Guide to the Best Artist Grants and Opportunities in the Southwestern U.S.

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The Artwork Archive team set out to find the best art opportunities, artist grants, and calls for entry for visual artists in the Southwestern United States.

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, specifically in the Southwest.

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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!


Guide to the Best Artist Grants and Opportunities in the Southwestern U.S.

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August 14, 2026 11 days left

2026 Main Street Gallery Fine Art Show & Sale
Exhibition

  • Submission Deadline: August 14, 2026
  • Event Dates: October 9, 2026 - October 28, 2026
  • Entry Fee: USD $35, Additional Entry : $10
  • Eligibility: National
  • Categories: Painting
  • Location: Brighton, Colorado, United States
Description
Eligibility Info

Open to artists 18 years or older; work must be for sale and cannot exceed 36 inches in width including frame or 50 pounds in weight

October 5, 2026 63 days left

photographic call for entry | "diptych/triptych/multiples/collage"
Competition

photographic call for entry | "diptych/triptych/multiples/collage"
  • Organization: A Smith Gallery
  • Submission Deadline: October 5, 2026
  • Event Dates: November 1, 2026 - December 31, 2026
  • Entry Fee: $40 for the first 5 images and $5 for each additional image
  • Award Info: Both the Juror and Director Award’s will each receive a copy of the limited edition hardbound fine art book as well as an online solo exhibition and GalleryTalk. The Visitors’ Award is $100 and is selected by most Instagram likes.
  • Eligibility: International
  • Categories: Photography
  • Online Only: Yes
Description
Eligibility Info

Open internationally.

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