Opportunities for Artists

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DEADLINE: October 25th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Student & Faculty Exhibition ↗

Cuyahoga Valley Art Center

Cuyahoga Valley Art Center invites those who took a class or workshop in 2025 to showcase their work within its annual Student & Faculty Exhibition, running October 28 through December 4, 2025. Drop off dates are Friday, October 24, from 10 to 3 PM and Saturday, October 25, from 10 to 2 PM.

#Cuyahoga Falls #group exhibition #student #faculty

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DEADLINE: October 24th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Letter of Interest for Public Art Initiative ↗

Ohio State University African American and African Studies Community Extension Center

The African American and African Studies Community Extension Center (CEC) at The Ohio State University invites artists to apply for the Public Art Initiative, an open call for proposals that celebrate historically African American communities, explore the past and present of Black Studies, and imagine new futures. Open to artists of all backgrounds and working in any medium. Prizes, plus installation costs covered.

#Columbus #project #public art

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DEADLINE: October 27th, 2025

New #Funding Opportunity

Creative Investment Program ↗

ArtsNow

The Creative Investment Program, proudly presented by ArtsNow with support from the Ian Patrick Schwarber Foundation, empowers artists and creatives in Summit County. Eligible participants can use grant funds, up to $2,500, to cover various professional development expenses.

#Summit County #fund #grant

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Wig Master/Costuming Assistant ↗

Kringle's Inventionasium

Kringle's Inventionasium is looking for an experienced wig stylist to maintain and restyle wigs and assist their costumer with costume repairs during the run of the season (November/December). Must be able to commute to downtown Cleveland. Position will be paid by stipend. Please email jobs@mrkringle.com with your interest.

#Cleveland #contract job

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DEADLINE: October 29th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Sculpture for Arts Park Commission ↗

Wayne Center for the Arts

Wayne Center for the Arts invites proposals from artists for a commissioned sculpture to be installed at our upcoming Arts Park. The sculpture should embody themes of creativity, community, joy, art enrichment, and inclusivity. The artwork will prominently feature varying components where donor names can be tastefully integrated, celebrating their contributions without overwhelming the artistic vision.

#Wooster #public art

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Community Arts Center Manager ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a Community Arts Center Manager to oversee all Community Arts Center activities, including day-to-day facility operations, administration, management of onsite programs, and related instructor and volunteer scheduling. Full-time.

#Cleveland #University Circle #full-time job

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Studio Assistant / Youth and Family Engagement ↗

City of Cleveland

The Cleveland Museum of Art seeks a Studio Assistant to provide hands-on assistance with material and room preparation, set-up, program facilitation, and clean-up for Studio and Youth and Family Programs. In addition, Studio Assistants may also provide technology support during virtual studio classes for adults and children.

#Cleveland #University Circle #part-time job

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Ceramics Instructor ↗

Orange Art Center

Orange Art Center is seeking an experienced individual to serve as a Ceramics Instructor at the Orange Art Center. This position takes place on Sunday mornings with additional time allotted for daily set-up and clean-up. $25–50 per hour, depending on experience.

#Pepper Pike #art education #contract job

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Foundations of Oil Painting Instructor ↗

Orange Art Center

Orange Art Center is seeking a skilled and passionate oil painting instructor to teach Foundations of Oil Painting at the Orange Art Center. This weekday morning class serves beginner through intermediate adult students interested in developing technical skills and personal expression in oil painting. $25–$50 per hour, depending on experience.

#Pepper Pike #art education #contract job

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Visual Arts Instructor ↗

Orange Art Center

Orange Art Center invites applications from visual arts professionals. They are seeking experienced instructors with recurring availability to propose classes or workshops in drawing, painting, ceramics, mixed media, jewelry, or other visual art forms. $20–50 per hour, depending on position and experience.

#Pepper Pike #art education #contract job

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DEADLINE: October 30th, 2025

New #Call for Artists

Queer the Halls Vendors ↗

LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland

Apply to vend at Queer The Halls, a holiday-themed artisan market, started in 2019, intended to celebrate and elevate Cleveland-area LGBTQ+ artists. Queer the Halls 2025 will take on December 6th at both the LGBT Center and Near West Theatre from 10AM to 4 PM.

#Cleveland #holiday #market

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Senior Director of Marketing and Communications ↗

Cleveland Institute of Art

The Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA) seeks a Senior Director of Marketing and Communications to lead the vision and execution of our marketing, communications, and branding efforts. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by advancing enrollment, fundraising, and community engagement while sharing the transformative power of art and design education with the world.

#Cleveland #University Circle #full-time job

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DEADLINE: November 3rd, 2025

#Call for Artists

WCA Faculty/Student Exhibition 2025 ↗

Wayne Center for the Arts

Faculty and students are invited to submit work to the WCA Faculty/Student Exhibition 2025 from Nov 13-Dec 13, 2025. Faculty may submit up to 3 pieces and students are limited to one piece. Artwork drop-off Nov 1-3.

