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ARTISTS' OPPORTUNITIES
| "The 25th Annual Tallahassee International Juried Competition" (Posted: 11/20/09) --
The FSU Museum of Fine Arts in Tallahassee, Florida announces a call to artists for "The 25th Annual Tallahassee International Juried Competition", August 23-September 26, 2010. Awards: 1st-$1,000; 2nd-$500; Color Catalog Produced. Juried by a panel of FSU College of Visual Arts faculty. Open to artists 18+ worldwide with all media eligible for consideration. $20 for 2 images. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Tallahassee International, 530 W Call St., Rm 250 Fine Arts Bldg., Tallahassee, FL 32306-1140. Deadline: February 14, 2010. Questions? Please contact Jean Young at jdyoung@fsu.edu or 850-644-3906.
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| "BP Portrait Award 2010" call for entries (Posted: 1/12/10) --
The National Portrait Gallery announces a call to artists for the "BP Portrait Award 2010", June 24 - September 19, 2010 in London, United Kingdom. First Prize: £25,000; Second Prize £8,000; Third Prize: £6,000. Judging panel chaired by Sandy Nairne, Director, National Portrait Gallery. The competition is open to everyone aged 18 and over. The work entered should be a painting based on a sitting or study from life and the human figure must predominate. The work must be predominantly painted in oil, tempera or acrylic and must be on a stretcher or board, preferably framed and unglazed. No watercolours, works on paper or pastels will be considered. The competition is limited to one entry per artist. The work must have been completed after January 1, 2009. Visit website for more information and to enter online. £30 entry fee. Deadline: February 14, 2010. Questions? Please send email to bpaward@npg.org.uk or call (+44)20 7321 6600.
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| "Art In The Open" call for entries (Posted: 12/27/09) --
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Art in the Open (AIO) is Philadelphia’s first festival to put a contemporary twist on the tradition of plein air painting. Over a four day period artists working in all medium and styles will create art outside, and in public view at locations along the Schuylkill River, from the historic Water Works south to Bartram’s Garden, June 9 – 12, 2010. City Hall will host an opening ceremony and exhibition June 2010. A closing exhibition and sale will be June 12, 2010 at the Rosenwald-Wolf Gallery, University of the Arts. The AIO call for entries is now available to download at www.artintheopenphila.org. Non-refundable entry fee of $30. Deadline: February 15, 2010.
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2010 National Photography Fellowship Competition (Posted: 12/29/09) --
Center Gallery in Wichita, Kansas announces its annual competition open to all photographic, film/video, and lens based installation work. Artists must submit a project proposal for the fellowship, outlining its conceptual intentions. The proposal must not exceed 500 words in length. Selection will be based on the cohesive body of work submitted by each artist rather than on individual images. Selected artists will have their work featured in the exhibition, March 26 - April 23, 2010. One fellowship recipient will be awarded $500. Juror: Natasha Egan, Associate Director of the Museum of Contemporary Photography, Chicago, IL. $40 entry fee. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Center Gallery, P.O. Box 1655, Wichita, KS 67201. Deadline: February 15, 2010. Questions? Contact Linda Robinson at info@centergalleryonline.com or call 316-269-1250.
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| Photography Contest Call for Artists (Posted: 1/20/10) --
Dennis Dean Galleries in Wilton Manors, Florida seeks entries for an exhibition to be held March 19, 2010 to April 20, 2010. $500 cash, Gallery Show and representation. Open to all photographers/artists 18 years and over. To make the competition more interesting, there are 10 categories. Be creative and have fun with the categories. Photographers can enter all the categories. Visit website for complete details and entry form. $25 first image, $10 each additional image, no limit. Deadline: February 15, 2010. Questions? Send email to ddgartistcall@me.com
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Southworks: Juried Art Exhibition (Posted: 12/2/09) --
The Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation in Watkinsville, Georgia announces a call to artists for "Southworks 2010", April 2 - May 8, 2010. $10,000 in merit and purchase awards. Juror: Catherine Fox. Open to all U.S. residents/artists 18 years or older. Work must be original and completed within the past three years. Work previously exhibited at Southworks or any OCAF exhibit within the last three years is not eligible. Entries will be juried from computer images. Merit Awards will be awarded from the original artwork. 2-Dimensional works, excluding mat & frame, should not exceed 96" in any direction. Sculpture may have one side exceeding 96" inches in length, but weight should not exceed 150 lbs. $35 for 3 pieces; $25 for OCAF members. Deadline: February 16, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format). Questions? Email info@ocaf.com or call 706-769-4565.
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Red, A Main Gallery Photography Show (Posted: 1/19/10) --
The Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, Colorado invites all photographers to participate in an upcoming exhibit, April 23 – May 22, 2010. Awards: $700. Juror: Amber Terranova – Photo Editor for Photo District News. The exhibition is open to photographers worldwide, both amateur and professional. $35 for the first 3 images, $10 for each image after that. Deadline: Feb 16, 2010. All submissions done online: Download Prospectus (PDF format). Questions? Email cfe@c4fap.org or 970-224-1010.
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Beverly Hills Affaire In The Gardens Art Show (Posted: 12/31/09) --
The City of Beverly Hills is seeking fine artists for the Spring 2010 Affaire In The Gardens Art Show, held May 15 & 16, 2010 at Beverly Gardens Park along Santa Monica Boulevard in Beverly Hills, California. $7,750 in awards. The show has taken place for thirty-six years along four blocks in the heart of Beverly Hills. 40,000 visitors attend throughout the weekend, including many Southern California art dealers. Application is $30, Acceptance is $330. There is no commission. Call Karen at 310.285.6836 for more information. Deadline: February 18, 2010. Download the application or send a SASE to: Greystone Park, 501 Doheny Road, Beverly Hills, CA 90210.
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| "Cranford Plein-Air Event and Sale" call for entries (Posted: 11/18/09) --
Jersey Central Art Studios announces a call to artists for the "Cranford Plein-Air Event and Sale", June 9-13, 2010 in Cranford, New Jersey. Juror: Allison Malafronte, Senior Editor American Artist, Workshop, Drawing and Watercolor magazines. Open to all artists. Applicants must be over 18 to enter. All award winners will be published in American Artist Magazine. Cash and purchase awards. $35.00 entry fee. Deadline: February 22, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: JCAS, D.Leber, 221 Orchard Street, Cranford, NJ 07016. Questions? Please contact Deb Leber at dleber@comcast.net or call 908-272-3743.
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"The Painting Exhibition" (Posted: 1/5/10) --
Still Point Art Gallery announces a call to artists for an online exhibition, March 10 - May 4. Three cash awards will be given. First Place: Best in Show ($300), Second Place: Director’s Award ($200), Third Place: Gallery Award ($100). Juror: Christine Brooks Cote, Director, Still Point Art Gallery. Open to artists 18 years of age or older from around the world. Artists must submit pieces that have been painted, but there are many choices for the substance - oils, acrylics, watercolors, etc. – and many choices for the surface – canvas, linen, wood, etc. Submissions must be the creation of the artist. Reproductions of original artwork are not accepted. View prospectus. Non-refundable fee of $25 for 3 images. Additional images $5. Deadline: February 22, 2010. Questions? Contact Christine Cote at info@stillpointartgallery.com or 207 837-5760.
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| "22nd Tri State Juried Watermedia Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 1/22/10) --
The Tallahassee Watercolor Society announces a call to artists for its 22nd Tri State Juried Watermedia Exhibition, April 30 - May 29, 2010 at the Lemoyne Center for the Visual Arts in Tallahassee, Florida. $5,000 in total awards; $1100 Best of Show. Juror: Russell Yerkes. Open to artists residing in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. Deadline: February 26, 2010. $20 + $30 membership fee if not already a member. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Please contact René C. Lynch at rlynch9878@earthlink.net or call 850-893-9458.
