Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 1-30, 2026. $150 Best in Show. Juror: Carl Grauer. Artists 18 years and older living in the United States are invited to submit up to three works of original fine art (no reproduction prints, example: a giclee of a watercolor). Limited to 2-dimensional artwork. Accepted Media: Painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, collage. Work must be for sale. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

Allied Artists of America announces a call to artists for both an Online Exhibition (Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 1, 2027) and an Invitational Exhibit at the Reading Public Museum, PA (Sep 15, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027). $45,000 in awards. Juror: Tim Newton, publisher emeritus of Western Art and Architecture, chairman emeritus of the Salmagundi Club, and noted art curator. Open to artists worldwide, 18 years or older. Membership is not required. Eligible media include: Oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, graphic, mixed media, and sculpture. No photography, digital art, or AI-generated work. Works don’t have to be for sale. No POR (Price upon request). Please see prospectus for size and weight limits. $65 entry fee for the first work, $15 for the second work. Deadline: June 17, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Art League of Ocean City, MD seeks entries for a judged photography exhibition, July 3 – August 1, 2026. $1,000 in awards. Judges: Tom Kennedy & Jim Motsko. This opportunity emphasizes the spirit of discovery, showcasing the connection between travel and the natural environment. The Global Travel Photo Contest encourages participants to capture and share the awe-inspiring moments that connect people globally, whether through the thrill of sportfishing or the art of photography. Open to all global travel photography. Work must be created in the past three years and never before shown at an Art League judged show. Artist must be 18 years or older. $10 per photo. Deadline: June 22, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 410-524-9433.

The New England Sculptors Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 23 – November 14, 2026 at Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis, MA. $250 awards will be given for Juror’s Choice and People’s Choice Awards, both for indoor and outdoor exhibitions (four $250 awards in total). Jurors: Benton Jones (Director of Art, Cape Cod Museum of Art) and Samuel Tager (Executive Director, Provincetown Public Art Foundation). All types of 3D works will be considered – freestanding, pedestal, wall. Maximum size for free standing sculpture: 72″h x 36″w x 36″d. Maximum size for pedestal sculpture: 40″h x 18″w x 18″d. $25 entry fee. Deadline: June 26, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 617-962-2162.

MvVO ART seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 21-27, 2026 at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Artists from New York, US and International are invited to apply in a variety of mediums: painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, works on paper, textile, digital, and video art. $75 to apply. Once selected artists have different options to choose from. Deadline: June 27, 2026. More info. Contact: email

SlowArt Productions seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 3-26, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all interpretations of the concept, Strange Figurations. Included are all media, techniques and styles focusing on the surreal, visionary, fantastic and out of the ordinary art forms. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

River Art Works in Greensburg, PA seeks participants for an Art Tournament, July 3 & 4, 2026 during the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival at Twin Lakes. Showcase your artistic talent and compete for cash prizes each round! This is an individual and family art competition. We supply acrylics and tools, canvas. Half hour to produce art. This is meant to bring art to a broader audience and have fun while doing it. Adults: $22; Children: $13. Deadline: July 4, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 724-547-4121.

PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury, VT seeks entries for an upcoming juried exhibition, September 4-26, 2026. Juror’s Award $300, Director’s Award $200, 3 Honorable Mentions $50. Juror: Sam Wang. We welcome work that embraces cyanotype in all its forms, including traditional contact prints, camera-made cyanotypes, photograms, digital negative prints, toned and wet cyanotypes, alternative substrates, mixed-media works, and experimental approaches. Subject matter is open, but cyanotype should serve as a primary component of the finished work. $39 for 5 images, $6 for each additional image. Deadline: July 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Aplomb Gallery in Dover, NH announces a call to artists for an upcoming art exhibition, September 4 – October 31, 2026. Juror: Danielle Festa. Artists are invited to submit 1 to 20 works inspired by the theme “Stand By Me,” with the prompt as it relates to allyship. Interpretations may be abstract or representational and is not limited to figurative work. Two-dimensional work must be securely ready to hang, either framed or gallery-wrapped with painted sides and wired or hooks to be suspended by our hanging system. Three dimensional work in all mediums will be considered. Multimedia works are also accepted. $35 entry fee. Deadline: July 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 603-208-3300.

The Guild of Boston Artists announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 29 – September 26, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. Over $2,500 in various cash awards. Jurors: Zufar Bikbov, Todd M. Casey, Lynne Mehlman. The New England Regional Juried Exhibition features the best of representational painting, drawing, and sculpture by regional artists who work in the realist tradition. Work must be representational. Accepted painting and drawing media include oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite, charcoal, scratchboard, pen and ink, and pencil. Please check if using any other medium. Please view the prospectus and apply on our website. $50 for up to 3 images. Deadline: July 18, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 617-536-7660.

The Rehoboth Art League in Rehoboth Beach, DE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 21 – September 20, 2026. Best in Show: $1,500, 3 Awards of Excellence: $250 each, 2 Honorable Mentions: $125 each. Juror: Lynn Marsden-Atlass. Fine art works in both 2-D and 3-D media are accepted. $25 for members, $45 for non-members. Deadline: July 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (302) 227-8408.

The Academic Artists Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 1-31, 2026 at the New Hartford Artisans Guild Gallery in New Hartford, CT. $9,000 in awards. Juror: Wende Caporale-Greene. Open to all living U.S. artists. Any original representational art in the categories of Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Graphics, Pastels and Sculpture will be considered. Note: Casein and Egg Tempera will be judged with Acrylics. Submissions must have been completed within the past 5 years. Submissions must be the artist’s original composition. No photographs, giclées, digital prints, or artwork done in a class or under an instructor’s guidance. Absolutely no AI assisted or digitally created artwork! $55 entry fee. Deadline: August 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 413-667-3346.

6 Bridges Gallery announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 7 – November 14, 2026 in Maynard, MA. 3 Awards will be offered. Juror: Claudia Fiks. Open to all media except video or any AI-generated art. $35 for the first entry, $5 each for second and third. Deadline: August 16, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 978.897.3825.

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for their 2027 solo or small group exhibition program, February 6, 2027 through March 14, 2027. Jurors: Paola Bari, Mary Ann Glass. All 2-dimensional artwork will be considered: Painting, Printmaking, Fiber, Functional, Photography, and Mixed Media. Proposals may include multiple disciplines. $40 entry fee. Deadline: August 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

SlowArt Productions announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 8-31, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all work that includes and/or is based on the portrayal and interpretation of the human head. $35 entry fee. Deadline: August 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

The Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 27 – November 13, 2026 at Salmagundi Club in New York, NY. More than $18,000 in awards. Open to Women artists, 18 + years old. 3D and 2D work: sculpture, painting, drawing, mixed media, pastel, collage. See prospectus for more information and details about eligibility. Prospectus available beginning June 1, 2026. Elected member: $45 + $10 for 1 addl.; Assoc. member: $55 + $10 for 1 addl.; Non-member: $75 + $20 for 1 addl. Deadline: September 1, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 201-429-2223.

