Risk

Gallery Underground in Arlington, VA seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, May 1-24, 2019. Up to $500 in awards. Juror: Sandy Maudlin. Artists working in all media are invited to submit works depicting or representing risk. These can take the form of either literal depictions of taking risks, or more figurative demonstrations of the artist's personal risk-taking in their subject matter, medium or technique. For this exhibition, artists are encouraged to submit a paragraph explaining how their submitted works represent the theme; these paragraphs will be displayed next to each accepted piece. $35 for up to two works. Deadline: March 22, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 703-314-6351.

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2019 Biennale National Juried Exhibition

Art League of Hilton Head invites you to enter the 2019 Biennale National Juried Exhibition, held May 7 - June 1, 2019 at the Art League Gallery inside the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina. $5,000 in cash prizes. Judge: Alan Flattmann. The exhibition will be free and open to the public. All artwork will be for sale. An opening reception and awards ceremony will take place on Friday, May 10, 2019 from 5pm-7pm. Accepted categories include oil, acrylic, watermedia, mixed media, pastel, photography, drawing, three dimensional. Work must have been completed within the last three years. Artists from any US state are eligible to participate. $35 entry fee. Deadline: March 22, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 843-681-5060.

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Vicksburgfest Arts and Crafts Show

Artists are invited to apply for the annual Vicksburgfest Arts and Crafts Show, held May 11, 2019 in downtown Vicksburg, Mississippi with an attendance of over 10,000 people. The show features handmade arts and crafts items. Applications are reviewed by a panel of jurors. Selection is made based upon quality of work and diversity of the show. $75 (plus $5 application fee). Deadline: March 22, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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Unique by Nature Juried Art Competition and Exhibition

McKinney Main Street announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, held April 6-27, 2019 at the McKinney Performing Arts Center in McKinney, Texas. One large-scale work will be awarded a $6,000 Purchase Prize and will become part of MPAC's permanent and public art collection. Eligible pieces must be 36" or more in one dimension (not including the frame), and artists must submit an online application. An additional $2,500 in prize money will be divided among five works of art chosen by the judges from among those submitted and juried into the non-purchase prize category. $28 fee to submit three works. Deadline: March 22 at 7:00 P.M.. More info. Contact: email or call 972-547-2650.

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Photographic call for entry "photographic performance 2019"

Do you have a body of work or a concept for an exhibition that is photography or photography based? A Smith Gallery in Johnson City, Texas is looking for compelling solo or cooperative exhibitions to fill its interior salon space. It can be only photographic images, photography combined with mixed media, photography as sculpture, photography based installations or..... This is the third year for "the photographic performance" and we are hoping once again you can show us what it can be. It is important that the body of work has a conceptual narrative, actual or implied. Four exhibition proposals will be selected to be exhibited in the Salon from either May 24 to June 23, June 28 to July 28, August 2 to September 1 or September 6 to September 29, 2019. Along with each entry application, artists must submit a written proposal or artist statement explaining the exhibition and a rough lay-out of how the Salon gallery space would be used. $50 per proposal (10 to 20 images). Deadline: March 25, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 512-422-4080.

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Number Presents: Art of the South 2019 Juried Exhibition

Number Inc. announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, May 28-July 14, 2019 at the Memphis College of Art in Memphis, TN. Juror: Bethany Springer. The sixth annual Art of the South is open to all artists 18 and older working in any media, and residing in AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MD, MO, MS, NC, OK, TN, TX, SC, VA, Washington, D.C., or WV. Entries must be original works created within the last 2 years. Reproductions not allowed. Works previously exhibited at Memphis College of Art (MCA) are ineligible. Artists may submit up to three images with an entry fee of $35. Deadline: March 29, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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"Reconciliation"

Charis Gallery at Roswell United Methodist Church in Roswell, GA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, May 5 - July 14, 2019. Best of Show $200; First Place $150; Second Place $100; Third Place $75. Juror: Mr. Ben Hollingsworth. Two- and three-dimensional works, all mediums, will be considered. Entries must reflect show theme. Reconciliation raises thoughts of relationships, personal journeys -- in both desperate times and glorious ones. Are you working toward reconciliation? The process can be challenging. Express your journey in your own unique art form! Originals only, completed within last three years. $20 for up to three entries. Deadline: April 5, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 770-261-1719 Ann Moore.

