Colorado, Golden “Com-Part-Mental-Ize” (April 18–May 25, 2025). Open to all women-identifying artists. Compartmentalization is a skill to create mental and emotional boundaries between actions and feelings, thoughts and decisions, personal views, and societal pressures. This show explores how we arrange time, space, energy, pleasure, and pain. How do you express this tension/ balance in a work of art? All visual media will be accepted. Fee: $40 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Laine Godsey. Contact Women’s Caucus for Art: Colorado Chapter, PO Box 17384, Golden, CO 80402; wcacompartmentalize25@gmail.com; 303-277-9520, ext. 310; wcaco.org/about-1-10.
March 15, 2025 entry deadline
Louisiana, Alexandria “Dirty South Cup Competition” (April 18–May 25, 2025). River Oaks Square Arts Center is looking for a few good pieces to include in its’ 11th Annual Dirty South Cup Call and Competition. We are looking for ceramic vessels (mugs, cups, yunomis) that encompass exemplary creativity, experimentation, and imagination, showcasing what can be accomplished with ceramics. Open to all artists working in the medium of clay, residing in the US. Functional, non-functional, traditional, and non-traditional pieces accepted. Work may not be larger than 7 inches in any direction. Fee: $15 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Pate. Contact Rachaul Dauzat, 1330 Second St., Alexandria, LA 71301; Rachael@riveroaksartscenter.com; 318-473-2670; riveroaksartscenter.com/dirty-south-mug-call.
March 23, 2025 entry deadline
Maryland, Frederick “2025 National Juried Exhibition” (May 3–July 13, 2025). The Delaplaine Arts Center announces the 2025 National Juried Exhibition. All media are eligible, including but not limited to: painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, drawing, fiber, installation, and sculpture. There are no size restrictions for this exhibition. All artwork must be an original of the submitting artist and should have been completed in the last 2 years. Artwork must not have been exhibited previously at the Delaplaine. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Schillica Howard. Contact Corey Frey, 40 South Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701; cfrey@delaplaine.org; 301-698-0656 x108; delaplaine.org/exhibitions/opportunities/nje.
March 30, 2025 entry deadline
California, Lincoln “Feats of Clay” (April 25–June 29, 2025). The Feats of Clay 2025 National Ceramic Competition will be showcased at the Art League of Lincoln. An exhibit catalog will be produced, and each accepted artist will receive one. All types of ceramic works are encouraged for submission: sculptural, functional, tiles, vessels, etc. In addition, all types of clay and firing techniques (with a minimum of 50% ceramic clay) will be considered. Work must be the original work of the artist. Artists will be emailed acceptance notices no later than April 5. $6500 in cash prizes awarded. Fee: $40 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Rhonda Willers. Contact Gia McNutt, 580 Sixth St., Lincoln, California 95648; operationsmanager@artleagueoflincoln.com; 916-209-3499; artleagueoflincoln.com/events/feats-of-clay.
April 6, 2025 entry deadline
Florida, St. Petersburg “99 Bottles” (May 24–July 12, 2025). Florida CraftArt announces 99 Bottles, a juried exhibition inviting artists from across the US to explore the bottle as both a form and an idea. Featuring works in glass, ceramics, metal, wood, fibers, and mixed media, the show celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship behind this timeless object. All work must be original and have been completed in the past three years. All work must be available for sale. Fee: $30 for up to five entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Rachel Rearick. Contact Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701; gallery@floridacraftart.org; 727-821-7391; floridacraftart.org.
May 31, 2025 entry deadline
New York, Kingston “Picnic” (September 6, 2025–January 17, 2026). The International Museum of Dinnerware Design invites artists and designers 18 and older, and living in the US, to apply for Picnic. Artists and designers in all media are invited to explore the theme Picnic through the creation of specialized dinnerware or 2D or 3D work related to the topic. 3D work should be no larger than 18 inches in any dimension. Entries for functional work should include at least one image with appropriate picnic cuisine. All work must be original and have been completed in the past two years. All work must be available for sale. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Brian Czibesz. Contact Margaret Carney, The International Museum of Dinnerware Design, 524 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401; director@dinnerwaremuseum.org; 845- 383-1333; dinnerwaremuseum.org.