#Wooster #group exhibition #student #faculty

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Adjunct Faculty: Visual Culture ↗

Cleveland Institute of Art

The Cleveland Institute of Art seeks qualified applicants for Adjunct Faculty positions in Liberal Arts to teach the course AH 150 Critical Issues in Visual Culture. This reading- and discussion-based course introduces first-year students to critical theories and methods of analysis for interpreting modern and contemporary art, media, and culture.

#Cleveland #University Circle #adjunct #faculty

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Adjunct Faculty: Art History, Visual Culture, Media Studies ↗

Cleveland Institute of Art

The Cleveland Institute of Art seeks qualified applicants for Adjunct Faculty positions in Liberal Arts teach electives in art history, media studies, the study of visual culture, and related areas. We welcome applicants with interests in teaching established courses from our catalog as well as those who are interested in developing new “special topics” electives for students of art and design.

#Cleveland #University Circle #adjunct #faculty

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DEADLINE: November 5th, 2025

#Job Opportunity

Studio Art 2D Studio Manager and Lecturer ↗

Oberlin College

The Studio Art Department at Oberlin College invites applications for the position of Studio Art 2D Studio Manager and Lecturer. This is a full-time (40 hour per week), 12-month, (1 FTE) staff position supervised by and reporting to the chair of the Studio Art Department. The ideal start date is January 5, 2026

#Oberlin #full-time job

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New #Job Opportunity

Part-Time Visual Arts Teacher – Special Projects ↗

The Fine Arts Association

The Part-Time Art Teacher – Special Projects is responsible for delivering dynamic, hands-on art experiences to K–12 students both off-site at local schools and on-site at our Fine Art Location in Willoughby. This role includes designing and leading creative art and craft projects during “field trip” visits to schools as well as structured programs hosted at the center.

#Willoughby #part-time job

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DEADLINE: November 9th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Traffic Control Boxes Art ↗

Akron Public Arts Commission

The Akron Public Art Commission issued a call for local artists to participate in round 2 of transforming traffic light control boxes at major intersections into vibrant pieces of public art. Open to Akron residents only.

#Akron #public art

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DEADLINE: November 9th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Collections for Woodland Wonder Shoppe ↗

UNDERSTORY

UNDERSTORY is seeking makers, designers, and artisans to bring their work to their Woodland Wonder Shoppe this December during the CLE Bazaar Holiday Market and Third Friday. Open to all *forest-inspired* collections, such as jewelry, wearable art, ceramics, textiles, or functional objects. No submission fee.

#Cleveland #holiday

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DEADLINE: November 9th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Art for Woodland Wonder Shoppe ↗

UNDERSTORY

UNDERSTORY is seeking artists to bring their work to their Woodland Wonder Shoppe this December during the CLE Bazaar Holiday Market and Third Friday. Open to all *forest-inspired* paintings, drawings, prints, mixed media, photography, textiles, and small sculptures. No entry fee.

#Cleveland #holiday

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DEADLINE: November 10th, 2025

#Call for Artists

100 Under $100 ↗

White Rabbit Galleries

White Rabbit Galleries invites artists to submit work to the 100 Under $100 show, which aims to generate art sales during the holiday season and promotes gifting artwork to friends and family. $2 submission fee per piece and gallery commission just 10%.

#Barberton #holiday #group exhibition

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DEADLINE: November 10th, 2025

#Call for Artists

America250-Ohio Tuskegee Airmen Multi-City Murals RFQ ↗

Artworks

ArtWorks invites artists who live in Ohio or have direct ties to Ohio to submit a request for qualifications for the upcoming America250-Ohio Tuskegee Airmen Multi-City Murals project. ArtWorks will commission three artists to commemorate 18 Tuskegee Airmen from Ohio, who will be transformed into a series of murals in Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Toledo.

#Cleveland #Toledo #Cincinnati #publication #commission

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DEADLINE: November 14th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Accessible Expressions Ohio ↗

Art Possible Ohio

Accessible Expressions Ohio, (AEO), is an adjudicated, diverse, statewide exhibition and tour of 2D and 3D art by Ohio artists with disabilities. Artists of any age, living in Ohio, with a disability may enter in the Youth, Emerging, or Professional categories. Cash awards.

#Ohio #juried exhibition

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New #Job Opportunity

Art Gallery Attendant (Full-Time) ↗

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Cleveland Museum of Art is hiring a full-time Art Gallery Attendant. The Art Gallery Attendant protects the museum's collection, staff, and visitors while at the same time providing world class visitor service.

#University Circle #Cleveland #full-time job

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New #Job Opportunity

Art Museum Registrar ↗

Allen Memorial Art Museum

The Allen Memorial Art Museum at Oberlin College invites applications for the position of Registrar. This is a full-time, 12-month Administrative and Professional Staff position reporting to the museum’s director, beginning in January 2026.

#Oberlin #full-time job

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New #Job Opportunity

Retail Store Sales Associate ↗

Blick Art Materials

Blick (Cleveland Heights) is seeking a Release Store Sales Associate to assist its team in fulfilling its commitment to its customers, the Arts, and local communities. The Retail Store Sales Associate will do this by maintaining outstanding customer service, generating revenue through helpful product knowledge, housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations, and loss prevention in adherence to all company policies and procedures. Part-time.

