The holiday season can be an incredibly profitable time for artists.
However, it can also become the busiest and stressful time of the year for your business —not to mention travel and personal obligations.
That's why we did the heavy lifting for you and found some of the best opportunities out there for the upcoming season.
First, take a look at our fall opportunity guide below—it’s chock full of exhibitions, residencies, holiday festivals, artist grants, and more, so these great calls get on your radar before they pass you by.
TIP: Head over to our Call-for-Entry page as well, where we add new opportunities each day!
Once you hit up our guide, read on to learn how to be ready to hit “send” as soon as these opportunities arise.
2018 Bring Us Your Dead (Dia de los Muertos)
What: Las Laguna Gallery is now accepting submissions of artwork commemorating or inspired by Dia de los Muertos.
Who: Artists of all nationalities and ages
Application Deadline: September 4
Exhibition Dates: October 4 -26, 2018
Location: Laguna Beach, CA
Fee: $35
Fine Print: There are no restrictions on content, style, medium or context, but your entries should fit this theme, either traditionally or digitally, in some way. Learn more here.
2018 Autumn Arts Festival and Gallery Show
What: Spectrum Art Gallery is seeking fine artists and crafters in all mediums to exhibit at the 2018 Indoor/Outdoor Autumn Arts Festival.
Who: All artists
Application Deadline: September 7
Festival Dates: October 6 - 7
Location: Madison, CT
Participation Fee: $80
Fine Print: Participation is required both days of the festival. Submissions include 3 images of artwork including title, materials used, and size, as well as an Artist Biography. Read the prospectus here.
2018 Holiday Art Market
What: The 2018 Annual Holiday Art Market (HART) at Foothills Art Center (FAC) is the premier venue for fabulous fine arts and crafts, handmade in Colorado. We are seeking fine art and craft in all media suitable for the holiday market: 2-D media, ceramics, jewelry, glass, fiber, leather, metal, wood, edibles, and holiday-themed items, including decorations, ornaments and greeting cards.
Who: Colorado artists
Application Deadline: September 9
Fair Dates: November 15 - December 30, 2018
Location: Golden, CO
Fee: $30
Fine Print: Artists are juried on their body of work and the artwork is accepted on a consignment basis. Historically, items priced between $3.00 and $650.00 sell best, especially items under $50.00. We will accept work above $650 but the artist may be asked not to bring specific work or quantities. Learn more here.
Open Call to Artists: Shadow
What: Creative Spirit’s exhibit will celebrate the world of shadows and the artists’ unique and varied expression of this creative source.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 10
Exhibition Dates: September 29 – November 18, 2018
Opening Reception: September 29, 6-8 PM
Location: Marblehead, MA
Fee: $30 for each piece
Fine Print: Artwork is not judged for selection. Artwork which complies with all requirements will be hung for the duration of the specified show, and the work may be priced for sale. Learn more here.
Open 2018 - Exhibit and Grant with Gallery 25N
What: Twenty artists will be selected for an online group exhibit at Gallery25N that will be marketed extensively worldwide. One artist will be selected to receive the “Christopher E. Burke Fine Art Grant” of $500.00.
Who: Artists worldwide, 18 and older
Application Deadline: September 10
Exhibition Start Date: October 11, 2018
Fee: $25 for up to 3 entries, $5 for each additional image
Fine Print: No specified theme is required for entry. All artists seeking inclusion are free from category, subject, and medium stipulation. Learn more here.
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Call for Artwork $5,000 and Under – Holiday Group Exhibition in NYC
What: Dacia Gallery’s Annual Holiday Exhibition is a big blockbuster show that garners a lot of attention from the press, collectors and the public. The gallery is looking for a diverse body of artwork in all mediums and styles.
Who: Artists internationally
Application Deadline: September 13
Exhibition Dates: December 10, 2018 – January 12, 2019
Location: New York, NY
Fee: $35 for 10 images
Fine Print: The only requirement is that all submitted artwork must be priced at $5,000 or less. Be ready to provide an artist bio and artwork list with title, medium, dimensions and retail price for each work. Learn more here.
