GUIDE TO THE BEST ARTIST GRANTS & OPPORTUNITIES IN 2023

Each year the Artwork Archive team goes on a mission to find the best art opportunities, grants, and calls-for-entry for the upcoming year.

Below you will find a list of the top artist residencies, international open calls, artist grants, exhibition opportunities and art competitions that we believe will benefit artists in 2023!

This year, we added another new feature! You can now save the important deadlines for your favorite opportunities right in your Artwork Archive account.

When you find a call that interests you, simply click ‘Add to Schedule' and the call's deadline will be automatically added to your Schedule. You'll also receive weekly reminders to keep you on top of your game.

We will be updating this list throughout the year, so make sure to bookmark the page, check back often, and let us know if there is an opportunity that should be listed!

Are you in the US and looking for the best opportunities in your region?
You can find Artwork Archive’s guides to the artist opportunities in your region using the guides below:

Western United States Guide

Midwestern United States Guide

Southwestern United States Guide

Southeastern United States Guide

Northeastern United States Guide


Guide to the Best Artist Opportunities in 2023

June 13, 2022

Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize
Competition

  • Organization: Parker Harris
  • Submission Deadline: June 13, 2022
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Drawing
  • Location: London, United Kingdom
Description

January 8, 2023

‘ARTIST OF THE YEAR’
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: January 8, 2023
  • Event Dates: January 18, 2023 - January 30, 2023
  • Award Info: 1st Prize - £250 + Solo virtual exhibition [up to 20 artworks] 2nd Prize - Solo virtual exhibition [up to 15 artworks]
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting
  • Online Only: Yes
Description

January 31, 2023

2023 Art of Possibilities Art Show & Sale
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: January 31, 2023
  • Event Dates: April 28, 2023 - May 26, 2023
  • Award Info: more than $4,600 in awards
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all international artists with disabilities.

February 3, 2023

Juried Student Art Show 2023
Competition

  • Organization: Champlain College Art Gallery
  • Submission Deadline: February 3, 2023
  • Eligibility: Local
  • Categories: Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Burlington, VT 05401, United States
Description

February 4, 2023

2023 Arkansas Quail and Turkey Stamp Art Competition
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: February 4, 2023
  • Event Dates: March 18, 2023 - April 22, 2023
  • Award Info: Grand prize $2,500
  • Eligibility: National
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to U.S.-based artists working with all Visual Art mediums except Photography and Digital Work.

February 14, 2023

Open Call: "Cannibals of Love"
Competition

  • Organization: Ejecta Projects
  • Submission Deadline: February 14, 2023
  • Event Dates: April 1, 2023 - May 20, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Carlisle, Pennsylvania 17013, United States
Description

February 27, 2023

Photographer Of The Month
Competition

  • Organization: For Photographers Only
  • Submission Deadline: February 27, 2023
  • Event Dates: March 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
  • Award Info: Submit your best photos for a chance to have your images displayed on the home-page of our website for an entire month and on our Instagram page (47k followers).
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Photography, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline
  • Online Only: Yes
Description

February 28, 2023

TIDAL SHIFT AWARD
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: February 28, 2023
  • Award Info: Division 1: Ages 14-18, $2,500, Division 2: Ages 19-22, $5,000
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all artists living in the following states: Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont

March 1, 2023

‘EARTHQUAKE’ – Turkey – Syria.
Competition

  • Organization: BROUHAHAART
  • Submission Deadline: March 1, 2023
  • Event Dates: March 18, 2023 - March 25, 2023
  • Award Info: We will run an art contest during the exhibition! 1st Prize – certificate. 2nd Prize – certificate. Competition results posted on BROUHAHAART and promoted to our wide-spread social media.
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to artists working with Photography, Painting, Drawing, and Mixed-Media

March 1, 2023

Short Film Contest / Calls & Submissions
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: March 1, 2023
  • Award Info: $300
  • Eligibility: National
  • Categories: Film/Video/New Media
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to U.S.-artists working with Film and Video Art

