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Jun1

RepreSENSATIONAL 2025
The Heartland Art Club announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 13 - October 4, 2025 at The Galleries at Heartland Art Club in Kirkwood, Missouri. $9,000+ in awards. Juror: John Lasater. Accepting: Original 2D representational artwork from anywhere in the U.S. $45 for the first artwork, $15 each thereafter, up to a total of 3. Deadline: June 1, 2025. More info. Contact: emailLocal
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Call for Artists
Jun1

Dayton Art Institute Oktoberfest
The Dayton Art Institute in Dayton, OH seeks artists for Oktoberfest, September 26-28, 2025. Awards: Best of Show (1), Invitational Awards (3). Open to all artists 18 years of age or older. All exhibited work must be original in concept and must have been created by the accepted applicant. No work made with commercial kits, molds, patterns, plans, stencils or prefabricated forms. Offset reproductions of original art may be sold, but must not comprise more than 20% of exhibited work or occupy more than 20% of a booth space. Artists must be present to exhibit and manage their displays. $30 application fee. Deadline: June 1, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 937-223-5277.Statewide
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Call for Artists
Jun2

Call For Artists for Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery
Rock Falls Tourism seeks artists for the Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery, August 23, 2025 at the RB&W District Park in Rock Falls, IL. $250 Best of Show Award. Juror: Melinda Jones. Eligible media: All fine arts including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, jewelry, and artisan crafts such as clay, fiber, glass, metal, paper, and wood. All work must be original, handcrafted, created, and exhibited by the approved artists themselves. We encourage live demonstrations. $60 for a 10'x10' space. Deadline: June 2, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 815-622-1106.Regional
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Call for Artists
Jun2

81st Wabash Valley Exhibition
The Swope Art Museum announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 19 - October 31, 2025 at the Yang Family University Art Gallery at Indiana State University in Terre Haute, IN. $8,000 in awards. Juror: Tony Gant. Seeking painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and digital media. $40 for 5 entries. Deadline: June 2, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 812-238-1676.National
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Call for Artists
Jun7

Signs of Rural Life juried art show
Blue Cat Gallery & Studio in Wayne, NE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, July 9 - August 16, 2025. 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and People's Choice. Juror: Aaron C. Packard. Theme: Signs of Rural Life. Open to artists of all career levels from emerging to professional, 18 years of age or older. Any media including painting, works on paper, printmaking, photography, sculpture (excluding installation art). Max Size: no one side larger than 50" (3-D work requiring a pedestal, no more than 18" wide or deep). Works must be display ready (wrapped canvases are permitted, 2-D work must be wired and ready for hanging. No sawtooth hangers). Artwork must be for sale, created in the last five years, and not previously accepted to Signs of Rural Life. $30 for up to 5 entries. Deadline: June 7, 2025. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 402-454-5144.National
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Call for Artists
Jun10

Art Affaire 2025
The Greater Milford Area Historical Society seeks artists for Art Affaire 2025, held September 27th in Downtown Milford, OH. Best in Show, 1st Place, 2nd Place, 2 Honorable Mentions, Best Local Artist, Best New Artist. All mediums of fine art and fine craft are welcome. $30 nonrefundable Juror fee, $100 booth fee once accepted. Deadline: June 10, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 513-515-5227.National
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Call for Artists
Jun10

Evanston Plein Air Festival
Evanston Made announces a call to artists for the Evanston Plein Air Festival at Evanston Made in Evanston, IL. All work must be painted on site during the event timeframe from artist check-in on July 12 through scheduled events July 16-19. $3500 prize package. Best of Show and multiple awards will be presented at the July 20 Finale, Exhibition and Artist Market. Paint Out awards will be presented at each event. All details for scheduled workshops, paint outs are outlined in the prospectus and on our website. Open to Plein Air Painters across the U.S. $45 application fee. Deadline: June 10, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 847-867-3766.Local
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Jun14

Open Call For August 2025 Emerging Artist Solo Exhibition
ARC Gallery in Chicago, IL announces a call to artists for a Solo Exhibition, July 31 - August 29, 2025. This specific call is for emerging artists. A.R.C. defines "emerging" in regard to this call, as an artist who has not yet had a solo exhibition in a major US city, such as our hometown of Chicago. All work submitted should have been completed within the last 5 years. A.R.C. will favor artists who have a strong, cohesive body of work, a clearly communicated vision of their show, and a well-written and thoughtful artist statement. Artists whose work is deemed excellent, but is not selected, may be added to a roster from which A.R.C. can draw for future opportunities and curated exhibitions. $25 entry fee. Deadline: June 14, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 312-877-5760.National
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Call for Artists
Jun16

2025 Miami University Young Sculptors Competition
Hiestand Galleries at Miami University in Oxford, OH announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, September 6 - October 6, 2025. $10,000 Yeck Purchase Award; $2500.00 Second Place Award; $2000.00 Third Place Award. Juror: Sohrab Mohebbi. Year 2025 is for Representational Realism Sculpture. Artworks, not less than 12"; not to exceed 60" in any dimension. May contain multiple/modular components. Artwork should be completed within the past three years and demonstrate the scope and depth of your work. Materials: Permanent. Bronze, stone, ceramics, glass, aluminum, steel, wood, mixed, etc. Time-based works must include projector and/or monitor for exhibition. No works to exceed 200 pounds. $25 entry fee. Deadline: June 16, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 513-529-1883.National
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Call for Artists
Jun16

