Louisiana, Alexandria “37th September Competition” (July 1–September 28). Fee: $60. All artists over the age of 18— working in any medium—are eligible. All work must be original and must have been completed in the last two years (2022 or later). Over $1900 in awards will be presented. Juried from digital. Juror: David Butler. Contact the Alexandria Museum of Art, 933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA 71301; amanresa@lsua.edu; 318-473- 6413; themuseum.org.
May 1, 2024 entry deadline
Florida, DeLand “FORM + SPACE 2024” (October 4–December 29). Open to artists ages 18 and over. The Museum of Art - DeLand proudly presents the inaugural FORM + SPACE 2024 International Juried Exhibition. This exhibition recognizes an expansive field of contemporary sculpture and the diverse practices of artists today who transform malleable materials into three-dimensional artworks. Artists working in traditional and non-traditional sculptural materials are encouraged to apply. Works in any media may be submitted including digital works, but artists are responsible for supplying all technology needed for digital works. All artwork must be original and produced within the last three years. Fee: $10 per artwork (up to 3 entries per individual). Prizes include: First Place, $2000 and an exhibition in one of the museum’s galleries in 2026 or 2027; Second Place, $1000; Third Place, $500; and additional awards as available. Juried from digital. Juror: Eliza Au. Contact Martha Underriner; Museum of Art - DeLand Downtown; 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL, 32720; underriner@moartdeland.org; 386-279- 7534; moartdeland.org.
united states exhibitions
April 6, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Thunderbolt “Feral & Functional: Purposeful Forms from Wild Clay” (May 17–July 12). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Feral & Functional” asks artists to create sculptural and/or functional ceramic pieces from wild/native clay. All work must be for sale and priced under $500 per piece. Accepted artists are also eligible to receive a Best in Show award of $250. Fee: $30 for 1–5 original works. Juried from digital. Juror: Hamish Jackson. Contact Wendy Melton, Ology Gallery, wendy@ologygallery.com, 912-341-7746; ologygallery.com.
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Guilford “Guilford Art Center’s Ceramics 2024” (June 28– August 4). The exhibition is open to all US artists who may submit works that use clay as the primary medium, both utilitarian and sculptural. The exhibition will present the variety of ways contemporary ceramics furthers craft traditions, explores innovative approaches, and serves as a medium for creating compelling new artworks. $500 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $25. Juror: Kathy King, active studio artist in the Boston area and an instructor and director of the ceramics program and visual arts initiatives at the Office for the Arts at Harvard. Contact Maureen Belden, Guilford Art Center, mbelden@guilfordartcenter.org, 203-453-5947; guilfordartcenter.org.
April 15, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Odessa “Pots-n-Prints Juried Exhibition” (June 14–August 3). This juried exhibition is open to artists who work in traditional and alternative methods used in ceramics and printmaking. This call is open to all artists regardless of career level. All works must be made of clay and must be the original work of the artist. You can submit up to 3 views of each piece. Artists must submit high-resolution images (300 dpi) for the jury process. Ceramics-based installations will be considered if they include the use of traditional hand-built or wheel-thrown artwork. Artist must be present during installation. Fee: $35. Juror: Alex Gregory. Contact Mario Kiran, University of Texas Permian Basin, kiran_m@utpb.edu, 432-552-2291; utpb.edu.
April 24, 2024 entry deadline
Massachusetts, Worcester “Embrace the Vase” (June 21–July 20). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Embrace the Vase” captivates with a mesmerizing ceramic exhibition, showcasing an array of beautifully crafted vases that blend artistry and functionality in a celebration of form and design. There will be a $150 juror’s choice award, $100 student award, and a $50 staff pick artist award. Fee: $30. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Juror: Martha Grover. Contact Candace Casey, The Worcester Center for Crafts: Handcrafted Shop, 25 Sagamore Road, Worcester, MA 01605; ccasey4@worcester.edu; 508-753-8183 ext. 306; thehandcraftedshop.com.