The Miniature Painters, Sculptors & Gravers Society of Washington, D.C. announces a call to artists for their annual juried art exhibition, November 21, 2026 – January 9, 2027 at Strathmore Mansion in Rockville, Maryland. $8,000 in awards. Juror: Janet Belich, Award-Winning Watercolorist. Original works in any traditional media, prints from original plates, or sculptures will be considered for exhibition, provided they have not been exhibited in a previous MPSGS show. Crafts and artworks produced by photographic, giclee, laser, or digital techniques will not be accepted. The image, excluding mat and frame, must not exceed 25 square inches (156 sq cm, i.e., 5×5″, 4×6″). The outside dimension of the frame must not exceed 56 square inches (360 sq cm, i.e., 7×8″). Sculptures must not exceed 6 inches (15 cm) in any dimension including the base. All works must be for sale. Up to three works may be submitted, and the entry fee covers up to three works. Members: $35. Non-members: mail in art – $55; hand deliver art – $40. Deadline: September 5, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 301-538-3103.

The Wayne Art Center in Wayne, PA seeks entries for CraftForms, December 5, 2026 – January 23, 2027. $12,000 in cash prizes. Jurors: Dr. Robert K. Liu and Patrick Benesh-Liu. Artists must be 18 years of age or older. Works submitted must be original in design. Collaborative works are accepted. Work derivative of other artists or work created in a workshop with the aid of an instructor is not eligible. Work must have been completed in the last two years (Created after January 1, 2024). Work previously exhibited at Wayne Art Center is not eligible. $50 entry fee. Deadline: September 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 610-688-3553.

The Rehoboth Art League in Rehoboth Beach, DE seeks entries for their annual juried photography exhibition, January 8 – February 7, 2027. 1st Place: $500, 2nd Place: $250, 3rd Place: $150. Juror: André Wright Jr. This call is only open to artists living in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and Washington D.C. and is open to both members and non-members of RAL. All subjects and styles are eligible from traditional to contemporary. $25 for RAL members. $45 for non-members. Deadline: November 16, 2026 (4pm). More info. Contact: email or call 302-227-8408.

Columbia City Gallery in Seattle, WA is honored to announce a call for entries for its 18th Annual Juried Exhibit, August 26 – October 4, 2026. $500 First place; $300 Second place; and $200 Third place. Jurors: Avery Barnes of Avery Barnes Gallery and James Coley, King Street Station Program Lead of the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture. All artists working in 2D and/or 3D media are encouraged to submit artwork completed within the past 3 years that reflects the theme of Unwavering Hope. This exhibit aims to highlight the radical act of hope in today’s harrowing political climate. We ask artists to share works depicting ideas or subjects that fill them with promise, uplifting hopeful perspectives that matter to them and merit more visibility. We highly encourage artists local to the Greater Seattle Area and the Pacific Northwest to apply, but this opportunity is open to artists worldwide. Please note, however, that shipping costs will be the artists’ responsibility. $30 entry fee. Deadline: June 7, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 206-760-9843.

Art Source Gallery in Boise, Idaho seeks entries for the Pacific Northwest 22nd Annual Juried Exhibition, June 29 – August 1, 2026. Over $1100 in prize money for Best of Show for 2D, Best of Show for 3D, First, Second and Third Place. Juror: Katy Shanafelt. Open to all fine artists from Idaho, Washington, and Oregon, working in visual media (no video, crafts or installation pieces). All work must be original and completed in the last 3 years. Work should be less than 40″ framed in either direction. Artists may submit up to 3 works of art for a $40 fee. Deadline: June 9, 2026. Apply online. Contact: email or call 208-830-6161.

Oil Painters of America announces a call to artists for the 2026 National Juried Salon, to be hosted by Cassens Fine Art, in Hamilton, Montana, July 31 – August 29, 2026. $20,000 in cash & merchandise. Juror: James Crandall OPAM. Seeking oil paintings no larger than 320 sq inches. $35 for one entry; $50 for two; $60 for three. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 815-356-5987.

Black Box Gallery in Portland, Oregon seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, July 1-25, 2026. 24 photographs will be selected for exhibiton at the gallery. An additional 30 photographs will be displayed online. Juror: Todd Johnson. Open to all photographers from around the world. $40 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 503-804-5032.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Blue Cat Gallery & Studio in Wayne, NE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, July 9 – August 8, 2026. Awards: 1st ($250), 2nd ($175), 3rd ($125) and People’s Choice ($75). Juror: Christopher Atkins. Open to artists of all career levels from emerging to professional, 18 years of age or older. Artwork must have been created in the last five years (and not previously accepted to Signs of Rural Life juried exhibition). Max Size: no side larger than 50 inches. 3-D work: no more than 18″ wide or deep. Any media including painting, works on paper, printmaking, photography, sculpture (excluding installation art). Works must be display ready, but do not need to be for sale. $30 for up to 5 works. Deadline: June 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 402-454-5144.

Harper College in Palatine, IL announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, September 8 – October 15, 2026. Purchase awards, accepted artists may be selected for a solo show at Harper College. Juror: Dan Devening, Chicago-based artist, educator, curator, gallerist and writer. Small Works is a national juried show of artwork no more than 24″ in its largest dimension (including frame). All media are eligible except jewelry, film/video. All entries are judged from digital files. $30 for 3 entries. Deadline: June 15, 2026 (end of day). More info. Contact: email

Indiana artists are invited to apply for the Monument Circle Art Fair, October 10, 2026 at Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Indianapolis, IN. Juror: Sandy Walker. Categories include Clay, Digital art, Culinary art, Drawing & Pastel, Fiber, Glass, Graphic Design, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Wood. $20 application fee, $135 booth fee. Deadline: June 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 765-702-0551.

The Cincinnati based non-profit arts organization and gallery, Manifest, invites visual artists and designers to submit original lens-based works that explore the orientation of time. Includes honorarium of $50 for each exhibiting artist and Grand Jury Award of $1,000 for one jury-selected work from among the exhibits on view. Open to all traditional and non-traditional photographic and light-based genre and media. The exhibit runs September 25 – October 23, 2026 and is supported by FotoFocus as a participating venue project of the 2026 FotoFocus Biennial. $45 for up to 3 entries. $5 per each add’l entry. Deadline: June 28, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 513-861-3638.

Artists from across the country are invited to apply for the Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art, held September 26-27, 2026 along the Ohio River in Downtown Madison, Indiana. Awards for Best in Show, Best Presentation, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Fine Art, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Fine Craft. Categories: painting (artists may sell prints but must include originals), drawing, photography, sculpture, weaving, folk art, jewelry, fiber, wood, baskets, clay, glass, paper, printmaking, mixed media, candles and soap, and leather. Individual consideration of a media not listed may be given upon request. All work must be handmade, individually designed by the artist, and signed. Items made from kitwork or patterns and items manufactured or mass-produced are not allowed. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 800-559-2956.

