international exhibitions 

July 5, 2026 entry deadline 
Poolside 2026 

Florida, Key West (August 5–30, 2026) 

Open to artists over the age of 18. Now in its 7th year, Jag Gallery’s “POOLSIDE” is a popular juried exhibit with a call to artists for 2D and 3D (no AI, please) artwork with “Swimming Pool(s)” as part of the subject or the main subject with finished work not exceeding 40 inches in any orientation. Artwork must be original and in perfect condition. 
Contact: Jag Gallery, jaggallerykw@gmail.com; jaggallery.art

August 30, 2026 entry deadline 
Chew on This 

Michigan, Ludington (October 2–31, 2026) 

Open to artists over the age of 18. “Chew on This” invites artists to explore the creative, cultural, and visual power of food. From literal depictions of meals and ingredients to conceptual interpretations of consumption, community, and nourishment. 
Contact: Ludington Arts Center, exhibits@ludingtonartscenter.org; ludingtonartscenter.org

September 8, 2026 entry deadline 
Wayne Art Center 2026 CraftForms 

Pennsylvania, Wayne (December 5, 2026–January 23, 2027) 

Open to artists over the age of 18. Wayne Art Center is seeking submissions for “CraftForms 2026,” the 31st International Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Fine Craft. Eligible media include basketry, ceramics, fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood. Works created using CAD/ CAM technologies and 3D printing are also accepted. 
Contact: Shawn Bellwoar, shawn@wayneart.org; craftforms.org

united states exhibitions 

June 5, 2026 entry deadline 
Innovation, Not Imitation 

Ohio, Norwood (June 26–August 21, 2026) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18. This exhibition is presented in conjunction with the Reign of Fire Workshop. Queen City Clay and Mayco are pleased to present the Make It Mayco exhibition. Artists are invited to showcase how they incorporate Mayco products into their work. This exhibition is an opportunity to demonstrate how Mayco products support and enhance your creative practice. All work must be available for sale. 
Contact: Queen City Clay; jonsteinpottery@gmail.comdropbox.com/request/ljvwiV8xZ47NennMxKbB

June 25, 2026 entry deadline 
Please Elaborate: An Exploration of the Ceramic Surface 

Montana, Missoula (October 2–31, 2026) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18. Submissions should demonstrate thoughtful surface handling that adds narrative, depth, and meaning through material, technique, and composition, going beyond simple decoration. In this exhibition, form and surface are equal partners: function grounds the work, while surface conveys at least half the story. 
Contact: Clay Studio of Missoula; info@theclaystudioofmissoula; theclaystudioofmissoula.org

July 19, 2026 entry deadline 
Lush 4: A Contemporary Ceramics Biennial 

Florida, Tequesta (September 10–November 14, 2026) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18. “LUSH” features the most cutting-edge and innovative practices in contemporary ceramics. This juried exhibition is open nationally to all emerging and established ceramics artists who create functional, sculptural, and experimental pieces in clay. All entries must be original and completed within the last two years. 
Contact: Lighthouse ArtsCenter; anthony@lighthousearts.org; lighthousearts.org. 

July 31, 2026 entry deadline 
Coal Bed 

Ohio, Norwood (August 28–October 22, 2026) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18. Queen City Clay presents “Coal Bed,” a juried exhibition of wood, salt, and soda-fired functional and sculptural ceramics. 
Contact: Queen City Clay; jonsteinpottery@gmail.com; www.queencityclay.com/retail/gallery

August 14, 2026 entry deadline 
Wichita Ceramics National Exhibition 2026 

Kansas, Wichita (October 2–November 1, 2026) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18, who are residents of the US, Canada, or Mexico. All work, both functional and sculptural, must have been completed within the last two years and be for sale. 
Contact: Queen City Clay; info@reubensaundersgallery.com; reubensaundersgallery.com

September 25, 2026 entry deadline 
Baltimore Clayworks Clay Biennial 

Maryland, Baltimore (January 9–March 13, 2027) 

Open to artists from the US over the age of 18. “Baltimore Clayworks Clay Biennial” is a national juried exhibition presented in conjunction with the 61st Conference of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA), that celebrates the vitality, diversity, and evolving language of contemporary ceramics. Functional, sculptural, installation-based, and experimental works are all welcome. Submitted work must have been created within the last two years and must not have been exhibited at Baltimore Clayworks. Clay must be the primary material. All exhibited work must be for sale and available for the duration of the exhibition. 
Contact: Baltimore Clayworks; yoshi.fujii@baltimoreclayworks.orgbaltimoreclayworks.org/exhibitions/calls-for-entry

regional exhibitions 

June 1, 2026 entry deadline 
Container 

Michigan, Wheeling (September 17–October 31, 2026) 

Open to US Great Lakes Region residents over the age of 18. From functional pottery and sculptural containers to symbolic interpretations in two-dimensional work, “CONTAINER” examines the many ways we hold, carry, and contain meaning. 
Contact: Crooked Tree Arts Center; brian@crookedtree.org; crookedtree.org

July 12, 2026 entry deadline 
New Appalachia 2026 

West Virginia, Wheeling (September 17–October 31, 2026) 

Open to artists over the age of 18, working in clay, who reside in AL, GA, KY, MD, MS, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, VA, and WV. This exhibition explores the intersection of traditional Appalachian craft and contemporary artistic practices.Through metals, glass, fibers, wood, printing, and ceramics, artists connect to the region’s cultural heritage while pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship. 
Contact: Oglebay Institute; kclancy@oionline.com; oionline.com

September 1, 2026 entry deadline 
Great Lakes Cup Show 2026 

Michigan, Ann Arbor (October 23–November 14, 2026) 

Open to artists over the age of 18, working in clay, who reside in MI, IN, IL, WI, MN, OH, NY, PA, or ON, Canada. Works can be functional, figurative, sculptural, or any amalgam of clay, as long as they are open-topped vessels, skillfully made, with space to hold water. 
Contact: Yourist Studio & Gallery; ysgcupshow@gmail.com; youristpottery.com

fairs, festivals, and more 

July 15, 2026 entry deadline 
FAVA’s Art Fair in the Square 2026 

Ohio, Oberlin (September 12, 2026) 

Open to artists over the age of 18. Open to original clay and porcelain, functional and sculptural works. All work must be original and handcrafted. Applicants must be an artist, guild, art club, or craftsperson. 
Contact: The Firelands Association for the Visual Arts (FAVA); kathleen@fava.org; favagallery.org.

 

 

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