July 5, 2025 entry deadline
New Hampshire, Dover “Contemporary Sculpture Exhibition” (September 8–October 31, 2025). The Art Center’s Contemporary Sculpture Exhibition aims to celebrate the diversity and creativity of contemporary sculpture in various mediums. Open to US artists over the age of 18. Entries must be original works no larger than 12 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide. All work must be available for sale and The Art Center retains a 30% commission. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact The Art Center, 1 Washington Street, Suite 1177, Dover, NH 03820; theartcenterdover@gmail.com; 603-241-2713; contemporarysculpture.artcall.org.
regional exhibitions
March 1, 2025 entry deadline
North Carolina, Cary “Seventeenth Annual Small Treasures Juried Exhibit” (March 28–April 25, 2025). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18, who reside in North Carolina. Cary Gallery of Artists welcomes submissions measuring no larger than 12 inches in any direction. Artwork must be original, entirely the work of the artist, and executed within the last two years. Fee: $35 for up to two entries. Juried from digital. Contact Cary Gallery of Artists, 200 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511; carygalleryofartists@gmail.com; 910-575-5999; carygalleryofartists.org.
March 1, 2025 entry deadline
Virginia, Blacksburg “New River Art Juried Biennial Exhibition” (June 5– August 23, 2025). Open to all artists 18 years of age or older currently living within a 170-mile radius of the Moss Arts Center (190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg, VA 24061) are eligible to submit up to three works. All artistic mediums made between the years of 2022–2024 are accepted for review. Art exhibited in previous New River Biennials is not eligible for review. 2-D work must be ready for installation including hanging devices on the artwork. Each work may not exceed 72 inches in any dimension, including frame, and must not exceed 50 lbs. in weight. Fee: $40 for up to two entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Michael Rooks. Contact Blacksburg Regional Art Association, P.O. Box 525, Blacksburg, VA 24063; nrbiennial@blacksburgart.org; blacksburgart.org/2025-new-river-art-biennial.
March 13, 2025 entry deadline
Washington, Anacortes “Anacortes Arts Festival Juried Fine Art 2025” (July 26–August 3, 2025). Open to all artists 18 years of age or older from Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and British Columbia. Both 2D and 3D original work is accepted, as well as video and installations. No AI-generated work will be accepted. Artists will be eligible for up to $7500 in awards, including $2000 Best of Show selected by the juror. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Daniel Wallace. Contact Rita James, Anacortes Arts Festival, 505 ‘O’ Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221; fineart@anacortesartsfestival.com; 360-293- 6211; anacortesartsfestival.com.
March 30, 2025 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “2025 Juried Clay Creations” (May 16–June 30, 2025). open to Local Ceramic Artists working in all styles and techniques, including functional, sculptural, and experimental forms. The Clay Creations exhibition will be a part of the May Open House at Crossroads Art Center that takes place on Friday, May 16 as well as the RVA Clay Studio Tour on June 7–8, 2025. Crossroads Art Center invites ceramic artists to showcase their talent in an exciting exhibition celebrating the beauty and versatility of clay. All work must be for sale. All work must remain on display until the end of the exhibition. Fee: $15 for each entry, up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact 2016 Staples Mill Rd., Richmond, VA 23230; 804-278- 8950; crossroadsartcenter@gmail.com; crossroadsartcenter.com/collections/clay-creations-a-ceramic-celebration-exhibition-call-for-entries-2025.
May 21, 2025 entry deadline
California, Benicia “Arts of Fire—ACGA Regional Exhibition” (August 7– September 21, 2025). The Association of Clay and Glass Artists of California (ACGA) and NY2CA Gallery invite you to submit your most inspiring “Arts of Fire." All submissions must be created in the mediums of ceramic or glass. Both Sculptural and Functional work will be accepted. Pedestal and wall work accepted. Wall pieces over 10 lbs must be cleated, limited to 15 pounds. A limited number of outdoor pieces may be accepted and must be securely installed by artist. Artists must reside in California (unless previous CA resident/ACGA member). Must be over 18 years of age. Work must not have previously exhibited at NY2CA Gallery. All artwork must be for sale. All work must be hang/display ready. Fee: $40 for up to 3 unique pieces. Juried from digital. Jurors: Lisa Reinertson, Demetra Theofanus. Contact Vicki Gunter, the Association of Clay and Glass Artists of California; acgaexhibitions@gmail.com; acga.net/arts-of-fire-acga-regional-exhibition.