The Northwest Art Center at Minot State University in Minot, ND seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 20 through October 3, 2026. $2500 in Cash and Purchase Awards. Juror: Sarah J Conti. Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, including photographs, qualify. All artworks must be original. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an INT’L exhibition. 2 entries/$30; Additional Entries: $5 each. Maximum of five entries allowed. Deadline: July 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 701-858-3264.

The Northville Art House in Northville, MI seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, October 2-31, 2026. $750 plus in cash and prizes. Juror: Jean-Paul Aboudib. Off-Center invites artists to push the boundaries of art imagery with works that inspire thought, provoke emotion, and induce awe. From the bizarre and emotive to the fantastic and inspirational, this exhibition strives to surprise and thrill visitors. Artist, 18 and over, in the U.S. may submit up to 3 works of art, maximum size 60 inches, not previously exhibited at the Art House. Any media except film, video, electronic or AI-generated. $30-$40 entry fee. Deadline: July 27, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.

The Northville Art House in Northville, MI announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 13 – December 18, 2026. $700 plus in cash and prizes. Artists in the U.S may submit up to 4 works, 16 inches or less including any frame, not previously exhibited at the Art House. Any media except film, video, electronic, or AI-generated. $30-$40 entry fee. Deadline: August 31, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.

The Bennett Prize is a stipend/grant-in-aid program established by American art collectors Steven Alan Bennett and Dr. Elaine Melotti Schmidt to support women figurative realist painters. The Bennett Prize, administered by The Muskegon Museum of Art (MMA), is awarded biennially and provides $75,000 over two consecutive years ($37,500 annually). Ten (10) finalists will be selected to participate in a traveling exhibition organized by the MMA and the winner will be showcased in a solo exhibition at the close of her grant. A runner up award of $10,000 will be given to one additional finalist. Open only to women 18 years or older who reside at least part time in the United States (U.S. citizenship not required) and who paint figurative realist paintings. Artists may not be enrolled in school and must be currently pursuing or hope to pursue a career as a full-time painter. No students or artists who have received a prior award or grant of $35,000 or have sold any single work of art for $35,000 or more. $50 entry fee. Deadline: September 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 231-720-2583.

Artists are invited to apply for the Crystal Bridges Museum Art Fair, to be held October 3-4, 2026 at Heartland Whole Health Institute in Bentonville, Arkansas. Best of Show – $2500, People’s Choice – $1000, Best in Category 2D – $500, Best in Category 3D – $500, Best in Category Jewelry/Wearables – $500. All artwork must be for sale, created and produced by the artist – see prospectus for details. Eligible Categories: Ceramics, Drawing/Painting, Jewelry, Glass, Wood, Metal/Iron, Photography, Textile, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Digital Art. Application Fee: $40. Deadline: June 5, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (479) 418-5700.

The Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, VA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, Aug 13 – Sep 26, 2026. Best in Show $750, 2nd $400, 3rd $200, Minimum of 3 Awards of Merit: $75 each, 3 Recognitions for Body of Work. Juror: Elsabé J. Dixon. Works will be accepted in numerous media including, but not limited to, painting, drawing, print-making, collage, mixed media, kinetic art/mobiles, photography, mosaics, sculpture, fabric, and glass. 2-D or 3-D: Any media, wall-hung, suspended or free standing. Regardless of the medium this exhibit is meant to express the excitement of movement. $45 for 3 artworks / $55 for 4. Deadline: June 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 540-586-4235.

LeMieux Galleries in New Orleans announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 1 – September 12, 2026 (Works will need to be available July 23 – September 27). The jury winning artist will receive a Solo Show at the Gallery. Jurors: Don Marshall and Kaori Maeyama. All original mediums are welcome. Preferred size of works is smaller than 48×48 inches. No giclees or reproductions of works. Photography and digital works are welcome. Entry fee: $40 for 3-5 entries. Deadline: June 9, 2026 Midnight. Apply online. Contact: email or call 504-522-5988.

The Weaverville Business Association & The Town of Weaverville seek artists for Art in Autumn, Saturday, September 19, 2026 on Main Street in Weaverville, North Carolina. Best of Show – $1,000, Second Place – $500, Third Place – $250, 4 Honorable Mentions – $50 each. Juror: Sarah Rolland. Art in Autumn welcomes applications from artists working in a variety of mediums. All applicants are required to submit four images for the jury process: three images representing current, original work of excellent quality, and one booth display image. All submitted work must be designed and created by the artist. Please note that no critiques or feedback will be provided during the jury process. Accepted categories include: two-dimensional art, basketry, ceramics, digital art, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, photography, sculpture, and wood. $35 Application Fee, $175 Booth Fee. Deadline: June 13, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 828-378-6772.

Artists are invited to apply for the 14th Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival, held July 4, 2026 at Hill Country Galleria in Austin, Texas. Attendance: 30,000 customers. Fireworks, 2 blocks of carnival rides, only 40 art vendors accepted. Texas top income zip codes. Free admission. Seeking arts and crafts, photography, fine arts, sculpture. $25 application fee, $250 10×10 booth space. Deadline: June 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Asheville Quilt Guild seeks entries for the annual Asheville Quilt Show, August 13-15, 2026 at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC. $13,000 in prize money. 21 different categories of quilts accepted. $20 for online entry, $25 for manual, AQG members free entry. Deadline: June 19, 2026. More info.

The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Inc. in Kearneysville, WV announces a call to artists for the 50th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival, held September 25-27, 2026 at the Jefferson County WV Fairgrounds. Best in Show Award ($400 value). Eligible media: Handmade Fine Arts & Crafts in a multitude of mediums. Jury Fee: $30. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 304-725-2055.

The Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, September 4-25, 2026. $1000 Best in Show and more! Juror: Kiera Hight. Open to U.S. residents, 18 years or older. Photographs must be original photographs or photographically derived work, and not done under supervision. All work submitted must be suitably prepared for installation. 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, 2021, and not previously exhibited in a Lynchburg juried photography show. $45 entry fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 434-528-3256.

Artists worldwide are invited to submit entries for the 13th Annual Fl3TCH3R Exhibit, to be held August 7 – September 27, 2026 at Fischman Gallery in Johnson City, TN. Greater than $2000 in individual awards. Juror: Jessica “JB” Burke. Submissions will be accepted in the categories of audio/sound, ceramics, digital, fiber, glass, graphic design, jewelry/metals, mixed media (2D and 3D), painting, performance/installation (via video), photography, printmaking, book arts, sculpture, video/film, medical/health care and other. $40 for up to 3 entries / $10 per add’l entry. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 423-534-9827.

The Museum of the Southwest in Midland, TX seeks artists for SeptemberFest 2026. Artists must be present to show their own work September 11th – 13th. No commercially manufactured items or supplies and kits. Eligible media includes: Fine art prints of original work (must be sold in conjunction with original work and clearly labled as reproductions), Ceramics, Jewelry and Metal-Smith, One-of-a-kind Leather items, Photography, Fiber, Painting, and Woodworking. $20 Application Fee, $250 Single Booth, $350 Double Booth. Deadline: July 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 432-237-9102.

