Calls for Artists
Browse our curated list of juried exhibitions, solo shows, group shows, festivals, and more calls for artists in Northeast Ohio.
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.
DEADLINE: November 22nd, 2024
Funded Solo Exhibition for BIPOC+ Artist ↗
Summit Artspace
DEADLINE EXTENDED - 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
BIPOC Vendors for Black Friday ↗
HumanHeART Studios
Human HeART Studios is looking for BIPOC vendors for its Black Friday event on November 29, 2-8 p.m.! If you’re interested, fill out the link to secure your spot.
DEADLINE: November 23rd, 2024
Inside The Box Community Art Show ↗
Artisans’ Corner Gallery
Call for art for "Inside the Box" community juried art show. Any medium, as long as the work is no larger than 10 inches in any direction including frame or display. All work must fit in a 10x10x10 inch box. Drop off dates November 21st, 22nd, and 23rd 10:00am to 4:00pm. Cash prizes.
DEADLINE: November 25th, 2024
Accessible Expressions Ohio Exhibition ↗
Art Possible Ohio
DEADLINE EXTENDED - 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 27th, 2024
JCC Members-Only Art Show ↗
Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Art Gallery
The Thomases Family Endowment of the Youngstown Area Jewish Federation Art Gallery is searching for artists to participate in their Member Art Show from January 6-26, 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 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 6th, 2024
FRESH: Soft Offerings ↗
Summit Artspace
Summit Artspace invites local emerging artists to submit to the FRESH exhibition. Revamped for the 21st year, the FRESH exhibition will now feature local emerging artists exclusively. This year's theme is FRESH: Soft Offerings and will be curated by Abby Cipar and Julie Polsinelli.
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
DEADLINE: December 7th, 2024
Peace on Earth and Goodwill towards All Show ↗
Stella's Art Gallery
Stella's Art Gallery invites artists to submit peaceful works for art for their December show "Peace on Earth and Goodwill towards All". Drop off between December 5-7. Juror: Cathee Thomas.
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.
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.
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.
DEADLINE: December 30th, 2024
Workshop Proposals for Summer 2025 ↗
Morgan Conservatory
Morgan Conservatory is accepting workshop proposals for the Summer 2025 season. Actively seeking skilled individuals in papermaking, bookbinding, printmaking, and other techniques to lead engaging workshops. In-person or virtual.
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.
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
DEADLINE: January 1st, 2025
Crooked Rivers Connected Photography Exhibition ↗
Cleveland Photo Fest
The Cleveland Photo Fest invites your participation in a photography exchange program with Pittsburgh’s Ketchup City Creative. The CPF will accept 50 of Cleveland (NEO) photographers' images to be displayed in Pittsburgh. In exchange, Pittsburgh will display 50 of their images at the Tri-C East Gallery.
DEADLINE: January 5th, 2025
Art Show 2025 ↗
Door 2 Art Studio
Door 2 Art is is now accepting submissions for their 2025 Art Show! This is a juried show with cash prizes.
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.