Artists are invited to apply for the River Clay Fine Arts Festival, October 23-25, 2026. Located in the beautiful Tennessee Valley of north-central Alabama, Decatur is a fast-growing, established arts community and home to the Carnegie Visual Arts Center, Alabama Center for the Arts, and the Princess Theatre. The festival site, located on the Decatur City Hall campus, is surrounded by Alabama’s largest Victorian historic district and a picturesque, revitalized downtown complete with numerous bistros, galleries, restaurants, and unique retail boutiques. The city is conveniently located midway between Nashville and Birmingham, just 10 minutes west of I-65. Eligible Categories: Ceramics, Digital Art, Drawing, Electronic Art, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metalworks, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Wood. $40 application fee. Deadline: July 7, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 646-206-7926.

The Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks entries for a juried ceramic exhibition, October 2-30, 2026. Best In Show Award is $1000 and more! Juror: Rice Evans, a clay sculptor whose work explores material hierarchies and Y2K nostalgia, based in Richmond, Virginia. Open to U.S. residents, 18 years or older. All entries must be primarily ceramic, three-dimensional, and designed by the submitting artist. All work must be original (no reproductions), not done under supervision, and not made from kits or patterns. Work should be able to pass through a standard door (maximum dimensions 36″ W x 36″ D x 48″ H) and weigh no more than 75 pounds. The curator reserves the right to deny entry if any work is deemed not suitable for display or too difficult to install. Entries must have been completed after January 1, 2017, and not previously exhibited in a Lynchburg juried art show. $45 entry fee. Deadline: July 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 434-528-3256 ext. 122.

Crosstown Arts seeks artists and curators for upcoming residencies: Feb. 11 to May 11; June 3 to Aug. 3; Sep. 9 to Dec. 7. Crosstown Arts is a contemporary arts nonprofit based in Memphis, TN offering residencies to artists and curators working in any creative discipline, including visual arts, writing, film/media, and music. Those ages 18 and older, from anywhere in the world, are eligible to apply. $20 application fee. Deadline: July 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Gulfport Merchants Chamber announces a call to artists for the Gulfport Fine Arts Festival, February 13 & 14 2027 at Clymer Park in Gulfport, Florida. Cash awards for Best in Show 2D, Best in Show 3D, & Emerging Artist. Juror: Annie Minnich-Beck. Set among the stately oaks of Clymer Park, the festival offers an immersive atmosphere where fine art meets natural beauty. Visitors can stroll through the park while engaging directly with artists, exploring original works, and experiencing a diverse range of creative expression. This juried boutique festival welcomes artists in all mediums – including painting, sculpture, fiber, glass, mixed media, photography, wood, jewelry, and more. $35 application fee. Deadline: July 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 727-222-3252.

The New Orleans Art Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 3-31, 2026 at The Building in New Orleans, LA. $5000+ in awards. Juror: Carrie Waller. The artwork shall consist of two dimensional (2D) works only. Acceptable media limited to paintings (oil, acrylic, encaustic, pastel, and egg tempera), water media, and drawings (graphite, conte-crayon, colored pencil, charcoal, pen and ink) alcohol inks, and scratchboard. $50 for non-members, $40 for members up to 3 pieces. $10 for additional entries (5 total). Deadline: August 3, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Cape Fear Studios in Fayetteville, NC announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, September 25 – November 24, 2026. First place: $450; Second place: $200; Third place: $100; 2 Honorable Mentions: $50 each. Juror: Silvana Foti. The 6 by Exhibit caters to visual artists of any medium. One dimension of each creation must measure 6″ before framing. Each artist may submit up to 3 pieces of original work, no prints or massproduced work please. Participants 18 years old and above. $30 for first entry, up to 2 additional entries at $15 each. Deadline: August 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 910-433-2986.

The Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, VA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 8 – November 14, 2026. Awards include Best in Show $750, 2nd $400, 3rd $200, 3 Awards of Merit: $75 each, 3 Recognitions for Body of Work, 3 Judges Choice Recognitions. Juror: Whitney Brock. Works will be accepted in numerous media including, but not limited to, painting, drawing, print-making, collage, mixed media, photography, mosaics, sculpture, fabric, ceramics, wood and glass. $45 for up to 3 entries, additional $10 for 4th entry. Deadline: August 11, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 540-586-4235.

Hill Country Arts Focus announces a call to artists for a juried exhibition, October 1-31, 2026 in Georgetown, Texas. $1,000 for Best in Show; plus an additional $3,000+ in cash or prizes for First, Second, Third in each of six categories of art. Open to any Texas artist age 16+. Artworks are accepted in one of six categories: 2D Representational, 2D Abstract, 3D Representational, 3D Abstract, Photography, and Digital Art. Artwork must be no larger than 48 inches on any side and no smaller than 20 inches on any side. Maximum weight of 50 lbs. for 3D artworks. $45 for up to 3 works; $55 for 4 or 5 works; maximum of 5 works may be entered. Deadline: August 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 508-423-8504.

The Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin seeks artists for the 62nd Annual Art Harvest, November 7-8, 2026 at Highlander Park in Dunedin, FL. $10,000 in awards. Eligible media categories: Ceramics, Digital Art, Fibers, Glass, Graphics, Jewelry, Metal, Mixed Media, Oil/Acrylic, Photography, Sculpture, Watercolors, Wood. Please read prospectus for complete guidelines. $40 application fee. Deadline: August 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 727.738.5523.

The Dutch Art Gallery in Dallas, Texas announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibit, October 3 – November 21, 2026. $1750 in awards. 3-person jury panel – Not yet chosen. Seeking 2D artwork: oil, acrylic, colored pencil, watercolor, pastel, charcoal and/or mixed media. No photography. No sculpture. No crafts. No AI. $60 entry fee. Deadline: August 30, 2026 | Midnight (CST). More info.

The Old Depot Association seeks artists for two juried Art and Craft fairs in downtown Black Mountain, NC: a Spring Show on June 6th and a Fall Show on October 24th. All work must be designed and executed by the accepted artist. No imported or buy/sell goods will be accepted. Work made from kits of any kind are not acceptable. Stuffed animals and/or dolls must be handmade, not decorated commercial products. All new and returning artists must be juried each year. $15 jury fee and $155 both fee per show. Deadline: May 1st for Spring Show, Sept 1st for Fall Show. More info. Contact: email or call 828-231-0640.

Artists and artisans worldwide are invited to apply for the Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, held February 12-14, 2027 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, FL. Awards: Best in Show, Best New Artist & Artist Choice. Eligible media: Basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. $35 Application fee. Deadline: November 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 561-822-5440.

The Cedar Key Arts Center seeks artists for the Old Florida Celebration of the Arts, April 3-4, 2027 at 457 2nd Street in Cedar Key, FL. $8,500 in prizes. Fine Artists in a wide variety of mediums including painting, drawing, photography, ceramics, wood, glass, and jewelry are welcome to apply. $25 application fee. Deadline: November 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 352-214-1944.

Art in Public Places announces a call to artists for The Loop Music & Art Festival, April 9 & 10, 2027 at Porter Park Plaza in Dothan, Alabama. $3500 in awards. Applications are reviewed and selected by the Loop’s artistic director based on originality, quality, booth presentation, and creative excellence standards. Categories: 1. Two-dimensional, 2. Three-dimensional/Sculpture, 3. Mixed Media, 4. Jewelry, 5. Fiber, 6. Photography, 7. Printmaking, and 8. Natural Materials. $40 application fee. Deadline: December 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email