Calls for Artists
Browse our curated list of juried exhibitions, solo shows, group shows, festivals, and more calls for artists in Northeast Ohio.
DEADLINE: June 2nd, 2025
Roots Exhibition ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace is seeking works for Roots, an exhibition July 11 - September 13, 2025 centered around themes of personal histories, familial histories, and homage to home- whether that be Akron or an abstract feeling. Curator: Al Macdougall
DEADLINE: June 3rd, 2025
Artist/Maker Vendors for Art Fest ↗
Orange Art Center
The Orange Art Center (OAC) invites local artists and makers to participate as vendors in their very first Orange Community Art Fest, to take place on Saturday, August 16, 2025 on the grounds of the Orange Art Center in Pepper Pike, Ohio.
DEADLINE: June 3rd, 2025
Mural Artists for Art Fest ↗
Orange Art Center
The Orange Art Center (OAC) seeks mural artists to design and lead a community mural project during their inaugural art fest to take place on Saturday, August 16, 2025 on the grounds of the Orange Art Center in Pepper Pike, Ohio. This collaborative mural will be painted LIVE during the event, inviting participation from community members of all ages.
DEADLINE: June 3rd, 2025
Fine Arts Exhibition ↗
Ohio State Fair
Numerous fine art exhibition opportunities at the upcoming Ohio State Fair held July 23-August 3, 2025, including various divisions (professional and amateur) and live competitions (plein air and mural).
Workshop Instructors + Art Events for July ↗
Lakewood Art Supply
Are you interested in teaching or hosting an art event? Lakewood Art Supply is booking July classes and looking for instructors to teach watercolor, gouache, clay, embroidery, crochet/knitting, or other creative workshops! You pick the topic, schedule, and class size—they provide the space, handle signups, and promote your event. You keep 70% of class fees. Contact lakewoodartsupply@gmail.com
DEADLINE: June 6th, 2025
Akron-Canton Airport Public Art ↗
Akron-Canton Airport
The Akron-Canton Airport, in partnership with the MAPS Air Museum, is seeking two talented visual artists—one from Stark County and one from Summit County—to transform vintage airplane parts into vibrant public artworks for display within the airport terminal. This initiative is designed to celebrate regional creativity, elevate the travel experience, and highlight the unique spirit of Northeast Ohio.
DEADLINE: June 7th, 2025
Floral & Landscape Exhibition ↗
Cuyahoga Valley Art Center
CVAC is seeking to showcase the talents of local artists in representations of flowers & landscapes for their Floral & Landscape Exhibition opening June 10, 2025. Realistic or abstract. All mediums encouraged. CVAC will be accepting submissions on June 6, 10-3pm and June 7, 10 – 2pm.
DEADLINE: June 7th, 2025
Landscapes, Real or Fantasy ↗
Stella's Art Gallery
Stella's invites artists to submit work for the Landscapes, Real or Fantasy exhibition. All entries must be a landscape, real or fantasy. All sizes welcome. Drop off dates: June 5-7. Cash prizes. Juror: Cathee Thomas
DEADLINE: June 9th, 2025
Overdose Awareness Exhibition ↗
Summit Artspace
Artists are invited to apply to the Overdose Awareness Exhibition at the Welcome Gallery from July 11-September 13, 2025. Free to apply. Email natalie@summitartspace.org for information on how to apply!
DEADLINE: June 12th, 2025
Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival 2025 ↗
Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival
The Tremont Arts & Cultural Festival is accepting visual artist applications for the festival on September 20 & 21 at Lincoln Park in Cleveland’s historic Tremont neighborhood. Northeast Ohio artists are encouraged to apply.
DEADLINE: June 15th, 2025
NewNow 2025 ↗
Artist Archives of the Western Reserve
The Artists Archives of the Western Reserve (AAWR) invites artists to submit work to NewNow 2025, Northeast Ohio’s premier annual competitive art exhibition to be held August 28 – October 9, 2025. Cash awards.
DEADLINE: June 15th, 2025
Mural Design for the Alley – Bee Themed Project ↗
Main Street Wellington
Seeking a talented local artist to create a bold, colorful, and easy-to-paint exterior mural in Wellington, Ohio. The mural will celebrate Wellington’s designation as a “B City,” with the theme of *Bees*. $1,000 compensation for design and time spent overseeing the community painting sessions.