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BRMAA National Juried Photography Show

The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, July 27-August 25 at The Art Center in Blue Ridge, GA. Cash prizes totaling $3,000, including $750 for Best of Show, will be awarded. Juror: David Akoubian. The 2019 BRMAA National Juried Photography Show is open to all photographers, both amateur and professional, and all original photographic media, including film and digital images. $10 per entry. No limit on entry numbers. Deadline: April 12, 2019. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 706-632-2144.

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Earth Devised: A Juried National Exhibition of Ceramic Art

The d'Art Center in Norfolk, Virginia announces a call to artists for an upcoming juried exhibition, May 11 - June 6, 2019. Awards for 1st: $500, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $150. Juror: Richard Nickel. Open to artists 18 or older, residing in the United States. All work must be original and created without the aid of an instructor or kit. Work needs to have been produced within the last five years. All styles and aesthetics are considered. The d'Art Center is a public non-profit art center open to everyone; as such, the content of submissions should be appropriate for all viewers. Works cannot exceed a weight of 30 pounds or 48 inches in their longest dimension. $35 for up to 3 works. Deadline: April 14, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 757-625-4211.

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open-theme | unconstrained

A Smith Gallery in Johnson City, Texas seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, May 31 to July 14, 2019. Fifty to fifty five images will be selected. A reception will be held June 29th, 4-8pm. A Blurb full color catalogue of the exhibit with all the accepted entries will be available for purchase. Awards are $325 for Juror's Award, $250 and an exhibition catalogue for Director's Award, five Honorable Mentions each receiving an exhibition catalogue and $100 for Visitors' Choice Award. Juror: Catherine Couturier, owner/director of Catherine Couturier Gallery in Houston, Texas. open-theme | unconstrained : wide, uncluttered, unbridled, expansive, emptied, unimpeded, unobstructed, unrestrained, clear, spacious, unbarred ... Photographers of all levels are invited to submit work. $38 for the first 5 images and $7 for each additional image. Entries of 11 or more images are eligible for a review of submitted entry images by the gallery directors. Deadline: April 15, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 512-422-4080.

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75th Waterford Fair

The Waterford Foundation Inc. announces a call to artists for the 75th Waterford Fair, held October 4-6, 2019 at the National Historic Landmark Village of Waterford, VA. All works demonstrated and sold must be handmade by the artisan juried and in attendance. Works may be traditional or contemporary in style. The following media are accepted: basketry, clay, fiber/textiles, heritage foodways, furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, paper and wood. Jurying takes place via Zapplication.org. The Fair also hosts a Fine Art Exhibition and Sale and a Photography Show and Sale. Both of which have separate registration processes, showing criteria and judges. Information for Art or Photography will be available on the Fair's website mid-summer. Early registration discount until 3/15/19 at $30; afterwards $40. Deadline: April 16, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 540-882-3018.

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Metro Montage XIX

The Marietta Cobb Museum of Art in Marietta, GA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 13 - September 8, 2019. $750 1st place; $500 2nd place; $250 3rd place. All media, genre, styles accepted. Installations must be approved prior to submission deadline, as they are subject to denial based on size and manner of installing. Substitute submissions may be necessary. Entries may be no larger than 80"x80". All entries must be original work that is recent (within the past 10 years) and not previously shown at MCMA. Images submitted are to be un-enhanced and un-manipulated in high resolution. Photography submissions must be one of a limited edition and not showing elsewhere during Metro Montage. All pieces must be ready to hang. No saw tooth hangers. $40 entry fee ($35 for members of MCMA). Deadline: April 17, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 770-528-1444 x18.

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Call for Visual Artists

Conception Arts is currently accepting artists for our one day event, Wednesday April 24th at Monday Night Brewing- The Garage in Atlanta, GA. Join us for a fun night of networking, displaying and selling your work. We feature painters, sculptors, photographers, mixed media artists as well as specialty wood, glass and metal artisans. One Award for Excellence. To submit your work/be contacted to have your questions answered personally please go to our website and choose "submit work". Our staff will be in touch within 24-48 hrs. See examples of participating artists and events on www.conceptionarts.com, facebook, and instagram @conceptionartists and @conceptionartshow. Conception Exhibits are now taking place across the US, and have been featured in the Dallas Patron Magazine, Wall St Journal and ABC news. No entry fee. Deadline: April 17, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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Fiber Arts National Juried Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, VA seeks entries for a juried fiber arts exhibition, July 9 - August 17, 2019. 1st Place: $500, 2nd: $300, 3rd: $150, Award of Merit $75. (min of 3). Juror: Jill Jensen. Work for this exhibition is limited to fiber art. Natural or synthetic fibrous materials employed in a variety of methods. Techniques may include, but not limited to: quilting, knitting, knotting, embroidery, thread painting, collage, weaving, spinning, crocheting, macrame, and incorporating paper into designs. Work may be fine art, wearable, decorative, or utilitarian. Maximum dimension: 48" in any direction - may be 3-D. Pedestals are available. $30 for up to 3 works. Deadline: May 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 540-586-4235.