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Zeros+Ones: The Digital Era, A Digital Arts/New Media Exhibition (Posted: 2/1/10) --
This gala digital arts/New Media exhibition will be held at the gallery in New York, March 6 - 21, 2010. National, international artists may submit work for exhibition. Full info/submission visit website. This is a non-juried show. All artists who submit via our website will be included in the show. Full show catalogue. All digital work welcome including video, digital film, recorded sound, Photoshop plus-plus, vector drawing, virtual, apps, Iphone, games, interactive, digital painting, algorithmic, integrated synthesis, digital manipulation, ASCII, web comics, internet and more. During opening climate/gallery will launch BNM, Bitstream New Media, an online place to house video and sound and interactive media with monthly show opps and curated events at the gallery. $35 entry fee. Deadline: February 26, 2010
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"The Good, The Bad, The Money" call for entries (Posted: 12/31/09) --
Gallery 42 Fine Art in Mason, Ohio announces a call to artists for an exhibition to be held March 13 - May 5, 2010. Best of Show: $700, 2nd Place: $200, Artist Choice Award. Juror: Matthew Litteken. The exhibition is open to artists 18 years or older living in the United States. All work must be original in concept and design. All mediums welcome. $25 for first entry, $13 for each additional, up to 4 total entries. Deadline: February 27, 2010. Visit website to download an entry form. Questions? Please contact Ben Neal or Francis Michaels at gallery42fineart@gmail.com or 513-234-7874.
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The Jacob Riis Award 2010 (Posted: 10/28/09) --
The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards seeks photographers working in all mediums, styles and schools of thought. The Award is open to all professional and amateur photographers working with digital or traditional photography or combinations of both. There is no theme; the images will be evaluated as a cohesive body of work, rather than individual images. Each portfolio should be composed of a minimum of 8 images and a maximum of 12. Awarded Portfolio will be published in Eyemazing magazine + $3,000 cash prize - Book publishing - Exhibition in Europe. Jurors: Susan Zadeh (Netherland), Per Valentin (Denmark), Paul Cava (US), Alexander Scholtz (Germany). Deadline: February 28, 2010 $80 first portfolio; $30 each additional. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Victoria Hardy Werbin at press@thegalaawards.com
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"Ambience Art Contest 2010" (Posted: 11/29/09) --
Ambience Productions is dedicated to promoting creative talent on a global scale. Through our website and online contests we showcase some of this talent and introduce the world to new and emerging artists. The Ambience Art Contest 2010 is open to all mediums of art: painting (oils, acrylics, watercolours), graphic art, sculpting, drawing, sketching and the like. Entrants from all countries are welcome. Winners will receive great prize money, as well as a downloadable certificate! Winning entries and artist's profiles will be published on our site. Single Entry $25, Triple Entry $40. Download prospectus in .doc format. Deadline: February 28, 2010. Questions? Contact Darren at artcontest@ambienceproductions.com.au.
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The Julia Margaret Cameron Award for women photographers (Posted: 12/1/09) --
The Worldwide Photography Gala Awards seeks professional and non professional women photographers worldwide for an open juried photography competition and exhibit in Berlin, Germany during the month of September, 2010. Winners images featured in ZOOM + $3000 cash prize. Jurors: Mary Ellen Mark, Alessandra Sanguinetti, Olivia Arthur, Carol McCusker, Kim Weston, Vanessa Winship. $35 per 3 images + $10 each additional image. Deadline: February 28, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Victoria Hardy-Werbin at press@thegalaawards.com
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"CraftTexas 2010" call for entries (Posted: 9/23/09) --
CraftTexas 2010 is open to all artists currently residing in Texas. Works in craft media: clay, fiber, glass, metal and wood and in found/recycled materials will be accepted. Each artist may submit up to three (3) original works completed within the last two (2) years. Work must be available for a one-year traveling schedule and may not be withdrawn from the exhibition at any time prior to the final closing date. Crated work must fit through a 4' x 8' door and actual work may not exceed 200 pounds in weight. Work cannot have been exhibited at HCCC in the past. $35 entry fee. The show will be held at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft in Houston, Texas, September 25, 2010 - January 9, 2011. Three (3) Award of Merit prizes of $1000 each will be awarded. Jurors: Gail M. Brown, Cindy Hickok, Paula Owen. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Artists must apply online. Questions? Send email to crafttexas@crafthouston.org or call 713-529-4848 x104.
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"The Sculptors Invitational" call for entries (Posted: 10/6/09) --
Sculptors Dominion International, Inc. announces a call to all sculptors for an annual exhibit, April 3-25, 2010 at the Villa del Carmen Sculpture Conservatory in San Antonio, Texas. Sale opportunities. Juror: Gilbert E Barrera - Sculptor. Submit your website and registration for jury. Big outdoor sculpture only, limit 1 Install by appointment. Requires work stay March and April only. Year-around gallery available for 3 years. Presence not required to exhibit or sell. Transportation, insurance sculptors responsibility. You will exhibit with some 70 other professional sculptors. The venue is 6 landscaped acres, oak trees, grass all secured and gated in a residential setting and inside the city limits. Presentation of outdoor sculptures are aesthetic, spacious and with integrity. Classical figurative to abstract. Bronze to marble. No entry fee. Visit website for more info. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Questions? Please contact Gilbert E Barrera at gilbertebarrera@gmail.com or call 210 413-0498.
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| "Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival" (Posted: 10/7/09) --
The Annapolis Arts and Crafts Festival announces a call to artists in all media for a festival premiering June 12-13, 2010 at the Navy Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland. This event will feature over 200 artists, wine tastings and live entertainment, only minutes from the many attractions of colonial downtown Annapolis. Parking on site, 10 ft. X 10 ft. booths. $25 application fee. $275 booth fee. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website to apply. Questions? Contact James Barthold at info@annapolisatsandcraftsfestival.com or call 410-263-4012.
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| "NJEAA Art of the Horse" call for entries (Posted: 10/18/09) --
Open call to all artists 18 years and over for an exhibit to be held May 20-June 19, 2010 at the Somerset Art Association in Bedminster, New Jersey. Awards for First, Second, Third and Honorable Mention. $25 for up to 3 submissions. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Questions? Contact Sheila Barnes at xochitlb@comcast.net or call 908-284-9751.
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| "Emerald Spring Exhibition 2010" call for entries (Posted: 10/28/09) --
The Emerald Art Center in Springfield, Oregon announces a call to artists for an exhibition to be held April 27 - May 28, 2010. Over $6,000 in prizes. Juror: Ned Mueller. Paintings only, no photos, no collages. Only original, unsupervised work that has been completed in the last three years. $30 entry fee for 1 or 2 images, $10 for each additional. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Attn: Emerald Spring Exhibition 2010, Emerald Art Center, 500 Main St, Springfield, OR 97477. Questions? Contact Gladys Bacon-Rust at director@emeraldartcenter.net or 541-935-9504.
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"Art on the Streets" call for entries (Posted: 12/9/09) --
The Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs announces a call to artists for "Art on the Streets", an outdoor art show and year-long exhibition (June 2010 - May 2011) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. $25,000 to the top three places, plus $400 honoraria to each selected artist. Juror: Jan Schall, Ph.D., Sanders Sosland Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City, MO. All types of public art suitable for outdoor display are highly encouraged, with a wide range of artistic expression, varied talent and cultural context as primary objectives. The only common denominator among selected works is the durability, safety and quality of the art. $25 entry fee. For more information, visit http://artonthestreets.com or send a SASE to: Community Ventures, Inc., 111 S. Tejon St., Ste. 309, Colorado Springs, CO 80903. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Questions? Contact Denise Schall at deniseschall@downtowncs.com or 719-886-0088.
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The Human Landscape (Posted: 12/17/09) --
A thematic exhibition of figurative art based on interpretations of the theme, "The Human Landscape." The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery in Hudson, New York from May 1-29, 2010. This show is open for entry to all artists working in any media. All interpretations of the theme from the realist to the abstract and conceptual will be reviewed and considered. $2600 in magazine publication awards. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website for on-line entry form, or e-mail slowart@aol.com. Juried by the Limner Gallery Director.
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International Call to Artists: Spring Expo 2010 (Posted: 12/17/09) --
Infinity Art Gallery seeks entries for an online exhibit, opening April 1, 2010. Awards: $4,550 total value. 2D, 3D, and Photo/Digital art. An unlimited variety of medium and disciplines are accepted and an unlimited variety of subjects and styles are eligible for each category including - but not limited to - traditional, contemporary, and conceptual art. Finalists will be selected for artistic excellence. $25 USD; 1 or 2 works of art per submission. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website for prospectus.
