4th Biennial Fiber Arts National Juried Exhibition Call for Artists

Bower Center for the Arts, Inc. in Bedford, VA announces a call to artists for a juried fiber arts exhibition, June 24 - August 9, 2025. 1st Place: $1000 and solo exhibit, 2nd: $650, 3rd: $300, 3 Awards of Merit: $100 each. Juror: Sarah Bolduc. Entries must be original works (no reproductions) and created within the past three years (after January 1, 2022). This exhibit includes all forms of fiber art: functional, wearable, and fine art, original in concept and design, not created in a class/workshop or from a kit, nor previously exhibited at Bower Center. Artwork must be prepared to hang, unless it is to be on a pedestal. See prospectus for size limitations. $45 entry fee for up to 3 works of art, additional $10 for 4th entry. Deadline: April 29, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 540-586-4235.

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81st Waterford Fair Call for Artisans

The Waterford Foundation seeks artisans for the 81st Waterford Fair, held October 3-5, 2025 in the National Historic Landmark village of Waterford, VA. This unique show affords the 85 heritage and contemporary artisans accepted a beautiful backdrop to demonstrate, sell their work and cultivate lasting relationships with loyal buyers. Eleven mediums accepted: clay, fiber/textiles, furniture, glass, heritage foodways, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, and wood. Jury selection notification: May 16, 2025. Early bird: $30 before 3/8/25; Regular: $40. Deadline: April 30, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 540-882-3018 x 113.

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55th Annual River Road Show

The Art Guild of Louisiana seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 4 - September 23, 2025 at the Louisiana State Archives in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. $4,000.00+ in cash and merchandise awards. Juror: Calvin Liang. Seeking two dimensional original art, watercolor, oil, acrylic, pastel, charcoal, color pencil. $40 for first 3 entries. Deadline: May 12, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 225-205-0522.

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A Vision of Nature: American Women Artists - AWA National Museum Exhibition

American Women Artists is pleased to announce its ninth museum exhibition as part of the 25 in 25 campaign, an initiative to have 25 museum shows for its members over 25 years. Over $30,000 in awards. Jurors: Shannon Fitzgerald, Robin Knowlton, Claudia Pfeiffer. A Vision of Nature: American Women Artists will be exhibited October 3, 2025 - March 22, 2026 at the National Sporting Library & Museum in Middleburg, the heart of Virginia's beautiful horse and hunt country. The inviting 6-acre campus, world-class research Library, and Fine Art Museum, highlight the rich heritage and tradition of country pursuits while advocating for the conservation of landscape, open space, and waterways integral to these activities. The exhibit will include 2-D and 3-D works following these themes commiserate with the museum's collection and mission: A Love of the Land / Sporting / Animals and Wildlife / Country Pursuits. AWA Members: $60 for up to 2 entries. Each additional entry $10, up to 6 entries. Deadline: May 12, 2025. More info. Contact: email

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ACWF Small Works 2025

The Arts Council Wichita Falls will select 100 pieces for the ACWF Small Works 2025 exhibition to be displayed in our West End Gallery at the Kemp Center for the Arts in Wichita Falls, August 1 - October 4, 2025. First, Second and Third Place awards ($500, $250, $100). Juror: Marianela de la Hoz. Artwork must be no larger than 5" x 7" and must be wall mounted. All media will be considered, including paint, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture (wall-mounted), digital, and photography. $25 entry fee. Deadline: May 16, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 940-767-2787 ext. 117.

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2025 International Photography Competition

The Florida Museum of Photographic Arts in Tampa seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, July 10 - August 8, 2025. $1000 for Best in Competition. Jurors: Jessica Jarl, Suzie Katz, Elena Paraskeva, Niyatee Shinde, Marieke van der Krabben. Categories: People/Portraits, Places/Landscape, Nature/Science/Animals, Documentation/Photojournalism, Still Life, Abstract Photography, and Conceptual Photography. $10 per image. Deadline: May 18, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 813-221-2222.

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Monte Sano Art Festival

Arts Huntsville announces a call to artists for the Monte Sano Art Festival, held September 20-21, 2025 at Monte Sano State Park in Huntsville, AL. Best of Show (1), Merit Award (2). Eligible media: Clay, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Two Dimensional, Wood, and Other (only artwork). Please read full guidelines on Zapplication before applying. No kits, flea market items, candles, bath/beauty products, oils, knives/weapons, or other non-art items. $30 nonrefundable Jury Fee, $225 Booth fee once accepted. Deadline: May 21, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call (256) 715-4997.

