Opportunities for Artists
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Artist Spaces at The Screw Factory ↗
Studio 210
Studio spaces available at The Screw Factory in Studio 210. One private and three open-concept spaces are available. Rent now with a 1-year lease and receive 1-month free rent!
DEADLINE: October 31st, 2024
2025 Artist in Residence ↗
Morgan Conservatory
Morgan Conservatory invites artists to apply for the Artist in Residence (AIR) program, funded by the Windgate Foundation. This program supports emerging and established artists working in papermaking, book arts, and printing, offering them the opportunity to explore focused projects in Morgan's facilities. The Morgan Conservatory serves as a working studio, gallery, community gathering place, educational hub, and purveyor of some of the finest handmade papers in the world. Selected artists will receive stipends, 24-hour access to facilities, and other benefits, including potential housing for BIPOC artists through a partnership with ATNSC. Residencies can range from a few weeks to a few months, based on the project's scope.
DEADLINE: November 1st, 2024
Cultural Tourism Grants ↗
Visit Canton
Visit Canton, in partnership with ArtsinStark, will award Cultural Tourism Grants of up to $20,000 to each approved initiative. The grants are designed to boost visitation and economic impact in the region by supporting arts and cultural events, programming, and marketing initiatives.
DEADLINE: November 1st, 2024
Queer the Halls Vendors ↗
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland’s invites LGBTQ+ artisans to apply to vend at their annual Queer the Halls event on December 7th, 2024.
DEADLINE: November 3rd, 2024
A New Century: Ceramics Inspired by the Legacy of Art Deco ↗
Rocky River Public Library
Rocky River Public Library and the Cowan Pottery Museum are looking for work for their first year-long group exhibition, A New Century: Ceramics Inspired by the Legacy of Art Deco. 2025 marks the century anniversary of the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts, which coined the term Art Deco. This call is open to contemporary ceramic works that are inspired by this historic period and its themes.
DEADLINE: November 3rd, 2024
I only have eyes for you ↗
UNDERSTORY
Not your typical holiday art show! Artists and creatives working in all mediums are invited to submit original work featuring one or more eyes. Selected works will be included in a holiday exhibition at UNDERSTORY from November 29, 2024 to January 20, 2025. No submission fee.
#Cleveland #Detroit Shoreway #group exhibition #no application fee
Collection & Exhibition Programs Manager ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Museum of Art is seeking a Manager of Collection and Exhibition Programs whoe will be responsible for overseeing the development, organization, and execution of a dynamic range of programs for adult audiences to increase engagement with the permanent collection and special exhibitions. This position promotes the museum’s role as a unique educational and cultural resource both locally and nationally. Full-time.
Studio Intern ↗
Future Ink Graphics FIG
FIG is currently accepting applications for a Studio Intern! FIG Internships provide opportunities to learn from local professionals, advance one’s own skills and connect with the community. FIG internships are unpaid but provide: Access to the silkscreen print studio / tech lab during designated hours, free access to certain Pivot Center events and program, networking opportunities/connections to community leaders and possible commissioned work and/or teaching opportunities.
DEADLINE: November 6th, 2024
4th Snowflake Boutique Co-op ↗
Creative Space Avon
Creative Space Avon is seeking twelve fine art or craft artisans for their 4th Snowflake Boutique. Dec 2-Dec 8 will be a co-op space where you only work two shifts over seven days. Cost is $70 plus 20% of sales. Email theglassstudio@yahoo.com for information.
Community Programs Instructor ↗
Beck Center for the Arts
Beck Center’s Community Programs department is looking for dynamic teaching artists to lead group classes for our Arts Sampler Field Trip program. The ideal candidate is an experienced performer and/or educator with a proven track record of working effectively with children of all ages. Programs are offered both on-site and off-site, and this position is available for immediate start. $25/hour
Marketing & Communications Manager ↗
Morgan Conservatory
Morgan Conservatory is seeking a Marketing & Communications Manager. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Marketing and Communications Manager is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing public relations, and overseeing communications through all channels and for all programming areas of the Morgan, including website, email, social media, and print media. The ideal candidate will have a background in marketing, graphic design, excellent communication skills, and a passion for the arts.