fairs, festivals, and more
March 3, 2025 entry deadline
Wisconsin, Sheboygan ”Kohler Arts Center: Midsummer Festival of the Arts 2025” (July 19-20, 2025). All work must be done by the artist who must be present during the show. No work may be exhibited that has been made from commercial molds, kits, patterns, stencils, plans, or forms. Application Fee: $35; Juried from digital. Contact John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081; MFA@jmkac.org; 570-992- 6161; jmkac.org.
March 14, 2025 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Stroudsburg, “Pocono State Craft Festival” (August 24–25, 2025). All work must be done by the artist who must be present during the show. Work from molds, kits, imports, manufactured goods, or ready-made products that have been embellished, painted, or decorated are not generally accepted. Fee: $15; Juried from digital. Contact Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd., Stroudsburg, PA 18360; poconocraftshow@gmail.com; 570-992-6161; poconocrafts.com.
March 21, 2025 entry deadline
Arkansas, Bentonville “Bentonville Fine Art Festival” (May 31–June 1, 2025). The Bentonville Fine Art Festival will boast the talents of local, regional, and national artists displaying their original artwork in all fine art and fine craft mediums. Open to all artists over the age of 16. Submissions must be the work of exhibiting artists, not the work of mass production studios, organizations, or groups. No imports, no commercial, and no purchase for resale work. Fee: $25; booth fees $350–550. Juried from digital. Contact Ronda Mills, P.O. Box 7163, Siloam Springs, AR 72761; arkansasartshows@att.net; 479- 215-7978; arkansasartshows.com and zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12557.
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united states exhibitions
March 2, 2025 entry deadline
Colorado, Golden “Com-Part-Mental-Ize” (April 18–May 25, 2025). Open to all women-identifying artists. Compartmentalization is a skill to create mental and emotional boundaries between actions and feelings, thoughts and decisions, personal views, and societal pressures. This show explores how we arrange time, space, energy, pleasure, and pain. How do you express this tension/ balance in a work of art? All visual media will be accepted. Fee: $40 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Laine Godsey. Contact Women’s Caucus for Art: Colorado Chapter, PO Box 17384, Golden, CO 80402; wcacompartmentalize25@gmail.com; 303-277-9520, ext. 310; wcaco.org/about-1-10.
March 15, 2025 entry deadline
Louisiana, Alexandria “Dirty South Cup Competition” (April 18–May 25, 2025). River Oaks Square Arts Center is looking for a few good pieces to include in its’ 11th Annual Dirty South Cup Call and Competition. We are looking for ceramic vessels (mugs, cups, yunomis) that encompass exemplary creativity, experimentation, and imagination, showcasing what can be accomplished with ceramics. Open to all artists working in the medium of clay, residing in the US. Functional, non-functional, traditional, and non-traditional pieces accepted. Work may not be larger than 7 inches in any direction. Fee: $15 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Pate. Contact Rachaul Dauzat, 1330 Second St., Alexandria, LA 71301; Rachael@riveroaksartscenter.com; 318-473-2670; riveroaksartscenter.com/dirty-south-mug-call.
March 23, 2025 entry deadline
Maryland, Frederick “2025 National Juried Exhibition” (May 3–July 13, 2025). The Delaplaine Arts Center announces the 2025 National Juried Exhibition. All media are eligible, including but not limited to: painting, printmaking, photography, ceramics, drawing, fiber, installation, and sculpture. There are no size restrictions for this exhibition. All artwork must be an original of the submitting artist and should have been completed in the last 2 years. Artwork must not have been exhibited previously at the Delaplaine. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Schillica Howard. Contact Corey Frey, 40 South Carroll Street, Frederick, MD 21701; cfrey@delaplaine.org; 301-698-0656 x108; delaplaine.org/exhibitions/opportunities/nje.