April 30, 2024 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “CREEP SHOW” (September 20–November 1). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2024 installment of ‘CREEP SHOW,’ our annual juried group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as creepy, scary, spooky, or downright terrifying. Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures and wall-mounted works. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Bryan Wilkerson. Contact Michelle Swafford, Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad Street, Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
May 5, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Houston “NEXT 2024” (June 14– July 6). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. We are looking for innovative and challenging works that transcend traditional processes and materials and present printmaking as a versatile and adaptable medium. We invite artists who are pushing the boundaries of printmaking techniques and materials to apply. We also welcome those artists who are using traditional techniques to speak to contemporary themes and audiences. In addition to lithography, relief, intaglio, monotype, or screenprint, we are interested in artists who use printmaking to create installations, ceramics, sculpture, and artists’ books. Works must be original, not to exceed 48 inches in any direction, completed in the last two years, and not previously shown in Houston. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Ann Shaver. Contact Candace Casey, PrintMatters, 915 Merrill Street, Houston, TX 77009; next@printmattershouston.org; 713-870-6638; printmattershouston.org.
regional exhibitions
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Ohio, Zanesville “78th Ohio Annual Exhibition” (June 22–September 14). This highly anticipated exhibition, the eligibility for which has been expanded statewide, recognizes the extraordinary fine art and fine craft created in the Buckeye State and celebrates the museum’s commitment to discovering, encouraging, and recognizing Ohio’s finest artists and artisans aged 18 and older. Fee: $25 per work, artists may submit up to two works. Juried from digital. Contact the Zanesville Museum of Art, 620 Military Road, Zanesville, Ohio 43701; ohioannual@zanesvilleart.org; 740-452-0741; zanesvilleart.org.
July 1, 2024 entry deadline
Michigan, Birmingham “Michigan Ceramics Exhibition 2024” (September 27– October 31). Michigan Ceramics is a Biennial Show sponsored by MCAA to celebrate the Ceramic Arts in Michigan. Open to all visual artists who have lived, studied, or worked within the State of Michigan. This is not limited to but includes current and former residents, those who have completed studies within any form of higher education throughout the state, and those who maintain professional affiliations with entities in the state. All works must be made of a minimum 51% clay and must be the original work of the artist made within the last 2 years. $1600 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $40. Juror: George Rodriguez. Contact Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Rd., Birmingham, MI 48009; applications@michclay.com; 231-995- 1055; michclay.com.
July 31, 2024 entry deadline
Tennessee, Gatlinburg “Best of Tennessee Craft: 2024 Biennial” (October 14–December 13). Tennessee Craft seeks entries for its biennial exhibition, to encourage and promote a high standard of excellence and design among Tennessee craft artists and to provide public visibility and recognition for the quality and diversity of craft found in Tennessee. The exhibition is open to original works of craft created by artists 18 years or older, who are current residents of Tennessee, including students. Fee: $40. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Contact Tennessee Craft, 2423 Eugenia Ave, Nashville, TN 37211; info@tennesseecraft.org; 615-736-7600; tennesseecraft.org.
fairs and festivals
April 28, 2024 entry deadline
Montana, Billings “SummerFair 2024” (June 22–23). Send three to six digital images that clearly represent work to be sold at Summerfair. The committee recommends that three of these show a small grouping (two to four items), in order to give the jurors a clear understanding of the variety and range of your work. One image must show your complete booth display. If this is your first show and you do not have a booth example, please take the time to submit a mockup of your display plan. The committee reserves the right to refuse any artist the privilege of exhibiting work not previously approved by the jury. Jurying is done by a committee of community members. Jurors look for saleable, fine quality, creative, original work by the artist. The committee strives to balance media representation. Only work hand-crafted by the selling artist is acceptable. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Contact the Yellowstone Art Museum, 401 North 27th Street, Billings, MT 59101; events@artmuseum.org; 406-256-6804; artmuseum.org/special-events/summerfair.
April 30, 2024 entry deadline
Colorado, Winter Park “50th Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair” (July 6–7). The Alpine ArtAffair is a friendly, outdoor, not-for-profit show, staffed by volunteers who strive to provide an enjoyable experience for artists & visitors alike. Open to artists who will be present to exhibit work of their own concept, design, and execution. The show is juried to ensure overall quality and balance, with preference given to work reflecting the greatest degree of originality, creativity, and craftsmanship. No manufactured, commercial, imported, or kit work will be considered or permitted. Only merchandise of artists selected by the jury will be allowed. Approximately 60 artists will be accepted. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair, PO BOX 3325, Winter Park, CO 80482; alpineartaffair@yahoo.com; 970- 531-1228; winterparkalpineartaffair.com.
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international exhibitions
April 16, 2024 entry deadline
Louisiana, Alexandria “37th September Competition” (July 1–September 28). Fee: $60. All artists over the age of 18— working in any medium—are eligible. All work must be original and must have been completed in the last two years (2022 or later). Over $1900 in awards will be presented. Juried from digital. Juror: David Butler. Contact the Alexandria Museum of Art, 933 Second Street, Alexandria, LA 71301; amanresa@lsua.edu; 318-473- 6413; themuseum.org.
