international exhibitions

February 3, 2023 entry deadline

Massachusetts, South Yarmouth “Kinetic” (March 7–April 8) open to artists worldwide, both amateur and professional. Work needs to have been produced within the last five years. All styles and aesthetics are considered. Whatever materials, media, or styles you use—they want to see how you interpret ”kinetic” and how you incorporate motion and movement into your work. All works should be for sale. Fee: $20. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact The Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main Street, South Yarmouth, MA 02664; exhibitions@cultural-center.org; www.cultural-center.org.

February 3, 2023 entry deadline

Massachusetts, Boston “SHE” (March 3rd–ongoing) open to artists worldwide, both amateur and professional. Work that has been selected for previous exhibits with Art Fluent will not be considered for this online exhibition. Theme: Throughout the ages, women have held the world on their shoulders. Females are the essence of life, representing softness, unconditional love, strength, courage, resilience, and hope—the world would not be what it is today without them. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Art Fluent; hello@art-fluent.com; www.art-fluent.com.

February 10, 2023 entry deadline

California, Roseville “Off Center - An International Ceramic Competition 2023” (April 8–May 20) open to artists worldwide, 18 years of age and older. All artwork must be original and completed within the last two years. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. All artwork must be for sale. Works cannot be over 60 pounds. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Blue Line Arts, 405 Vernon Street, Suite #100, Roseville, CA 95678; gallery@bluelinearts.org; www.bluelinearts.org.

February 25, 2023 entry deadline

California, Laguna Beach “2023 - Women in Art” (April 6–29) open to all local, national, or international artists, 18 years of age and older. Various materials accepted, including ceramics. Women artists are encouraged to apply. All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted and promoted on the website. Fee: $31. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/calls-for-entry.

March 10, 2023 entry deadline

California, Benicia “Reimagining History” (May 20–June 25) open to all artists 18 years of age and older. Arts Benicia is inviting artists to submit artworks that reimagine and reconsider histories, be it of a personal nature or global scope. All media accepted, but 3D work may not exceed a 48×48-inch footprint. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Sandow Birk. Contact Arts Benicia, 1 Commandant’s Lane, Benicia, CA 94510; Jean@artsbenicia.org; 707-747-0131; https://artsbenicia.org.

March 15, 2023 entry deadline

Hawaii, Hilo “In the Time of Climate Change” (July 7–28) open to all artists aged 18 and older. The international exhibition of works completed since 2020. How will we respond to the collective demand for goods and services whose byproduct may destroy the ecology of the planet? How do we visualize the present, the change, or the endgame? Three dimensional work should be no larger than 10 feet in height. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Jared Yazzie. Contact The University of Hawaii at Hilo, Art Department, 200 West Kawili Street, Hilo, HI 96720; mdmarsha@hawaii.edu; 808-932-7237; https://hilo.hawaii.edu/depts/art.

March 31, 2023 entry deadline

California, Laguna Beach “2023 - Gone Wild” (May 4–27) open to all local, national, or international artists 18 years of age and older. Various materials accepted, including ceramics. Las Laguna Art Gallery invites artists creating artworks where wildlife is the central theme to apply. Fee: $31. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/calls-for-entry.

united states exhibitions

February 3, 2023 entry deadline

Virginia, Virginia Beach “Show Off!” (March 3–April 2) open to all artists age 18 years and older and living in the US. The Virginia Beach Art Center (VB-AC) presents a nationwide showcase which gives artists an opportunity to submit their very best pieces without begin bound by a theme. All 2D and 3D media welcome, no video or audio artwork. All work must be original. Work needs to have been produced within the last five years and not previously exhibited at Virginia Beach Art Center. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Karen Kleinbrook, Virginia Beach Art Center, 532 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23451; exhibitions@artcentervb.org; 757-425-6671; www.artcentervb.org.

February 11, 2023 entry deadline

Illinois, Springfield “Shapes of Influence 2023” (March 18–April 29) open to all ceramic artists age 18 years and older and living in the US. The intent of this juried exhibition is to showcase the best in contemporary ceramics. Contemporary ceramics, functional or sculptural works, including mixed media (at least 50% clay) and/or time-based media related to ceramic processes/clay considered. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Jennifer Holt. Contact The Springfield Art Association, 700 North 4th St., Springfield, IL 62702; director@springfieldart.org; 217-523-2631; www.springfieldart.org.