March 30, 2025 entry deadline
California, Lincoln “Feats of Clay” (April 25–June 29, 2025). The Feats of Clay 2025 National Ceramic Competition will be showcased at the Art League of Lincoln. An exhibit catalog will be produced, and each accepted artist will receive one. All types of ceramic works are encouraged for submission: sculptural, functional, tiles, vessels, etc. In addition, all types of clay and firing techniques (with a minimum of 50% ceramic clay) will be considered. Work must be the original work of the artist. Artists will be emailed acceptance notices no later than April 5. $6500 in cash prizes awarded. Fee: $40 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Rhonda Willers. Contact Gia McNutt, 580 Sixth St., Lincoln, California 95648; operationsmanager@artleagueoflincoln.com; 916-209-3499; artleagueoflincoln.com/events/feats-of-clay.
April 6, 2025 entry deadline
Florida, St. Petersburg “99 Bottles” (May 24–July 12, 2025). Florida CraftArt announces 99 Bottles, a juried exhibition inviting artists from across the US to explore the bottle as both a form and an idea. Featuring works in glass, ceramics, metal, wood, fibers, and mixed media, the show celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship behind this timeless object. All work must be original and have been completed in the past three years. All work must be available for sale. Fee: $30 for up to five entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Rachel Rearick. Contact Florida CraftArt, 501 Central Avenue, St. Petersburg, Florida 33701; gallery@floridacraftart.org; 727-821-7391; floridacraftart.org.
May 31, 2025 entry deadline
New York, Kingston “Picnic” (September 6, 2025–January 17, 2026). The International Museum of Dinnerware Design invites artists and designers 18 and older, and living in the US, to apply for Picnic. Artists and designers in all media are invited to explore the theme Picnic through the creation of specialized dinnerware or 2D or 3D work related to the topic. 3D work should be no larger than 18 inches in any dimension. Entries for functional work should include at least one image with appropriate picnic cuisine. All work must be original and have been completed in the past two years. All work must be available for sale. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Brian Czibesz. Contact Margaret Carney, The International Museum of Dinnerware Design, 524 Broadway, Kingston, NY 12401; director@dinnerwaremuseum.org; 845- 383-1333; dinnerwaremuseum.org.
July 5, 2025 entry deadline
New Hampshire, Dover “Contemporary Sculpture Exhibition” (September 8–October 31, 2025). The Art Center’s Contemporary Sculpture Exhibition aims to celebrate the diversity and creativity of contemporary sculpture in various mediums. Open to US artists over the age of 18. Entries must be original works no larger than 12 ft. tall and 3 ft. wide. All work must be available for sale and The Art Center retains a 30% commission. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact The Art Center, 1 Washington Street, Suite 1177, Dover, NH 03820; theartcenterdover@gmail.com; 603-241-2713; contemporarysculpture.artcall.org.
regional exhibitions
March 1, 2025 entry deadline
North Carolina, Cary “Seventeenth Annual Small Treasures Juried Exhibit” (March 28–April 25, 2025). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18, who reside in North Carolina. Cary Gallery of Artists welcomes submissions measuring no larger than 12 inches in any direction. Artwork must be original, entirely the work of the artist, and executed within the last two years. Fee: $35 for up to two entries. Juried from digital. Contact Cary Gallery of Artists, 200 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511; carygalleryofartists@gmail.com; 910-575-5999; carygalleryofartists.org.
March 1, 2025 entry deadline
Virginia, Blacksburg “New River Art Juried Biennial Exhibition” (June 5– August 23, 2025). Open to all artists 18 years of age or older currently living within a 170-mile radius of the Moss Arts Center (190 Alumni Mall, Blacksburg, VA 24061) are eligible to submit up to three works. All artistic mediums made between the years of 2022–2024 are accepted for review. Art exhibited in previous New River Biennials is not eligible for review. 2-D work must be ready for installation including hanging devices on the artwork. Each work may not exceed 72 inches in any dimension, including frame, and must not exceed 50 lbs. in weight. Fee: $40 for up to two entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Michael Rooks. Contact Blacksburg Regional Art Association, P.O. Box 525, Blacksburg, VA 24063; nrbiennial@blacksburgart.org; blacksburgart.org/2025-new-river-art-biennial.