March 31, 2023

Painted in New York
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: March 31, 2023
  • Award Info: A year-long contract and opportunity to showcase work at Park West SoHo
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: New York City, NY
Description
Eligibility Info

New York-based artists with original works in paint, sculpture, collage or non-digital drawing or illustration

March 31, 2023

2023 Abiquiu Inn Sculpture Competition & Exhibition
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: March 31, 2023
  • Event Dates: April 15, 2023 - March 31, 2024
  • Award Info: First place $1,000 cash award, Second place $500 cash award,Third place $300 cash award
  • Eligibility: National
  • Categories: Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to U.S.-based sculpture artists

March 31, 2023

Between2Rivers Artist Trail Event
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: March 31, 2023
  • Event Dates: August 19, 2023
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Fayette County, Pennsylvania 
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all artists in the following regions: (Greene, Fayette, Somerset, Washington, and Westmoreland counties in Pennsylvania; Monongalia and Preston counties in West Virginia; and Garrett County, Maryland); All medium

March 31, 2023

Reminiscence Art & Design Competition
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: March 31, 2023
  • Award Info: $50,000 cash prize pool, 1st prize $20,000, 10 runners-up will recieve $3,000
  • Categories: Photography, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

The prize is open to the following artistic disciplines: 2D visual art, sculpture and installations, glass art, photographic art, digital art, lighting art.

April 1, 2023

Ember Stomp
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: April 1, 2023
  • Event Dates: May 20, 2023 - September 1, 2023
  • Award Info: Exhibition in the 2023 Ember Stomp Wildfire Prevention Festival
  • Eligibility: Local
  • Categories: Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting
  • Location: Mill Valley, CA
Description
Eligibility Info

Artists in Marin County and neighboring areas are invited to enter

April 2, 2023

The 21st Uptown Arts Stroll Poster Contest 
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: April 2, 2023
  • Award Info: $1,500 Grand Prize, $750 2nd place, $500 3rd place
  • Eligibility: Local
  • Categories: Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline
  • Location: New York City, New York
Description
Eligibility Info

(West Harlem, Washington Heights or Inwood residents in New York); Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline

April 12, 2023

Studio Visit Magazine: Spring 2023 Competition
Competition

  • Organization: Studio Visit Magazine
  • Submission Deadline: April 12, 2023
  • Event Dates: March 29, 2023 - April 12, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

open internationally to all artists

April 15, 2023

WaveMaker Grant
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: April 15, 2023
  • Award Info: $60,000 in grant funding
  • Eligibility: Local
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Miami, Florida
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all artists residing in Miami Dade County

April 21, 2023

A WORLD OF OUR OWN
Competition

  • Organization: Avenue Art / Cutler Crane Contemporary Gallery
  • Submission Deadline: April 21, 2023
  • Event Dates: May 14, 2023 - July 30, 2023
  • Award Info: 6 months studio work space in Memphis TN, with Mentorship, $250 and a solo exhibition in Cutler Crane Gallery
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all artists in the Memphis area

May 6, 2023

Sultan of Arts Competitions
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: May 6, 2023
  • Award Info: Various Cash Prizes per category
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

The Competition is open to all nationalities of 24 years of age and under, free of charge and Cash Prizes are awarded. All auditions and assessments in the four categories will be based on video recordings of the participants.

May 15, 2023

Call for Curatorial Proposals
Competition

  • Organization: Descanso Gardens, Los Angeles County, California
  • Submission Deadline: May 15, 2023
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all artists in LA county.

May 15, 2023

Art@Climate2030
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: May 15, 2023
  • Event Dates: May 15, 2023 - August 15, 2023
  • Award Info: The winning artworks will receive cash prizes (1000 EUR) and may be painted as murals, showcased on the competition website, and featured in various publications, exhibitions, and events in Gothenburg, Sweden.
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Gothenburg, Sweden
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to all artists

May 26, 2023

McColl Center – Artist-in-Residence Program
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: May 26, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Charlotte , NC, United States
Description
Eligibility Info

McColl Center welcomes artists from around the world; however, due to the limitations of B-1 visas, international artists are not eligible to receive stipends.

