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Call for Artists
Nov29
Au Naturel: the Nude in the 21st Century
Clatsop Community College seeks entries for an international juried art exhibition, January 23 - March 13, 2025 at the Royal Nebeker Gallery in Astoria, OR. $1000 in cash prizes. Up to $2000 in purchase awards. One or more artists may be chosen to be featured in a group or solo exhibit. Juror: Laura Ross Paul. Competition is open to all artists, 18 years or older, working in any drawing, painting, and printmaking media with a focus on the nude human figure in any form ranging from representational to abstract, and in which the handmade mark is employed as the primary means of image-making. A limited number of three-dimensional works may also be considered. Artwork must have been executed in the last five years. $45 for up to 3 images, $5 for each add'l image. Deadline: November 29, 2024. More info. Contact: email or call 503-338-2472.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Nov30
Participate in the LA Art Show with TERAVARNA
TERAVARNA has once again opened its doors for all talented artists to participate in one of the biggest Art Shows in Los Angeles - the LA Art Show. Interested artists can apply for the juried art competition and selected participants will get the chance to present their work at the LA Convention Center, February 19-23, 2025. Apply now to grab this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. $25 entry fee. Deadline: November 30, 2024. More info. Contact: emailInternational
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec1
'Visual Language of Modernity' International Juried Exhibition
In collaboration with Whosmuseum and Sasse Museum of Art, the "Visual Language of Modernity" is calling for all talented artists to participate in this juried exhibition showcasing contemporary artworks by international artists! The exhibition will take place February 1-22, 2025 at the Sasse Museum of Art located in the culturally diverse community of Downtown Pomona, CA. We are seeking a wide range of art forms with traditional and new medias, from traditional techniques to digital work and installation art. We envision this exhibition to reflect innovation and modernity. $35 entry fee. Deadline: December 1, 2024. More info. Contact: emailNational
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec1
Rockies West National Watercolor Exhibition
The Western Colorado Watercolor Society announces a call to artists for a national juried art exhibition, March 7 - April 4, 2025 at the Western Colorado Center for the Arts in Grand Junction, CO. Best of Show, Best Colorado Artist, First, Second, Third, plus numerous other cash and merchandise awards. Juror: Iain Stewart. Artists must be 18 or older. Artwork must be on paper limited to water media, including transparent watercolor, gouache, ink and acrylic having the appearance of traditional watercolor. Work must be original, not derived from published images, nor computer generated or done in class. Must be the artist's own idea, composition and design. Non-member $35, WCWS members $30, New WCWS Membership with entry $50. Deadline: December 1, 2024. More info.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec1
Cherry Creek Arts Festival 2025
Artists worldwide are invited to apply for the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, held July 4-6, 2025 at Denver's Cherry Creek North Neighborhood in Denver, CO. Purchase Awards: Over $30,000. $5000 Grant opportunity for the Emerging Artist Program. All art must be original, handcrafted work. Artist guarantees the accuracy of the description of the works presented and the authenticity of the work as the creation of their own hands. Work done by a production studio is not acceptable. Categories: Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metalworks, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Wood and Emerging Artist Program. $45 application fee. Deadline: Midnight (MST), December 1, 2024. More info. Contact: email or call 303-355-2787.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec1
Black & White Captures of the World
Artists from around the world are invited to submit entries for a juried photography exhibition, January 8-25, 2025 at The Artists Gallery (TAG) in Los Angeles, CA. Juror: Eric Renard. 20-25 photographs will be printed, framed and installed (with no additional fees). We are looking for the best black and white photography. All photographs should be original and created from conception to completion by the artist. No artwork copied from other artists work, copyrighted work, published photos, the Internet, AI Generated, or created with instructor guidance. Accepted artists must email a 10"x15" high resolution image for printing and framing. First two entries: $30, plus $5 per add'l entry. Up to a total of 10 entries. Deadline: December 1, 2024, midnight PST. More info. Contact: email or call 310-889-1180.Regional
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec6
Art in the Park 2025
Artists are invited to apply for Art in the Park, held January 11 & 12, 2025 in Yuma, AZ. Art in the Park is an alfresco fine arts festival presented by the Yuma Art Center in scenic Gateway Park. Modeled after Georges Seurat's stoic painting, Sunday on La Grande Jatte, the event features dozens of local and regional artists alongside the banks of the meandering Colorado River. $100 for 10x10 ft Tent, $200 for 10x20 ft Tent, $300 for 10x30 ft Tent. Deadline: December 6, 2024. More info. Contact: email or call 928-373-5202.National