#Cleveland Heights #part-time job

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DEADLINE: November 23rd, 2025

#Call for Artists

23rd Kaleidoscope Juried Art Exhibition ↗

Summit Artspace

The Kaleidoscope Juried Exhibition is an annual holiday show presented by the Alliance for the Visual Arts (AVA), scheduled for January 9 – March 14, 2026. This show is open to all members of AVA organizations: Akron Society of Artists (ASA), Artists of Rubber City (AoRC), Cuyahoga Valley Art Center (CVAC), Medina County Art League (MCAL), Ohio Collage Society (OSC), and Women’s Art League of Akron (WAL). Juror: Dr. Jeffrey Katzin, Senior Curator, Akron Art Museum

#Akron #juried exhibition

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DEADLINE: November 23rd, 2025

#Call for Artists

BIPOC+ Artists Funded Exhibition ↗

Summit Artspace

Summit Artspace invites local BIPOC+ (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) artists to apply for a funded exhibition in our Main Gallery located on the first floor of Summit Artspace. Solo and small group exhibitions (up to 3 artists) may be proposed. A total stipend of $1,250 will be awarded to selected artist(s) to create the exhibition.

#Akron #solo exhibition #group exhibition

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DEADLINE: November 30th, 2025

#Call for Artists

Maker-in-Residence ↗

Akron Maker Space

The Akron Maker Space (AMS) is offering 8 three-month residencies. Makers-in-Residence (MiR) work on a project, share their skills, and engage with members. Includes a $1200 stipend, access to labs and equipment, and the opportunity to sell personal work.

#Akron #residency

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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.

#Youngstown #no application fee #rolling submissions

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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.

#Youngstown #no application fee #rolling submissions

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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.

#Cleveland Heights #no application fee #rolling submissions

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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.

#Cleveland #University Circle #rolling submissions

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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.

#Detroit Shoreway #Cleveland #rolling submissions

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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

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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.

#Cleveland #Waterloo / Collinwood #rolling submissions

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Solo Exhibition Proposals ↗

Ashtabula Arts Center

Apply for a solo exhibition at Ashtabula Arts Center using their solo show application form.

#Ashtabula #rolling submissions #solo exhibition

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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

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#Call for Artists

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.

#Hudson #rolling submissions

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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

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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.

#Hudson #solo exhibition #rolling submissions

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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

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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.

#Oberlin #art education #rolling submissions

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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.

#Cleveland #part-time job

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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.

#Fairlawn #studio #rolling submissions

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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

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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.

#Barberton #studio

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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.

#Barberton #wall space

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#Space Available

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.

#Cleveland #rolling submissions

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#Call for Artists

Photo Poets: Street Photography ↗

CAN Journal

CAN Journal, Cleveland's magazine of the visual arts seeks street photography for a new quarterly feature. For consideration, email: ajajoiphoto@gmail.com Submissions will be accepted on an ongoing basis.

#Northeast Ohio #feature

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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

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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.

#Cleveland #Buckeye #rolling submissions

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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

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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.

#Akron #wall space #exhibition #rolling submissions

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Featured Artist in Ohio's Arts Newspaper ↗

The Scribe

Submit your art to The Scribe newspaper! Once a month, The Scribe features Ohio artists, authors, writers, musicians, filmmakers and more. There's no cost or licensing, and it is entirely free for artists. The Scribe is Ohio's first state-wide arts newspaper, and is stocked in 17 Ohio cities.

#Ohio #feature

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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.

#Cleveland #exhibition #solo exhibition

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Exhibition Proposals ↗

The School of Art at Kent State University

Propose an exhibition in the Kent State University School of Art Galleries, KSU Downtown Gallery, located at 141 East Main Street, Kent, Ohio.

#Kent #exhibition

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#Space Available

Annex Gallery Monthly Rental ↗

Stella's Art Gallery

The Annex Gallery at Stella's Art Gallery is available for rent by the month. The gallery includes plenty of wall and floor space with north-facing windows that are perfect for displaying and selling artwork.

#Willoughby #rolling submissions

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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.

#Cleveland #studio

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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.

#Akron #solo exhibition #rolling submissions

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DEADLINE: January 1st, 2026

#Call for Artists

2026 Renaissance Box Residency ↗

Kaiser Studios

Kaiser Studios invites artists and STEM professionals to apply for the 2026 Renaissance Box Residency Program, a unique 12-week immersive residency in Cleveland, Ohio. $1,000 stipend, 24/7 access to dedicated studio space, mentorship, public exhibition.

#Cleveland #residency

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DEADLINE: February 15th, 2026

New #Call for Artists

Boston Mills Artfest ↗

Boston Mills Ski Resort

Boston Mills is now accepting applications for the 52st annual 2026 Boston Mills Artfest, a celebration of Fine Art and Contemporary Craft, a nationally recognized juried festival that has delighted art lovers for over five decades. Hosted and produced by the beautiful Boston Mills Ski Resort, a Vail Resort in Peninsula, Ohio. Boston Mills I: June 25-June 28 and Boston Mills II: July 3-July 5.

#Peninsula #festival

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