February 13, 2023 entry deadline

Illinois, St. Charles “Environments” (March 30–May 12) open to all artists 18 years of age and older and living in the US. This exhibit will explore the different meanings, influences, and expressions of the concept of environments. All work entered into this show must be for sale in the Kavanagh Gallery, and artists will have the option to also put their work for sale on the website. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact The Kavanagh Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37w570 Bolcum Rd, St Charles, IL 60175; gallery@fineline.org; 630-584-9443; https://fineline.org.

March 24, 2023 entry deadline

Georgia, Duluth “The Hudgens 5th National Cup Show” (May 13–July 22) open to all artists working in clay, age 18 years and older and living in the US. Each artist may submit up to five original works that have been completed in the last two years. Drinking vessels (cups, mugs, yunomis, tankards, tumblers, goblets, tea bowls, etc.) must be made primarily from clay. This is a national competitive juried show. Not all entries will be selected for inclusion in the exhibition. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Kate Driscoll, The Hudgens Center For Art, 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Building 300, Duluth, GA 30097; kdriscoll@thehudgens.org; 770-623-6002; https://thehudgens.org.

March 27, 2023 entry deadline

California, San Diego “Works of Excellence” (April 27–May 27) open to all artists 18 years of age and older living in the US. This is a national exhibition highlighting some of the best mid-career and professional visual artists in the country. Sculptural and small installation work is encouraged. Works must be able to fit through an average doorway and not exceed 8 feet in height. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Jurors: Maria Mingalone and Megan Pogue. Contact The Studio Door, 3867 4th Ave., San Diego, CA 92103; Forallweknow@thestudiodoor.com; https://thestudiodoor.com.

March 31, 2023 entry deadline

“Pots For Ritual and Contemplation” (May 19–26) open to all artists working in clay, living in the US. This is an online exhibition exploring how vessels created by ceramic artists embody so much more than the simple function seen in and shared by mass-produced pottery. Artists participating in the exhibition should contemplate and question how their vessels shape ritual and contemplation. All work must be able to stand freely and completed in the last two years. Submitted work must be for sale and will be subject to a 30% commission. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact Harley Weigle; potsforritual@gmail.com; www.harleyweigle.com/pots-for-ritual.

April 24, 2023 entry deadline

Arizona, Tubac “Proud To Be Seen 2023” (May 26–July 2) open to all artists 18 years of age and older living in the US. Artists may consider picturing pride, an examination of what pride means to them, a journey to pride, how do artists interpret pride, and self discovery through pride. Artists are encouraged to create and enter work which is innovative in concept and approach. Work must have been completed within the last 24 months. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact the Tubac Center of the Arts, 9 Plaza Road, Tubac, AZ 85646; ArtisticDirector@TubacArts.org; 520-398-2371; https://tubacarts.org.

regional exhibitions

February 1, 2023 entry deadline

Michigan, Lowell “West Michigan Art Competition” (March 25–May 6) open to artists over the age of 18, who reside in a 25-county region. Five equal cash awards totaling $3000. Artists may submit one piece for consideration by the juror. Only original works completed in the last 3 years and not previously exhibited at LowellArts are eligible. Three dimensional entries must fit through a standard door and be no larger than 62 inches in any one direction. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Amy Fell. Contact LowellArts, 223 W Main St., Lowell, MI 49331; info@lowellartsmi.org; 616-897-8545; www.lowellartsmi.org.

February 12, 2023 entry deadline

Colorado, Boulder “7 Deadly Sins” (March 8–May 7) open to artists over the age of 18, who reside in Colorado. Artwork submitted should be inspired by at least one of the seven deadly sins—lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy, pride. Incorporated however you best see fit. We focus on Colorado artists working in all styles in all mediums. It is best to submit pieces less than 30” wide, including frame or case. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: TBA. Contact R Gallery, 2027 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80302; submissions@rgallery.art; 303-444-4146; https://rgallery.art.

fairs and festivals

March 1, 2023 entry deadline

Texas, Lubbock “Lubbock Arts Festival—Juried Gallery 2023” (April 15–16) open to all artists in all media. Entries must be original in design and execution. Entries must have been completed in the last two years. Works completed in a workshop or under supervision are ineligible. Each artist may have no more than three works represented, but the number of entries is limited to ten. Work must be for sale. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Bale Creek Allen. Contact the Lubbock Arts Festival, the Lubbock Arts Alliance, 1500 Broadway, Suite 1202, Lubbock, TX, 79401; assistant@lubbockarts.org; 806-744-2787; https://lubbockartsfestival.org.

Topics: Ceramic Artists

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