May 1, 2024 entry deadline
Florida, DeLand “FORM + SPACE 2024” (October 4–December 29). Open to artists ages 18 and over. The Museum of Art - DeLand proudly presents the inaugural FORM + SPACE 2024 International Juried Exhibition. This exhibition recognizes an expansive field of contemporary sculpture and the diverse practices of artists today who transform malleable materials into three-dimensional artworks. Artists working in traditional and non-traditional sculptural materials are encouraged to apply. Works in any media may be submitted including digital works, but artists are responsible for supplying all technology needed for digital works. All artwork must be original and produced within the last three years. Fee: $10 per artwork (up to 3 entries per individual). Prizes include: First Place, $2000 and an exhibition in one of the museum’s galleries in 2026 or 2027; Second Place, $1000; Third Place, $500; and additional awards as available. Juried from digital. Juror: Eliza Au. Contact Martha Underriner; Museum of Art - DeLand Downtown; 100 N. Woodland Blvd., DeLand, FL, 32720; underriner@moartdeland.org; 386-279- 7534; moartdeland.org.
united states exhibitions
April 6, 2024 entry deadline
Georgia, Thunderbolt “Feral & Functional: Purposeful Forms from Wild Clay” (May 17–July 12). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Feral & Functional” asks artists to create sculptural and/or functional ceramic pieces from wild/native clay. All work must be for sale and priced under $500 per piece. Accepted artists are also eligible to receive a Best in Show award of $250. Fee: $30 for 1–5 original works. Juried from digital. Juror: Hamish Jackson. Contact Wendy Melton, Ology Gallery, wendy@ologygallery.com, 912-341-7746; ologygallery.com.
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Connecticut, Guilford “Guilford Art Center’s Ceramics 2024” (June 28– August 4). The exhibition is open to all US artists who may submit works that use clay as the primary medium, both utilitarian and sculptural. The exhibition will present the variety of ways contemporary ceramics furthers craft traditions, explores innovative approaches, and serves as a medium for creating compelling new artworks. $500 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $25. Juror: Kathy King, active studio artist in the Boston area and an instructor and director of the ceramics program and visual arts initiatives at the Office for the Arts at Harvard. Contact Maureen Belden, Guilford Art Center, mbelden@guilfordartcenter.org, 203-453-5947; guilfordartcenter.org.
April 15, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Odessa “Pots-n-Prints Juried Exhibition” (June 14–August 3). This juried exhibition is open to artists who work in traditional and alternative methods used in ceramics and printmaking. This call is open to all artists regardless of career level. All works must be made of clay and must be the original work of the artist. You can submit up to 3 views of each piece. Artists must submit high-resolution images (300 dpi) for the jury process. Ceramics-based installations will be considered if they include the use of traditional hand-built or wheel-thrown artwork. Artist must be present during installation. Fee: $35. Juror: Alex Gregory. Contact Mario Kiran, University of Texas Permian Basin, kiran_m@utpb.edu, 432-552-2291; utpb.edu.
April 24, 2024 entry deadline
Massachusetts, Worcester “Embrace the Vase” (June 21–July 20). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over working in the medium of clay. ”Embrace the Vase” captivates with a mesmerizing ceramic exhibition, showcasing an array of beautifully crafted vases that blend artistry and functionality in a celebration of form and design. There will be a $150 juror’s choice award, $100 student award, and a $50 staff pick artist award. Fee: $30. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Juror: Martha Grover. Contact Candace Casey, The Worcester Center for Crafts: Handcrafted Shop, 25 Sagamore Road, Worcester, MA 01605; ccasey4@worcester.edu; 508-753-8183 ext. 306; thehandcraftedshop.com.
April 30, 2024 entry deadline
Louisiana, New Orleans “CREEP SHOW” (September 20–November 1). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. The Clay Center of New Orleans seeks applicants for the 2024 installment of ‘CREEP SHOW,’ our annual juried group exhibition of ceramic works that can be described as creepy, scary, spooky, or downright terrifying. Open to ceramic vessels, sculptures and wall-mounted works. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Bryan Wilkerson. Contact Michelle Swafford, Clay Center of New Orleans, 1001 South Broad Street, Unit 116, New Orleans, LA 70125; info@nolaclay.org; 504-517-3721; www.nolaclay.org.