Embracing Our Differences invites artists worldwide to submit original artwork for the 2027 international outdoor exhibition in Sarasota and St. Petersburg, Florida. Up to $6,000 in awards. Each year, 50 works are selected and reproduced on billboard-sized panels displayed in public parks, paired with thought-provoking quotations exploring themes of inclusion, kindness, resilience, and shared humanity. The exhibition attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and is part of a broader educational initiative reaching thousands of students and educators. Artists of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate. Free entry. Deadline: July 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 941-404-5710.

Jag Gallery in Key West, FL announces a call to artists for Poolside, a popular juried exhibit now in its 7th year, with “Swimming Pool(s)” as part of the subject or the main subject. Accepted artwork will be shown at the gallery, August 5-30 2026, and also available online. Trophies for: Juror’s Choice (1), Honorable Mention (3), Peoples Choice Award (1). Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Original 2 and 3 D artwork (no AI). Work eligible for consideration includes painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, ceramics, photography, textiles and monoprints. Finished work must not exceed 40 inches. $35 per entry. Maximum of 5 entries. Deadline: July 5, 2026 11:59 p.m. EDT. More info. Contact: email or call 305.407.6202.

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

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.

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.

PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury, VT seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, August 7-29, 2026. Juror’s Award $300, Director’s Award $200, 3 Honorable Mentions $50. Jurors: Paula Tognarelli and Zach Hoffman. Open to all photographers 18 years of age and up. $39 for 5 images, $6 for each additional image. Deadline: June 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 1-30, 2026. $150 Best in Show. Juror: Carl Grauer. Artists 18 years and older living in the United States are invited to submit up to three works of original fine art (no reproduction prints, example: a giclee of a watercolor). Limited to 2-dimensional artwork. Accepted Media: Painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, collage. Work must be for sale. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

Allied Artists of America announces a call to artists for both an Online Exhibition (Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 1, 2027) and an Invitational Exhibit at the Reading Public Museum, PA (Sep 15, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027). $45,000 in awards. Juror: Tim Newton, publisher emeritus of Western Art and Architecture, chairman emeritus of the Salmagundi Club, and noted art curator. Open to artists worldwide, 18 years or older. Membership is not required. Eligible media include: Oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, graphic, mixed media, and sculpture. No photography, digital art, or AI-generated work. Works don’t have to be for sale. No POR (Price upon request). Please see prospectus for size and weight limits. $65 entry fee for the first work, $15 for the second work. Deadline: June 17, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Art League of Ocean City, MD seeks entries for a judged photography exhibition, July 3 – August 1, 2026. $1,000 in awards. Judges: Tom Kennedy & Jim Motsko. This opportunity emphasizes the spirit of discovery, showcasing the connection between travel and the natural environment. The Global Travel Photo Contest encourages participants to capture and share the awe-inspiring moments that connect people globally, whether through the thrill of sportfishing or the art of photography. Open to all global travel photography. Work must be created in the past three years and never before shown at an Art League judged show. Artist must be 18 years or older. $10 per photo. Deadline: June 22, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 410-524-9433.

The New England Sculptors Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 23 – November 14, 2026 at Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis, MA. $250 awards will be given for Juror’s Choice and People’s Choice Awards, both for indoor and outdoor exhibitions (four $250 awards in total). Jurors: Benton Jones (Director of Art, Cape Cod Museum of Art) and Samuel Tager (Executive Director, Provincetown Public Art Foundation). All types of 3D works will be considered – freestanding, pedestal, wall. Maximum size for free standing sculpture: 72″h x 36″w x 36″d. Maximum size for pedestal sculpture: 40″h x 18″w x 18″d. $25 entry fee. Deadline: June 26, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 617-962-2162.

MvVO ART seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 21-27, 2026 at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Artists from New York, US and International are invited to apply in a variety of mediums: painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, works on paper, textile, digital, and video art. $75 to apply. Once selected artists have different options to choose from. Deadline: June 27, 2026. More info. Contact: email

SlowArt Productions seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 3-26, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all interpretations of the concept, Strange Figurations. Included are all media, techniques and styles focusing on the surreal, visionary, fantastic and out of the ordinary art forms. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

River Art Works in Greensburg, PA seeks participants for an Art Tournament, July 3 & 4, 2026 during the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival at Twin Lakes. Showcase your artistic talent and compete for cash prizes each round! This is an individual and family art competition. We supply acrylics and tools, canvas. Half hour to produce art. This is meant to bring art to a broader audience and have fun while doing it. Adults: $22; Children: $13. Deadline: July 4, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 724-547-4121.

Aplomb Gallery in Dover, NH announces a call to artists for an upcoming art exhibition, September 4 – October 31, 2026. Juror: Danielle Festa. Artists are invited to submit 1 to 20 works inspired by the theme “Stand By Me,” with the prompt as it relates to allyship. Interpretations may be abstract or representational and is not limited to figurative work. Two-dimensional work must be securely ready to hang, either framed or gallery-wrapped with painted sides and wired or hooks to be suspended by our hanging system. Three dimensional work in all mediums will be considered. Multimedia works are also accepted. $35 entry fee. Deadline: July 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 603-208-3300.

The Guild of Boston Artists announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 29 – September 26, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. Over $2,500 in various cash awards. Jurors: Zufar Bikbov, Todd M. Casey, Lynne Mehlman. The New England Regional Juried Exhibition features the best of representational painting, drawing, and sculpture by regional artists who work in the realist tradition. Work must be representational. Accepted painting and drawing media include oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite, charcoal, scratchboard, pen and ink, and pencil. Please check if using any other medium. Please view the prospectus and apply on our website. $50 for up to 3 images. Deadline: July 18, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 617-536-7660.

The Rehoboth Art League in Rehoboth Beach, DE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 21 – September 20, 2026. Best in Show: $1,500, 3 Awards of Excellence: $250 each, 2 Honorable Mentions: $125 each. Juror: Lynn Marsden-Atlass. Fine art works in both 2-D and 3-D media are accepted. $25 for members, $45 for non-members. Deadline: July 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (302) 227-8408.

The Academic Artists Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 1-31, 2026 at the New Hartford Artisans Guild Gallery in New Hartford, CT. $9,000 in awards. Juror: Wende Caporale-Greene. Open to all living U.S. artists. Any original representational art in the categories of Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Graphics, Pastels and Sculpture will be considered. Note: Casein and Egg Tempera will be judged with Acrylics. Submissions must have been completed within the past 5 years. Submissions must be the artist’s original composition. No photographs, giclées, digital prints, or artwork done in a class or under an instructor’s guidance. Absolutely no AI assisted or digitally created artwork! $55 entry fee. Deadline: August 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 413-667-3346.

6 Bridges Gallery announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 7 – November 14, 2026 in Maynard, MA. 3 Awards will be offered. Juror: Claudia Fiks. Open to all media except video or any AI-generated art. $35 for the first entry, $5 each for second and third. Deadline: August 16, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 978.897.3825.