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| "77th Annual Sculpture Exhibition" (Posted: 1/13/10) --
The National Sculpture Society announces a call to artists for the "77th Annual Sculpture Exhibition", August 7 - October 31, 2010 at the Brookgreen Gardens, Pawleys Island, South Carolina. Over $12,000 in cash and casting credit awards. Open to figurative and realist sculptors 18 years of age or older. All entries are subject to jury. Works previously exhibited in an NSS Annual are ineligible. All work will be juried anonymously from high quality images. $30 entry fee. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: 77th Annual Exhibition, National Sculpture Society, 75 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013. Questions? Please contact Patricia Delahanty at patty@nationalsculpture.org or call 212-764-5645 ext. 13.
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12th Annual International Juried Portrait Competition/Show (Posted: 1/26/10) --
The Portrait Society of America is hosting its 12th Annual International Competition & Exhibition showcasing today's finest portraiture and figurative works. The top 15 finalists bring their original work to the annual conference, April 22-25, 2010, just outside Washington, DC for final judging. With over $55,000 in cash and prizes, the Grand Prize winner will receive over $5000. $40 Entry fee for 3 submissions. All mediums accepted, except photography and digitally altered media. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: P.O. Box 11272, Tallahassee, FL 32302. Questions? Contact Amanda Oliver at info@portraitsociety.org or call 1-877-772-4321.
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| "WAA Annual Juried Exhibition" (Posted: 1/29/10) --
The Washington Art Association in Washington Depot, CT announces a call to artists for an annual juried exhibition, May 8-June 12, 2010. Three artists to be awarded a show at the WAA galleries in 2011. Juror: Richard Klein, Exhibition Director Aldrich Museum. Open to all residents, 18 years and older, of the six New England states, New York, and New Jersey. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Non refundable: $30 for up to 3 entries, $5 each additional entry up to 6 entries total. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: P.O. Box 173, Washington Depot, CT 06794. Questions? Contact Ginger Nelsen or Tricia Anderson at washingtonart@snet.net or 860-868-2878.
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Projekt30's April 2010 Exhibition (Posted: 1/29/09) --
Projekt30 is an artist-run arts organization dedicated to promoting emerging artists. In addition to providing professional websites and web hosting for hundreds of fine artists, we have conducted over 90 online juried exhibitions, featured the artwork of thousands of artists, and facilitated the sale of thousands of artworks. Each year, Projekt30 receives roughly one tenth the number of visitors as the Museum of Modern Art in New York City. We are currently seeking submissions for our April 2010 Exhibition which will include 30 artists. All Projekt30 exhibitions are publicly juried, meaning artwork submitted will be presented online prior to the exhibition so visitors may help select which artists will graduate to the final 30. Unlike other juried exhibitions, all participants receive exposure. Deadline: March 1, 2010. $40 for 10 images. Free for Projekt30 members. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Justin Blische at admin@projekt30.com
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3rd Ward Open Call For Art (Posted: 2/5/10) --
3rd Ward's 2010 Winter Solo Show is a juried international art competition in Brooklyn, NY for dynamic, inventive and provocative work of all mediums: sculpture, photography, painting, printmaking, illustration, installation, graphic design, video and more! The selected artist will receive: $5,000 cash grant, Solo Show, 3-month residency at 3rd Ward, Airfare, 2-page spread in 3rd Ward's Quarterly Magazine, and exposure! The top 25 artists will be featured in 3rd Ward’s Quarterly Magazine and website. Judging panel: Carol Lee, Arts Editor at Paper Magazine, Dan Deacon, Sound Artist & Electro-acoustic Wizard, Rostarr, NYC Artist and Paolo Salvagione, Lead Design Engineer, The Long Now Foundation. 1-3 images for $15/image; 5 images for $60; 10 images for $85. Deadline: March 1, 2010. Visit website to submit your best work. Questions? Send email to opencall@3rdward.com
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| "25th Texas & Neighbors Regional Art Exhibition" (Posted: 1/23/10) --
The Irving Art Association & Irving Arts Center (Irving, Texas) announce a call to artists for the 25th Texas & Neighbors Regional Art Exhibition, March 22 - June 26, 2010. Over $8,000 in awards; Best of Show $1,500. Juror: Judy Melvin. Open to all artists 18 years and over living in Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas & Louisiana. $35 for up to 3 works. Deadline: March 2, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Irving Art Assoc. P.O. Box 153581 Irving, Tx 75015-3581. Questions? Please contact Angie Vangalis at info@texasandneighbors.com or call 972-721-8063.
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"Visual Arts Alliance 27th Juried Open Exhibition" (Posted: 1/25/10) --
The Visual Arts Alliance announces a call to artists for its 27th Juried Open Exhibition, April 29 through May 28, 2010 at the Williams Tower Gallery in Houston, Texas. $2,500 cash and merchandise awards. Juror: Keith Carter. Open to all U.S. artists 18+. Original works in all media except audio, video or performance pieces, completed in the last 3 years without supervision and not previously shown in any VAA juried competition. $35 for 1 to 3 works. Deadline: March 3, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: VAA, 2807 Triway Ln, Houston, TX 77043. Questions? Contact A. McBride at annmcbride1@sbcglobal.net or call 713-939-1444.
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Sustain - a juried exhibition examining sustainability in the arts (Posted: 1/19/10) --
The University of Illinois Springfield Visual Arts Gallery seeks artists for an exhibition to be held March 31 - April 22, 2010. The grand prize will be a solo exhibition during the 2010-11 academic year. Additional awards, if any, will be announced. The grand award judge will be the environmental activist and author Terry Tempest Williams, www.coyoteclan.com. The work should examine issues of sustainability and include one or more of the following themes: resource conservation, social justice, and/or economic equity. Work in any medium will be accepted with preference given to work that incorporates sustainable materials. Installation work must include estimated dimensions. $35 or free for current Friends of the UIS Gallery. Deadline: March 5, 2010 (postmark). Download prospectus (PDF format), or send a SASE to: UIS Visual Arts Gallery, ATTN: Sustain show, The University of Illinois Springfield, 1 University Plaza VPA62, Springfield, IL 62703. Questions? Please contact Liz Murphy Thomas at thomas.liz@uis.edu
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"Tempo: Works about Time" (Posted: 1/22/10) --
The Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing Center in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking artwork for a juried art exhibition, April 16 - May 14, 2010. "Tempo: Works about Time" is open to all artists. Students and professionals are encouraged to submit. Each exhibiting artist will receive one copy of the full-color exhibit catalog. Juried by committee of professional and academic advisors. $10 per work submitted. Deadline: March 5, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Jason Franz at jason@manifestgallery.org or 513-861-3638.
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"Rites of Passage 2010" - A call for student work (Posted: 1/22/10)
The Manifest Creative Research Gallery and Drawing Center in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking artwork for a juried art exhibition, April 16 - May 14, 2010. Entrants must have graduated or plan to graduate in 2009, 2010, or 2011 from an undergraduate program of art or design. $300 Best of Show. Each exhibitor will receive one copy of the full-color catalog. Juried by committee of professional and academic advisors. Entry fee: $30 (unlimited number of works). Deadline: March 5, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Jason Franz at jason@manifestgallery.org or 513-861-3638.
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"24x24" call for entries (Posted: 2/6/10) --
Art Affair Gallery in Sanford, FL seeks artists for an art exhibition, March 11 - April 3, 2010. Cash prize based upon entry fees for Best of Show. Juror: Collectors, Artists and Guests at Opening Reception. All works must be 24"x24" in size. Painting, Drawing, Assemblage or Other Media invited. You must be able to ship or deliver the art to the Gallery by March 5th. $20/2 works, $5 each additional work. 4 works maximum. Deadline: March 5, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Ronda Richley at ronda@artaffairgallery.com or 407-466-6365.