May 5, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Houston “NEXT 2024” (June 14– July 6). Open to any artists living or working in the US, ages 18 and over. We are looking for innovative and challenging works that transcend traditional processes and materials and present printmaking as a versatile and adaptable medium. We invite artists who are pushing the boundaries of printmaking techniques and materials to apply. We also welcome those artists who are using traditional techniques to speak to contemporary themes and audiences. In addition to lithography, relief, intaglio, monotype, or screenprint, we are interested in artists who use printmaking to create installations, ceramics, sculpture, and artists’ books. Works must be original, not to exceed 48 inches in any direction, completed in the last two years, and not previously shown in Houston. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Ann Shaver. Contact Candace Casey, PrintMatters, 915 Merrill Street, Houston, TX 77009; next@printmattershouston.org; 713-870-6638; printmattershouston.org.
regional exhibitions
April 8, 2024 entry deadline
Ohio, Zanesville “78th Ohio Annual Exhibition” (June 22–September 14). This highly anticipated exhibition, the eligibility for which has been expanded statewide, recognizes the extraordinary fine art and fine craft created in the Buckeye State and celebrates the museum’s commitment to discovering, encouraging, and recognizing Ohio’s finest artists and artisans aged 18 and older. Fee: $25 per work, artists may submit up to two works. Juried from digital. Contact the Zanesville Museum of Art, 620 Military Road, Zanesville, Ohio 43701; ohioannual@zanesvilleart.org; 740-452-0741; zanesvilleart.org.
July 1, 2024 entry deadline
Michigan, Birmingham “Michigan Ceramics Exhibition 2024” (September 27– October 31). Michigan Ceramics is a Biennial Show sponsored by MCAA to celebrate the Ceramic Arts in Michigan. Open to all visual artists who have lived, studied, or worked within the State of Michigan. This is not limited to but includes current and former residents, those who have completed studies within any form of higher education throughout the state, and those who maintain professional affiliations with entities in the state. All works must be made of a minimum 51% clay and must be the original work of the artist made within the last 2 years. $1600 in prizes to be awarded by the juror. Fee: $40. Juror: George Rodriguez. Contact Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center, 1516 S. Cranbrook Rd., Birmingham, MI 48009; applications@michclay.com; 231-995- 1055; michclay.com.
July 31, 2024 entry deadline
Tennessee, Gatlinburg “Best of Tennessee Craft: 2024 Biennial” (October 14–December 13). Tennessee Craft seeks entries for its biennial exhibition, to encourage and promote a high standard of excellence and design among Tennessee craft artists and to provide public visibility and recognition for the quality and diversity of craft found in Tennessee. The exhibition is open to original works of craft created by artists 18 years or older, who are current residents of Tennessee, including students. Fee: $40. Artists may submit up to three (3) pieces for exhibit consideration. Juried from digital. Contact Tennessee Craft, 2423 Eugenia Ave, Nashville, TN 37211; info@tennesseecraft.org; 615-736-7600; tennesseecraft.org.
fairs and festivals
April 28, 2024 entry deadline
Montana, Billings “SummerFair 2024” (June 22–23). Send three to six digital images that clearly represent work to be sold at Summerfair. The committee recommends that three of these show a small grouping (two to four items), in order to give the jurors a clear understanding of the variety and range of your work. One image must show your complete booth display. If this is your first show and you do not have a booth example, please take the time to submit a mockup of your display plan. The committee reserves the right to refuse any artist the privilege of exhibiting work not previously approved by the jury. Jurying is done by a committee of community members. Jurors look for saleable, fine quality, creative, original work by the artist. The committee strives to balance media representation. Only work hand-crafted by the selling artist is acceptable. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Contact the Yellowstone Art Museum, 401 North 27th Street, Billings, MT 59101; events@artmuseum.org; 406-256-6804; artmuseum.org/special-events/summerfair.
April 30, 2024 entry deadline
Colorado, Winter Park “50th Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair” (July 6–7). The Alpine ArtAffair is a friendly, outdoor, not-for-profit show, staffed by volunteers who strive to provide an enjoyable experience for artists & visitors alike. Open to artists who will be present to exhibit work of their own concept, design, and execution. The show is juried to ensure overall quality and balance, with preference given to work reflecting the greatest degree of originality, creativity, and craftsmanship. No manufactured, commercial, imported, or kit work will be considered or permitted. Only merchandise of artists selected by the jury will be allowed. Approximately 60 artists will be accepted. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact Winter Park Alpine ArtAffair, PO BOX 3325, Winter Park, CO 80482; alpineartaffair@yahoo.com; 970- 531-1228; winterparkalpineartaffair.com.
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