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8th Annual Art at the OPOMAC National Art Show

The Old Post Office Museum & Art Center in Graham, Texas announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, June 21 - July 27. $4,500 in prizes, $2,000 to Best in Show. Juror: Randy Meador. Open to all artists 21 years of age and older. Artwork must not have been shown previously at the Old Post Office Museum & Art Center. Original 2 and 3-dimensional art only. No photography, prints, or computer generated artwork will be accepted. No artwork over 2 years old may be shown. The boundary measurement of framed art shall not exceed 120 inches. Entries must be made to onlinejuriedshows.com. $30 for first entry, $45 for two pieces, $60 for a maximum of three pieces. Deadline: May 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 940-549-1470.

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Big Four Arts Festival 2019

Artists are invited to apply for the Big Four Arts Festival, held September 7 & 8, 2019 at Big Four Bridge Lawn in Louisville, KY. The inaugural Big Four Arts Festival was the most attended (50,000+) two-day event ever held at Waterfront Park on the Big Four Bridge Lawn which consist of four acres of tree lined walks overlooking the Ohio River, a-mere two-minute drive from downtown Louisville. The Festival is known by artists for its easy access, spacious booth layouts, and many artist amenities. We want you, the quality artist to join us in 2019! $25 application fee. Deadline: May 10, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 502-435-7602.

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Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival (39th annual)

The Greater Augusta Arts Council seeks artists for the Arts in the Heart of Augusta Festival, September 20-22, 2019 in downtown Augusta, GA. $1,500 in awards. Jurors: Brian Rust, Staci Swider, Jessica Netzler. Fine Arts and Fine Crafts categories: Clay, Clothing & Accessories, Digital Art, Fiber, Folk Art, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking/Drawing, Sculpture, Wood. $30 application fee. Deadline: May 10, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 706-826-4702.

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Springfest in Old Louisville

Artists are invited to apply for Springfest in Old Louisville, held May 18th at Toonerville Trolley Park in Louisville, KY. Springfest has implemented a new standard for high quality crafts and we will be paying particular attention to selecting quality, original handmade items. Accepted mediums include: candles, ceramics, clothing, digital art, drawing, fiber, floral, glass, items for pets, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, pottery, printmaking, soaps, sculpture, specialty food and wood. We are looking for a wide array of artists, from the artist working with their hands to create a special piece to the culinary artist feeding our souls! $10 fee. Deadline: May 12, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 502-612-3395.

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River Road Show Golden Anniversary

The Art Guild of Louisiana announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 3 to September 19, 2019 at the Louisiana State Archives Gallery in Baton Rouge. $4,000+ in cash and Merchandise Awards. Juror: William Schneider, OPA, AISM. Open to all U.S. artists 18+, Oil, Watercolor, Graphite, Acrylic, Pastel (except photography, digitally enhanced or 3 dimensional work). $40 for first 3 entries. Deadline: May 13, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 225-930-7542.

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2019 Dorothea Lange-Paul Taylor Prize

A prize of $10,000 is given annually by the Center for Documentary Studies at Duke University to support documentary artists, working alone or in teams, who are involved in extended, on-going fieldwork projects that rely on and exploit the interplay of words and images. The winner's work will also be published in the Center for Documentary Studies' digital publications and placed in the Archive of Documentary Arts at the Rubenstein Library at Duke University. Competitive applicants to this prize have a point of view derived from an in-depth understanding of place, history, and the current situation, in concert with a personal relationship to the proposed work. Ultimately, their commitment is to use documentary expression to motivate the thinking and reflection of others. A panel of writers, editors, and documentary artists will judge. Using the online submission system, submit up to 19 images, 15 pages of double-spaced writing, and/or 10 minutes of time-based media. $70 entry fee. Deadline: May 15, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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8th Annual Juried Exhibition

JF Gallery in West Palm Beach, FL announces a call to artists for its annual juried art exhibition, June 28 - July 20, 2019. $500 Best in Show. Juror: Bruce Helander. Open to all Established, Mid Career and Emerging Artists in the United States. Artists of all mediums and genres are encouraged to apply. (Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Glass, Fiber, Functional, Digital, Photography, Installation, Mixed Media, New Genres). Maximum dimensions including any framing, are: 62 x 62. Entries must have been completed within the past 2 years and not previously exhibited in JF Gallery. $35 entry fee. Deadline: May 31, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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Texas Arts & Crafts Fair

The Hill Country Arts Foundation seeks artists for the Texas Arts & Crafts Fair, held Sept. 28-29, 2019 in Ingram, Texas. Artists must be Texas residents. Applications accepted beginning April 1 on ZAPP. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 3, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 830-367-5121.