March 13, 2025 entry deadline
Washington, Anacortes “Anacortes Arts Festival Juried Fine Art 2025” (July 26–August 3, 2025). Open to all artists 18 years of age or older from Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, and British Columbia. Both 2D and 3D original work is accepted, as well as video and installations. No AI-generated work will be accepted. Artists will be eligible for up to $7500 in awards, including $2000 Best of Show selected by the juror. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Daniel Wallace. Contact Rita James, Anacortes Arts Festival, 505 ‘O’ Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221; fineart@anacortesartsfestival.com; 360-293- 6211; anacortesartsfestival.com.
March 30, 2025 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “2025 Juried Clay Creations” (May 16–June 30, 2025). open to Local Ceramic Artists working in all styles and techniques, including functional, sculptural, and experimental forms. The Clay Creations exhibition will be a part of the May Open House at Crossroads Art Center that takes place on Friday, May 16 as well as the RVA Clay Studio Tour on June 7–8, 2025. Crossroads Art Center invites ceramic artists to showcase their talent in an exciting exhibition celebrating the beauty and versatility of clay. All work must be for sale. All work must remain on display until the end of the exhibition. Fee: $15 for each entry, up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact 2016 Staples Mill Rd., Richmond, VA 23230; 804-278- 8950; crossroadsartcenter@gmail.com; crossroadsartcenter.com/collections/clay-creations-a-ceramic-celebration-exhibition-call-for-entries-2025.
May 21, 2025 entry deadline
California, Benicia “Arts of Fire—ACGA Regional Exhibition” (August 7– September 21, 2025). The Association of Clay and Glass Artists of California (ACGA) and NY2CA Gallery invite you to submit your most inspiring “Arts of Fire." All submissions must be created in the mediums of ceramic or glass. Both Sculptural and Functional work will be accepted. Pedestal and wall work accepted. Wall pieces over 10 lbs must be cleated, limited to 15 pounds. A limited number of outdoor pieces may be accepted and must be securely installed by artist. Artists must reside in California (unless previous CA resident/ACGA member). Must be over 18 years of age. Work must not have previously exhibited at NY2CA Gallery. All artwork must be for sale. All work must be hang/display ready. Fee: $40 for up to 3 unique pieces. Juried from digital. Jurors: Lisa Reinertson, Demetra Theofanus. Contact Vicki Gunter, the Association of Clay and Glass Artists of California; acgaexhibitions@gmail.com; acga.net/arts-of-fire-acga-regional-exhibition.
fairs, festivals, and more
March 3, 2025 entry deadline
Wisconsin, Sheboygan ”Kohler Arts Center: Midsummer Festival of the Arts 2025” (July 19-20, 2025). All work must be done by the artist who must be present during the show. No work may be exhibited that has been made from commercial molds, kits, patterns, stencils, plans, or forms. Application Fee: $35; Juried from digital. Contact John Michael Kohler Arts Center, 608 New York Ave., Sheboygan, WI 53081; MFA@jmkac.org; 570-992- 6161; jmkac.org.
March 14, 2025 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Stroudsburg, “Pocono State Craft Festival” (August 24–25, 2025). All work must be done by the artist who must be present during the show. Work from molds, kits, imports, manufactured goods, or ready-made products that have been embellished, painted, or decorated are not generally accepted. Fee: $15; Juried from digital. Contact Quiet Valley Living Historical Farm, 347 Quiet Valley Rd., Stroudsburg, PA 18360; poconocraftshow@gmail.com; 570-992-6161; poconocrafts.com.
March 21, 2025 entry deadline
Arkansas, Bentonville “Bentonville Fine Art Festival” (May 31–June 1, 2025). The Bentonville Fine Art Festival will boast the talents of local, regional, and national artists displaying their original artwork in all fine art and fine craft mediums. Open to all artists over the age of 16. Submissions must be the work of exhibiting artists, not the work of mass production studios, organizations, or groups. No imports, no commercial, and no purchase for resale work. Fee: $25; booth fees $350–550. Juried from digital. Contact Ronda Mills, P.O. Box 7163, Siloam Springs, AR 72761; arkansasartshows@att.net; 479- 215-7978; arkansasartshows.com and zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=12557.
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