Creekside Arts’ mission is to create a dynamic and collaborative space where artists push the boundaries of their creative pursuits and engage deeply with one another and their audiences through residencies, workshops, and performances. They are committed to fostering an environment of mutual inspiration, where artists pursue bold experimentation and learn from and inspire their peers. Striving for equity, they actively welcome diverse voices and perspectives, inviting artists from all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to enrich our community. Through this collective creative energy, they aim to make a lasting impact on both the artistic landscape and the broader Humboldt community. Creekside Arts residence offers an inspiring rural, natural setting among Northern California’s coastal redwoods, ideal for individual and collaborative artistic work and expression.

The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original (AASAF), is the original art fair of the three concurrent fairs that annually transform central Ann Arbor into the largest juried outdoor art fair in the nation. Every July, the City of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Campus blossom into a 30-block outdoor art gallery. Established in 1960, the Ann Arbor Street Art Fair is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization with a mission to enrich lives by connecting art, artists, and our communities.

The AASAF is renowned for its 67-year history with a commitment to excellence and showcasing only original one of a kind artwork. AASAF unfolds along the picturesque Ann Arbor city streets surrounding the iconic Burton Bell Tower and the tree-lined heart of the University of Michigan's central campus. The Ann Arbor Street Art Fair, The Original is regularly ranked among the nation’s top art fairs, consistently placing in the “Top Ten Best Art Festivals” in USA TODAY and appearing annually in Sunshine Artist's ""Top 200 Fine Art Shows."

Presenting the best in contemporary and traditional printmaking, the North American Print Biennial has long been recognized as one of the most prestigious events in printmaking. Founded in 1947, the mission of the Boston Printmakers is to promote public knowledge of printmaking, encourage and support artists working in printmaking, and promote excellence and innovation within the field of printmaking.

New Norcia Artist Residency Prize: this is a unique opportunity for an artist to live and create artwork in Australia’s only monastic town. In partnership with the New Norcia Benedictine Monastery, this one-month residency provides a studio, accommodation, meals and a $10,000 artist fee

Art Birmingham, originally known as the Birmingham Fine Art Festival, now in its 45th year, takes place on the street surrounding Shain Park, in downtown Birmingham, Michigan. The fair is surrounded by convenient parking for artists and fairgoers and within easy access to the many unique stores and fabulous restaurants of downtown Birmingham. This highly respected event will showcase juried artists in an elegant and extraordinary setting. Attracting approximately 80,000 fair goers, this fair produced in association with the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center (BBAC), benefits the “Art for All” vision of the BBAC.

The Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair is one of three official partner fairs that comprise the award-winning and highly respected Ann Arbor Art Fair, attended by close to 400,000 people each year. The Summer Art Fair is located on Main Street in the heart of Ann Arbor as well as Liberty, State and South University Streets, stretching from the charming downtown area to the beautiful campus of the University of Michigan, touching each end of the event. It is run by The Guild of Artists & Artisans, a 501(c)3 non-profit, membership association of independent artists founded in 1973 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Its mission is to develop and present fine art fairs throughout the region to provide marketing opportunities for artists which also serve as educational, cultural and entertaining events for the community. The Guild draws upon its talented, exclusive and diverse membership to exhibit and sell their work at these events. Each artist is juried through The Guild’s rigorous standards process, which ensures exceptional creativity and technical skill

The Emerging Perspectives Exhibition is an annual juried exhibition open for submissions from artists ages 18–35 in any medium, and is geared toward artists beginning the pursuit of their creative discipline, whether enrolled in art-centered education programs or engaged in their own artistic practice, while taking strides in setting their career paths.

The Art League of Lincoln is pleased to announce the 2026 National Feats of Clay National Art Show and Competition. The internationally renowned clay competition was founded by local Ceramicist, Ray Gonzales, in 1987 and was held annually through 2011 at the Gladding, McBean Clay Factory in Lincoln, CA. In 2024 the exhibit returned regionally, and since has been a national competition.

The Feats of Clay 2026 National ceramic competition will be showcased at the Art League of Lincoln, located at 580 Sixth St. in Lincoln, California from Thursday, April 23, 2026 through Sunday, May 31, 2026.

All types of ceramic works are encouraged for submission: sculptural, functional, tiles, vessels, and all types of clay and firing techniques (with a minimum of 50% ceramic clay) will be considered.

The Clare County Arts Council welcomes all artists to apply for the 5th annual Destination Clare Art Sculpture Walk 2026. All entries must be submitted by 2/28/2026. The selection committee will choose the top ten entries based upon artistic merit, creativity, public safety and durability in an outdoor setting. Finalists will be notified by March 31, 2026 with sculptures installed in May 2026 The exhibit will run May 12, 2026 through April 2027.

There are different categories for finalists could possibly win additional recognition and money. An honorarium of $1000 will be paid to selected participating artists upon installation of their sculpture. In addition, on May 12, a jury will be assembled to award $2500 for the Best of Show which will be awarded at an Opening Event the evening after all art has been installed. The People' Choice award ($1,000) will be given to the piece that receives the most votes from exhibit attendees through March 2026.