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12 12 Gallery Women's International Juried Photography Exhibition 2010 (Posted: 2/7/10) --
12 12 Gallery in Richmond, Virginia seeks entries for a photography exhibition, April 2 - June 20, 2010. Up to $1000 (US) Cash Prizes. Juror: Margaret Salisbury, Fellow, The Royal Photographic Society, Bath England. Women photographers age 18+, working in any photographic process, may submit up to 3 images for $25. Additional images are $5 each for a total of 5 works. Work previously exhibited at 12 12 Gallery is not eligible. Only 2-D work is eligible and must be limited to a maximum framed size of 24” wide. Deadline: Postmark March 5, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: 12 12 Gallery, 12 E. 12th Street, Richmond, VA 23224. Questions? Contact Martin McFadden at wijpe2010@gmail.com or 804.233.9957. (Image shown is "The Performer" by Henrietta Near)
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"Palette Knife Exhibit" call for entries (Posted: 1/10/10) --
The Art School in Sandy Springs announces a call to artists for an exhibit April 2-30, 2010 at The Gallery at Paper Mill Village, 255 Village Pkwy, Ste 320, Marietta, Georgia 30067. Merit Awards will be given. Juror: Angela Nesbit (Charlotte, NC). This exhibition is open to artists who use the palette knife in the creation of their art work. $25 for up to three (3) entries. Deadline: March 8, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format). Questions? Contact Donna Thomas at dthomas555@aol.com or 678-755-1079.
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"Thumbprint" (Posted: 11/20/09) --
The Red Caboose Gallery in Vienna, Virginia announces a call to artists for an exhibition, April 2 - May 2, 2010. 1st Place solo show, 2nd, 3rd & 4th place group show. Jurors: Cathy Wilkin & Donald P. Depuydt. Artworks should address the issue of environmental consciousness. Artists must be 18 years of age or older and reside in the continental United States. Any medium or style, including but not limited to painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture and digital media may be submitted. Work must be current since 2008. $25 nonrefundable fee for 1-2 entries, $35 for 3-4 entries, and $5 for each additional entry. Deadline: March 10, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: PO box 2182, Vienna, VA 22183. Questions? Contact Giovanna Bargh at giovanna@joanmariegiampa.com or call 703-349-7178.
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"Artful Photography Juried National Exhibition 2010" (Posted: 1/12/10) --
The Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) invites all artists residing in the United States to enter its first annual Artful Photography exhibition, an open-juried competition. $1,000.00 in awards. Juror: Catriona Fraser. We hope to encourage excellence among photographic artists and to provide a rich new forum for the exhibition and sale of their work. The works selected will be on exhibit in the MFA’s Circle Gallery, 18 State Circle, Annapolis, MD from May 19 through June 13, 2010. Images created via any form of photography will be accepted for consideration (i.e. shot on film, shot digitally, unaltered shots, alternative process, mixed media, digital manipulations, montages, photograms, etc.), so long as part of the image is photographically based. $25.00/2 images + $5.00 next 4 images - 6 maximum. Deadline: March 12, 2010. Download Prospectus (PDF format). Questions? Contact John Coder at exhibitions@mdfedart.org or call 410-268-4566.
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"Capitol Hill People's Fair" call for entries (Posted: 1/13/10) --
Capitol Hill United Neighborhoods, Inc. announces a call to artists for the "Capitol Hill People's Fair", June 5 and 6, 2010 at Civic Center Park in Denver, Colorado. Handmade arts and crafts. Application & Booth fees: $335. No commission. Deadline: March 12, 2010. Visit website for an application. Questions? Contact Andrea Furness at andreafurness@chundenver.org or call 303-830-1651.
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ArtFest 2010 (Posted: 1/26/10) --
The Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture in Spokane, Washington seeks artists for ArtFest 2010, June 4-6, 2010 at the Coeur d' Alene Park, Browne's Addition. Monetary Media-specific and gift certificate awards. Jurors: Kathryn and Ron Glowen. All original artwork from concept to completion. No commercial or student work. Reproductions may not constitute more than 10% of the total work shown and the originals must be exhibited. $15 Jury Fee; $350 Entry Fee; $50/$60 Booth Fee. Deadline: March 12, 2010. Visit website for more information, or send a SASE to: The MAC, 2316 West First Ave, Spokane, WA 99201. Questions? Send email to artfest@northwestmuseum.org or call 509-456-3931.
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25th Chelsea International Fine Art Competition (Posted: 1/7/10) --
Agora Gallery (New York City, NY) announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 17 - September 10, 2010. Awards valued at $38,000. Juror: Megan Fontanella, Assistant Curator at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. All visual artists worldwide 18 years of age and older are invited to participate. All media is accepted with the exception of video art, film, performance art, jewelry and crafts. $35 for up to 5 images; $5 for each additional image. Deadline: March 14, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Sabrina Gilbertson at competition@agora-gallery.com or call 212-226-4151.
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Alpan International 2010 (Posted: 11/11/09) --
The Alpan Gallery in Huntington, New York announces a call to artists for "Alpan International 2010", June 2-26, 2010. US $1,000 cash award to the "Best of Show", group show at the gallery in June, no commission on sales and inclusion in the online registry. Juror: Hitomi Iwasaki, Director of Exhibitions/Curator, Queens Museum of Art in New York City. Open to artists over 18 years of age working in two and three dimensions in any media including photography, installation and video. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: 2 West Carver St., Huntington, NY 11743. $35 for 3 images and $5 for each additional image. Deadline: March 15, 2010. Questions? Contact John Horner at info@alpangallery.org or call 631-423-4433.
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World's First Projection Art Festival Announces 2010 Call for Entries (Posted: 1/22/10) --
Alys Beach, Florida's premiere beach resort town, announced that it will host the third annual "Digital Graffiti" festival on Saturday, June 12, 2010. Digital Graffiti is the world's first outdoor projection art festival, with artists using the latest technologies to project original video art onto the resort town's iconic white walls and rooftops. Over $10,000 in Cash Prizes. All entries should be submitted via email to events@alysbeach.com. Files and hyperlinks to works should be easily viewable in a standard web browser, and launch with common plug-ins such as Flash or QuickTime. Entries may include short digital videos, Adobe Flash animations, PhotoShop creations, YouTube clips or entirely new interactive concepts. The event is designed to showcase thrilling “eye-candy” and unique new interactive concepts and is not a traditional “film festival.” Every effort will be made to feature audio tracks that are included with submissions, however, inclusion of audio is not possible in all cases. Visit website for additional info. Deadline: March 15, 2010. No fee to enter. Questions? Contact Mike Ragsdale at mike@alysbeach.com or 850-419-5068.
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Open Call: Motion Portraiture and Self-Portraiture (Posted: 1/27/10) --
The Cornell Council for the Arts, Prudence Risley Residential College for the Creative and Performing Arts at Cornell University, and Cornell Cinema invite submissions of motion portraits and self-portraits. Curated by Darren Douglas Floyd, Artist-In-Residence, Film and Video. Through this open call, we seek to uncover the full depth and range of contemporary portraiture and self-portraiture in time-based arts. Broad interpretations of "portrait" and "self-portrait" are welcome. Accepting all artworks which can be screened in video (including film, video, motion graphics, animation, programming, game interfaces, flip books, etc.) Due to scheduling limitations, works under 5 minutes preferred. Exhibition will be at Cornell Cinema, Ithaca, NY in April 2010. Send submissions as .mov data files on DVD, with current CV/resume and artist statement. Postmark by March 15; Received by March 31. No entry fee. Visit website for details. Questions? Contact Darren Douglas Floyd at df278@cornell.edu
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Psychescapes Juried Exhibition in Print (Posted: 1/29/10) --
Deadline: March 15, 2010 Open to fine artists working in any media. We are looking for art that reflects the human psyche. Art that explores the inner world of the arist's mind. $20/ 1 - 4 jpgs, $5 each additional. Selected art will be included in a book that will be available for purchase online. Visit website for prospectus, or send email to Lizafif@gmail.com with the subject heading Psychescapes, or send SASE to: Liz Afif, Psychescapes, 312 Greene Ave #2, Brooklyn, NY 11238.