Membership & Office Assistant ↗
Morgan Conservatory
Morgan Conservatory is hiring a Membership & Office Assistant. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position is responsible for maintaining the Membership and Donor database and its associated communications and tasks. Additional office tasks include organization and ordering of general office supplies, assisting the Executive Director, greeting visitors, and assisting with Store sales when needed. Part-time.
Chief Curator ↗
Akron Art Museum
Akron Art Museum is seeking a Chief Curator who will be responsible for leading all curatorial and collection functions: organizing and coordinating exhibitions from the collection and outside sources; producing interpretive materials; and communicating with the public. Full-time.
Artist-Educators ↗
Arts Impact
Part-time and Contract Artist-Educators: Arts Impact seeks to build their team of teaching artists with part-time and contract artist-educators. Successful candidates will be able to write lesson plans and teach a variety of art forms. Bachelor’s degree and experience as a teaching artist preferred; digital animation, installation, photography, and filmmaking expertise are of special interest at this time.
Media Arts Technician ↗
Tri-C
Tri-C is hiring a Media Arts Technician to provide film/photo students and faculty with equipment for classroom instruction and student assignments college-wide and provide basic technical and instructional support to students for equipment, printers, and MAC labs located in the Creative Arts Department. Part-time.
Semi-private studios at Get Together Studio ↗
Screw Factory
Two semi-private art studios available at Get Together Studio located inside The Screw Factory in Lakewood. 96 sq ft of semi-private studio space, all utilities and internet included, a supportive and inspiring community, opportunities to participate in art shows and events. Contact Lauren to inquire: hello@laurenhbstudio.com
Design Production Manager ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
The Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a Design Production Manager. This is a managerial role, responsible for the day-to-day work of the production team that works in collaboration with exhibition and graphic designers to implement changing exhibitions, gallery rotations, collection galleries, and special projects. Full-time.
Outreach Manager ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Museum of Art seeks an Outreach Manager to oversee the strategic development, implementation, and management of educational collection-driven studio and outreach initiatives, throughout Cleveland and within Cuyahoga county. This role leads the Studio and Outreach team, including direct supervision of staff, to ensure the successful execution of outreach programs like Studio Go, Parade the Circle, Chalk Festival, and other community programs. Full-time.
Godis in the Bodhi ↗
Godis in the Bodhi
Open call for involvement in an art project centered around black spirituality, in all form. Email godishbodhi@gmail.com if interested.
DEADLINE: November 15th, 2024
Assistant Professor of Studio Art in Painting and Drawing ↗
Oberlin College
The Studio Art Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in Painting and Drawing. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years, beginning fall 2025, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the November 15, 2024 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
DEADLINE: November 15th, 2024
Accessible Expressions Ohio Exhibition ↗
Art Possible Ohio
Adjudicated statewide exhibition and tour of sixty 2D and 3D art by Ohio artists with disabilities. One of the most diverse art exhibits on display. Artists of any age living in Ohio with a disability may enter the Youth, Emerging, or Professional categories. Cash prizes.
DEADLINE: November 15th, 2024
Glow Market 2024 Vendors ↗
Stow-Monroe Falls Chamber of Commerce
The Stow-Munroe Falls Chamber of Commerce seeks market vendors for the first Annual Glow Market in conjunction with the Glow in Stow event on Saturday, December 7, 2024. The annual event attracts 2000+ attendees.
DEADLINE: November 18th, 2024
Funded Solo Exhibition for BIPOC+ Artist ↗
Summit Artspace
Local BIPOC+ (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) artists are invited to apply for a funded solo exhibition. Through a blind juried process, one artist will be selected to receive a $1,000 stipend to support the creation of a solo exhibition in Summit Artspace's Horizon Gallery. Jurors: Amber Ford & Nick Lee
Artist of the Month Feature ↗
Kaiser Gallery
Kaiser Gallery & Kaiser Studios are 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.
