Call for Artists: Removing Barriers

What does it mean to remove a barrier? Barriers can be visible or invisible. They can be physical, emotional, social, cultural, economic, environmental, or personal. Some are built by systems, others by circumstance, and some exist only until someone finds the courage to challenge them. We invite artists of all backgrounds and experience levels to […]

July 27, 2026

Call for Artists: LOON RISE

Summary – Submissions Due Wednesday, September 9, 4 p.m.  To Register via Google Forms Please Link to https://forms.gle/qiJf9DREeL4ddeFx6 More Info Link  Description – LOON RISE will exhibit original work by Minnesota artists created in response to the unconscionable thuggery of Operation Metro Surge. The exhibition will take place at Northside Artspace Lofts Gallery, 229 Irving Avenue North, in the […]

July 24, 2026

Request for Proposals: Watershed Excellence Awards Commission

Request for Proposals (RFP) Watershed Excellence Awards Art Commission Overview The Ramsey-Washington Metro Watershed District (RWMWD) is seeking proposals from artists to design and create a series of handcrafted awards recognizing outstanding watershed volunteers and community partners. These awards will be presented during the District’s annual recognition dinner in November each year, celebrating individuals and […]

July 24, 2026

Call for Artists: Confluence of Art Annual Exhibit

The Confluence of Art Annual exhibit showcases the wonderful artwork from local and regional artists.  This is a juried show accepting around 50 pieces from 2D, 3D and multimedia mediums.  All this stunning work comes together in our esteemed James Hansen Gallery located on the first floor of Pablo Center. Year after year, the volume […]

July 21, 2026

Fellowship Opportunity: 2026/27 MCAD-Jerome Foundation Fellowships for Early Career Artists

2026/27 MCAD-Jerome Foundation Fellowships for Early Career Artists Deadline: Friday, September 11, 2026 at noon CT MCAD–Jerome main page: https://www.mcad.edu/why-mcad/fellowships/mcad-jerome-foundation-fellowships Application link: https://mcad.submittable.com/submit Fellowship Description:An independent jury of three arts professionals competitively awards four grants of $10,000 + $1,000 in professional development funds each to early career Minnesota artists. Fellowships may be used to purchase materials, cover the […]

July 17, 2026

Call for Artists: House of Three Walls

House of Three Walls is an ephemeral pop-up gallery space located in Uptown, Minneapolis, MN. Exhibiting artist and location are kept a secret until the day before the event. House of Three Walls operates under a rolling open call. Artists always submit their application to exhibit at no cost. Artists who have already submitted, but […]

July 17, 2026

Call for Artists: Holiday Gallery Shop

Each November and December, Textile Center more than doubles the regular footprint of our retail shop, expanding to fill the galleries with unique fiber goods for thoughtful gift-giving. We’re looking for artists new to our shop to apply + join us for the holiday season! What we’re looking for: Gift-ready fiber art of all kinds […]

July 17, 2026

Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant

Apply for the Printed Matter Publisher Work Grant, an annual cycle of unrestricted grants available to artists’ book publishers, made possible with the generous support of Wagner Foundation. Now in its third year, the Publisher Work Grant program offers funding to independent presses with a history of artists’ book publishing, acknowledging awardees’ accomplishments in past […]

July 17, 2026

Call for Artists: The Other Art Fair Chicago

We’re excited to announce that applications are now open for The Other Art Fair Chicago taking place December 17-20 at Artifact Events! The deadline to apply is August 16th. The Other Art Fair brings together over 120 independent artists to showcase boundary-pushing yet always accessible works, alongside immersive installations, live performances, and unexpected encounters. The […]

July 17, 2026

Call for Artists: 2026 North Star Glass Exhibition: Glass Painting

The 2026 North Star Glass Exhibition: Glass Painting is a juried regional exhibition celebrating excellence in traditional and contemporary painting on glass. Presented by Potekglass, the exhibition will showcase outstanding work by artists from across the Upper Midwest while highlighting the rich traditions and evolving possibilities of painted glass as an artistic medium. Selected works […]

July 17, 2026

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