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notBIG(5) fifth bi-annual small arts competition

M S Rezny Studio/Gallery in Lexington, KY announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 16 - August 31, 2019. $500 1st Prize Award; Three $100 Honorable Mention Awards, Purchase Awards and People's Choice Award. Juror: Becky Alley, artist, curator, and educator; Bolivar Gallery Director at the University of KY. This year's juried competition has no intended theme for the work; it just needs to fit the criteria of being "small art", no works over 12 inches in any direction including frame. This is an open call to artists in the USA for works in any medium including but not limited to painting, sculpture, ceramics, collage, mixed media, photography, fiber, printmaking, glass. $25 for 1-3 pieces; $30 for 4 pieces; $35 for 5 pieces. Deadline: June 15, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 859-252-4647.

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Call for Artists: July 4th Fine Arts & Crafts Showcase

The Transylvania Community Arts Council announces a call to artists for its July 4th Fine Arts & Crafts Showcase on Main Street in downtown Brevard, NC. All work must be original. All work accepted for the show must be prepared for exhibit and remain on view until the close of the show. Artists may display and sell work in any of these categories: Painting, Sculpture, Wood, Furniture, Printmaking, Basketry, Metal, Drawing, Fiber Art, Photography, Jewelry, Clay, Glass, and Mixed Media. $150 fee. Deadline: June 21, 2019. Contact: email or call 828-884-2787 for an application form.

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2019 New Braunfels Fall Into Art Festival

The Greater New Braunfels Arts Council invites artists to apply for the Fall Into Art Festival, held October 19-20, 2019 in the Gruene Lake Village Shopping District of New Braunfels, TX. Seeking Apparel/Fiber, Ceramic, Drawing/ Painting, Folk Art, Furniture, Glass, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Photography, Woodworking, Sculpture and other festive and original stuff. $25 application fee and $150-$200 booth fee. Deadline: June 30, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 830-358-3480.

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2nd Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

Sugarloaf Craft Festivals seeks artists for the 2nd Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, held October 13-15, 2019 at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA. All work being sold must be handmade by the person selling it. Booth fees: $645+. Deadline: July 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 301-990-1400.

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14th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival

Sugarloaf Craft Festivals seeks artists for the 14th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival, held December 6-8, 2019 at the Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA. All work must be handmade by the artisan selling it. Booth fees: $695+. Deadline: July 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 301-990-1400.

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Fall Arts in the Park

The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association seeks artists for the annual Fall Arts in the Park festival, held October 12 & 13 in the Downtown City Park of Blue Ridge, GA. Seeking Fine Arts & Fine Crafts. No manufactured items. 2D or 3D work. $175 Single Booth + $30 Jury Fee or $300 Double Booth + $30 Jury Fee. Deadline: July 12, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 706-632-2144.

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SAAG National Juried Show

The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 5 - November 5 at The Art Center in Blue Ridge, GA. Monetary prizes total $5,000, including $1,500 for Best of Show. Artists who are legal residents of the United States are invited to submit two-dimensional and three-dimensional works. Artwork will be chosen from submitted entries by jurors on the basis of creative excellence and quality of execution. All works must be original and completed within the last 2 years. $40 for up to (3) three entries. Deadline: August 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email or call 706-632-2144.

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Reflections in Pastel

The Arkansas Pastel Society announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 8, 2019 - February 22, 2020 at Butler Center Galleries in Little Rock, AR. $2600 total in awards, $1000 grand prize. Juror: Casey Klahn. Open to all artists at least 18 years of age. Entries must be at least 80% soft or oil pastel, must be original, unpublished, and executed within the past three years. Paintings that have won a national-level award are not eligible. Art must be for sale, suitably framed with wire hangers, and must hang for the duration of the show. Accepted artwork may be refused if digital image doesn't accurately represent work. One entry $25 (APS members), $35 (non-members); Additional entries $10/$15, up to 3 total. Deadline: September 1, 2019. More info. Contact: email

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