Gallery Teacher Part-time ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a part-time Gallery Teacher to create gallery experiences, virtual learning experiences, and supports general programming for preschool through high school audiences. Through dynamic teaching strategies this position explores ways for students to make connections with art objects and inspires wonder and curiosity to further discovery with the CMA collection.
Gallery Teacher Full-time ↗
Cleveland Museum of Art
Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a full-time Gallery Teacher to support gallery lessons and experiences conducted through the Department of Learning and Engagement. The Gallery Teacher conducts programming and gallery lessons for a variety of audiences - including Pre K-12 students, university groups, families, adults, senior citizens, and visitors with special needs - primarily in the museum's galleries, and also via video teleconferencing, online learning platforms, and out n the community as needed.
Digitization Specialist ↗
Case Western Reserve University
Case Western Reserve University seeks a Digitization Specialist to oversee the operations of our digitization program and be responsible for performing and supervising complex scanning and photography of materials from the Kelvin Smith Library and University Archive collections. Full-time.
Faculty - Ceramics (3D) ↗
Tri-C
Tri-C seeks applications for a Faculty in Art (3D) position to teach a range of studio courses, including Ceramics, 3D Foundations, and Sculpture. Classes are assigned, beginning January (Spring semester) 2025.
DEADLINE: December 1st, 2024
Biennial Alumni Exhibition ↗
Kent State University
Kent State University, School of Art invites all alumni (Undergraduate or Graduate) to submit to their free juried exhibition. The Biennial Alumni Exhibition, seeks to bring together and highlight the wide array of talented alumni throughout the eighty-plus year history of the School of Art. Juror: Wendy Earle, Curator, Akron Art Museum.
DEADLINE: December 1st, 2024
Assistant Professor of Studio Art in 3D Practices ↗
Oberlin College
The Studio Art Department at Oberlin College invites applications for a full-time tenure track faculty position in the College of Arts and Sciences in 3D Practices. Initial appointment to this position will be for a term of four years beginning fall semester of 2025, and will carry the rank of Assistant Professor.
DEADLINE: December 2nd, 2024
John G. W. Cowles Director ↗
Allen Memorial Art Museum
Oberlin College invites applications for the position of John G. W. Cowles Director of the Allen Memorial Art Museum (AMAM). In a new Director, the College seeks a visionary, experienced leader committed to the importance of a nationally leading academic museum in a liberal arts college and conservatory of music.
DEADLINE: December 6th, 2024
NEO Residency 2024 ↗
Zygote Press
The NEO fellowship at Zygote is available to regional university printmaking grads and other emerging printmaking artists. The selected artist will receive unlimited access to Zygote’s facilities for three consecutive months, and inclusion in the Zygote archives. This residency is geared towards supporting emerging artists in completing specific projects or bodies of work that would benefit from Zygote’s specialized equipment and supportive community.
DEADLINE: December 7th, 2024
Buildings Past and Present ↗
Louisville/Nimishillen Township Historical Society and The Ahh Gallery
Buildings Past and Present of Louisville and Nimishillen Township will feature art depicting any type of building or architectural element. Online applications are accepted between Oct. 4 and Dec. 7, 2024. You may use photos from the Louisville/Nimishillen Township Historical Society archives. This is the first of two juried competitions featuring the rich history of our area, made possible through an ArtsinStark grant.
