performance artists including painters, writers, musicians, architects, filmmakers, and choreographers. The program welcomes any artist who needs a place to focus. Due to the property's limitations and proximity to neighbors, the residency cannot accommodate loud or terribly messy processes such as welding or...

The Harden Art Prize is a prestigious national acquisitive award recognising excellence in Australian landscape painting. Open to artists across the country, the prize offers $15,000 in prize money and a $1,000 People's Choice Award, with the winning artwork acquired for a collection. Accepted mediums include watercolour, acrylic, and oils. Eligibility requirements: artwork must depict a...

The Galleries at SCC invite artists to submit work for upcoming exhibitions. The gallery is committed to showcasing a wide variety of artistic voices, mediums, and perspectives. This is an opportunity for artists to exhibit in a professional gallery setting, engage with the community, and be considered for future programming. Exhibition dates: May 1, 2026 - June 30, 2026.

The South Dakota Arts Council invites artists to submit work for the Art For State Buildings program. Artwork selected will be purchased for display in publicly accessible areas in state government buildings in and near the State Capitol Building in Pierre, SD. Each selected piece becomes part of the state's permanent collection. The collection currently contains 135 pieces on display in the...

Art Speaks Juried Exhibition is presented by the Bay School Community Arts Center. The exhibition runs April 25 - May 25, 2026, with an opening reception on Saturday, April 25, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Artwork delivery is Monday - Saturday, April 6-18, 10am–4pm at 279 Main Street, Mathews, VA. Pick up artwork Wednesday - Saturday, May 27-30, 10am–4pm.

SVCreates is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Production Manager to support Content Magazine, the media platform, publication, and core program of SVCreates. Content Magazine highlights and connects South Bay culture curators, artists, and innovators through storytelling, an online community, and local event experiences. The Production Manager will coordinate events, marketing, membership...

The Adirondack Artists Guild announces its twenty-eighth annual juried competition. The Adirondack Artists Guild is a cooperative retail art gallery representing a diverse group of artists residing and working in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondack Park in northern New York. The gallery is located at 52 Main St., Saranac Lake, NY. Phone: (518) 891-2615.

Coastal Arts League presents Signs of Spring - Painting & Drawing Show 2026, running March 27 – April 27, 2026. This exhibition features painting and drawing in the following media categories: Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Gouache, and Pastel. Photographs and prints are not accepted. The theme is Signs of Spring.

Center for the Arts is seeking professional artists and artist-led teams for a 20th Anniversary major outdoor art installation in Jackson, Wyoming. The commission budget ranges from $120,000 to $150,000. Applicants must be legally able to work in the United States and have demonstrated experience delivering outdoor public artworks of comparable scale, budget, and complexity. Applicants must show...

The City of Peterborough is seeking artists for a public art commission at the Simcoe Street Transit Terminal. The project budget is $100,000. Artists of all geographic backgrounds are eligible to apply. The application period opens February 2, 2026 and closes February 24, 2026.

We are looking for work primarily of political and social resistance. With the past year of chaos, and domestic terrorism from ICE, Boarder Patrol agents, and the Fed at large, we want to provide a space for artists, writers, journalists / citizen journalists, musicians, activists, organizers, and the rest of us to tell our stories and our truth. Work can directly reference the past year in the...

The Cuyama Action Fellowship, funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, seeks artists of any discipline (Visual Art, Film, Music, Writing, Theater, Dance, Design, etc.) with new or established social practice to support creative community development in the Cuyama Valley. Two artists or artist groups will be selected for two separate fellowships. Each fellowship is four weeks long,...

This is a 2-week residency in which an artist will create an original work for Women's Studio Workshop's mural wall. The mural space is 10′ x 23.5′ and faces the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail (WVRT), an active outdoor public trail used primarily for walking, running, and cycling. Approximately 3,000-5,000 WVRT users pass by the facilities on a monthly basis, with many coming onto the campus to view...

Ignition Project Space is an artist-owned and run gallery on the west side of Humboldt Park in Chicago, IL. The gallery supports Illinois artists by providing a space and modest stipend for solo shows. Ignition encourages non-commercial project-based exhibitions, events, and general risk-taking. All media, artistic backgrounds, and experience levels are welcome.

The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Art Fair will take place May 9-10, 2026 (Mother's Day Weekend) at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, one of Minneapolis' most popular parks featuring more than 60 sculptures from the Walker Art Center's collection, including the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry. The event will feature approximately 175 artist booths, along with music, crafts, botanicals, food, and...

Paradise Center for the Arts is seeking submissions of recent work from visual artists for exhibitions in the Carlander Family Gallery, Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery, and K&M Gallery for 2026-2027. Eligible categories include Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, and Sculpture. Submissions will be juried by members of the...

The Prairie Village Art Show is celebrating its 69th year and is the second-oldest show in Kansas City. Located in the heart of the Kansas City metro area and surrounded by upper-income demographics, the show is well-attended and draws patrons from the entire metropolitan area. The show features only 100 artists who come from all parts of the country, and this shopping area was developed by the...

ONE DAYTONA Art Festival, in partnership with Gallery500, is an award-winning annual fine art festival featuring juried fine artists and non-juried craft artisans at ONE DAYTONA in Daytona Beach. The festival takes place March 28-29, 2026 (Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm) at the ONE DAYTONA shopping and entertainment destination. The event offers an opportunity for local and visiting collectors to...

Leeper Park Art Fair is known as one of the premier fine art fairs in the country, ranked #34 in Sunshine Artist Magazine's 2025 100 Fine Art and Design Festivals in the US. Situated in a picturesque park along the banks of the St. Joseph River in South Bend, IN, the fair attracts top-ranked artists and enthusiastic patrons year after year. The show is run by volunteers of the St.

The Assistant Properties Master supports the planning and execution of all properties, special effects, and set decoration for theatrical and event productions at the Geffen Playhouse, across both the Gil Cates Theater and the Audrey Skirball Kenis Theater. This role ensures the successful interpretation, design, creation, and acquisition of all props and set dressing in a timely, safe, and...

Funding is available to community arts and cultural organizations to compensate an Art & Soul Featured Artist participating in programs, festivals, and venues. These activities must include Art & Soul Featured Artist alumni and/or 2026 Featured Artists. Indy Arts Council will publicly promote funded activities in the Art & Soul 2026 schedule of events. Applicants may request $500-$2,000.

The City of Suffolk, Virginia is hosting the 5th Annual Suffolk Plein Air Festival, September 7-12, 2026. Cash awards will be given for Best In Show ($3,000), 2nd Place ($1,000), and 3rd Place ($500). Additional monetary awards are given for Best Historic, Waterfront, Farmland, Rural, and Cityscape paintings. The festival is hosted by the Suffolk Art League, Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts, and...

At Kala, Artists-In-Residence work in a productive and professional communal studio alongside other working artists. In this self-driven experience, artists are expected to respect the equipment, the studio working environment, and to bring their own consumable supplies (paper and ink). Kala's large print studio and electronic media center do not close and are open 24 hours a day, 365 days a...

The Veterans Residency Program at Kala offers 1-4 months of studio residency with 24/7 studio access. Residents receive a $1,000 cash stipend, one month of housing at Kala's apartment for artists coming from outside the Bay Area, and access to individual project spaces (150-200 sq ft) or a large shared project space (400 sq ft). The program includes a funded Kala class or workshop, participation...