Opportunities in Akron
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Akron.
DEADLINE: May 6th, 2026
Hindu Iconography Mural Artist ↗
life-gurukula
Life Gurukula seeks a mural artist familiar with Hindu iconography to create a 20x20 foot temple mural featuring Vishvarupa and other Hindu imagery. $10-20K budget includes travel, lodging, and meals. Must have liability insurance and scaffolding experience.
DEADLINE: May 13th, 2026
The Groundhog Show 2026 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace presents The Groundhog Show 2026, an annual pop-up exhibition celebrating northeast Ohio LGBTQ+ and ally artists age 18+. Entry fee $15 for three pieces. Exhibition runs June 5-13, 2026.
DEADLINE: May 15th, 2026
Christmas in July Fundraiser Vendor Market ↗
carve-your-own-path
Carve Your Own Path seeks 30 local LGBTQ+ owned or aligned vendors for the 1st Annual Christmas in July Fundraiser at Summit ArtSpace on July 25th, 1-5 PM. $50 vendor fee supports trauma-informed mental health care.
DEADLINE: May 19th, 2026
ArtWalk Vendor Application ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace seeks vendors for the June 11th ArtWalk. Open to Northeast Ohio artisans selling locally made products. $35 vendor fee required. Prioritizing BIPOC, LGBTQIA, Disabled, and neurodivergent artists. Includes 10x10 space, table, chairs.
DEADLINE: June 15th, 2026
Solo and Group Exhibition Proposals 2027/2028 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace has calls open for group exhibitions and solo exhibitions to be held between July 2027 and June 2028. They are interested in highlighting a diverse range of artistic skill sets and backgrounds as well as diverse material and critical exploration. Must be 18+ for consideration. Artists must be living in Summit County or contiguous counties. No fee to apply.
Ohio Plein Air Society Annual Art Challenge ↗
Ohio Plein Air Society
The Ohio Plein Air Society invites artists to participate in their Annual Art Challenge, September 17-20, 2026 at Summit Artspace in Akron. Paint throughout Summit County over the weekend with final exhibition and judging by Charles Basham. Contact: Craig Staufer, 330.242.3545 or craig@craigstaufer.com
Apply for Wall Space or Monthly Display ↗
Art x Love
Local artists are invited to apply for wall space rental or a free monthly display at Art x Love's new downtown Akron studio and gallery space: Forever Changes.
Solo Exhibition Proposals ↗
Curated Storefront
Curated Storefront's Studio Program, located at the Bounce Innovation Hub building in downtown Akron, invites students or recent graduates pursuing a BFA/BA or MFA in studio art at a regional university to show their work. Proposals for exhibitions are accepted on a rolling basis. Please email katie@curatedstorefront.org for more information and to apply.