Call for Artists: Dia de los Muertos Fine Art Exhibition
What: Dia de los Muertos is a national holiday in Mexico when deceased loved ones are honored and remembered. It is a poignant time, both solemn and joyous, with colorful traditions, pageantry, and whimsy despite the sobering subject. Dia de los Muertos Festival and Fine Art Exhibition pay tribute to this tradition.
Who: U.S. artists 18 and older
Application Deadline: September 15
Exhibition Dates: October 24 – November 24, 2018
Opening Reception: October 27
Location: Corpus Christi, TX
Fee: $35 for 1-3 works of art; $5 per each additional entry
Fine Print: Entries must be original works of art completed in the last 3 years and not previously exhibited at K Space Contemporary. Learn more here.
A Single Grain of Rice Contest & Show
What: The exhibition “A Single Grain of Rice”invites artists to rediscover the universe through works of art of small size.
Who: International artists
Application Deadline: September 15
Exhibition Dates: December 19, 2018 - January 6, 2019
Location: Paris, France
Fee: 70€
Fine Print: Submission categories include: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture. The eight artists who receive the most votes from the jury will be offered a group exhibition. Learn more here.
“Surfaces” Exhibition
What: A group exhibition from LoosenArt with the theme “Surfaces,” referring to the space that delimits, separates and at the same time brings into contact what is inside and outside of any physical material object.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 15
Exhibition Dates: December 2018
Location: Rome, Italy
Fee: None
Fine Print: Artists are invited to submit 1 to 3 artworks addressing the theme. Learn more here.
2018 International Juried Exhibition
What: An exhibition hosted by The Center for Contemporary Art for works in all media.
Who: Artists, 18 and older
Application Deadline: September 16
Exhibition Dates: November 8 – December 22, 2018
Opening Reception: November 8, 6-8 PM
Location: Bedminster, NJ
Fee: $35 for up to 3 works ($25 for members)
Fine Print: All artwork is insured for its declared value from the time it is received through January 5, 2019. Artists are responsible for insuring artwork during transit. Learn more here.
Princeton Arts Fellowship
What: The Princeton Arts Fellowships will be awarded to artists whose achievements have been recognized as demonstrating extraordinary promise in any area of artistic practice and teaching. Fellows will spend two consecutive academic years (September 1-July 1) at Princeton University and formal teaching is expected.
Who: Early career artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 18
Location: Princeton, NJ
Award: A stipend of $81,000 a year
Fine Print: All applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae, a personal statement of 500 words about how you would hope to use the two years of the fellowship at this moment in your career, and contact information for three references. In addition, work samples are requested to be submitted online. Learn more here.
The Hodder Fellowship
What: The Hodder Fellowship will be given to artists and writers of exceptional promise to pursue independent projects at Princeton University during the academic year. Potential Hodder Fellows are artists who have “much more than ordinary intellectual and literary gifts”; they are selected more “for promise than for performance.” Hodder Fellows spend an academic year at Princeton, but no formal teaching is involved.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 18
Location: Princeton, NJ
Award: A stipend of $81,000
Fine Print: Visual artists should provide up to 20 still images organized into a single PDF file to submit as part of their online application, as well as a resume and project proposal of 500 words. Learn more here.
Call for Art - Natural Homes: Nests, Burrows, Caves & Trees
What: A juried exhibition hosted by View Arts centering around the theme of “Natural Homes: Nests, Burrows, Caves & Trees.”
Who: Artists, age 18 and up, working in all media
Application Deadline: September 22
Exhibition Dates: October 27, 2018 - March 10, 2019
Opening Reception: November 30, 5-7 PM
Location: Old Forge, NY
Fee: $30 (or $25 for members) for up to 2 works, $10 for each additional image, up to 5 works total
Fine Print: Before uploading your images, make sure they are smaller than 4MB, but at least 1920 pixels on the longest side at 72 dpi. Learn more here.
Center for Photographic Art - 2018 International Juried Exhibition
What: The Center for Photographic Art (CPA) is pleased to announce the 2018 International Juried Exhibition. This year they are offering $6,000 in awards. Forty-five juror-selected photographs will be exhibited in CPA’s historic gallery at Sunset Center in Carmel, California.