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for their 2027 solo or small group exhibition program, February 6, 2027 through March 14, 2027. Jurors: Paola Bari, Mary Ann Glass. All 2-dimensional artwork will be considered: Painting, Printmaking, Fiber, Functional, Photography, and Mixed Media. Proposals may include multiple disciplines. $40 entry fee. Deadline: August 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

SlowArt Productions announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 8-31, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all work that includes and/or is based on the portrayal and interpretation of the human head. $35 entry fee. Deadline: August 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

The Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 27 – November 13, 2026 at Salmagundi Club in New York, NY. More than $18,000 in awards. Open to Women artists, 18 + years old. 3D and 2D work: sculpture, painting, drawing, mixed media, pastel, collage. See prospectus for more information and details about eligibility. Prospectus available beginning June 1, 2026. Elected member: $45 + $10 for 1 addl.; Assoc. member: $55 + $10 for 1 addl.; Non-member: $75 + $20 for 1 addl. Deadline: September 1, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 201-429-2223.

The Wayne Art Center in Wayne, PA seeks entries for CraftForms, December 5, 2026 – January 23, 2027. $12,000 in cash prizes. Jurors: Dr. Robert K. Liu and Patrick Benesh-Liu. Artists must be 18 years of age or older. Works submitted must be original in design. Collaborative works are accepted. Work derivative of other artists or work created in a workshop with the aid of an instructor is not eligible. Work must have been completed in the last two years (Created after January 1, 2024). Work previously exhibited at Wayne Art Center is not eligible. $50 entry fee. Deadline: September 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 610-688-3553.

Visionary Art Collective invites artists to submit entries for The Midnight Garden, a curated exhibition exploring themes of growth, healing, resilience, and transformation. Selected works will be featured in a pop-up exhibition in Brooklyn, along with a virtual exhibition component and opportunities for publication and sales. $25 for 1-2 images, $30 for 3-4 images, $35 for 5-6 images. Deadline: May 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email

PhotoPlace Gallery in Middlebury, VT seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, August 7-29, 2026. Juror’s Award $300, Director’s Award $200, 3 Honorable Mentions $50. Jurors: Paula Tognarelli and Zach Hoffman. Open to all photographers 18 years of age and up. $39 for 5 images, $6 for each additional image. Deadline: June 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 1-30, 2026. $150 Best in Show. Juror: Carl Grauer. Artists 18 years and older living in the United States are invited to submit up to three works of original fine art (no reproduction prints, example: a giclee of a watercolor). Limited to 2-dimensional artwork. Accepted Media: Painting, drawing, photography, mixed media, collage. Work must be for sale. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

Allied Artists of America announces a call to artists for both an Online Exhibition (Sep 1, 2026 – Sep 1, 2027) and an Invitational Exhibit at the Reading Public Museum, PA (Sep 15, 2026 – Jan 3, 2027). $45,000 in awards. Juror: Tim Newton, publisher emeritus of Western Art and Architecture, chairman emeritus of the Salmagundi Club, and noted art curator. Open to artists worldwide, 18 years or older. Membership is not required. Eligible media include: Oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic, graphic, mixed media, and sculpture. No photography, digital art, or AI-generated work. Works don’t have to be for sale. No POR (Price upon request). Please see prospectus for size and weight limits. $65 entry fee for the first work, $15 for the second work. Deadline: June 17, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Art League of Ocean City, MD seeks entries for a judged photography exhibition, July 3 – August 1, 2026. $1,000 in awards. Judges: Tom Kennedy & Jim Motsko. This opportunity emphasizes the spirit of discovery, showcasing the connection between travel and the natural environment. The Global Travel Photo Contest encourages participants to capture and share the awe-inspiring moments that connect people globally, whether through the thrill of sportfishing or the art of photography. Open to all global travel photography. Work must be created in the past three years and never before shown at an Art League judged show. Artist must be 18 years or older. $10 per photo. Deadline: June 22, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 410-524-9433.

The New England Sculptors Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, July 23 – November 14, 2026 at Cape Cod Museum of Art in Dennis, MA. $250 awards will be given for Juror’s Choice and People’s Choice Awards, both for indoor and outdoor exhibitions (four $250 awards in total). Jurors: Benton Jones (Director of Art, Cape Cod Museum of Art) and Samuel Tager (Executive Director, Provincetown Public Art Foundation). All types of 3D works will be considered – freestanding, pedestal, wall. Maximum size for free standing sculpture: 72″h x 36″w x 36″d. Maximum size for pedestal sculpture: 40″h x 18″w x 18″d. $25 entry fee. Deadline: June 26, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 617-962-2162.

MvVO ART seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 21-27, 2026 at the Waldorf Astoria New York. Artists from New York, US and International are invited to apply in a variety of mediums: painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, works on paper, textile, digital, and video art. $75 to apply. Once selected artists have different options to choose from. Deadline: June 27, 2026. More info. Contact: email

SlowArt Productions seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, September 3-26, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all interpretations of the concept, Strange Figurations. Included are all media, techniques and styles focusing on the surreal, visionary, fantastic and out of the ordinary art forms. $35 entry fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

River Art Works in Greensburg, PA seeks participants for an Art Tournament, July 3 & 4, 2026 during the Westmoreland Arts and Heritage Festival at Twin Lakes. Showcase your artistic talent and compete for cash prizes each round! This is an individual and family art competition. We supply acrylics and tools, canvas. Half hour to produce art. This is meant to bring art to a broader audience and have fun while doing it. Adults: $22; Children: $13. Deadline: July 4, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 724-547-4121.

Aplomb Gallery in Dover, NH announces a call to artists for an upcoming art exhibition, September 4 – October 31, 2026. Juror: Danielle Festa. Artists are invited to submit 1 to 20 works inspired by the theme “Stand By Me,” with the prompt as it relates to allyship. Interpretations may be abstract or representational and is not limited to figurative work. Two-dimensional work must be securely ready to hang, either framed or gallery-wrapped with painted sides and wired or hooks to be suspended by our hanging system. Three dimensional work in all mediums will be considered. Multimedia works are also accepted. $35 entry fee. Deadline: July 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 603-208-3300.

The Guild of Boston Artists announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 29 – September 26, 2026 in Boston, Massachusetts. Over $2,500 in various cash awards. Jurors: Zufar Bikbov, Todd M. Casey, Lynne Mehlman. The New England Regional Juried Exhibition features the best of representational painting, drawing, and sculpture by regional artists who work in the realist tradition. Work must be representational. Accepted painting and drawing media include oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, pastel, graphite, charcoal, scratchboard, pen and ink, and pencil. Please check if using any other medium. Please view the prospectus and apply on our website. $50 for up to 3 images. Deadline: July 18, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 617-536-7660.

The Rehoboth Art League in Rehoboth Beach, DE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 21 – September 20, 2026. Best in Show: $1,500, 3 Awards of Excellence: $250 each, 2 Honorable Mentions: $125 each. Juror: Lynn Marsden-Atlass. Fine art works in both 2-D and 3-D media are accepted. $25 for members, $45 for non-members. Deadline: July 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (302) 227-8408.

