Opportunities in Northeast Ohio
Browse a curated list of fresh calls for artists, job opportunities, grants and fellowships, and spaces available in Northeast Ohio.
DEADLINE: July 15th, 2026
Paul and Norma Tikkanen Painting Prize ↗
Ashtabula Arts Center
Ashtabula Arts Center presents the annual Paul and Norma Tikkanen Painting Prize competition for painters in NE Ohio and NW Pennsylvania. Applications open June 1-July 15, 2026. Two $15,000 first place prizes and multiple additional prizes totaling over $40,000.
Upper School Digital Media Arts Teacher ↗
Hawken School
Hawken School is seeking a Digital Media Arts Teacher for the Upper School division. This position involves teaching digital media arts courses to high school students at the independent college preparatory school.
50th Annual Fairmount Art Exhibition ↗
Fairmount Center for the Arts
Fairmount Center for the Arts invites Northeast Ohio artists to submit up to 3 original works for their 50th Annual Art Exhibition in July 2026. Entry fee $15 per piece. Adults and senior high school students eligible.
#Northeast Ohio #juried exhibition #group exhibition #student
DEADLINE: August 9th, 2026
The Northeast Ohio Show ↗
Stella's Art Gallery
Stella's Art Gallery invites artists of all mediums to submit work inspired by Northeast Ohio for a juried exhibition with cash prizes and ribbons. Each piece must include a statement explaining its NEO inspiration. Drop-off dates: August 6–8, 2026.
#Willoughby #Northeast Ohio #juried exhibition #exhibition #prize #group exhibition
DEADLINE: August 10th, 2026
Visual Arts Teaching Opportunities ↗
Fairmount Center for the Arts
Fairmount Center for the Arts is seeking visual arts instructors for Fall 2026 and Winter/Spring 2027 sessions. Teaching opportunities available at onsite studios in Novelty and Chardon, plus outreach programs throughout the community. Part-time.
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.