DEADLINE: December 7th, 2024
13th Annual Juried Exhibition ↗
Morgan Conservatory
The Morgan Conservatory invites artists to apply for inclusion in their 13th Annual Juried Exhibition. This year's theme is "Interwoven Aspects: Innovation and Tradition in Paper Art". Artists are encouraged to respond to the ever-changing landscape the upcoming quarter century brings, whether that is the rise of AI and other technologies, the idea of intersectionality or the transformative nature of paper as a medium and substrate. Jurors: Kelly Taylor Mitchell and Ashley Pastore
Studio Artist Instructor ↗
Studio Institute
Studio Institute invites applicants for part-time opportunities for artists in Cleveland, OH for the 2024–25 school year. You will receive paid, formal training in our child-centered, process-based methodology, and have opportunities to meet and share experiences, both in-person and virtually, with Studio artists working in other sites and cities. Pay rates range from $38-50/hour. The ideal candidate will have an active professional visual art practice and experience working with pre-K and elementary school students.
DEADLINE: December 20th, 2024
49th Cleveland International Film Festival ↗
Cleveland International Film Festival
Cleveland International Film Festival (CIFF) call for entries is open for its 49th festival, March 27 - April 5, 2025. CIFF accepts films of any runtime, any genre, and from every country, and it continues to be one of the few Academy Award-qualifying festivals in the world for all three categories of short films: live—action, animated, and documentary. Earlybird deadline: September 6. Final deadline: December 20.
DEADLINE: December 20th, 2024
Akron Bicentennial Themed Exhibition Proposals ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace invites local artists and curators to apply for Akron Bicentennial exhibitions to be held during Summer 2025, when the city will be celebrating its anniversary. Three galleries will have three exhibitions: Student solo, Professional solo, Group. No fee to apply.
Art Instructors ↗
Canton Museum of Art
The Canton Museum of Art seeks experienced Art Instructors for children and adult classes and workshops at CMA. This is a part-time position in the Education Department and reports to the Education Director.
House Gallery Artists ↗
The Red Twig
Apply to be a consigned artist at the in-house art gallery at The Red Twig. Featuring over 1,000 square feet of display space, the gallery houses a variety of creative local and regional artists whose mediums range from paintings to sculptures, woodworking, and custom jewelry.
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.
Emerging Artist Exhibition Proposals ↗
McDonough Museum of Art
Call for submissions from new and emerging visual and performing/performance artists to McDonough Museum of Art, YSU's Center for Contemporary Art. A wide range of perspectives is encouraged. Must live within a 250-mile radius of Youngstown.
Curated Lakewood Art Program ↗
@madeinlkwd
@madeinlkwd is seeking Lakewood artists to become part of @madeinlkwd — a curated rotating art program that places local art in local places. DM https://www.instagram.com/madeinlkwd/ to inquire.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
McDonough Museum of Art
The McDonough Museum of Art invites submissions from artists with a proven exhibition history. All concepts selected for exhibition should be aligned with the mission and goals of the McDonough Museum of Art.
Ongoing Call for Exhibition Proposals ↗
Heights Arts
Heights Arts is accepting proposals for guest curators and exhibitions year-round, from individuals as well as groups residing in Northeast Ohio.
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.
Art Showcase ↗
KwanHub
KwanHub is offering exhibition space for artists to showcase their work in their Westlake ballroom dance studio. No cost for a month-long show. Reception available, if desired. 20% commission on artwork sold. Contact anya@kwanhub.com for more info.
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.
Solo Exhibition Proposals ↗
Ashtabula Arts Center
Apply for a solo exhibition at Ashtabula Arts Center using their solo show application form.
Group or Solo Show Proposals ↗
Young's Art Center
Young's Art Center is booking group and solo shows for local artists. Open to all visual art. Special interest in immersion, multi-media, installation, augmented reality, and interactive works. Work must be for sale. No fee to apply.
#Fairview Park #group exhibition #solo exhibition #rolling submissions
Group Exhibition Proposals ↗
The Gallery at Lakeland
The Gallery at Lakeland is accepting proposals for group (minimum of 6 artists) fine art exhibitions for upcoming seasons. All forms of creative media.