Who: Photographers worldwide, 18 and older, working in all still photographic media
Application Deadline: September 23
Exhibition Dates: November 10 - December 22, 2018
Opening Reception: November 10
Location: Carmel, CA
Fee: $160 for 3 images ($110 for members)
Fine Print: Name, contact information, titles, process, dates and sales prices are required for submission. "Untitled" is not allowed. Learn more here.
The Cup, The Mug 2018
What: Main Street Arts is now accepting submissions to our 3rd annual The Cup, The Mug national juried exhibition. Submissions must be cups, mugs, or other drinking vessels.
Who: U.S. artists working in ceramics, glass, wood, or metal.
Application Deadline: September 24
Exhibition Dates: November 15 – December 15, 2018
Opening Reception: December 1, 4–7 PM
Location: Clifton Springs, NY
Fee: $30 for up to 3 images, $35 for 4-6 images
Fine Print: There will be a total of $1,000 in cash awards, and “Best in Show” receives $500. Learn more here.
Landscape: Real and Imagined
What: Landscape posits the challenge of how we imagine, view and engage with the world around us. This exhibition by Site:Brooklyn seeks to show how contemporary artists take up this challenge.
Who: Landscape artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 25
Exhibition Dates: November 9 –December 15, 2018
Opening Reception: November 16, 6-9 PM
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Fee: $35 for 3 images, $10 for each additional image
Fine Print: A completed application consists of the following information and files: Name, Contact Information, Images, and Text Descriptors for each image, which must include Title, Year Completed, Medium & Dimensions. Learn more here.
Art Biz Mastermind Workshop
What: A 2-day art business workshop hosted by the fabulous Alyson Stanfield of Art Biz Coach. She shines the spotlight on your business in a masterminding, small-group format. And, it’s different from a class because you bring the agenda and Alyson teaches around what you need.
Who: Artists worldwide (who are serious about their art career)
Application Deadline: September 27
Workshop Dates: October 8 - 9, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Location: Golden, CO
Fee: $497
Fine Print: Lunch and coffee/tea included. The total number of attendees is capped at 30 per session, so don’t wait to sign up. Learn more here.
6th Annual International Juried Print Exhibition
What: Remarque/New Grounds Print Workshop & Gallery invites printmakers from around the world to submit work for their 6th Annual International Juried Print Exhibition. The exhibition aims to present a collection of innovative prints featuring themes and techniques from all traditions of printmaking.
Who: Printmakers
Application Deadline: September 28
Exhibition Dates: December 7, 2018 - January 27, 2019
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Fee: $30 for up to 5 prints
Fine Print: Submissions must be original, two-dimensional, traditional printmaking techniques, or a combination of printmaking techniques, created within the last 3 years. Learn more here.
Figureworks 2018 Call For Artists
What: Figureworks is an annual juried art prize and celebration of the art of the human form. Accepting figurative works in all media.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: September 30
Exhibition Dates: November 21 - December 2, 2018
Show Preview: November 21, 6-10 PM
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Fee: $45 for 1 work, $65 for 2 works
Fine Print: Students may receive a submission discount. Note that Figureworks takes no commission on sales. Learn more here.
The Dark Arts II
What: SquidInk Gallery’s second annual Dark Arts-themed exhibition, where we will continue to explore art and its relationship with emotion, trauma, mental health, mortality, morality and dreams.
Who: Artists working in all mediums
Application Deadline: September 30
Exhibition Dates: October 2018
Location: Antioch, CA
Fee: $6 for one entry, $14 for 3 entries
Fine Print: All artists are welcomed, however, they will be accepting work with mature themes and nudity. Must be 18 or older to enter. Learn more here.
"11:11-Depth of Perception" Exhibition
What: Have you ever looked at the clock and noticed the time to be exactly 11:11? For many people it represents a single moment in time that encourages reflection and to focus one’s attention on the present. Fountain Street Gallery presents an international call for works that explore the concept of taking notice.
Who: All artists
Application Deadline: September 30
Exhibition Dates: January 2 – 27, 2019
Opening Reception: January 4, 6-8 PM
Location: Boston, MA
Fee: $36 for 3 entries, $10 each for 2 additional entries
Fine Print: Artist biography, statement, CV/Resume, and files including Title, Medium, Dimensions (in inches) and Price are required for entry. Learn more here.
