Ohio, Norwood “Feathers, Fins, and Fur” (February 28–April 10, 2025). Queen City Clay is excited to announce an open call for our upcoming exhibition, Feathers, Fins, and Fur, which celebrates the diverse world of non-human animals. We invite ceramic artists 18 and over to submit their work that depicts animals as either the primary form or as integrated into decorative elements in sculptural and functional pieces. Share your creative interpretations of the animal kingdom and celebrate the vibrant and diverse world of ceramics. Entries must be original works created within the last two years. Submit a folder with high-resolution images of work (up to 5 pieces) along with an image list to dropbox.com/request/QZ4W1lHIcAV7ouETmAiK. Fee: $20. Juried from digital. Juror: Sara Torgison. Contact John Stein, Queen City Clay, 2760 Highland Ave., Norwood, OH 45212; jstein@queencityclay.com; 513-871-2529; queencityclay.com/retail/gallery.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “The 2nd Half” (April 3–26, 2025). For this gallery and online exhibition, Las Laguna Gallery invites artists who are 50 or older to submit their works. As we grow older, the maturity and insight life has given us multiplies. The viewpoints and experiences that come with age are invaluable lessons to us all on how to live life—and live it well. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; laslagunaartgallery.com/50orover.
united states exhibitions
February 17, 2025 entry deadline
Illinois, Springfield “Shapes of Influence” (March 28–April 26, 2025). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18, who reside in the US. The intent of this juried exhibition is to showcase the best in contemporary ceramics. Cash prizes ($500, $300, and $200) will be awarded. Works need not be for sale; however, The Springfield Art Association will retain a 35% commission on any work sold during the exhibition. Fee: $30 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Ellen Kleckner. Contact Springfield Art Association, 700 North 4th Street, Springfield, IL 62702; director@springfieldart.org; 217-523-2631; springfieldart.org.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
New Jersey, Demarest “In Hand II” (April 1–30, 2025). The Art School at Old Church invites artists living or working in the US or Canada, age 18 and over, to apply for In Hand II. This exhibition highlights the drinking vessel, showcasing a variety of creative approaches to its form. Open to ceramic interpretations of a cup, mug, shot glass, yunomi, tumbler, stein, etc. Entries must be original works no larger than 10 in. tall and 7 in. wide, created within the last five years, and not previously exhibited at The Mikhail Zakin Gallery. All work must be available for sale—gallery takes a commission of 35%. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Bruce Dehner. Contact Eileen Sackman, The Art School at Old Church and Mikhail Zakin Gallery, 561 Piermont Road, Demarest, NJ 07627; eileen@tasoc.org; 201-767- 7160; tasoc.org/submissions.
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.
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-biennial.
fairs, festivals, and more
February 3, 2025 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Lititz “Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Summer Fine Craft Fair” (June 21–22, 2025). Open to all artists over the age of 18. Submissions representing the finest fine art and fine craft are welcome. You do not need to be a member of the Guild, nor do you have to be a Pennsylvania resident, to participate. Application fee: $30; Booth fees range from $295-790. Juried from digital. Contact Aviva Brandt Foster, Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, 335 N. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603; shows.pacrafts@gmail.com; 717-431- 8706; pacrafts.org.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
Michigan, Ludington “West Shore Art Fair” (July 5–6, 2025). Now in its 57th year, the WSAF is known as one of the top fine art fairs in the State of Michigan, featuring 100 plus jury-selected fine artists across a variety of media. This open-air, juried fine art and fine crafts show is managed by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, a community arts organization that cultivates access to arts and culture in West Michigan. Open to all artists over the age of 18. Submissions must be the work of exhibiting artists. Fee: $40; booth fees $275–550. Juried from digital. Contact West Shore Art Fair, c/o Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI 49431; info@ludingtonartscenter.org; 231-845-2787; ludingtonartscenter.org/west-shore-art-fair.