Youngstown Flea - Season Ten ↗
Youngstown Flea
Apply to participate in Youngstown Flea Season Ten, a well-curated “Market For Makers” hosted once per month in the heart of Downtown Youngstown. Sign up as an artist or artisan vendor for one or more of the monthly events during the 2025 season.
DEADLINE: June 17th, 2025
Emerging Young Artists Exhibition (Ages 16 - 22) ↗
Valley Art Center
Artists between the ages of 16 and 22 and living in Northeast Ohio (within 50 miles of Chagrin Falls, OH) are invited to submit artwork for consideration to Valley Art Center's annual Emerging Young Artists Exhibition. Cash prizes.
DEADLINE: June 20th, 2025
Washington Gladden Social Justice Park Artist Commission RFQ ↗
The First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ
The First Congregational Church, United Church of Christ of Columbus, Ohio is inviting Ohio and national artists to submit up to nine (9) digital images of past work for the Washington Gladden Social Justice Park commission. The park commemorates Rev. Dr. Washington Gladden, a pivotal figure in the Social Gospel Movement and social justice advocate.
DEADLINE: June 30th, 2025
Waterloo Arts Fest ↗
Waterloo Arts
Waterloo Arts is seeking unique and original art vendors for the Waterloo Arts Fest on Saturday, September 13, 2025. Art vendor applicants must be selling their own original and personally handmade art and goods.
DEADLINE: June 30th, 2025
Solo Exhibitions for Emerging Artists 2026-2027 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace invites local emerging artists to apply for a solo exhibition to be held in the Horizon Gallery, a smaller sized space on their third floor. Artists with new bodies of work exploring exciting themes in contemporary art are encouraged to apply. Summit Artspace is interested in highlighting a diverse range of artistic skill sets and backgrounds as well as diverse material and critical exploration.
DEADLINE: June 30th, 2025
Group Exhibitions for Local Artists and Curators 2026-2027 ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace invites local artists and curators to apply for a group exhibition to be held in the Forum, a larger sized space on the second floor. Artists and organizers with new bodies of work exploring exciting themes in contemporary art are encouraged to apply. Summit Artspace is interested in highlighting a diverse range of artistic skill sets and backgrounds as well as diverse material and critical exploration.
Creative partners for YARDWORK pop-up public space ↗
North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation
The North Coast Waterfront Development Corporation seeks creative partners - artists, performers, and community groups - to bring the North Coast Yard pop-up public space to life during Summer 2025. If you have a program or talent you're eager to showcase at the waterfront, this is your opportunity to help reimagine Cleveland's downtown lakefront through experimentation, creativity, and connection.
DEADLINE: July 2nd, 2025
Art Fair in the Square 2025 ↗
FAVA
Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA), in partnership with the City of Oberlin, invites artists and craftspeople of all mediums to register for the 3rd annual FAVA's Art Fair in the Square in Oberlin, Ohio’s historic downtown Tappan Square to be held September 13, 2025.
DEADLINE: July 18th, 2025
Paul and Norma Tikkanen Painting Prize ↗
Ashtabula Arts Center
Call for painters! Enter the 2025 Juried Painting Exhibition at Ashtabula Arts Center. $44K+ in prizes. Open to select OH & PA counties. Entry fee: $15/piece (max 2). Apply online from June 1 to July 18 with high-resolution images. Exhibition opens Oct 4, 2025.
Vendors for Art & Craft Markets ↗
Shoreway Events
Seeking artists/crafters to vend at the Shoreway Events 2025 Art & Craft Markets. Market dates are April 26, May 31, June 21, July 12, August 16, and October 4. Email shorewayevents@gmail.com
DEADLINE: August 10th, 2025
AU Alumni Art & Design Exhibition ↗
Ashland University
Ashland University art & design alumni are invited to participate in the 2025 AU Art & Design Alumni Exhibition from October 9-October 31, 2025 at the Coburn Art Gallery. Open to ALL mediums including graphic design.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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 a Solo Exhibition ↗
Patina Arts Centre
Apply for a solo art exhibit at Patina Arts Centre in Canton, Ohio. Solo exhibits offer artists a platform to showcase their work in-depth, gain exposure, and connect with art enthusiasts, collectors, and gallery representatives.
#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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.