New Mexico, Santa Fe “Selfhood” (January 1–19). This juried exhibition will feature artworks centered upon the concept of selfhood. It will consider how selfhood is constructed, altered, and reimagined. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All media is welcome. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Rosemary Meza-DesPlas. Contact Strata Gallery, 125 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 105, Santa Fe, NM 87501; art@stratagallerysantafe.com; 505-780-5403; www.stratagallerysantafe.com.
November 6, 2023 entry deadline
California, Red Bluff “FLoRa & FauNa 2023” (Dates TBA). Open to all artists, both professional and amateur. FLoRA & FauNA can include all sorts of interpretations of plants and animals. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to all forms of painting and drawing, sculpture and photography, plus fiber arts, digital arts, and more. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Contact the Red Bluff Art Gallery, PO Box 1125, Red Bluff, CA 96080; director@redbluffartgallery.com; 530-529-1332; www.redbluffartgallery.com.
November 9, 2023 entry deadline
Montana, Missoula “International Cup 2024” (February 2–24). This is a biennial exhibition showcasing ceramic work that explores the infinite possibilities of the idea of a cup. Artists may enter up to two works for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Current show awards include Best of Show ($200) and other cash merit awards. Fee: $25 for 2 entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Alveshere. Contact The Clay Studio of Missoula, 1106 Hawthorne Street, Missoula, MT 59802; info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org; theclaystudioofmissoula.submittable.com/submit.
November 15, 2023 entry deadline
Online Gallery “Water” (November 25–Ongoing). This competition invites artists to explore the beauty, power, and symbolism of water through their artwork. Dive into a world of artistic fluidity with this water-themed art competition. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All visual media is welcome. Winning works will receive $200 in cash awards, certificate, promotions, and featured in an exhibition. Fee: $25 for 4 pieces. Juried from digital. Contact Blue Koi Gallery; koisartistaward.com/water-art-competition.
November 28, 2023 entry deadline
Online Gallery “Open Theme Online Art Competition” (TBA). With no limitations on theme or subject matter, this open competition invites artists from all backgrounds and styles to explore their artistic boundaries and push the limits of their creativity. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. The Best in Show will receive a cash prize of $150, along with social media promotion, a digital certificate of recognition, and more. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact Ten Moir Gallery; 916-836-4106; connect@tenmoirgallery.com; tenmoirgallery.com/open-theme-art-competition.
November 30, 2023 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “2024 - Black, White or Grey” (January 4–26). For this exhibition Las Laguna Art Gallery challenges artists to use black, white or gray or a combination thereof. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Various media is welcome, including ceramics. Fee: $31. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/calls-for-entry.
November 30, 2023 entry deadline
Ohio, Athens “SDA 2024 Solo Exhibition Opportunity” (December 4–January 15). Open to SDA Premium Members working in all media. To learn more about joining SDA as a Premium Member or to upgrade your membership, please contact us at info@surfacedesign.org. 2D, 3D, video, and audio works and installations are eligible. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Jurors: Caroline Kipp and Keri Ann Wolfe. Contact the Surface Design Association; info@surfacedesign.org; 707-829-3110; www.surfacedesign.org.
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
Japan, Tajimi City, Gifu “The 13th International Ceramics Festival MINO, Japan” (October 18–November 17, 2024). Open to ceramic artists from all over the world. Theme of this year’s competition is “The Future of Ceramics.” Entries should go beyond traditional concepts in a way that is imaginative and inspired—one that opens the door to the future of the ceramics. No fee for up to 3 entries in 3 categories. Juried from digital. Contact Ceramic Park Mino; 0572-25-4111; info@icfmino.com; www.icfmino.com.
February 15, 2024 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “TEA” (March 20–April 20). Artspace Gallery will present an international juried exhibition of clay forms related to the service of Tea (tea pots, tea bowls, tea caddies, tea cups, etc.). Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older residing in the US and Canada. Work must have been created with in the past 3 years. Curated by John Jessiman and juried by Mitch Iburg. Opening March 21 during the NCECA conference. Fee: $35 for 3 entries. $10 each for 2 additional works. Juried from digital. Contact John Jessiman, 2833-A Hathaway Road, Richmond, VA 23225; 434-248-5074; johnjessiman255@gmail.com; www.artspacegallery.org.
united states exhibitions
November 4, 2023 entry deadline
North Carolina, Raleigh “Homage” (December 1–29). This juried visual art exhibition will be an eclectic and wide collection that both pays homage to, and greatly transfigures the iconic colors, shapes and subject matter of the great works that inspire us. Works of any physical medium are eligible. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Entries must not exceed 72 inches in any dimension to be exhibited. Entries must be for sale. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact the 311 Gallery, 311 W Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601; hello@311artgallery.com; 919- 675-1602; www.311artgallery.com.