The Academic Artists Association announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 1-31, 2026 at the New Hartford Artisans Guild Gallery in New Hartford, CT. $9,000 in awards. Juror: Wende Caporale-Greene. Open to all living U.S. artists. Any original representational art in the categories of Oils, Acrylics, Watercolors, Graphics, Pastels and Sculpture will be considered. Note: Casein and Egg Tempera will be judged with Acrylics. Submissions must have been completed within the past 5 years. Submissions must be the artist’s original composition. No photographs, giclées, digital prints, or artwork done in a class or under an instructor’s guidance. Absolutely no AI assisted or digitally created artwork! $55 entry fee. Deadline: August 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 413-667-3346.

6 Bridges Gallery announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 7 – November 14, 2026 in Maynard, MA. 3 Awards will be offered. Juror: Claudia Fiks. Open to all media except video or any AI-generated art. $35 for the first entry, $5 each for second and third. Deadline: August 16, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 978.897.3825.

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY announces a call to artists for their 2027 solo or small group exhibition program, February 6, 2027 through March 14, 2027. Jurors: Paola Bari, Mary Ann Glass. All 2-dimensional artwork will be considered: Painting, Printmaking, Fiber, Functional, Photography, and Mixed Media. Proposals may include multiple disciplines. $40 entry fee. Deadline: August 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

SlowArt Productions announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 8-31, 2026 at Limner Gallery in Hudson, NY. Juror: Limner Gallery Director. Open to all work that includes and/or is based on the portrayal and interpretation of the human head. $35 entry fee. Deadline: August 31, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 518-567-7858.

The Catharine Lorillard Wolfe Art Club announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 27 – November 13, 2026 at Salmagundi Club in New York, NY. More than $18,000 in awards. Open to Women artists, 18 + years old. 3D and 2D work: sculpture, painting, drawing, mixed media, pastel, collage. See prospectus for more information and details about eligibility. Prospectus available beginning June 1, 2026. Elected member: $45 + $10 for 1 addl.; Assoc. member: $55 + $10 for 1 addl.; Non-member: $75 + $20 for 1 addl. Deadline: September 1, 2026. More info. Questions? Call 201-429-2223.

The Wayne Art Center in Wayne, PA seeks entries for CraftForms, December 5, 2026 – January 23, 2027. $12,000 in cash prizes. Jurors: Dr. Robert K. Liu and Patrick Benesh-Liu. Artists must be 18 years of age or older. Works submitted must be original in design. Collaborative works are accepted. Work derivative of other artists or work created in a workshop with the aid of an instructor is not eligible. Work must have been completed in the last two years (Created after January 1, 2024). Work previously exhibited at Wayne Art Center is not eligible. $50 entry fee. Deadline: September 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 610-688-3553.

The Central Valley Community Foundation in Fresno, California & the Madera County Arts Council announce a call to artists. Approximately 8 proposals will be awarded $1,500 plus materials to complete a new work of art that reflects the theme of this Call for Proposals. Open to artists nationwide; however, all subject matter must be related to historic moments of the last 60 years (since 1966) in California’s Central San Joaquin Valley (Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, and Kings Counties) or national and/or international events that directly impacted the region. The Call for Proposals is open to visual artists and artisans working in all physical media including but not limited to oil & acrylic painting, watercolor & gouache, pastel, mixed media, printmaking, photography, drawing & sketching, fiber art, glass, ceramics, and woodworking. Work must be original and not have been produced prior to Proposal Selection. Central Valley Community Foundation is sole owner and rights-holder to all works created and funded by this project. No application fee. Deadline: May 29, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Artists worldwide are invited to apply for the Summerlin Festival of Arts, October 9-11, 2026 at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin in Las Vegas, NV. Eligible media: Basketry, Batik, Clay and ceramics, Drawings, Glass, Gourds, Jewelry, Leather crafts, Metalwork, Mixed-media, Painting (oil, acrylics), Paper, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Watercolor, Weaving/Fiber Art (No apparel), Wood crafts. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 2, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 702-234-5307.

Columbia City Gallery in Seattle, WA is honored to announce a call for entries for its 18th Annual Juried Exhibit, August 26 – October 4, 2026. $500 First place; $300 Second place; and $200 Third place. Jurors: Avery Barnes of Avery Barnes Gallery and James Coley, King Street Station Program Lead of the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture. All artists working in 2D and/or 3D media are encouraged to submit artwork completed within the past 3 years that reflects the theme of Unwavering Hope. This exhibit aims to highlight the radical act of hope in today’s harrowing political climate. We ask artists to share works depicting ideas or subjects that fill them with promise, uplifting hopeful perspectives that matter to them and merit more visibility. We highly encourage artists local to the Greater Seattle Area and the Pacific Northwest to apply, but this opportunity is open to artists worldwide. Please note, however, that shipping costs will be the artists’ responsibility. $30 entry fee. Deadline: June 7, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 206-760-9843.

Art Source Gallery in Boise, Idaho seeks entries for the Pacific Northwest 22nd Annual Juried Exhibition, June 29 – August 1, 2026. Over $1100 in prize money for Best of Show for 2D, Best of Show for 3D, First, Second and Third Place. Juror: Katy Shanafelt. Open to all fine artists from Idaho, Washington, and Oregon, working in visual media (no video, crafts or installation pieces). All work must be original and completed in the last 3 years. Work should be less than 40″ framed in either direction. Artists may submit up to 3 works of art for a $40 fee. Deadline: June 9, 2026. Apply online. Contact: email or call 208-830-6161.

Oil Painters of America announces a call to artists for the 2026 National Juried Salon, to be hosted by Cassens Fine Art, in Hamilton, Montana, July 31 – August 29, 2026. $20,000 in cash & merchandise. Juror: James Crandall OPAM. Seeking oil paintings no larger than 320 sq inches. $35 for one entry; $50 for two; $60 for three. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 815-356-5987.

Black Box Gallery in Portland, Oregon seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, July 1-25, 2026. 24 photographs will be selected for exhibiton at the gallery. An additional 30 photographs will be displayed online. Juror: Todd Johnson. Open to all photographers from around the world. $40 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 503-804-5032.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

The Central Valley Community Foundation in Fresno, California & the Madera County Arts Council announce a call to artists. Approximately 8 proposals will be awarded $1,500 plus materials to complete a new work of art that reflects the theme of this Call for Proposals. Open to artists nationwide; however, all subject matter must be related to historic moments of the last 60 years (since 1966) in California’s Central San Joaquin Valley (Merced, Mariposa, Madera, Fresno, Tulare, and Kings Counties) or national and/or international events that directly impacted the region. The Call for Proposals is open to visual artists and artisans working in all physical media including but not limited to oil & acrylic painting, watercolor & gouache, pastel, mixed media, printmaking, photography, drawing & sketching, fiber art, glass, ceramics, and woodworking. Work must be original and not have been produced prior to Proposal Selection. Central Valley Community Foundation is sole owner and rights-holder to all works created and funded by this project. No application fee. Deadline: May 29, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Artists worldwide are invited to apply for the Summerlin Festival of Arts, October 9-11, 2026 at The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin in Las Vegas, NV. Eligible media: Basketry, Batik, Clay and ceramics, Drawings, Glass, Gourds, Jewelry, Leather crafts, Metalwork, Mixed-media, Painting (oil, acrylics), Paper, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Watercolor, Weaving/Fiber Art (No apparel), Wood crafts. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 2, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 702-234-5307.