June 4, 2023

2023 XENO Prize for Artists’ Books
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: June 4, 2023
  • Award Info: Two cash prizes of $5000 each will be awarded in September 2023.
  • Eligibility: National
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to all U.S.-based artists

June 18, 2023

Nuditas—2023
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: June 18, 2023
  • Event Dates: August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to all artists

June 22, 2023

Emotions - 2023 
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: June 22, 2023
  • Event Dates: July 15, 2023 - September 15, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to all artists

July 1, 2023

Durer.AI is excited to announce an Open Call for Durer Marketplace
Competition

  • Organization: Durer.AI
  • Submission Deadline: July 1, 2023
  • Event Dates: June 8, 2023 - July 1, 2023
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
Description
Eligibility Info

open internationally to all artists

July 9, 2023

Children - 2023 (3rd Annual Exhibition and Publication)
Competition

  • Organization: Gallerium Art Exhibitions
  • Submission Deadline: July 9, 2023
  • Event Dates: August 1, 2023 - September 30, 2023
  • Award Info: Publication in The Book of Arts, Online Smart Group Exhibition, Life-long link to boost SEO, Online Profile Page, Digital Certificate and Poster, Insight, Rating, and Comments
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description

July 12, 2023

Unreal - 2023 (Exhibition and Publication)
Competition

  • Organization: Gallerium Art Exhibitions
  • Submission Deadline: July 12, 2023
  • Event Dates: August 10, 2023 - October 10, 2023
  • Award Info: Online and print publication in The Book of Arts, Online Smart Group Exhibition, Online Profile Page, Digital Certificate and Poster, News Circulation, Insight, Rating, and Comments
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to all artists

July 23, 2023

Living with Gastro-intestinal Disorders
Competition

  • Organization: Emerging Art Guide
  • Submission Deadline: July 23, 2023
  • Award Info: Selected artists will have their works, a bio, and their website displayed on the International Foundation for Gastrointestinal Disorders website.
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally to all artists

August 30, 2023

Women In Art - $1,000 award
Competition

  • Organization: Women In Art
  • Submission Deadline: August 30, 2023
  • Award Info: $1,000 first prize, plus runner up, merit prizes, & honorable mentions.
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Online Only: Yes
Description

September 1, 2023

ROSL PHOTO 23
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: September 1, 2023
  • Event Dates: December 9, 2023 - February 4, 2024
  • Award Info: 1st Prize: £2,000, a 5-day trip to London for the exhibition opening on Thursday 8 December 2023 (including accommodation at Royal Over-Seas League), winning image published in Overseas Magazine and professional development support from ROSL ARTS Runner-Up: £1,000 and winning image published in Overseas Magazine The Madiha Aijaz Prize: £500 and winning image published in Overseas Magazine, awarded to a Young Photographer of Promise under 23 years of age The shortlisted top 20 entries will be exhibited at Over-Seas House, 9 December 2023 – 4 February 2024
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Photography
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

Full terms and conditions available at:
https://www.rosl.org.uk/photography/14-slide-panels/arts-homepage-panels/rosl-arts/arts/1450-roslphotographytermsandconditions2023

September 1, 2023

ARTventure 2023 Juried Art Show & Event
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: September 1, 2023
  • Award Info: Awards total $3,100
  • Eligibility: Regional
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Film/Video/New Media, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: Costa Mesa, California
Description

September 10, 2023

Abstract - Unreal & Non-Representational
Competition

  • Submission Deadline: September 10, 2023
  • Award Info: $500
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Craft/Traditional Arts, Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture
  • Location: New York City, New York
Description

September 29, 2023

switch 2023
Competition

  • Organization: switch art project
  • Submission Deadline: September 29, 2023
  • Event Dates: October 29, 2023 - November 5, 2023
  • Award Info: An artist fee of Euro 225 will be paid to each artist for the showing of the work. [Please note VAT charges may be applicable.]
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Film/Video/New Media
Description

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