CSU Spur invites artists from all backgrounds and experience levels to submit artworks for a juried exhibition that celebrates the intersection of community, sustainability, and innovation. The exhibition seeks compelling works that explore themes of environmental stewardship, scientific curiosity, and the power of local storytelling through art.

The 2026 exhibition theme, “What Does Water Mean to You?”, calls for artworks that reflect on the many ways water shapes human life. Submissions are due by 11:59 p.m. MT on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The Hoyt has been showcasing the extraordinary talent of emerging, mid-career and established artists within a 250 mile radius of the museum for over five decades. As the Hoyt Regional enters its 53rd year, they invite you to compete for up to $1500.00 in prizes and a chance to exhibit in a museum setting. Deadline: February 28, 2026. Juror: Nando Alvarez-Perez, artist, founding director of The Buffalo Institute for Contemporary Art, editor-in-chief of Cornelia Magazine, and a visiting professor at Alfred University.

For artists and scholars interested in immersing in drawing research, this is a hands-on investigation of material-driven, embodied, and pansensory modes of drawing, thinking through a geological lens. With a focus on badlands geology, the session combines field excursions, drawing experiments, material demonstrations and conversations with ample time to draw independently in dialogue with the natural environment and develop projects of personal interest. Each participant will have the opportunity to share insights from their individual practice as we engage with drawing in the expanded field, spanning disciplines and processes.

Paradise Center for the Arts is seeking submissions of recent work from visual artists for exhibitions in the Carlander Family Gallery, Lois Vranesh Boardroom Gallery, and K&M Gallery for 2026-2027. Submissions will be juried by members of the gallery committee of the Paradise Center for the Arts, which is comprised of artists, arts professionals, and art enthusiasts in the area. To submit work for consideration, send an email to [email protected]

The Art of Progress Prize is dsm-firmenich’s inaugural global award where art, innovation, and sustainability intersect – supporting the next generation of creative changemakers. They invite artists aged 35 and under from anywhere in the world whose multi-sensory, environmentally conscious practices – from bio-art and data visualization to scent-driven installations – push creative boundaries. A Selection Committee of experts will nominate ten finalists, among whom up to five will be selected to present their work in an exhibition at the Swiss headquarters on the 18th of June 2026. A distinguished international jury will then select the Grand Prize winner. The award includes a €15,000 development grant, a year-long mentorship, and potential future collaborations.

The Ann Arbor State Street District Art Fair (SSDAF) is one of three official fairs that comprise the award-winning Ann Arbor Art Fair, transforming downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan, into one of the country's most celebrated art fair destinations. This prestigious event draws nearly 400,000 attendees each July, providing artists with a unique platform to connect directly with art lovers, collectors, and locals.

Since 1968, the Ann Arbor SSDAF, ranked #19 in Sunshine Artist’s 2024 Fine Art Rankings and consistently listed among the Top 100 Fairs, has showcased original fine arts and fine crafts selected through a rigorous jury process to ensure exceptional creativity and craftsmanship. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Ann Arbor’s historic theater district, the SSDAF offers a vibrant atmosphere that enriches the experience for both artists and visitors.

Foto Forum Santa Fe is pleased to announce an open call for our 2026 Foto Forum Santa Fe Photography Award, an annual international competition open to emerging and established artists. The award was conceived to support photographers by giving them an opportunity to have their work viewed by our outside jurors as well as our in-house curator Executive Director Sage Paisner, to give the winner the chance to share their work in the photography-friendly city of Santa Fe, and to put a little money in their pocket to help in the production of the work.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of the most prestigious showcases of representational oil painting in North America! Oil Painters of America invites you to enter the 35th National Juried Exhibition, hosted by the Steamboat Art Museum in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, on view May 29–August 29, 2026. This exceptional exhibition will showcase the finest works in draftsmanship, color, and composition, featuring a diverse range of styles and subjects. OPA membership required. Applications now open. Over $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 Best in Show!

WABI-SABI is a Japanese term that refers to that which is impermanent, imperfect, aged, humbled, and unconventional. It is a state of mind and a way of being. It expresses a whole new world of seeing. Perhaps being open to mistakes and accidents will lead us somewhere new, beautiful, and authentic. Artists know this all too well. Visually, it is the simplicity of composition and exploring the meaning and beauty of everyday objects. Show them WABI-SABI from your perspective.

Placer Community Foundation (PCF) is a nonprofit public benefit corporation which manages the Susan Cooley Gilliom Artist in Residence & Teaching Program (SCG ART Program). In partnership with PCF the program is housed through Blue Line Arts in Roseville, CA.

The SCG ART program brings established artists to Placer County for the purpose of teaching and sharing their artistic talents and experience to the greater community. The program was lovingly established at PCF in memory of a local artist, Susan Cooley Gilliom, by her family. Both Susan and her mother took part in workshops from established and talented artists across the country. They appreciated the perspective and expertise it offered their own work and wanted similar opportunities afforded to local artists, art students, art educators and art enthusiasts in Susan's hometown and county.