Columbia City Gallery in Seattle, WA is honored to announce a call for entries for its 18th Annual Juried Exhibit, August 26 – October 4, 2026. $500 First place; $300 Second place; and $200 Third place. Jurors: Avery Barnes of Avery Barnes Gallery and James Coley, King Street Station Program Lead of the Seattle Office of Arts & Culture. All artists working in 2D and/or 3D media are encouraged to submit artwork completed within the past 3 years that reflects the theme of Unwavering Hope. This exhibit aims to highlight the radical act of hope in today’s harrowing political climate. We ask artists to share works depicting ideas or subjects that fill them with promise, uplifting hopeful perspectives that matter to them and merit more visibility. We highly encourage artists local to the Greater Seattle Area and the Pacific Northwest to apply, but this opportunity is open to artists worldwide. Please note, however, that shipping costs will be the artists’ responsibility. $30 entry fee. Deadline: June 7, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 206-760-9843.

Art Source Gallery in Boise, Idaho seeks entries for the Pacific Northwest 22nd Annual Juried Exhibition, June 29 – August 1, 2026. Over $1100 in prize money for Best of Show for 2D, Best of Show for 3D, First, Second and Third Place. Juror: Katy Shanafelt. Open to all fine artists from Idaho, Washington, and Oregon, working in visual media (no video, crafts or installation pieces). All work must be original and completed in the last 3 years. Work should be less than 40″ framed in either direction. Artists may submit up to 3 works of art for a $40 fee. Deadline: June 9, 2026. Apply online. Contact: email or call 208-830-6161.

Oil Painters of America announces a call to artists for the 2026 National Juried Salon, to be hosted by Cassens Fine Art, in Hamilton, Montana, July 31 – August 29, 2026. $20,000 in cash & merchandise. Juror: James Crandall OPAM. Seeking oil paintings no larger than 320 sq inches. $35 for one entry; $50 for two; $60 for three. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 815-356-5987.

Black Box Gallery in Portland, Oregon seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, July 1-25, 2026. 24 photographs will be selected for exhibiton at the gallery. An additional 30 photographs will be displayed online. Juror: Todd Johnson. Open to all photographers from around the world. $40 entry fee. Deadline: June 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 503-804-5032.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Rock Falls Tourism seeks artists and artisans for the Art in the Park Outdoor Art Gallery, August 29, 2026 at the RB&W District Park in Rock Falls, IL. $250 Best of Show award. All fine arts are eligible including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, jewelry, and artisan crafts such as clay, fiber, glass, metal, paper, and wood. We encourage live demonstrations! All work must be original, handcrafted, created, and exhibited by the approved artists themselves. Kits, imports, and mass-produced items will not be allowed. $60 per 10’x10′ space. Deadline: June 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 815-622-1106.

Blue Cat Gallery & Studio in Wayne, NE seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, July 9 – August 8, 2026. Awards: 1st ($250), 2nd ($175), 3rd ($125) and People’s Choice ($75). Juror: Christopher Atkins. Open to artists of all career levels from emerging to professional, 18 years of age or older. Artwork must have been created in the last five years (and not previously accepted to Signs of Rural Life juried exhibition). Max Size: no side larger than 50 inches. 3-D work: no more than 18″ wide or deep. Any media including painting, works on paper, printmaking, photography, sculpture (excluding installation art). Works must be display ready, but do not need to be for sale. $30 for up to 5 works. Deadline: June 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 402-454-5144.

Harper College in Palatine, IL announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, September 8 – October 15, 2026. Purchase awards, accepted artists may be selected for a solo show at Harper College. Juror: Dan Devening, Chicago-based artist, educator, curator, gallerist and writer. Small Works is a national juried show of artwork no more than 24″ in its largest dimension (including frame). All media are eligible except jewelry, film/video. All entries are judged from digital files. $30 for 3 entries. Deadline: June 15, 2026 (end of day). More info. Contact: email

Indiana artists are invited to apply for the Monument Circle Art Fair, October 10, 2026 at Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Indianapolis, IN. Juror: Sandy Walker. Categories include Clay, Digital art, Culinary art, Drawing & Pastel, Fiber, Glass, Graphic Design, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Wood. $20 application fee, $135 booth fee. Deadline: June 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 765-702-0551.

Artists from across the country are invited to apply for the Madison Chautauqua Festival of Art, held September 26-27, 2026 along the Ohio River in Downtown Madison, Indiana. Awards for Best in Show, Best Presentation, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Fine Art, 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Fine Craft. Categories: painting (artists may sell prints but must include originals), drawing, photography, sculpture, weaving, folk art, jewelry, fiber, wood, baskets, clay, glass, paper, printmaking, mixed media, candles and soap, and leather. Individual consideration of a media not listed may be given upon request. All work must be handmade, individually designed by the artist, and signed. Items made from kitwork or patterns and items manufactured or mass-produced are not allowed. $25 application fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 800-559-2956.

The Northwest Art Center at Minot State University in Minot, ND seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, August 20 through October 3, 2026. $2500 in Cash and Purchase Awards. Juror: Sarah J Conti. Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, including photographs, qualify. All artworks must be original. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an INT’L exhibition. 2 entries/$30; Additional Entries: $5 each. Maximum of five entries allowed. Deadline: July 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 701-858-3264.

The Northville Art House in Northville, MI seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, October 2-31, 2026. $750 plus in cash and prizes. Juror: Jean-Paul Aboudib. Off-Center invites artists to push the boundaries of art imagery with works that inspire thought, provoke emotion, and induce awe. From the bizarre and emotive to the fantastic and inspirational, this exhibition strives to surprise and thrill visitors. Artist, 18 and over, in the U.S. may submit up to 3 works of art, maximum size 60 inches, not previously exhibited at the Art House. Any media except film, video, electronic or AI-generated. $30-$40 entry fee. Deadline: July 27, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.

The Northville Art House in Northville, MI announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 13 – December 18, 2026. $700 plus in cash and prizes. Artists in the U.S may submit up to 4 works, 16 inches or less including any frame, not previously exhibited at the Art House. Any media except film, video, electronic, or AI-generated. $30-$40 entry fee. Deadline: August 31, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 248-344-0497.