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Craft + Design

The Visual Arts Center of Richmond will host its annual juried, museum-quality contemporary craft show, Craft + Design, November 21-23, 2025 at Main Street Station in Richmond, Virginia. Cash awards in twelve categories. Artists are invited to apply in the following categories: basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. $50 Application fee. Deadline: May 30, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 804-353-0094.

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Bosque Art Classic

The BAC Art Council announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, September 13-27, 2025 at the Bosque Arts Center in Clifton, TX. $15,500 in cash awards, including $5,000 John Steven Jones Purchase Award. Juror: Bruce Greene, CA. Representational art only. Mediums: drawing, oil/acrylic, pastel, sculpture, water media. See prospectus for full guidelines. $30/entry online; $35/entry if mailed. Deadline: June 2, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 254.386.6049 or 254.675.3724.

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29th Annual No Dead Artists International Juried Art Exhibition

Ferrara Showman Gallery in New Orleans, LA invites entries for a juried art exhibition, September 17 - October 18, 2025. One artist will be awarded a solo exhibition. The exhibition's name is derived from the old adage that artists never achieve success until they are dead. No Dead Artists turns that notion on its head and often gives emerging artists their first break in the art world. Now in its 29th iteration, the exhibition has been a springboard for numerous artists; leading to national press coverage, recognition, gallery representation, art fair exhibition, and acquisitions by museums and other prominent collections. $40 entry fee. Deadline: June 19, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call (504) 522-5471.

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Asheville Quilt Show 2025

The Asheville Quilt Guild seeks entries for the Asheville Quilt Show, held August 14-16, 2025 at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC. $12,000 in prize money awarded. Seeking quilts of all kinds in 21 different categories. Entry fee: $20 online, $25 manual, free for AQG members. Deadline: June 20, 2025. More info.

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2026 Embracing Our Differences International Art Exhibition

Embracing Our Differences is seeking submissions for an outdoor juried art exhibit featuring 50 billboard-size images emphasizing the importance of inclusion, kindness, and respect in our lives. The exhibit will be on display in mid-April in Sarasota, Florida and St. Petersburg, Florida. Cash prizes totaling $6,000 will be awarded. All art mediums are welcome. Free entry. Deadline: July 1, 2025. More info (PDF). Contact: email

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49th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival

The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce invites artists to apply for the 49th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival, held September 26-28, 2025 at the Jefferson County WV Fairgrounds in Kearneysville, WV. Award for Best in Show. We accept fine artists and crafters working in the following mediums: Art Glass, Basket, Bath & Body products, Candles, Clothing & Accessories, Furniture, Gourds, Graphic/Fine Art, Jewelry, Leather, Photography, Pottery, Quilting, Rugs, Toys, Wood Accessories and many more that fall under other or mixed media! No Buy Sell or commercial products allowed. Artist statements required. Jury Fee $30. Deadline: July 30, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 304-725-2270.

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Mooresville Fine Arts Festival

The Mooresville Fine Arts Festival is a fine arts festival held Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Charles Mack Citizen Center allowing local and regional selected artists to display and sell original fine art. This festival is promoted and organized by Mooresville Arts, located in historic downtown Mooresville, North Carolina. This juried event is open to the public, with space for up to 80 artists/booths. Acceptable artwork: paintings/drawings, photography, pottery/sculpture, glass, woodwork, fiber, mixed media, fine jewelry and other original handcrafted fine art or artisanal quality work. $45 Application Fee. Deadline: August 1, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 704-663-6661.

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Last Fridays Makers Markets in Hillsborough, NC

Applications to participate in Last Fridays Makers Markets in Hillsborough, NC, are now open! Last Fridays Makers Markets occur on the last Friday of each month, May through October 2025, 5:30-8:30 PM, on the Old Orange County Courthouse Lawn during Hillsborough's Last Fridays & the Art Walk. These community art fairs are dedicated to showcasing local artists/makers, offering original, handmade work. This is an excellent market for both emerging and established artists! There will also be a limited number of local organizations, community groups, and/or nonprofits offering good works, activities, and services to the public. And the Hillsborough Arts Council will offer special arts programming & entertainment, family activities/crafts, and community collaborations! Application Fee: $20. Spot Reservation: $35 per market month. Deadline: Rolling application open through September 15, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call (919) 643-2500.

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Palm Beach Fine Craft Show

Artists worldwide are invited to apply for the Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, held February 13-15, 2026 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, FL. Awards: Best in Show, Best New Artist & Artist Choice. Eligible media: Basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. $35 application fee. Deadline: November 3, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 561-822-5440.

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