Opportunities in Cleveland
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Cleveland.
DEADLINE: August 11th, 2025
Contemporary printed matter ↗
SHED Projects
Be part of a show that surveys in-progress, collected, published, or secret printed works. @_ma_le.na & @c0linmartinez are organizing a show of contemporary printed matter September 20 & 21 at SHED Projects in Cleveland, Ohio. Send your art books, your library-printed zines, written scribbles, your framed poetry, and a physical copy of your blog. Email submissions.survey@gmail.com by August 11th with images of the work you would like to show, a small description of your practice, who you are, and any questions you have.
DEADLINE: August 13th, 2025
Ghost Cities: Documenting Decay ↗
DEADLINE EXTENDED - Photo Cleveland, a new non-profit photography organization, is accepting local and national photography and film submissions for their inaugural show, Ghost Cities: Documenting Decay, opening 9/5 at the Brownhoist Gallery in Cleveland. Go to their events page for all the details and FAQs. https://photocleveland.org/events
DEADLINE: August 15th, 2025
Oddball Bizarro Market ↗
Kismet Systems
Oddball Bizarro Market is seeking vendors, makers, artists, and weirdos of all kinds for a community-driven, anti-elitist art market that celebrates humor, seriousness, and everything in between. Oddball Bizarro Market runs on a model of gift economics, bartering, and sliding-scale fees. No required vendor fees up front, no pressure to pay unless you’re able.
DEADLINE: August 17th, 2025
Lead a Workshop ↗
Genghis Con
Apply to lead a drawing-focused workshop at Genghis Con 2025, to be held November 30th, 2025. Workshop leaders will be compensated with a $100 (per workshop) stipend for their work. As a small press and independent comics convention, we are seeking educational workshops that will benefit our local comics-making, writing, and drawing ecosystem through hands-on experiences.
Teaching Assistant for Visual Art Class ↗
Rainey Institute
Rainey Institute is seeking Part-Time Teaching Artist Assistants specifically for the Visual Arts Classes. The Teaching Artist Assistant provides support to Teaching Artist during the class and is responsible for the daily class functionality as well as supporting the emotional well-being of the students.
Scenic Artist ↗
Cleveland Play House
Cleveland Play House (CPH) is seeking a Scenic Artist to join the production team and build our mainstage season, New Ground Theater Festival and the Case Western Reserve University MFA program productions.
2026 Featured Artists ↗
Riffs
Riffs is now accepting Artist Residency submissions for 2026! They're looking to feature 16 artists throughout the year.
Carpenter (IATSE) ↗
Cleveland Play House
Cleveland Play House is seeking a Carpenter (IATSE) to join the production team and build our mainstage season, New Ground Theater Festival and the Case Western Reserve University MFA program productions. Must be willing to join IATSE Local 27. The Carpenter is responsible for the construction, installation, maintenance, and strike of scenic elements for productions at CPH.
MOVING ON ↗
Gallery U Haul
Gallery U-Haul is seeking artists to share work exploring transitions, loss, liberation, and new beginnings at the mobile exhibition MOVING ON. DM @galleryuhaul for details.
DEADLINE: August 30th, 2025
Artist in Residence ↗
University Circle Inc.
University Circle Inc. (UCI) is seeking a local artist to serve as their 2025–2026 Artist in Residence, exhibiting work in UCI’s newly renovated Magnolia Office and UCPD spaces. This year-long residency supports UCI’s mission to answer the call for connection and community in Cleveland’s Circle of arts, culture, wellness, and learning.
DEADLINE: August 31st, 2025
Cleveland + Akron Bazaar Holiday 2025 ↗
Cleveland Bazaar
Cleveland Bazaar invites artists/makers to apply to all currently-scheduled holiday Bazaar shows in 2025. Cleveland Bazaar is northeast Ohio's longest-running indie handmade holiday popup.
Administrative Assistant ↗
Artists Archives of the Western Reserve
The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve is seeking an Administrative Assistant to manage scheduling, maintain records, coordinate communications, and support events and programs. Part-time position (8–20 hours/week) pays $15–$18/hour.
Communications Manager ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a Communications Manager to support the day-to-day operations of the museum’s Communications department. Full-time.
DEADLINE: September 8th, 2025
2026 Artist Residency ↗
Vessel City
The Vessel City Residency invites artists to work in our gallery space for a period of 1–3 months. Open to individual artists or collaborative pairs working in any visual arts, design, or craft-based practice. Residents will have private use of the gallery studio and shared access to communal facilities. Each residency concludes with an open studio event to showcase work made during your time at VSL CTY.
DEADLINE: October 4th, 2025
SH’BANG FEST 2025 ↗
Hildebrandt Artist Collective
Calling all Queer artists and makers! Submit your work to be included in Sh'Bang Fest 2025 on display at Hildebrandt Artist Collective from October 25th- December 13th. Show open to anyone identifying within the Queer realm.
