The Artwork Archive team set out to find the best art opportunities, artist grants, and calls for entry for visual artists in the Midwestern 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 Midwest.
This year, we added another new feature! You can now save the important deadlines for your favorite opportunities right in your Artwork Archive account.
When you find a call that interests you, simply click ‘Add to Schedule' and the call's deadline will be automatically added to your Schedule. You'll also receive weekly reminders to keep you on top of your game.
We will be updating this list throughout the year, so make sure to bookmark the page, check back often, and let us know if there is an opportunity that should be listed!
October 6, 2023 2 days left
What are the images and experiences that come to mind when you consider health and medicine? How can these experiences be presented in a visual format? What images can you explore when considering medicine and the arts?
In what way is art the best medicine for you, and how is that related in your art?
In connection with the Missouri Southern State University Artful Medicine: Bridging Medicine and the Humanities Symposium, we are looking for visual art that exemplifies the connections between medicine and the arts to display during our national symposium. This will be held at Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, Missouri at the Billingsly Student Union October 19-21.
October 8, 2023 4 days left
The Indianapolis Art Center is calling for entries for artists in any medium 18 or older living in the United States for its 2023 College Invitational Exhibition – A national juried exhibition focusing on college students enrolled at time of submission who are seeking an Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in any field of fine art and/or craft. Cash awards total $2,000.00.
October 14, 2023 10 days left
The Cincinnati based non-profit arts organization and gallery, Manifest, invites visual artists and designers to submit works of art that are made with, using, of, or about wax in all its forms. Open to encaustic painting, sculpture, lost-wax processes, or any other media involving or depicting wax. Includes honorarium of $50 for each exhibiting artist, and new Grand Jury Award of $1,000 for one jury-selected work from among the exhibits on view during each of our nine exhibition periods. $40 for up to 4 entries. $5 per each additional entry.
October 17, 2023 13 days left
It’s not a stretch to see the artistry in hair, makeup, and nail design. The Nicolet College Art Gallery invites students, faculty, and regional artists to share artworks related to themes of cosmetology. The science of cosmetics meets the art of beautification in this exhibition. Presented by Nicolet College Arts & Enrichment “The Art of…” series was launched in 2022 with a goal to tie campus programs to the visual arts activities on campus. Each year a new program will be highlighted and a call for art will go out locally, regionally, and to Nicolet College students and faculty. The vision is that our Northwoods community will see that art is all around us and there is creativity inherent in the work that we all do, especially in some of the specialized skills that Nicolet College cultivates. The “Art of…” exhibitions will highlight Nicolet College’s unique dual mission as both champion of the arts in the community and a leader in occupational training and education. Exhibit will run from Dec 4, 2023 - Jan 27, 2024
October 23, 2023 19 days left
Art Saint Louis presents “Sin City,” a juried exhibit open to St. Louis regional artists 18+ who live within 200 miles of Art Saint Louis. We welcome original artworks that reflect upon and examine the Seven Deadly Sins: Pride, Greed, Lust, Envy, Gluttony, Wrath, and Sloth. We encourage all explorations and interpretations of this theme. Works in all media, styles and techniques are encouraged. Limit 5 works created 2019—2023. Jurors: St. Louis-based artists and art educators Norleen Nosri and Brian Lathan. All exhibition rules apply and are listed in prospectus. Non-refundable entry fee. Entry deadline: October 23, 2023. Presented in the Art Saint Louis Gallery, downtown St. Louis, MO January 6-February 14, 2023. Public reception Saturday, January 13, 5-7 p.m.
February 15, 2024 134 days left
For the fifth iteration of "Contemporary Indigeneity," the Great Plains Art Museum seeks Native American artists addressing any issues and themes relevant to the contemporary Indigenous experience on the Great Plains. A panel of Native American art professionals will review the submitted work and make selections based on the artwork’s aesthetic merit and contribution to the field of contemporary art.
The museum and its parent organization, the Center for Great Plains Studies, are committed to increasing the representation of and providing a platform for Native artists in their collections, exhibitions, and educational programs. "Contemporary Indigeneity" plays a key role in that initiative.
Visit go.unl.edu/contemporary-indigeneity to learn more and apply online.