Art San Diego, 10th Edition
What: Art San Diego 2018 is Southern California’s most anticipated art event and the only contemporary fine art show in San Diego. Established artists and galleries who have experience in the fine art world and who have gained sufficient exposure and recognition are encouraged to apply.
Who: Established artists and galleries worldwide
Application Deadline: September 30
Exhibition Dates: October 18 – 21, 2018
Location: San Diego, CA
Fee: Booth fees vary, see website for details
Fine Print: After acceptance, exhibitors will be required to pay 30% of the booth fee, with the remaining 70% due 120 days prior to the event. Learn more here.
Open Call: Nov - Dec. Exhibition
What: Dayton Society of Artists is pleased to announce an Open Call for November/ December exhibition slot. Artists and curators are invited to submit their work for consideration.
Who: Artists working in all media
Application Deadline: September 30
Exhibition Dates: November - December 2018
Location: Dayton, OH
Fee: $25
Fine Print: Submit one of these: a brief written outline of the proposed exhibition, artist statement, or bio. There is no need to include a proposed budget for the project. Learn more here.
Holiday Art Show & Gift Shop - Center for the Arts Evergreen
What: The Center for the Arts Evergreen (CAE) is pleased to present the 16th Annual Holiday Show and Gift Shop. CAE features unique, handmade gift and holiday items from local and regional artists in a cohesive, mixed retail display.
Who: Colorado artists
Application Deadline: October 1
Show Dates: November 16 - December 26, 2018
Opening Reception: November 16, 4-7 PM
Location: Evergreen, CO
Fee: $25
Fine Print: We are seeking handmade items in all media suitable for holiday shopping: ceramics, digital art, edibles, fiber, glass, holiday-themed items, jewelry, metal, mixed-media, painting in all media, paper, photography, printmaking, and wood. Learn more here.
Catharine Lorillard Wolfe 122nd Annual Exhibition
What: Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club seeks entries for 122nd Annual Open Juried Exhibition at the National Arts Club. Eligible media includes Oil, Acrylic Watercolor, Pastel, Graphics, Mixed Media, and Sculpture.
Who: Women artists
Application Deadline: October 1
Exhibition Dates: January 8 – 25, 2019
Awards Reception: January 25, 6-9 PM
Location: New York, NY
Fee: $55 for non-members
Fine Print: Giclees, photography, computer generated images, crafts, work done under instruction, derived from published photographs or previously shown in a CLWAC Annual Open Juried Exhibition are NOT eligible. Learn more here.
Cultura Del Vaquero
What: The Fort Worth Community Arts Center (FWCAC) is seeking exhibition proposals from artists and curators for western-based artwork.
Who: U.S. artists
Application Deadline: October 1
Exhibition Dates: January 1 - February 20, 2019
Location: Fort Worth, TX
Fee: $30
Fine Print: Proposals from Artists need to include: Exhibition Summary, CV & Artist Statement, 10-20 images of artworks, and Image list (including size & medium). Learn more here.
15th Annual Artisphere Festival
What: Apply now to be one of 135 artists to exhibit in the 15th annual festival and to experience firsthand why Artisphere has been named one of the best art fairs in the U.S.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: October 4
Festival Dates: May 10 -12, 2019
Opening Night: May 9, 6-10 PM
Location: Greenville, SC
Fee: $45 for 5 images, submit up to 3 applications
Fine Print: Booth shot and fee required. Apply through Zapplication. Learn more here.
Around the World Themed Juried Show
What: The Dutch Art Gallery wants you to take them on a journey. What is it about a particular part of the world that draws you in, that fascinates you? It could be the landscape or architecture. Maybe it’s the people and culture. Show your interpretation of their “Around The World” theme so they can travel the world with you.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: October 4
Exhibition Dates: November 3 – December 22, 2018
Opening Reception: November 3, 11 AM - 6 PM
Location: Dallas, TX
Fee: $55 for 3 entries
Fine Print: Accepted media include: oil, acrylic, colored pencil, watercolor, pastel, charcoal and/or mixed media. No photography. Learn more here.