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  Grace Kook-Anderson, Curator of Northwest Art at the Portland Art Museum, OR


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  Demetri Broxton, Artist and Executive Director of Root Division, San Francisco


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  Jennifer McCabe,  Director and Chief Curator of SFO Museum, San Francisco

• 4 nights at the hotel


• Complimentary continental breakfast each morning


• Complimentary overnight parking


• Complimentary fair passes your guests


• 24/7 security on the premises


• A personal artist page on the Startup website


• PR, advertising, and marketing through our newsletter, ad buys, and social media channels


• Curatorial and professional development support in the weeks before and after the fair


• Public liability insurance


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Artist Grant has supported artists worldwide since 2017 by providing an unrestricted $1,200 grant to one artist three times each year. The next deadline is March 15, 2026. The grant is open to visual artists 18 years of age and older from anywhere in the world, working in any media (excluding film/video, music, theater, and dance).

Art of Possibilities Art Show & Sale (AOP) is a project of the Allina Health Foundation and Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute (CKRI). It is one of only a handful of juried art shows in the world exclusively featuring artists with disabilities. The first of its kind and held every year since 1963, the Art Show & Sale is a much-anticipated celebration of fine arts attracting hundreds of artists and thousands of visitors from Minnesota and around the world. AOP provides a forum for artists with disabilities to sell their work, promotes the talents of artists with disabilities, and creates a cherished and inclusive community event for people of all abilities.

In cooperation with the Liturgical Arts Festival of Springfield (LAFS), in Springfield, Illinois, the Springfield Art Association (SAA) will host a juried exhibition of liturgical and sacred art as part of the biennial, interfaith Liturgical Arts Festival: Sacred Rhythm/Sacred Pattern. All spiritual interpretations, approaches and media are welcome. A theme of rhythm and pattern is a subtext. We aim for an exhibition of work that will support diversity, promote understanding, and foster tolerance.

Every May The Delaplaine hosts our National Juried Exhibition, showcasing work from artists all over the country in a vast display of media, talent and exploration!

Accepted artists have their work on display through the months of May, June and into July and have the opportunity to win a grand prize award of $1,000, second place for $500, third place, for $250 or honorable mention award for $125.

Accepted artwork will be announced on April 2.

The Courageously Created Fine Art Show & Auction is a juried, in-person exhibition and benefit auction held April 25–26, 2026, at the new Alatheia Therapeutic Riding Center Arena in Wenatchee, WA. Alatheia changes lives with the healing power of horses, providing equine-assisted services for children and adults with disabilities, and for veterans and first responders navigating trauma. This event unites courage and creativity through the healing power of horses and the arts while raising vital funds to complete Alatheia’s capital project to expand capacity and eliminate the waitlist, ensuring more people can access services they need.

The juror will select 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners, plus three honorable mentions.

The Bedford’s annual juried exhibition returns with CALeidoscope: Evolving Reflections of California, a vibrant celebration of our Golden State. From the Mexican border to Oregon, California stretches nearly 900 miles along the Pacific Ocean and is home to sundrenched beaches, verdant farmlands, majestic mountains, dramatic deserts, and monumental redwood forests. With all this natural beauty, it’s no wonder California serves as a source of inspiration and promise for dreamers, makers, and visionaries across the US. CALeidoscope honors the breathtaking geography of our great state and reflects its esteemed position as a cultural leader and hotbed for creativity and innovation.

Umpqua Valley Arts is proud to present an open call for artists to submit to our upcoming exhibit: Malleable.

Soft Sculpture in art refers to three-dimensional works made from flexible materials like cloth, foam, or rubber. These sculptures can sometimes take a mixed-media approach, and are often malleable with drooping, sagging, and draping characteristics. In some cases, they even seem to float once installed. Soft Sculpture often challenges the traditional notions of sculpture, which are often made with hard and oftentimes more durable materials which make them rigid as a result. The mediums used in the realm of soft sculpture often evokes notions that their more permanent counterparts do not. They are persistent rather than permanent. These materials all emphasize natural forces like gravity, air, and in some cases even heat. In other contrasting scenarios, they also have metaphorical and metaphysical implications that harder materials do not achieve.

Malleable is a juried exhibition emphasizing/focusing on soft sculpture art. It is open to media and modes of making that emphasize/focus on soft materials. Subject matter may vary, but the emphasis will be on works that use soft materials in the execution. Acceptable media can include (but is not limited to) cloth, foam, rubber, plastic, fiber, paper, wax, sand, and other similar materials.

The Art & Apples Festival is a juried fine art festival, featuring 250+ top quality, national exhibitors, with an estimated attendance of 50,000 for the weekend. The Art & Apples Festival is held annually the Friday, Saturday and Sunday following Labor Day in the scenic 30-acre Rochester Municipal Park located in downtown Rochester, Michigan.