November 12, 2023 entry deadline
Kansas, Wichita “Abstract National Exhibition” (January 5–March 23). Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to a variety of media, including ceramics. Work must be ready to exhibit, created in the past two years, and not previously exhibited in the Wichita, Kansas metro area. All artworks must be available for sale. Juror: Pamela Caughey. Contact Mark Arts, 1307 N. Rock Rd., Wichita, KS 67206; exhibitions@markartsks.com; 316-932-1784; markartsks.com.
December 5, 2023 entry deadline
New York, Schuylerville “COLOR POP!” (March 23–April 27). They are looking for functional or vessel oriented ceramic works that utilize color theory to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Whether used to enhance style, a sense of playfulness, or increase depth and contrast, color is a powerful tool in a ceramic artist’s toolbox. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. There are two monetary prizes: Juror’s Choice ($300) and Director’s Choice ($100). Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Saratoga Clay Art Center, 5167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871; info@saratogaclayarts.org; 518- 581-2529; www.saratogaclayarts.org.
January 2, 2024 entry deadline
Illinois, St. Charles “Contemporary Colors” (February 1–March 14). This show is all about color. Artists use vibrant colors to make lively and joyous statements about life. 2D and 3D artwork in any media will be accepted for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Work must be for sale and must have been completed in the last three years. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Kavanagh Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37w570 Bolcum Rd, St Charles, IL 60175; gallery@fineline.org; 630-584-9443; fineline.org.
January 12, 2024 entry deadline
West Virginia, Wheeling “Earth & Fire 2024” (February 23–March 30). Open to visual artists 18 years and older. Stifel Fine Arts Center of Oglebay Institute will be hosting a national exhibition of ceramic art in February and March 2024. This is an annual exhibition and will be a focal point of Ceramics Take Over Wheeling. Artists may submit up to 2 works. Works must have been completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at the Arts Center. Works must be for sale. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Shoji Satake. Contact Rick Morgan, Oglebay Institute, rmorgan@oionline.com, 304-242-7700.
regional exhibitions
November 13, 2023 entry deadline
Florida, St. Petersburg “Fresh Squeezed 8: Emerging Artists in Florida” (April 13–June 27). The Morean Arts Center invites emerging artists currently residing in Florida to submit entries for possible exhibition. Open to all emerging artists (age 18 or older) who are current residents of Florida, without restriction to medium. The Morean is defining an emerging artist as one who has never had a solo show in the state of Florida. Fee: $15. Juried from digital. Contact the Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave Street Petersburg, FL 33701, amanda.cooper@moreanartscenter.org; 727-822-7872; moreanartscenter.org.
December 15, 2023 entry deadline
Illinois, Peoria “8th Central Time Ceramics Juried Exhibition” (February 2–March 29). open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18 who currently reside in the Central Time Zone. Central Time Zone states include: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin; however not all counties within these states are within the Central Time Zone. Artists who reside in areas of Canada and Mexico that are within the Central Time Zone are also eligible. Artwork submitted must have been completed within the last three years. All forms of ceramic expression are encouraged. No fee. Juried from digital. Contact Susanne Nestory, Bradley University, Peoria, IL 61625, snestory@bradley.edu; 309-677-2989; art.bradley.edu/bug.
fairs and festivals
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Lubbock “46th Lubbock Arts Festival Juried Gallery!” (April 13–14). This competition is part of the annual Lubbock Arts Festival and is open to all artists working in any fine art 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. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Brice McCasland Contact the Lubbock Arts Festival, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock, Texas 79401; assistant@lubbockarts.org; 806-744-2787; lubbockartsfestival.org.
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international exhibitions
November 1, 2023 entry deadline
New Mexico, Santa Fe “Selfhood” (January 1–19). This juried exhibition will feature artworks centered upon the concept of selfhood. It will consider how selfhood is constructed, altered, and reimagined. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All media is welcome. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Rosemary Meza-DesPlas. Contact Strata Gallery, 125 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 105, Santa Fe, NM 87501; art@stratagallerysantafe.com; 505-780-5403; www.stratagallerysantafe.com.
November 6, 2023 entry deadline
California, Red Bluff “FLoRa & FauNa 2023” (Dates TBA). Open to all artists, both professional and amateur. FLoRA & FauNA can include all sorts of interpretations of plants and animals. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to all forms of painting and drawing, sculpture and photography, plus fiber arts, digital arts, and more. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Contact the Red Bluff Art Gallery, PO Box 1125, Red Bluff, CA 96080; director@redbluffartgallery.com; 530-529-1332; www.redbluffartgallery.com.