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec11
AIS 9th Annual Impressions: Small Works Showcase
American Impressionist Society invites members, current and new, to enter the 9th Annual Small Works Showcase. The exhibit will be held February 14 - March 29, 2025 at the Fallbrook Art Center in Fallbrook, California. Over $25,000 in awards. Awards Judge: Peggi Kroll Roberts AISM. Accepted media: Oil, Oil Sticks, Pastel, Acrylic, Watercolor, Casein, Gouache, and Egg Tempera. No mixed media or AI. Works must be 192 square inches or smaller with longest single side no more than 16". Read full prospectus and enter at showsubmit.com, November 11-December 11. $35 for one entry, $45 for two, $55 for three. Deadline: December 11, 2024. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 231-881-7685.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Dec13
Street + Night + Architecture
Black Box Gallery in Portland, Oregon seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, January 1-25, 2025. Juror: Todd Johnson. 24 photographs will be selected for exhibiton at the gallery. An additional 30 photographs will be displayed online. Open to all photographers from around the world. $40 entry fee. Deadline: December 13, 2024. More info. Contact: email or call 503-804-5032.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jan14
Yosemite Renaissance 40
Yosemite Renaissance seeks entries for a travelling art exhibition, approximately March 8, 2025 through February 1, 2026. $4,000 in cash awards. Eligible media: Oil & acrylic painting, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, printmaking, photography, digital art, drawing, fiber art, glass, woodworking, jewelry, ceramics, and sculpture. $25 for first entry, $15 for each additional entry. Deadline: January 14, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 559-683-5551.National
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jan15
17th Annual National Juried Exhibition
The Idaho Falls Arts Council seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, March 20 - June 1, 2025 at the Willard Arts Center in Idaho Falls, ID. Awards: First - $750, Second - $500, Third - $250, Curator's Choice - $125. Juror: Garth Claassen. Artists working in all mediums throughout the United States are invited to submit. $40 entry fee. Deadline: January 15, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 208-522-0471.National
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Jan17
St. George, Utah Art Festival
Artists across the country are invited to apply for the St. George Art Festival, to be held Easter weekend, April 18-19, 2025. Over 30,000 residents and visitors converge in the beautiful Town Square with its carousel, fountains and water features, flower gardens, and historic buildings. Festival goers enjoy thousands of original works of art, live entertainment on two stages, a vibrant children's area, and foods of all kinds. The Art Festival is known for consistently outstanding artwork, and treating artists as special guests. All booths will be on grass with either a north or south exposure. $40 application fee. Deadline: January 17, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 435-627-4510.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Feb7
Interpretations 2025 Call for Entry
Visions Museum of Textile Art in San Diego, CA seeks entries for a juried exhibition, October 15, 2025 - January 10, 2026. Jurors: Holly Brackmann, Luisa Gil Fandino, and Paula Kovarik. Interpretations 2025 will feature innovative textile art that explores form and technique of 2D artworks, 2D art quilts, and 3D wall hanging and free-standing work that highlight fiber. Artwork submitted for consideration must have been completed on or after January 1, 2023 and not have been exhibited at a venue within a 100-mile radius of San Diego. Artwork must be original and produced by the individual or a collaboration of a maximum of two (2) artists. Works created in a workshop or class are not eligible. $40-$50 entry fee. Deadline: February 7, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 619-546-4872.International
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Feb15
Showcase in Los Angeles
The Holy Art Gallery is headed to Los Angeles for our first-ever West Coast exhibition, March 7-9, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. And we're inviting artists from around the world to join us! This open-call event welcomes submissions in any medium - painting, photography, sculpture, video art, installations, mixed media, poetry, and more. With an open theme, artists have complete freedom to showcase what inspires them most! This is a fantastic opportunity to get your work in front of a global audience and to be part of The Holy Art's international artist community. Whether you're an emerging artist or established creator, we want to see your unique work on display in LA! Free to apply; fee only if selected (From £180). Deadline: February 15, 2025. More info. Contact: emailNational
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Apr5
RMA Fest Missoula 2025
RMA Festivals seeks artists for RMA Fest Missoula, to be held June 7-8, 2025 at The Oval at University of Montana in Missoula, MT. Awards will be given for best booths in multiple categories. We accept applications for all categories of work. Please reference Zapp or our website for the complete list. $35 application fee. Deadline: April 5, 2025. More info. Contact: email or call 406-272-2413.Local
Call for Artists
Call for Artists
Apr30