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 which 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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international exhibitions
February 7, 2025 entry deadline
Ohio, Norwood “Feathers, Fins, and Fur” (February 28–April 10, 2025). Queen City Clay is excited to announce an open call for our upcoming exhibition, Feathers, Fins, and Fur, which celebrates the diverse world of non-human animals. We invite ceramic artists 18 and over to submit their work that depicts animals as either the primary form or as integrated into decorative elements in sculptural and functional pieces. Share your creative interpretations of the animal kingdom and celebrate the vibrant and diverse world of ceramics. Entries must be original works created within the last two years. Submit a folder with high-resolution images of work (up to 5 pieces) along with an image list to dropbox.com/request/QZ4W1lHIcAV7ouETmAiK. Fee: $20. Juried from digital. Juror: Sara Torgison. Contact John Stein, Queen City Clay, 2760 Highland Ave., Norwood, OH 45212; jstein@queencityclay.com; 513-871-2529; queencityclay.com/retail/gallery.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “The 2nd Half” (April 3–26, 2025). For this gallery and online exhibition, Las Laguna Gallery invites artists who are 50 or older to submit their works. As we grow older, the maturity and insight life has given us multiplies. The viewpoints and experiences that come with age are invaluable lessons to us all on how to live life—and live it well. Fee: $35 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; laslagunaartgallery.com/50orover.
united states exhibitions
February 17, 2025 entry deadline
Illinois, Springfield “Shapes of Influence” (March 28–April 26, 2025). Open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18, who reside in the US. The intent of this juried exhibition is to showcase the best in contemporary ceramics. Cash prizes ($500, $300, and $200) will be awarded. Works need not be for sale; however, The Springfield Art Association will retain a 35% commission on any work sold during the exhibition. Fee: $30 for up to three entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Ellen Kleckner. Contact Springfield Art Association, 700 North 4th Street, Springfield, IL 62702; director@springfieldart.org; 217-523-2631; springfieldart.org.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
New Jersey, Demarest “In Hand II” (April 1–30, 2025). The Art School at Old Church invites artists living or working in the US or Canada, age 18 and over, to apply for In Hand II. This exhibition highlights the drinking vessel, showcasing a variety of creative approaches to its form. Open to ceramic interpretations of a cup, mug, shot glass, yunomi, tumbler, stein, etc. Entries must be original works no larger than 10 in. tall and 7 in. wide, created within the last five years, and not previously exhibited at The Mikhail Zakin Gallery. All work must be available for sale—gallery takes a commission of 35%. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Bruce Dehner. Contact Eileen Sackman, The Art School at Old Church and Mikhail Zakin Gallery, 561 Piermont Road, Demarest, NJ 07627; eileen@tasoc.org; 201-767- 7160; tasoc.org/submissions.
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.
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-biennial.
fairs, festivals, and more
February 3, 2025 entry deadline
Pennsylvania, Lititz “Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen Summer Fine Craft Fair” (June 21–22, 2025). Open to all artists over the age of 18. Submissions representing the finest fine art and fine craft are welcome. You do not need to be a member of the Guild, nor do you have to be a Pennsylvania resident, to participate. Application fee: $30; Booth fees range from $295-790. Juried from digital. Contact Aviva Brandt Foster, Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen, 335 N. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603; shows.pacrafts@gmail.com; 717-431- 8706; pacrafts.org.
February 28, 2025 entry deadline
Michigan, Ludington “West Shore Art Fair” (July 5–6, 2025). Now in its 57th year, the WSAF is known as one of the top fine art fairs in the State of Michigan, featuring 100 plus jury-selected fine artists across a variety of media. This open-air, juried fine art and fine crafts show is managed by the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, a community arts organization that cultivates access to arts and culture in West Michigan. Open to all artists over the age of 18. Submissions must be the work of exhibiting artists. Fee: $40; booth fees $275–550. Juried from digital. Contact West Shore Art Fair, c/o Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison St., Ludington, MI 49431; info@ludingtonartscenter.org; 231-845-2787; ludingtonartscenter.org/west-shore-art-fair.
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 which 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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