November Exhibition: Open Theme
What: A juried exhibition hosted by 484 North Gallery with an open theme. All mediums welcome, including photography.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: October 7
Exhibition Dates: November 1 - December 2, 2018
Location: Laguna Beach, CA
Fee: $35 for 1 to 3 pieces
Fine Print: Commissions will be split 60%/Artist and 40%/Gallery, of each artist’s individual sale. Artists will receive commissions at end of the monthly exhibition. Learn more here.
The Chelsea International Photography Competition
What: Photographers are invited to enter the second annual Chelsea International Photography Competition. With a fierce dedication to promoting the arts and discovering and exposing new talent, the CIPC will honor selected artists with an exhibition at Agora Gallery, providing invaluable exposure to promote career growth and boost recognition.
Who: Photographers worldwide, 18 and older
Application Deadline: October 9
Exhibition Dates: February 20 - 28, 2019
Location: New York, NY
Fee: $45 for up to 5 images, $5 for each additional image
Fine Print: The competition is open to images that may investigate any topic, from regional cultures and travel photography to commercial work and photojournalism. Photographs that are sexually explicit, violent and/or racist will not be considered for the Competition. Learn more here.
International Artist Residency Program Open Call
What: The New York Art Residency and Studios (NARS) Foundation Artist in Residency Program supports emerging and mid-career artists and curators working across all disciplines through three and six-month residencies.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: October 15
Residency Periods: Season I (January - March) and Season II (April - June), 2019
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Fee: $35
Fine Print: Artists receive curatorial and project support, weekly studio visits, networking opportunities, and participate in a program designed to foster artistic experimentation and exchange among peers. Learn more here.
Introductions 2019
What: Introductions is an annual open call hosted by Trestle Gallery. In support of their 2019 exhibition theme & focus, all applicants to 2019's open call will be considered for a solo exhibition at Trestle Gallery. The only qualification is that you have not participated in a show at their gallery before.
Who: Artists working in all media
Application Deadline: October 31
Exhibition Dates: December 21, 2018 - January 30, 2019
Opening Reception: January 4
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Fee: $10
Fine Print: As a small non-profit, Trestle does not have a shipping or transportation budget. It is the artist's responsibility to get their work to the gallery. Learn more here.
Art! Vancouver ‘19
What: Vancouver Visual Art Foundation is pleased to announce an open call for the 5th edition of Art! Vancouver, an international art fair, held annually at The Vancouver Convention Centre, a stunning waterfront venue.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: November 1
Fair Dates: April 25 – 28, 2019
Opening Night Party: April 25, 7-10 PM
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Fine Print: Booth costs vary, see info pack for details. Learn more here.
National Oil and Acrylic Painters Society 2018 Fall International Online Exhibition
What: The National Oil & Acrylic Painters’ Society (NOAPS) invites oil and acrylic painters to apply to their juried online competition honoring the best in oil and acrylic painting.
Who: Painters worldwide, 18 and older
Application Deadline: November 4
Notification Date: December 6, 2018
Fee: $30 for 1 image, $10 for each additional image up to 5 images total
Fine Print: Artists must be working in either oil and acrylic. Both members and non-members of NOAPS may apply. Learn more here.
Bodies in Movement
What: A group exhibition from LoosenArt. The works that will take part in this exhibition will represent a continuum of that dialogue between the visual arts and the arts of movement, dance, and performing arts.
Who: Artists worldwide
Application Deadline: November 15
Exhibition Dates: February 2019
Location: Rome, Italy
Fee: Free
Fine Print: Artists are invited to submit 1 to 3 artworks addressing the theme. Learn more here.
Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair
What: The 55th Holiday Fine Art & Craft Fair at the Art League of Long Island presents an eclectic variety of one-of-a-kind art and craft work created by 70 exhibitors. The fair is juried, so prizes will be awarded to participating artists and craftspeople with the most innovative designs.
Who: All artists and craftspeople
Application Deadline: November 19
Fair Dates: December 1 - 2, 2018 from 10 AM to 5 PM
Location: Dix Hills, NY
Fee: Booth fees vary, see the prospectus for details.
Fine Print: Acceptable art and craft include: paintings, sculpture, woodcraft, ceramics, mosaics, fiber art, photography, jewelry, wearable art, glass art, and other unique handcrafted items. Learn more here.
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