Apply for Exhibitions ↗
E11even 2
Accepting applications to be considered for upcoming exhibitions at E11EVEN 2 Best Damn Gallery.
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
Apply to exhibit: Yellow Door Gallery ↗
The Red Twig
Apply to exhibit at Yellow Door Gallery in The Red Twig. The Red Twig hosts solo or duo exhibitions of local artists in their 800-square-foot curated exhibition space, Yellow Door Gallery.
Exhibition Proposals ↗
FAVA
FAVA (The Firelands Association for the Visual Arts) is accepting proposals from artists interested in exhibiting their work or curators interested in curating an exhibition at FAVA.
#Oberlin #group exhibition #solo exhibition #rolling submissions
Apply for Solo or Group Exhibitions ↗
Patina Arts Centre
Apply for a solo show or join the list for group exhibitions at Patina Arts Centre in Canton, Ohio.
#Canton #solo exhibition #group exhibition #rolling submissions
Class Proposals ↗
FAVA
FAVA is looking for instructors! If you are a teaching artist near Oberlin, Ohio, and want to submit a proposal to teach a class or a few classes or teach during summer camp, submit your info online.
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.
2025 Spotlight Solo Exhibitions ↗
Heights Arts
Heights Arts invites working artists based in the Northeast Ohio area to apply for a 2025 Spotlight Exhibition. Four times a year, Heights Arts uses its 100-square-foot Spotlight Gallery to present an intimate solo exhibition that showcases the work of a single local artist. No application fee.
Studio Space ↗
The Emerald Hive
Become a Resident Artist at The Emerald Hive. Private studio space is available in a heavily visited shopping piazza in an affluent neighborhood.
Vendors Wanted: Coventry Village Market ↗
Made Cleveland
Made Cleveland invites artists and artisans to apply as vendors at their brick-and-mortar in Coventry Village. There is no monthly rent! Everything is on a consignment basis, with commission rates ranging from 25% to 40%. Payouts are monthly. Opportunities to teach classes, offer demos, and host meet & greets.
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
Apply for Studio Space ↗
White Rabbit Galleries
White Rabbit Galleries is accepting applications from those interested in renting a studio space and becoming a resident artist.
Apply to Consign (Gift Shop or Wall Rental) ↗
White Rabbit Galleries
White Rabbit Galleries is accepting applications from those interested in selling their artwork and/or handmade items in White Rabbit's arts consignment and gift shop OR applying for a wall space rental.
Arts Programming and Community Facilitator ↗
Rainey Institute
Rainey Institute seeks an Arts Programming & Community Facilitator to champion excellence in youth development, high-quality arts education, and creative out-of-school time programming and community-building.
DEADLINE: January 17th, 2025
Local Residency 2025 ↗
Zygote Press
Apply for the local Artist-in-Residence at Zygote in 2025. March 18th – May 18th. Each year, Zygote’s Local Artist-in-Residence program brings an experienced non-print artist into a collaborative printmaking environment to produce a body of work over several months.
DEADLINE: January 18th, 2025
Winter Exhibition ↗
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center (CVAC) invites artists to submit work for consideration for the popular juried Winter Exhibition which will open Tuesday, January 21, and run through February 27, 2025.. The artwork's theme is not limited to winter-related subjects; instead, CVAC aims to showcase the diverse range of interests and explorations present in recent paintings, sculptures, ceramics and works on paper created by participants.
DEADLINE: April 27th, 2025
Membership Exhibition ↗
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center presents its Membership Exhibition, from April 29 – June 5, 2025. The exhibition, free for the public to explore, showcases the diverse talents of CVAC members, featuring an array of paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and works on paper.
DEADLINE: June 1st, 2025
National PRINT Residency ↗
Zygote Press
Zygote’s National PRINT Residency is open to printmakers and printmaking artists in the U.S., or North America. This 2-week, intensive residency from November 7th-22nd, 2025, allows artists dedicated time to complete special projects in Zygote’s Northeast Ohio facilities.