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| "WomanMade" call for entries (Posted: 12/29/09) --
The Torpedo Factory Art Center announces a call to artists for an exhibition May 1-30, 2010 at the Target Gallery in Alexandria, Virginia. In participation with the Virginia Commission for the Arts, "Minds Wide Open" statewide celebration of women in the arts, the gallery is presenting an all-media international juried exhibition exclusively for female artists. Juror: Lillian Fitzgerald. $35 entry fee. Deadline: March 16, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Target Gallery/TFAC, 105 North Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. Questions? Please contact Mary Cook at targetgallery@torpedofactory.org or call 703.838.4565x4.
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Animalia, A Main Gallery Photography Show (Posted: 1/19/10) --
The Center for Fine Art Photography in Fort Collins, Colorado announces a call to photographers world wide, both amateur and professional, for an exhibit to be held May 28 – June 26, 2010. Awards: $700. The Center for Fine Art Photography invites photographers working in all mediums, styles and schools of thought to participate in its exhibitions. Experimental and mixed techniques are welcome. $35 for the first 3 images, $10 for each image after that. $20 for Members. Submit online at website. Deadline: March 16, 2010. Questions? Send email to cfe@c4fap.org or call 970-224-1010.
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| "7th Annual Juried Multimedia Art Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 11/16/09) --
The Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community announces a call to artists for its 7th Annual Juried Multimedia Art Exhibition, May 28 - June 30, 2010 at the Park Gables Gallery in Harrisonburg, Virginia. $4,000 in awards. Jurors: Diane Banks, MFA; Pat Cook; Paul Ryan, MFA. Open to all artists residing in the U.S. Entries must be original work recently executed (2008 - 2010) and not previously shown in the Park Gables Gallery. Submitted work must be available May 25 - June 30, 2010. $30 for one to three entries. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: VMRC Art Exhibition, 1491 Virginia Ave, Harrisonburg, VA 22802. Deadline: March 25, 2010. Questions? Please contact Anne Finlayson at artexhibit@vmrc.org or call 540-564-3400.
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2010 Outstanding Student Achievement in Contemporary Sculpture Awards (Posted: 1/15/10) --
The International Sculpture Center announces a call for student sculptors. Winners will receive the following: Group Exhibition at Grounds For Sculpture (Hamilton, NJ), Publication in Sculpture magazine, opportunity for a residency in Switzerland. Jurors: Rocio Aranda-Alvarado, Oliver Herring and Creighton Michael. Free for ISC University Members. To nominate students for this competition, the nominees’ university must first be an ISC University level member. University Membership costs $200 for universities in the USA, Canada and Mexico, or $220 for international universities, and includes a number of benefits. Students who are interested should talk to their professors about getting involved. Deadline: March 26, 2010. Visit website for more information. Questions? Contact Lauren Hallden-Abberton at studentsawards@sculpture.org or 609-689-1051 x 305.
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| "Watercolor USA 2010" (Posted: 2/5/10) --
The Springfield Art Museum in Springfield, Missouri announces a call to artists for a national juried watercolor exhibition, June 12 - August 8, 2010. Approximately $40,000 in cash, patron & purchase awards. Juror: Richard Martin Ash, III. Open to any artist, 18 years of age or older, living in the United States of America or its possessions. All paintings must be original works, executed since 1 January 2009, and not previously shown at the Springfield Art Museum. All work accepted for the exhibition must be ready to hang, framed and glazed with Plexiglass or similar plastic. All entries submitted must be for sale and include a 25% commission. Nonrefundable entry fee of $15 for up to two entries. Deadline: March 30, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Watercolor USA 2010 - 1111 E.Brookside Drive, Springfield, MO 65807. Questions? Please contact Jerry Berger at jberger@springfieldmo.gov or call 417-837-5700.
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"Art Spectacular at the Carillon-Juried Fine Art Fair" (Posted: 11/13/09) --
The Rees Carillon Society (non-profit) announces a call to artists for the "Art Spectacular at the Carillon-Juried Fine Art Fair", held September 11-12, 2010 on the lawn of beautiful Washington Park in Springfield, Illinois. $1,000 in awards. All fine art and fine craft accepted for jury. Only original work in design & concept by the participating artist is allowed and must be for sale. Repros on walls must not comprise more than 50% of displayed artwork & must be clearly labeled, signed & numbered. No more than 20% unnumbered in browse bins. Wonderful artist amenities! Visit website for an application. Application Fee $25; Booth Fees $150-$300. Deadline: March 31, 2010. Questions? Please contact Barb Walker at dandbwalker@att.net or 217-787-3532.
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Direct Art Magazine, Volume 17 (Posted: 12/17/09) --
The Annual International Competition for publication in Volume 17 of Direct Art Magazine, Fall/Winter 2010 issue. Direct Art is distributed in the US by COMAG Marketing Group, the distributors of Art News and Art in America, to bookstores throughout the US including Barnes and Nobles and Borders. The twenty two awards include the covers of magazine, feature articles and full page displays. The competition is open to all artists working in any media. Postmarked deadline March 31, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or e-mail slowart@aol.com. Juried by the Direct Art Editorial Staff.
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Sacramento Arts Festival (Posted: 1/18/10) --
The 13th annual Sacramento Arts Festival will be held October 1-3, 2010 at the Sacramento Convention Center in Sacramento, California. Exhibitors are selected on the basis of the originality, artistic conception and quality of skill involved in the production of their work. All work to be sold at the festival must be juried. Artist must be present during show hours. Only craftspersons and artists who completely produce their own work are eligible. Sales representatives or agents, and imports or "buy and sell" items are absolutely not allowed. $560 for 8' x 10' booth, $695 for 10' x 10' booth. Deadline: March 31, 2010. Visit website for details. Questions? Please contact Warren Cook at americanartfestivals@yahoo.com or 805-461-6700.
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| American Royal Art Show and Sale (Posted: 10/14/09) --
The American Royal Association announces a call to artists for a juried, gallery-style exhibit and sale, September 17-26, 2010 at the Wagstaff Theater, Governors Building in Kansas City, Missouri. Best of Show $1500, Second Place $1000, Third Place $500, Category Awards $250. Jurors: John Martin, Donna Aldridge, John Roush. All entries must be original works. All entered work must be for sale. Sculpture, painting, drawing (graphite, colored pencil or pastel), photography. No minimum or maximum size. Substrates may include canvas, linen, wood, clay board panels, paper, watercolor canvas, or any other substrate chosen by the artist. Non-refundable entry fee of $35 for up to 3 pieces and $10/piece for each additional entry. Visit website for more info, or send a SASE to: American Royal Association, 1701 American Royal Court, Kansas City, MO 64102. Deadline: April 1, 2010. Questions? Please contact Jody Holland at jodyh@americanroyal.com or call 816-569-4013.
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| $5,000 Mackinac Art Museum Grand Opening Purchase Award Contest (Posted: 11/18/09) --
Mackinac State Historic Parks (Mackinac Island, Michigan) announces a call to artists. One grand prize winner will be selected by committee members from Mackinac State Historic Parks and the Mackinac Arts Council, and will be awarded a $5,000 prize, generously donated by the Mackinac Arts Council. The subject of the artwork must be Mackinac Island-related two-dimensional(excluding photography) artwork from a living artist who is 18 years or older, and it must have been created within the last two years. Send photo or CD...do not send original artwork. $25 entry fee. Deadline: April 1, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Grand Opening Purchase Award Contest, Mackinac State Historic Parks, Box 873, 207 W. Sinclair Ave., Mackinaw City, MI, 49701. Questions? Contact Jolene Priest at priestj1@michigan.gov or 231-436-4100.
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Spring Fine Art and Crafts at the Westfield Armory (Posted: 12/9/09) --
Rose Squared Productions, Inc announces a call to artists for a juried, gated fine art and craft show, April 17-18, 2010 in Westfield, New Jersey. Juried by 3 images of work and one of booth. $360 for 8 x 10 booth, $410 for 10 x 10 booth. Visit website for more information, or send a SASE to: Rose Squared Productions, Inc., 12 Galaxy Ct., Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Deadline: April 1, 2010. Questions? Contact Howard Rose at howard@rosesquared.com or call 908-874-5247.
