The Artwork Archive team set out to find the best art opportunities, artist grants, and calls for entry for visual artists in the Southeastern United States.
Below you will find a list of the top artist residencies, international open calls, artist grants, exhibition opportunities and art competitions that we believe will benefit artists, specifically in the Southeast.
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January 15, 2024 4 days left
The Arrowmont Artists-in-Residence Program provides early career, self-directed artists time, space and support to develop new work and be an active part of the Arrowmont community. Each year, five artists are selected to participate in the 11-month program, which begins in mid-June and continues through late May of the following year. Started in 1991, the Arrowmont Artists-in-Residence program will celebrate 30 years in 2021.
Artists-in-Residence are given a monthly stipend, shared housing with private bedrooms and meals (during workshop sessions), and a private well-lit studio with climate control, a basic work table, shelving and sink. Residents provide instruction for Arrowmont’s celebrated children’s education program, ArtReach, and are offered paid teaching opportunities. Professional development is made available through funding and networking sources. Multiple exhibition opportunities are provided on- and off-campus. The program encourages early career artists who embrace community, are highly self-motivated and enjoy working in a team environment to apply.
The ideal candidate for the Arrowmont Artists-in-Residence Program is an early career, self-motivated individual able to work well independently and within a larger organization. The successful resident is eager to be involved with Arrowmont’s diverse existing program offerings such as workshops, conferences, events and exhibitions. Candidates who enjoy the team spirit in working with staff, other residents and visiting artists/instructors are encouraged to apply. The artists selected each year work in a variety of media which reflects the strength of Arrowmont workshop offerings and resources. The Arrowmont Artists-in-Residence Program is open to permanent residents of the United States.
Duration of residency: 11 months
January 15, 2024 4 days left
This annual show is the most anticipated of the year. As the name suggests, this exhibition features pieces created by artists working in a wide variety of media from all over the 65,000 square miles that make up Florida. The juried entries come together for an award-winning and exciting exhibition representing today’s contemporary Florida artists. The exhibition will be on display March 1 – 30, 2024.
ELIGIBILITY & ENTRY FEE: Open to all artists residing in Florida. Only original artwork will be accepted, no giclee. Categories are, painting (including oil, acrylic, collage, watercolor and mixed media), drawing, photography, sculpture, ceramics, metalsmithing, glass, digital media, video, printmaking, fiber or textiles. An entry consists of 1 to 3 artworks. Non-refundable Entry Fee is $25.00 for one entry and $5 for each additional entry up to 3. Alliance for the Arts members may use coupon code Member10 to receive $10 off the entry fee.
January 15, 2024 4 days left
Request for Proposals (RFP) for Sculpture for placement in the Rotary Clubs of Joplin Sculpture Garden, located in Mercy Park in Joplin, Missouri. The Club is seeking a medium- to large-scale sculpture representative of the past, present, and future of Soroptimist International of Joplin. The sculpture shall be modern, unique, dynamic, accessible, and approachable highlighting mission, programs, and ideals of the Club.
January 19, 2024 8 days left
The Windgate Museum of Art at Hendrix College (WMA) has opened a call for art submissions from Arkansas students in kindergarten through 12th grade for The Moon and Beyond: A Juried Exhibition of Arkansas K-12 Student Space Art. The WMA is accepting submissions of 2D artworks in any medium that in some way depict an eclipse, the cosmos, the solar system, or human interaction with space. Submitted artworks will be juried, and a total of 80 works will be selected from across all grades.
January 31, 2024 20 days left
As artists, you have the freedom to interpret "Girl Power' in your own unique way, exploring the multifaceted dimensions of what it means to identify as a woman in today's world. We encourage you to reflect on the power, resilience, and complexities that encompass femininity and embrace the spirit of empowerment.
Artworks can encompass various mediums, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, digital arts (if video, must supply own display), mixed media, and installations. 2D work must be gallery wrapped or framed and wired, no saw tooth hangers. Size is not to exceed 48" in any direction. 3D work may not exceed 36" in any direction and must stand free.
February 1, 2024 21 days left
Artists and artisans are invited to apply for the 2024 Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, held February 16-18 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Three artists will be awarded in the following categories: Best in Show, Best New Artist & Artist Choice. Eligible media: Basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood.
February 1, 2024 21 days left
FANTASTIC FIBERS is an international competitive exhibition that seeks to showcase a wide range of outstanding works related to the fiber medium. One of Yeiser Art Center's most engaging and innovative international exhibits, Fantastic Fibers is an inspirational "must see" for fine artists, quilters and textile art enthusiasts around the globe.
February 2, 2024 22 days left
Arkansas Art Shows invites artists to apply for the Tontitown Art Festival, held April 27-28, 2024 at Harry Sbanotto Park in Tontitown, Arkansas. Juror: Ronda Mills. Accepting artists displaying their original artwork in all mediums of fine art and fine craft, including 2 and 3-dimensional mixed media, batik, clay, glass, digital, fiber, jewelry, paintings in acrylic, oil, and watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood
March 29, 2024 78 days left
Arkansas Art Shows invites artists to apply for the Bentonville Art Festival, held June 1-2, 2024 at Orchards Park in Bentonville, AR. $1,000 Purchase Award. Juror: Ronda Mills. Accepting artists displaying their original artwork in all mediums of fine art and fine craft, including 2 and 3-dimensional mixed media, batik, clay, glass, digital, fiber, jewelry, paintings in acrylic, oils, and watercolor, photography, sculpture, and wood.
May 15, 2024 125 days left
This grant category offers grant funding for Professional Fees and Supplies for arts projects which focus on increasing access to underserved and underrepresented people which may include ethnic groups*, people with disabilities, people aged 60 years and older, and active-duty military/veterans and their families.