DEADLINE: October 4th, 2025
Winter Shadow / Winter Light ↗
Pinwheel Gallery
Pinwheel Gallery is seeking artists to submit work for Winter Shadow/Winter Light. This themed winter exhibition (November 21 – January 2) invites artwork in any medium exploring the mysterious creatures, imagined worlds, and dark folklore born from long winter nights before the age of electric light.
Curatorial or Group Exhibition Proposals ↗
Morgan Conservatory
Morgan Conservatory has an open call for Curatorial or Group Exhibition proposals on a rolling basis. Open to Northeast Ohio artists and curators. Emerging artists and curators are strongly encouraged to apply.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
Kelvin Smith Library
The Kelvin Smith Library (KSL) Exhibition Program welcomes exhibition proposals from the Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) community and from outside community members and organizations. KSL has several exhibition spaces supporting different types of exhibitions, including exhibits featuring the visual arts.
Exhibition Space: Suite 215 Gallery ↗
78th Street Studios
Suite 215 Gallery on the second floor of 78th Street Studios is available for rental by artists or curators to host exhibitions. Exhibitions span two months (three THIRD FRIDAY art walks). Natural hardwood floors, lofty ceilings, natural light. 2,950 square feet.
Exhibition Opportunity ↗
Cleveland Botanical Garden
Seeking artists to exhibit work connected to and inspired by botanical and natural worlds in three galleries at the Cleveland Botanical Garden throughout the year.
#Cleveland #University Circle #no application fee #rolling submissions
Fiber Class Proposals ↗
Praxis Fiber Workshop
Accepting class proposals on an ongoing basis. We love learning new techniques and welcome proposals dealing with fiber at any stage. We encourage innovative and experimental ideas. Formats may be 1 or 2-day Workshops or 3-5 week classes.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
The Galleries at Cleveland State University
The Galleries at Cleveland State University welcome proposals from artists, curators, and organizations that support their mission to educate, edify, and involve diverse audiences by presenting content that promotes the understanding of art and its relationship to society.
#Cleveland #Downtown #no application fee #rolling submissions
Teaching Artists ↗
Art House
Art House is currently accepting resumes for artists teaching in a range of different media. Art House provides art programming to a variety of groups, including early childhood, school-aged children, adults, and seniors. Programs take place onsite and offsite. Art House partners with diverse organizations and businesses and customizes programs to fit their needs.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
UNDERSTORY
UNDERSTORY, an artist-run exhibition space at 78th Street Studios, is accepting exhibition proposals from artists and curators with a connection to Northeast Ohio. No submission fee or exhibition fee.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
Phone Gallery
Phone Gallery is accepting proposals for exhibitions. Phone Gallery is Cleveland’s smallest art gallery and a creative space for visual arts display, with an emphasis on exposing emerging visual artists to the Greater Cleveland community and providing the Collinwood community with freely accessible art.
#Cleveland #Waterloo / Collinwood #rolling submissions #solo exhibition
Spaces at Twist Drill ↗
Twist Drill
Twist Drill building offers artist spaces. Costs as low as $350 for a single studio, or $700-$2,000 for a larger creative space.
Community Gallery Rental ↗
Future Ink Graphics FIG
Rent FIG’s professional Community Gallery for your next exhibition or showcase. FIG’s over 190+ feet of gallery walls offer a unique space to display your artwork, your students’ artwork or community showcase. Community Gallery rentals come with exhibition support and are customized to fit your show needs and budget.
Artist of the Month Feature ↗
Kaiser Studios
Kaiser Studios is accepting submissions for their Artist of the Month feature! Each Artist of the Month will have their artwork promoted across their social media, website, and e-newsletter. They're looking for local, regional, and national artists working in any medium. No application fee.
#Cleveland #Online #feature #no application fee #rolling submissions
Fiddlehead Gallery ↗
Fiddlehead Gallery
Fiddlehead carries over 40 independent women artists whose work spans various styles and mediums. Fiddlehead always seeks new works, especially in the folk and upcycle categories. Fiddlehead purchases outright when possible and offers generous consignment contracts and commission requests. Interested in selling at Fiddlehead? Send email to info@fiddleheadgallery.com with an artist statement, bio, and examples of your work.
Exhibition Space: EP Studio ↗
EP Studio
Located inside 78th Street Studios in the heart of Gordon Square Arts District, EP Studio is located on the lower RAMP level and is a mixed-use space with over 20ft of wall space for artists to showcase their work during a three-month residency. Opening and closings are based around 78th's THIRD FRIDAY Art Walks giving you the opportunity for your work to be seen by thousands across Northeast Ohio and beyond!
#Cleveland #Gordon Square #exhibition #wall space #rolling submissions
Exhibition Opportunities ↗
Brownhoist Gallery
Brownhoist Gallery has openings for exhibitions! The gallery is situated inside the Brownhoist building, which is a big, beautiful, historic office building now home to a creative community. DM @thebrownhoistgallery on Instagram or email Gallery@TheBrownhoist.com. Opening/closing reception rental and curation fees apply. 30% commission on sales.