Art Competitions, Juried Exhibitions, Art Festivals and Shows
National
Call for Artists
Jun15

National Call for Entry! Made in the USA: Breath of Freedom
The Artists Gallery (TAG) in Los Angeles, California invites residents of the United States, 18 years or older, to submit artwork for a juried art exhibition, July 15 – July 31 titled Made in the USA: Breath of Freedom. Cash Awards: 1st Place – $600, 2nd Place – $300, 3rd Place – $100. Certificates of Excellence for represented mediums. Juror: James Panozzo. This call for art is open to interpretation, with various styles and mediums accepted. Artists may submit paintings, drawings, photography, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture, digital art, 3D / Installation, and video art. No AI. $40 entry fee. Deadline: June 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 323-297-3061.
International
Call for Artists
Jun15

Seattle Art Fair | Grand Art Fiesta
TERAVARNA announces a call to all artists as it marks its second entry at the Seattle Art Fair, July 23-26, 2026 at the Lumen Field Event Center, Seattle, WA. Selected artists will receive worldwide exposure & media hype! No cost to showcase your winning artwork – just pure opportunity! Entry fee of $29/artwork for physical display and $15/artwork for digital display. Deadline: June 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.
National
Call for Artists
Jun19

Sea to Shining Sea
The Blaine Arts Council announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 11 – August 9, 2026 at the Blaine Art Gallery in Blaine, WA. We welcome submissions in all mediums, including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, jewelry, printmaking, fiber arts, ceramics, and digital art (please note: motion media cannot be accepted at this time). $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 310-699-2863.
National
Call for Artists
Jun22

Visions In Clay Call for Entries
San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 27 – September 24, 2026 at the LH Horton Gallery. Awards: $800 | $600 | $400 | $300. Juror: Cynthia de Bos, Artists’ Legacy Foundation. Open to artists residing in the U.S. Ceramic works of any thematic and stylistic presentation are accepted for entry. Clay must be the primary medium. Artwork may not exceed 4ft. in any dimension. $30 for 1-3 entries, $5 each additional entry. Deadline: June 22, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 209-954-5507.
Regional
Call for Artists
Jun26

53rd Annual Steamboat Creates Art in the Park Call for Artists
Steamboat Creates announces a call to artists for the 53rd Annual Art in the Park, to be held July 11-12, 2026 at West Lincoln Park in Steamboat Springs, CO. Categories: Clay (functional or sculptural), Fiber (sculptural, wearable, leather or other), Fine Art 2D (digital, mixed media, painting, pencil or photography), Glass (functional or sculptural), Jewelry, Kidspot (activity, apparel, toys or other), Metal (functional or sculptural), Wood (functional or sculptural), Food (service or retail products), Other. Early Bird Deadline: April 11, 2026 = $35 Application fee, Late Applications: April 12-June 26 = $75 Application fee. More info. Contact: email or call 970-879-9008.
National
Call for Artists
Jul15

Meeker Classic Sheepdog Art & Photography Show and Sale
The Meeker Classic Sheepdog Championship Trials seeks entries for an art & photography show, September 9-13, 2026 at Wilber Barn at Ute Park in Meeker, Colorado. $1500 Fine Art Best of Show Plus Media Feature, $500 Photography Best of Show, plus multiple other awards in both categories. Juror: John Kobald. Open to all artists aged 15 years and older. The theme of artwork entries must reflect sheepdog trials (Sheep, dog or Handler) in order to be eligible for the judging for the contest; the theme must have two of the three subjects (sheep, dog, handler) in the work. **Work can still be entered and sold regardless of the judging. Entries must be original artwork not previously entered in a Meeker Classic Art Contest. Any reproducible medium is acceptable. No sculptures or digital art. Photography Class: Digital enhancement of images to improve photographic quality and impact is allowed. $35 per submission. Deadline: July 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 541-670-8415.
International
Call for Artists
Jul17

Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2026
The Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize is an annual non-acquisitive international art prize that celebrates diversity and excellence in the representational visual arts. $77,000 USD in cash & prizes in seven award categories. Jury panel. Winners will be invited to participate in the prestigious Beautiful Bizarre Magazine exhibition at Modern Eden Gallery in San Francisco, CA alongside 100+ of the world’s best contemporary representational artists, November 7, 2026 – January 7, 2027. Open to all static mediums including Traditional Art media, Digital Art media, and Photographic media; and all styles including realism, imaginative realism, hyperrealism, surrealism, dark art, pop surrealism, super flat, lowbrow etc. $40 entry fee. Deadline: July 17, 2026. More info. Contact: email
International
Call for Artists
Jul21

Beverly Hills Art Show
The City of Beverly Hills announces a call to artists for the Beverly Hills Art Show, held October 17 & 18, 2026 at Beverly Gardens Park. $5100.00 in awards. Open to artists around the world. Ten art and craft categories are featured, with an emphasis on fine art. $35 application fee through July 14; $55 application fee July 15-21. Deadline: July 21, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 310-285-6830.
National
Call for Artists
Jul31

43rd Annual Wallowa Valley Arts Festival
The Josephy Center for Arts & Culture invites artists to submit entries for the 43rd Annual Wallowa Valley Arts Festival, the largest juried fine art exhibition in Eastern Oregon. The festival takes place September 18-20, 2026 in the scenic town of Joseph, OR. $4,000 in awards. Eligible media include: painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography, glass, ceramics, fiber, jewelry, mixed media, and digital art. $50 for up to 3 works. Deadline: July 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 541-432-0505.
International
Call for Artists
Aug3

San Diego’s Finest Art Show 2026
Art Scene West in San Diego, California announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 24 – October 18, 2026. Awards: 1st – $250 | 2nd – $150 | 3rd – $100 | 3 Honorable Mentions – Special Recognition. Juror: Christopher Paluso. All 2D and 3D artwork styles, mediums, subject matter, and genre’s are welcomed to submit. Artworks must be an original creation by the artist submitting. $35 entry fee. Deadline: August 3, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 619-724-0167.
National
Call for Artists
Aug14
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Victor Celebrates the Arts
Plein Air artists from around the country are invited to paint on location in the City of Victor, CO during the 26th anniversary of Victor Celebrates the Arts. Professional and Emerging artists participate in painting various scenes in and around our historic town and many nearby legendary 1890s gold mining sites. All paintings must be painted en plein air – on site, directly from life – within a 10-mile radius of Victor City Hall during the week before the show and sale. $4,000+ will be awarded. Our show is judged by an established and respected professional artist, and original works produced for the show will be available for sale in the gallery at the Victor Elks Lodge, September 4-7, 2026. $50 registration fee. Deadline: August 14, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 719-286-0815.
Regional
Call for Artists
Aug14

2026 Main Street Gallery Fine Art Show & Sale
Main Street Gallery invites you to enter the 2026 Fine Art Show across from the beautiful Founders Plaza in Historic Downtown Brighton, Colorado. The exhibit runs October 9-28, 2026. $2,500 in awards. Juror: Dan Oakleaf. Artist must be 18 years or older. Artwork categories include Oil, Acrylic, Watercolor, Mixed Media, Pastel/Drawing & Scratchboard. Artwork must be original in both concept and execution, appropriate for all audiences in a general public venue. Copies, kits, work done in class, crafts, jewelry, fiber, photography, video, digital prints or AI generated works will not be accepted. All accepted artwork must be Hand Delivered Sept 30th through Oct 3rd. $35 for two entries, $10 for the third. Deadline: August 14, 2026. Applications must be completed online through CaFÉ (callforentry.org). Contact: email or call 303-902-3474.
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