Small Works: 47th Harper College National Juried Exhibition
Harper College in Palatine, IL seeks entries for a Small Works exhibition, September 2 - October 9, 2025. Purchase awards, accepted artists may be selected for a solo show at Harper College. Juror: Ionit Behar, Curator, DePaul Art Museum (DPAM), Chicago, IL. Small Works is a national juried show of artwork no more than 24" in its largest dimension (including frame). All media are eligible except jewelry, film/video. All entries are judged from digital files. A color catalog will be published in conjunction with the exhibition. $30 nonrefundable fee for 3 entries. Deadline: June 16, 2025 (end of day). More info. Contact: email or call 224-520-0123.Regional
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Call for Artists
Jun20

Monument Circle Art Fair
Artists are invited to apply for the Monument Circle Art Fair, held October 4, 2025 at the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Indianapolis, IN. Categories include clay, culinary arts, digital art, drawing, painting, fiber, glass, printmaking, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, photography, sculpture, wood. $20 application fee, $135 booth fee. Deadline: June 20, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 765-702-0551.National
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Call for Artists
Jun20

7th Biennial Wings and Water Exhibition
River Arts, Inc. invites artists from around the nation to participate in a juried exhibit depicting their definition of wings and/or water, September 22 - November 28, 2025 at the River Arts Center in Prairie du Sac, WI. $500 Best of Show, $150 2nd Place, $75 Honorable Mention (2), $50 People's Choice. Juror: Melianie Tallmage Sainz. Examples of this may include works of birds, insects, fish, animals, rivers, etc or abstract representations thereof. Works must be original. All styles, media, and techniques accepted. 2D and 3D pieces accepted. Size limit: maximum 5ft on longest side. Two-dimensional work must be gallery ready and wired for hanging. No saw-tooths or clip hangers. $35 for first entry. $10 per add'l work, maximum of 4 total. Deadline: June 20, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 608-643-5215.National
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Call for Artists
Jun30

Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art Call for Artists
Artists nationwide are invited to apply for the Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art, held September 27-28, 2025 along the Ohio River in downtown Madison, Indiana. Best in Show, Best Presentation, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Fine Craft, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Fine Art, 2 Honorable Mentions. This juried festival showcases high-quality original art from the following eligible categories: painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, weaving, folk art, jewelry, fiber, wood, baskets, clay, glass, paper, printmaking, mixed media, and leather. Consideration of a media not listed may be given upon request. All work must be handmade and designed by the artist. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 30, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 800-559-2956.Regional
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jun30

Art in the Park 2025
Art in the Park - St. Louis Hills is returning to Francis Park on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Art in the Park continues to grow as a major highlight in St. Louis Hills. The event showcases local artists, musicians and performers, while also raising funds to support ongoing artistic improvements to Francis Park - a beloved green space in the heart of the community. Art in the Park is currently accepting applications from artists who wish to exhibit and sell their work. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase your art to thousands of attendees in a welcoming and supportive environment. Local and regional artists of all mediums are encouraged to apply. $225 booth fee. Deadline: June 30, 2025. More info. Contact: emailRegional
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jul1

76th Annual Grand Detour Arts Festival
Artists are invited to apply for the 76th Annual Grand Detour Arts Festival held Sunday, September 7th, 2025 at the John Deere Historic Site in Grand Detour, IL. $2500 in artist awards. Juror: Danielle Eychaner. All Fine Arts including painting, graphics, sculpture, jewelry, photography, and drawing. Artisan Crafts including clay, fiber, glass, metal, paper, and wood. $60 per booth. Deadline: July 1, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 815-973-1050.National
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Call for Artists
Jul21

Hines' Lines
Northville Art House in Northville, MI seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 5-27, 2025. Non-Monetary Prizes and People's Choice Awards. Hines' Lines seeks artworks inspired by the contributions by American road pioneer Edward N. Hines. Artwork must include at least one of the following criteria: 1. a white or yellow line with a length of 50% of either the width or height of the surface; 2. capture the parks, waterways, and tree-lined landscape along the 17.5-mile-long Edward N. Hines Drive; 3. or capture the architecture, landmarks, and pedestrians along 21.5-mile-long Woodward Avenue. Artists, 18 and over, in the continental U.S may submit a maximum of 3 original works of art created in any style within the last 5 years, and not previously exhibited at the Art House. The maximum size, including frame is 60". No reproductions, film, video, electronic, or AI. At least one submission from each artist accepted. $10 per piece for Members, $15 for NonMembers. Deadline: July 21, 2025. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.National
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jul28

Off-Center: Art That Pushes Boundaries
Northville Art House in Northville, MI seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, October 3 - November 1, 2025. 1st - 4th, Honorable Mentions. Juror: Dean Rogers. Artists, 18 and over, in the continental U.S may submit a maximum of 3 original works of art (No reproductions, film, video, electronic, or AI) created within the last 3 years, and not previously exhibited at the Art House. The maximum size including frame is 60". Artists are encouraged to push the boundaries of art imagery, presenting works that inspire thought, provoke emotion, and induce awe. $30 for Members, $40 for NonMembers. Deadline: July 28, 2025. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.National
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Call for Artists
Sep8