The Bennett Prize is a stipend/grant-in-aid program established by American art collectors Steven Alan Bennett and Dr. Elaine Melotti Schmidt to support women figurative realist painters. The Bennett Prize, administered by The Muskegon Museum of Art (MMA), is awarded biennially and provides $75,000 over two consecutive years ($37,500 annually). Ten (10) finalists will be selected to participate in a traveling exhibition organized by the MMA and the winner will be showcased in a solo exhibition at the close of her grant. A runner up award of $10,000 will be given to one additional finalist. Open only to women 18 years or older who reside at least part time in the United States (U.S. citizenship not required) and who paint figurative realist paintings. Artists may not be enrolled in school and must be currently pursuing or hope to pursue a career as a full-time painter. No students or artists who have received a prior award or grant of $35,000 or have sold any single work of art for $35,000 or more. $50 entry fee. Deadline: September 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 231-720-2583.

Artists are invited to apply for the Crystal Bridges Museum Art Fair, to be held October 3-4, 2026 at Heartland Whole Health Institute in Bentonville, Arkansas. Best of Show – $2500, People’s Choice – $1000, Best in Category 2D – $500, Best in Category 3D – $500, Best in Category Jewelry/Wearables – $500. All artwork must be for sale, created and produced by the artist – see prospectus for details. Eligible Categories: Ceramics, Drawing/Painting, Jewelry, Glass, Wood, Metal/Iron, Photography, Textile, Sculpture, Mixed Media, Digital Art. Application Fee: $40. Deadline: June 5, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call (479) 418-5700.

The Bower Center for the Arts in Bedford, VA announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, Aug 13 – Sep 26, 2026. Best in Show $750, 2nd $400, 3rd $200, Minimum of 3 Awards of Merit: $75 each, 3 Recognitions for Body of Work. Juror: Elsabé J. Dixon. Works will be accepted in numerous media including, but not limited to, painting, drawing, print-making, collage, mixed media, kinetic art/mobiles, photography, mosaics, sculpture, fabric, and glass. 2-D or 3-D: Any media, wall-hung, suspended or free standing. Regardless of the medium this exhibit is meant to express the excitement of movement. $45 for 3 artworks / $55 for 4. Deadline: June 6, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 540-586-4235.

LeMieux Galleries in New Orleans announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, August 1 – September 12, 2026 (Works will need to be available July 23 – September 27). The jury winning artist will receive a Solo Show at the Gallery. Jurors: Don Marshall and Kaori Maeyama. All original mediums are welcome. Preferred size of works is smaller than 48×48 inches. No giclees or reproductions of works. Photography and digital works are welcome. Entry fee: $40 for 3-5 entries. Deadline: June 9, 2026 Midnight. Apply online. Contact: email or call 504-522-5988.

The Weaverville Business Association & The Town of Weaverville seek artists for Art in Autumn, Saturday, September 19, 2026 on Main Street in Weaverville, North Carolina. Best of Show – $1,000, Second Place – $500, Third Place – $250, 4 Honorable Mentions – $50 each. Juror: Sarah Rolland. Art in Autumn welcomes applications from artists working in a variety of mediums. All applicants are required to submit four images for the jury process: three images representing current, original work of excellent quality, and one booth display image. All submitted work must be designed and created by the artist. Please note that no critiques or feedback will be provided during the jury process. Accepted categories include: two-dimensional art, basketry, ceramics, digital art, fiber, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, photography, sculpture, and wood. $35 Application Fee, $175 Booth Fee. Deadline: June 13, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 828-378-6772.

Artists are invited to apply for the 14th Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival, held July 4, 2026 at Hill Country Galleria in Austin, Texas. Attendance: 30,000 customers. Fireworks, 2 blocks of carnival rides, only 40 art vendors accepted. Texas top income zip codes. Free admission. Seeking arts and crafts, photography, fine arts, sculpture. $25 application fee, $250 10×10 booth space. Deadline: June 19, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Asheville Quilt Guild seeks entries for the annual Asheville Quilt Show, August 13-15, 2026 at the WNC Ag Center in Fletcher, NC. $13,000 in prize money. 21 different categories of quilts accepted. $20 for online entry, $25 for manual, AQG members free entry. Deadline: June 19, 2026. More info.

The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, Inc. in Kearneysville, WV announces a call to artists for the 50th Annual Mountain Heritage Arts & Crafts Festival, held September 25-27, 2026 at the Jefferson County WV Fairgrounds. Best in Show Award ($400 value). Eligible media: Handmade Fine Arts & Crafts in a multitude of mediums. Jury Fee: $30. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 304-725-2055.

The Academy Center of the Arts in Lynchburg, Virginia seeks entries for a juried photography exhibition, September 4-25, 2026. $1000 Best in Show and more! Juror: Kiera Hight. Open to U.S. residents, 18 years or older. Photographs must be original photographs or photographically derived work, and not done under supervision. All work submitted must be suitably prepared for installation. 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, 2021, and not previously exhibited in a Lynchburg juried photography show. $45 entry fee. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 434-528-3256.

Artists worldwide are invited to submit entries for the 13th Annual Fl3TCH3R Exhibit, to be held August 7 – September 27, 2026 at Fischman Gallery in Johnson City, TN. Greater than $2000 in individual awards. Juror: Jessica “JB” Burke. Submissions will be accepted in the categories of audio/sound, ceramics, digital, fiber, glass, graphic design, jewelry/metals, mixed media (2D and 3D), painting, performance/installation (via video), photography, printmaking, book arts, sculpture, video/film, medical/health care and other. $40 for up to 3 entries / $10 per add’l entry. Deadline: June 30, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 423-534-9827.

The Museum of the Southwest in Midland, TX seeks artists for SeptemberFest 2026. Artists must be present to show their own work September 11th – 13th. No commercially manufactured items or supplies and kits. Eligible media includes: Fine art prints of original work (must be sold in conjunction with original work and clearly labled as reproductions), Ceramics, Jewelry and Metal-Smith, One-of-a-kind Leather items, Photography, Fiber, Painting, and Woodworking. $20 Application Fee, $250 Single Booth, $350 Double Booth. Deadline: July 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 432-237-9102.

Embracing Our Differences invites artists worldwide to submit original artwork for the 2027 international outdoor exhibition in Sarasota and St. Petersburg, Florida. Up to $6,000 in awards. Each year, 50 works are selected and reproduced on billboard-sized panels displayed in public parks, paired with thought-provoking quotations exploring themes of inclusion, kindness, resilience, and shared humanity. The exhibition attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually and is part of a broader educational initiative reaching thousands of students and educators. Artists of all backgrounds are encouraged to participate. Free entry. Deadline: July 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 941-404-5710.

Jag Gallery in Key West, FL announces a call to artists for Poolside, a popular juried exhibit now in its 7th year, with “Swimming Pool(s)” as part of the subject or the main subject. Accepted artwork will be shown at the gallery, August 5-30 2026, and also available online. Trophies for: Juror’s Choice (1), Honorable Mention (3), Peoples Choice Award (1). Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. Original 2 and 3 D artwork (no AI). Work eligible for consideration includes painting, drawing, sculpture, pottery, ceramics, photography, textiles and monoprints. Finished work must not exceed 40 inches. $35 per entry. Maximum of 5 entries. Deadline: July 5, 2026 11:59 p.m. EDT. More info. Contact: email or call 305.407.6202.

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.

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.

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 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.