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80th Annual Statewide Exhibit; Nature’s Treasures - Contemporary Landscape (Posted: 1/17/10) --
The Santa Cruz Art League announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibit, May 29 to June 27 in Santa Cruz, California. “Best of Show” $1,000 award plus $1,000 additional cash awards! Juror: Richard Mayhew, Pre-eminent American Landscape Artist. Open to California Artists using Oil, Watercolor, Acrylic, Pastel and Mixed Media. Work must be original and executed by the exhibiting artist within the last three years. Non SCAL members: $40 for up to 3 entries/jpegs. SCAL members: $30. For prospectus, visit http://www.scal.org or send a SASE to: SCAL- Statewide, 526 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA 95060. Deadline: April 2, 2010. Questions? Please contact Cindy Liebenthal at cindy@scal.org or call 831-426-5787.
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Lancaster County Art Association National Juried Exhibition 2010 (Posted: 1/18/10) --
The Lancaster County Art Association announces a call to artists for its annual national juried exhibition, held June 13-July 22, 2010 in Strasburg, Pennsylvania. $3,000 in cash prizes. Juror: Katharine T. Carter. All original work in all media by artists 18 years of age and older is eligible for entry. Work previously shown in the LCAA Galleries will not be accepted. Artwork must have been completed in the past three years and must not exceed 45" (including frame). $10 per artwork submitted by LCAA members; $15 per artwork submitted by non-members. Deadline: April 3, 2010. Download Prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Lancaster County Art Association, 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, PA 17579. Questions? Contact Carol Herr at lcaanews@yahoo.com or 717-687-7061.
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| Call for Artists - Outdoor Art and Antiques Market (Posted: 1/29/10) --
The Clover Market is the Main Line's (suburban Philadelphia) newest and only open air art and antiques market which will be held on two Sundays/month in the spring and fall. Artists working in all media (painting, digital, sculpture, mixed and photography) and styles are encouraged to apply. The Market will be open from 11 am - 4 pm and will be located in Schauffele Plaza (Ardmore, PA), a highly visible municipal parking lot in the center of the historic Ardmore business district. The Market will also feature antique and vintage furniture and home collectibles, estate jewelry, architectural salvage, and a limited number of high quality artistan crafts. Seller spaces are $95/week and approved sellers who can participate opening day 4/11 will receive a second week for free. Up to 2 sellers may share a space (applications and photos must be submitted for both applicants). Deadline: April 4, 2010. Visit http://clovermarket.blogspot.com or send a SASE to: Clover Market LLC c/o Janet Long, 115 Llanfair Road, Ardmore PA 19003. Questions? Contact Janet Long at theclovermarket@gmail.com
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"Regional Exhibition 2010" (Posted: 2/3/10) --
The Woodstock School of Art in Woodstock, New York announces a call to artists for a regional exhibition, June 12-August 7, 2010. Cash awards. Juror: Mary Anna Goetz. Open to artists 18 years or older living in CT, MA, NJ, NY, PA and VT. Original 2D work in any traditional medium except video and giclee copies, not to exceed 36" in any dimension, including frame. $25 for 1 or 2 images. Up to 5 additional images may be submitted at $5 each. Deadline: April 9, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Regional Exhibition, Woodstock School of Art, PO Box 338, Woodstock, NY, 12498. Questions? Contact Eric Angeloch at info@woodstockschoolofart.org or call 845-679-2388.
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International Juried Photo Competition - Call For Entries (Posted: 1/24/10) --
The Fort Dearborn-Chicago Photo Forum announces a call for all photographers eighteen years and older. More than $8,000 in Prizes. All winning images will be exhibited in June 2010 at Morpho Gallery in Chicago, IL and shown on the Fort Dearborn-Chicago Photo Forum website. Jurors: Mike Bilbrey, art buyer at Leo Burnett advertising agency; Bill Hurter, editor of AfterCapture and Rangefinder magazines; David Leigh, owner and curator of Morpho Gallery in Chicago. $45 for up to 3 entries, $15 additional; Early Bird: $36 for up to 3 entries, $12 additional. Deadline: April 15, 2010. Visit website for prospectus. Questions? Contact Karen Hirsch at fortdinfo@gmail.com
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| Sculpture Garden Exhibition at Brecknock Hall (Posted: 1/25/10) --
The East End Arts Council announces a call to artists for an outdoor sculpture exhibition at Brecknock Hall at Peconic Landing in Greenport, New York, July 1 - September 11, 2010. Media luncheon, admission to black tie gala, publication in exhibition catalog. Jurors: Richard Mizdal, Peter Reginato, Dr. Charles Riley II, and Marianne Weil. Open to all artists. Entries must be structurally sound & able to withstand extended outdoor display. Artists are encouraged to enter pieces that will be for sale. $35 for up to three entries. Deadline: April 15, 2010 (postmarked). Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Sculpture Show c/o East End Arts Council, 133 East Main Street, Riverhead NY 11901. Questions? Please contact Patricia Snyder at psnyder@eastendarts.org or call (631) 727-0900.
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"ASAA International Aerospace Art Exhibition" (Posted: 11/16/09)
The American Society of Aviation Artists announces a call to artists for the ASAA International Aerospace Art Exhibition, June 6-September 10, 2010 at the San Diego Air & Space Museum in San Diego, California. Open to all artists. $10 per entry for ASAA members; $35 per entry for non-members. Prospectus available online: http://www.asaa-avart.org. Send entry form and check to: Michael O'Neal, 3 Woodland Ave., North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Deadline: April 16, 2010. Questions? Please contact John W. Clark at johnwclark@cox.net or call (623) 556-9630.
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| Viridian Artists 21st Annual International Juried Competition (Posted: 1/4/10) --
Viridian Artists, Inc. announces a call to all US and international artists working in 2D and 3D media for a juried art exhibition, July 6 - 24, 2010 in New York, New York. Cash prizes, Power-Point presentation, Group exhibition. Juror: Elisabeth Sussman, Curator, Whitney Museum of American Art, New York. $40/3 pieces; $5 each additional. Deadline: April 16, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Viridian Artists, Inc., 530 West 25th Street, New York, NY 10001. Questions? Contact Barbara Neski, Director at info@viridianartists.com or call 212-414-4040.
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"5th Annual National Juried Competition & Exhibition" (Posted: 1/20/10)
The Katharine Butler Gallery in Sarasota, FL announces a call to artists for an exhibition to be held June 16-July 10, 2010. Cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place. Merit awards given for 3rd, 4th, and 5th place. Juror: Adam Justice, Curator of Art at the Polk Museum of Art in Lakeland, FL. Open to artists 18 years or older living in the United States. Original 2D and 3D artwork in any traditional medium, including fiber, ceramics, metal, and glass, except video. Work must have been completed within the last three years. Each artist may submit up to three entries, not to exceed 42” in any dimension, including frame. No giclee copies of any kind. $35 entry fee. Deadline: April 17, 2010. Download prospectus (PDF format) or send a SASE to: Katharine Butler Gallery, 1943 Morrill St., Sarasota, FL, 34236. Questions? Please contact Chris Falk at falkc@kbutlergallery.com or call 941-955-4546.
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| Manhattan Arts International "Celebrate the Healing Power of Art 2010" (Posted: 1/20/10) --
Manhattan Arts International announces a call to artists for an online exhibition, May 10, 2010 - August 10, 2010. At least 40 artists will be selected with one image of their work for the online exhibition. Also professional Service Awards. Jurors: Renee Phillips, Director, Manhattan Arts International, and Joanie San Chirico, Artists, curator, founder PFAN. This year's theme is "Positive Art That Uplifts The Spirit". Open to all artists, 18 years or older. Submissions must be made directly by the artist. Painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, photography, digital art, work on paper, glass, one of a kind wearable and functional art, clay, wood, fiber and mixed media. No video/film or installation art. No size restrictions. Art does not have to be for sale. 1-2 entries: $25; 3-4 entries: $40; 5-6 entries: $55. Deadline: April 20, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: Manhattan Arts International, Att: Healing, 200 East 72 Street, 26th floor, New York, NY 10021. Questions? Contact Renee Phillips at healingentries@manhattanarts.com or 212.472.1660.
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| Arts Fest Beverly call to artists (Posted: 1/21/10) --
Beverly Main Streets seeks artists for Arts Fest Beverly, an outdoor fine arts and crafts festival held June 19, 2010 on Cabot Street in downtown Beverly, Massachusetts. All fine artists and crafters are welcome! $100 fee. Deadline: April 30, 2010. Visit website for an application. Questions? Contact Gin Wallace at gwallace@beverlymainstreets.org or 978-922-8558.
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| 2010 Soho Photo National Photography Competition (Posted: 1/19/10) --
Soho Photo is pleased to announce its 15th National Juried Competition in New York, NY, July 6 - August 7, 2010. It is open to all U.S. residents, age 18 and older, excluding current members of Soho Photo Gallery. All photo-based works are eligible, with no limitation as to subject matter or technique. Cash and prizes will be awarded. Juror: Jennifer Blessing, Curator of Photography, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. $40 for up to 5 photographs. Additional images are $5 each. Visit website for prospectus. Deadline: May 1, 2010. Questions? Send email to sohophoto2010@yahoo.com
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| Pastel Artists call for entries (Posted: 1/30/10) --
The MidAmerica Pastel Society announces a call to pastelists for the "MAPS 2010 National Pastel Exhibition", August 26- September 25, 2010 at the Irene B. French Gallery in Merriam, Kansas. Up to $8,000 in awards. Juror: Lorenzo Chavez. Open to all artists working in the soft pastel medium. Work must be predominately (80%) executed in soft pastels. Entries must be original. No paintings over 3 years old. Work must be firmly framed under glass or plexi. Not to exceed 36 x 48". $35.00 for one image, $40.00 for two images, or $45.00 for three images. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: MAPS, P.O. Box 8009, Shawnee Mission, KS 66208-0009. Deadline: May 3, 2010. Questions? Contact Loreta Feeback at artistfeeback@sbcglobal.net or call 913-648-7925.
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| "23rd Annual Northern National Art Competition" (Posted: 1/14/10) --
Nicolet College & the Northern Arts Council announce a call to artists for the 23rd Annual Northern National Art Competition, July 27 - September 10, 2010 at the Nicolet College Art Gallery in Rhinelander, Wisconsin. Over $8,500 cash awards, Three $1,000 Awards of Excellence. Juror: Larry McNeil. Open to all artists 18 or older who are US residents. Each artist may submit one or two slides or jpgs of recent, original 2D (wall-hang-able) work in ANY medium including drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, fiber, mixed media and work that has some sculptural elements. $30 for 2 images. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Art Gallery, PO Box 518, Rhinelander WI 54501. Deadline: May 15 (postmarked). Questions? Contact Katherine Ralph at kralph@nicoletcollege.edu or 715-365-4556.
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"Postcards to the G8" call for entries (Posted: 2/1/10) --
Postcards to the G8 is a visual arts show (June 5-30, 2010 at Chapel Gallery) which will run during the 2010 G8 Summit in the host community of Huntsville, Muskoka, Ontario, Canada. Muskoka Arts and Crafts is calling on artists world wide to inform G8 leaders, through their artwork, of issues of public concern in their home countries. Submissions may be created in any medium, and executed on a 4X6" 'postcard' sized piece of paper. There is no limit to the number of pieces an artist may submit and no entry fee. Deadline: May 15, 2010. Visit website for more information. Questions? Please contact Elene Freer at info@muskokaartsandcrafts.com or 705-645-0066.
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"13th Annual Open International Show" (Posted: 11/9/09) --
The International Society of Acrylic Painters announces a call to artists for its "13th Annual Open International Show", August 7 - September 5, 2010 at the Santa Cruz Art League in Santa Cruz, California. $1500 Best of Show plus $8000-$10,000 cash and materials. Juror: Gerald Brommer. Work created in last three years; participants at least 18 years old; 80% Acrylic on any 2-D surface; selected work must be exhibited and not exchanged with other work; minimum size 11" x 14"; maximum size framed, 40" wide; gallery wrap canvas need not be framed. $30 for members; $35 non-members. Deadline: May 16, 2010. Visit website for details. Questions? Contact Barbara Leites at araleites@sbcglobal.net or call 831 466-0311.
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| "28th Annual Juried Show" (Posted: 1/19/10) --
The Pleiades Gallery in New York, N.Y. announces a call to artists for its 28th Annual Juried Show, July 15-August 7. Juror: M. Stephen Doherty, Editor-in-Chief, American Artist. Open to all artists in the USA. All media. $40 for 3 CD images. $5 each add'l image. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: Pleiades Gallery, 530 W. 25th St., New York, NY 10001. Deadline: May 22, 2010. Questions? Contact Ellen Bradshaw, President at ebradshaw2@nyc.rr.com or call 212-233-0274.
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99th Annual Juried Exhibition — call for artists (Posted: 1/20/10) --
The Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts announces a call to artists for its 99th Annual Juried Exhibition, May 28 - July 17, 2010 at the Mystic Arts Center in Mystic, Connecticut. Monetary awards and Sales. Jurors: Douglas Gillette and Diane Marinero. All fine arts media: Drawing, Painting, Sculpture, Photography, Graphics. $25 for first entry and $15 for second. Complete details in prospectus (PDF format) or send SASE to: Connecticut Academy P.O. Box. 1181, Avon CT, 06001. Deadline: May 24, 2010. Questions? Please contact Jordan F. Smith at jfs1317@yahoo.com
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Free Monthly Online Art and Photography Contests for Cash Prizes (Posted: 11/12/09) --
Compete with other artists and photographers in our free monthly art contests for cash and other great prizes. A Singular Creation provides a free online venue to showcase your art and photography. Your images will be juried by our panel, as well as rated by our visitors. Winners will be selected accordingly. We will start the cash pot at a different amount, depending on the theme. In addition to cash prizes, we will award various prizes donated by our sponsors. Also, all winners will be featured in our e-newsletters sent to 6,000 subscribers and all over our web site. Sign up here: http://www.asingularcreation.com/showdown-enter.htm. Then visit www.asingularcreation.com/showdown.htm to enter. Deadline: Ongoing
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"Washburn University Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 1/14/10) --
Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas announces a call to artists for the "Washburn University Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition", August 2010 to July 2011. Awards: $1,000 honoraria per sculpture. Open to all sculptors 18 years of age and older. $25 entry fee. Visit website for info. Deadline: May 31, 2010. Questions? Contact Rugena Hall at rugena.hall@washburn.edu or call 785-670-1556.
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Call For Entries: 31st International Juried Exhibition (Posted: 1/14/10) --
The Pennsylvania Watercolor Society announces a call to artists for its 31st International Juried Exhibition, October 1 - November 14, 2010 at the Crary Art Gallery in Warren, PA. Over $5000 plus Merchandise Awards. Jurors: Nicholas Simmons and Anne Fallin. Open to all artists 18 or older, working with water media on paper. All work must be original, done within the past three years and not previously shown in any PWS exhibit. No copies, class work or computer work allowed. Collage elements must be less than 10% and comprised of watercolor on paper. No diptychs or triptychs. Maximum size is 40” (outside frame measurement). Slides or Digital Images accepted. Members: 1($15), 2($25). Non-members: 1($20), 2($35). Deadline: May 31, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send a SASE to: John W Walker, 4077 Bowser Rd, New Freedom, PA 17349. Questions? Contact John W Walker at walkerjohnw@gmail.com or 717-235-5310.
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"Photography Competition - Momentum: Images of Dance" call for entries (Posted: 9/24/09)
The Connecticut Valley Regional Ballet Company invites all photographers to submit entries into this international online contest that celebrates the beauty, grace and athleticism of dance. Six prizes with graduated monetary awards and six juried winners. No fee to enter. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: 3 Partridge Lane, Avon, CT, 06001. Deadline: June 1, 2010. Questions? Please contact Dorothy Rosenberg at dorothyrosenberg@att.net
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"Visions In Clay" call for entries (Posted: 2/2/10) --
LH Horton Jr Gallery in Stockton, California announces a call to artists for a juried exhibition, August 26 - September 23, 2010. Awards: $1,000 1st / $600 2nd / $350 3rd. Ceramic works of any thematic and stylistic presentation will be accepted for entry. Clay must be the primary medium, and works may be functional or sculptural. Entry fee: $25/3 until March 1st, $30/3 thereafter. Deadline: June 1, 2010. Apply on-line. Questions? Please contact Jan Marlese, Gallery Director at jmarlese@deltacollege.edu or call (209) 954-5507.
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| "American Plains Artists 26th Annual Juried Exhibition & Sale" (Posted: 2/5/10) --
The American Plains Artists seeks artists for a juried exhibition, September 3 - November 28, 2010 at the Great Plains Art Museum, Lincoln, NE. $10,500+ including $2000 Best of Show. Juror: Allan Duerr, Co-Publisher/CEO of Art of the West magazine. Open to artists working in any traditional 2D or 3D fine art media in a realistic or representational manner reflecting the theme of the American Plains completed within the last three years and not previously shown with APA. No photography or computer generated art. $55 for 1-3 digital entries. Deadline: June 12, 2010. Visit website for prospectus, or send SASE to: Mary R. Buchholz, APA Secretary, Rt. 1, Box 83 A, Eldorado, TX 76936. Questions? Contact Mary R. Buchholz at maryrbuchholz@gmail.com or 325-853-3839.
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"Creative Divergents Summer 2010 International Showcase & Competition" call for entries (Posted: 12/23/09) --
Creative Divergents announces a call to artists for an online exhibition. $500 award (USD). Creative Divergents promotes an appreciation for people willing to push boundaries in creative ways, the desire to bring more attention to works that may not fit neatly into easily defined categories and a belief in the significance of dialogue. Open to anyone, internationally. All media and subjects welcome. $5 per submission (up to 3 images). Multiple submissions accepted. Deadline: June 15, 2010. Visit website to enter. Questions? Send email to info@creativedivergents.com.
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"2D/3D Color & Design Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 2/2/10) --
LH Horton Jr Gallery in Stockton, California announces a call to artists for a juried exhibition, October 7 - November 4, 2010. Awards: $600 1st / $400 2nd / $300 3rd. Artists/designers working in any 2D and 3D media that demonstrates a strong emphasis in formal design concepts, such as the elements of shape, form, line, value, texture, and color, and/or the principles of repetition, rhythm, balance, proportion, and variety. While digital designs may be considered, works using non-digital mediums are desired. Entry fee: $25/3 until March 1st, $30/3 thereafter. Deadline: June 30, 2010. Apply on-line. Questions? Contact Jan Marlese, Gallery Director at jmarlese@deltacollege.edu or call (209) 954-5507.
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"Atlanta Equestrian Exhibit" call for entries (Posted: 2/7/10) --
The Art School in Sandy Springs announces a call to artists for an exhibit August 6 - 28, 2010 at The Gallery at Paper Mill Village in Marietta, Georgia. Merit Awards will be given. Juror: Robert Chrisite. This exhibition is open to 2D and 3D equestrian artists excluding photography. There will be a limit of 50 pounds for 3D works. No more than two (2) works from an artist will be accepted. There is no size restriction for this exhibit. Entry fee: $25 (3 works). Visit website for prospectus. Deadline: July 5, 2010. Questions? Please contact Donna Thomas at dthomas555@aol.com or call 678-755-1079.
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| "The Art of Applied Design" (Posted: 11/20/09) --
The DHM Digital Gallery invites designers (18 years and above) working in fiber, clay, wood, metal or glass and plastic to participate in The Art of Applied Design, an international juried competition. All submitted works must be functional objects commonly used within interior spaces, such as furnishings (hard or soft), utensils, fixtures, or containers. Objects must have been created between 2007 and 2010, and anything that is purely decorative is not eligible. Evaluation will be based upon uniqueness and creativity, craftsmanship, and quality of the submitted digital image. The online exhibit will include e-mail addresses of accepted artists to facilitate independent sales of work. Visit website for prospectus and entry form. $25 first 2 objects; $10 each additional object. Best of Show Recognition Awards in 5 Media Categories. Juror: June Gilliam Worthington. Deadline: July 15, 2010. Questions? Send email to dhm.digital.gallery@okstate.edu
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| "The Sixth KIWA Woodblock Print Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 6/19/09) --
The Kyoto International Woodprint Association, KIWA announces a call to artists for the "The Sixth KIWA Woodblock Print Exhibition", held March, 2011 at the Kyoto Municipal Museum in Kyoto, Japan. 12 individual prizes will be awarded. Only woodblock prints, max size 1M X 1M. Must send Entry Form and Print Labels with prints; fill in and print out from homepage. Read Purpose and Rules on KIWA website. Deadline: July 30, 2010. No entry fee. Questions? Contact Richard Steiner at rks-rks1@nifty.com or call +81 75 721-9246.
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"Art In Landscape Photography Exhibition" call for entries (Posted: 2/2/10) --
LH Horton Jr Gallery in Stockton, California announces a call to artists for a juried exhibition, November 18 - December 16, 2010. Awards: $600 1st / $400 2nd / $300 3rd. Work made in all photographic processes, both traditional and digital, are accepted for entry. May be representational or non-representational, and set in rural, urban, or suburban landscapes. Images should emphasize unique composition, pattern, shape, and color/contrast. Entry fee: $25/3 until March 1st, $30/3 thereafter. Deadline: August 1, 2010. Apply on-line. Questions? Contact Jan Marlese, Gallery Director at jmarlese@deltacollege.edu or call (209) 954-5507.
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"Blossom II ~ Art of Flowers" call for entries (Posted: 6/5/09) --
The Susan Kathleen Black Foundation announces a call to artists for an international juried art competition and exhibition, premiering Spring 2011 in Houston, Texas. $65,000 Total Cash Awards - $25,000 Best of Show. Open to any living artist. Works must be original, completed after Sept 1, 2008, and must not have won any previous prize or award in any other competition. Multiple entries accepted. One entry $50 each; additional entries $25 each. Deadline: September 30, 2010. See prospectus for complete details, or send a SASE to: SKB Foundation, POB 235, Lake George, CO 80827. Questions? Please contact Pam Dean Cable, Exec Dir at skbfoundation@aol.com or call 719-748-7778.
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| Fall Fine Art and Crafts at Westfield Armory (Posted: 10/30/09) --
Rose Squared Productions, Inc announces a call to artists for a juried show of fine art, photography and crafts, November 6-7, 2010 in Westfield, New Jersey. Exhibitors must submit 3 images of work and one of booth. The show has a paid admission. Fee includes pipe and draping and carpeted aisles. Extensive advertising campaign planned. $360 booth fee. Deadline: November 1, 2010. Visit website for more info, or send a SASE to: Rose Squared Productions Inc, 12 Galaxy Court, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Questions? Please contact Howard Rose at howard@rosesquared.com or call 908-874-5247.
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The Matchup Prize (Posted: 2/1/10) --
The Matchup Prize for fine art and crafts is $500 awarded in a juried competition. There is no entry fee and the contest is open to work in all categories listed on the site. "Sign up" via the button at the top of the home page. All submissions must be available for sale by Matchup (a non-exclusive agreement allowing sale of the work elsewhere with no penalty and no cost to you). Submissions sold (through Matchup or elsewhere) prior to end of the contest remain eligible for awards. All items accepted for display are automatically entered in the contest. Finalists for the Matchup Prize may be asked to send 35mm slides for verification. Visit website for info. Deadline: December 15, 2010. Questions? Contact N. Langford at info@matchup.com.
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MIRA - Martignano International Residency for Artists (Posted: 2/4/10) --
MIRA supports international artists and promotes the cultural exchange between artistic disciplines and international experiences. We have created a pristine environment in Martignano (Lecce), Italy exclusively for artists and their work needs. Our institution offers 5 large furnished rooms (3 with private bathrooms) with work desks for the artists. The grounds are divided between 2 buildings, one having a large, shared work studio, and the other permitting work freely throughout the house or outside. We assist the artists as much as possible in order for them to concentrate solely on their creating. An open house once a month and gallery installations at the Palazzo Palmieri Museum every two months further promote the cultural exchange between the artists and the community. 700 - 900 Euro per month. Visit website. Questions? Contact Erik Weick at mira@miraresidency.com
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