November 9, 2023 entry deadline
Montana, Missoula “International Cup 2024” (February 2–24). This is a biennial exhibition showcasing ceramic work that explores the infinite possibilities of the idea of a cup. Artists may enter up to two works for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Current show awards include Best of Show ($200) and other cash merit awards. Fee: $25 for 2 entries. Juried from digital. Juror: Chris Alveshere. Contact The Clay Studio of Missoula, 1106 Hawthorne Street, Missoula, MT 59802; info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org; theclaystudioofmissoula.submittable.com/submit.
November 15, 2023 entry deadline
Online Gallery “Water” (November 25–Ongoing). This competition invites artists to explore the beauty, power, and symbolism of water through their artwork. Dive into a world of artistic fluidity with this water-themed art competition. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. All visual media is welcome. Winning works will receive $200 in cash awards, certificate, promotions, and featured in an exhibition. Fee: $25 for 4 pieces. Juried from digital. Contact Blue Koi Gallery; koisartistaward.com/water-art-competition.
November 28, 2023 entry deadline
Online Gallery “Open Theme Online Art Competition” (TBA). With no limitations on theme or subject matter, this open competition invites artists from all backgrounds and styles to explore their artistic boundaries and push the limits of their creativity. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. The Best in Show will receive a cash prize of $150, along with social media promotion, a digital certificate of recognition, and more. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact Ten Moir Gallery; 916-836-4106; connect@tenmoirgallery.com; tenmoirgallery.com/open-theme-art-competition.
November 30, 2023 entry deadline
California, Laguna Beach “2024 - Black, White or Grey” (January 4–26). For this exhibition Las Laguna Art Gallery challenges artists to use black, white or gray or a combination thereof. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Various media is welcome, including ceramics. Fee: $31. Juried from digital. Contact Las Laguna Art Gallery, 577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651; laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com; 949-505-0950; www.laslagunaartgallery.com/calls-for-entry.
November 30, 2023 entry deadline
Ohio, Athens “SDA 2024 Solo Exhibition Opportunity” (December 4–January 15). Open to SDA Premium Members working in all media. To learn more about joining SDA as a Premium Member or to upgrade your membership, please contact us at info@surfacedesign.org. 2D, 3D, video, and audio works and installations are eligible. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Jurors: Caroline Kipp and Keri Ann Wolfe. Contact the Surface Design Association; info@surfacedesign.org; 707-829-3110; www.surfacedesign.org.
January 31, 2024 entry deadline
Japan, Tajimi City, Gifu “The 13th International Ceramics Festival MINO, Japan” (October 18–November 17, 2024). Open to ceramic artists from all over the world. Theme of this year’s competition is “The Future of Ceramics.” Entries should go beyond traditional concepts in a way that is imaginative and inspired—one that opens the door to the future of the ceramics. No fee for up to 3 entries in 3 categories. Juried from digital. Contact Ceramic Park Mino; 0572-25-4111; info@icfmino.com; www.icfmino.com.
February 15, 2024 entry deadline
Virginia, Richmond “TEA” (March 20–April 20). Artspace Gallery will present an international juried exhibition of clay forms related to the service of Tea (tea pots, tea bowls, tea caddies, tea cups, etc.). Open to ceramic artists 18 years of age and older residing in the US and Canada. Work must have been created with in the past 3 years. Curated by John Jessiman and juried by Mitch Iburg. Opening March 21 during the NCECA conference. Fee: $35 for 3 entries. $10 each for 2 additional works. Juried from digital. Contact John Jessiman, 2833-A Hathaway Road, Richmond, VA 23225; 434-248-5074; johnjessiman255@gmail.com; www.artspacegallery.org.
united states exhibitions
November 4, 2023 entry deadline
North Carolina, Raleigh “Homage” (December 1–29). This juried visual art exhibition will be an eclectic and wide collection that both pays homage to, and greatly transfigures the iconic colors, shapes and subject matter of the great works that inspire us. Works of any physical medium are eligible. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Entries must not exceed 72 inches in any dimension to be exhibited. Entries must be for sale. Fee: $25. Juried from digital. Contact the 311 Gallery, 311 W Martin St. Raleigh, NC 27601; hello@311artgallery.com; 919- 675-1602; www.311artgallery.com.
November 12, 2023 entry deadline
Kansas, Wichita “Abstract National Exhibition” (January 5–March 23). Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Open to a variety of media, including ceramics. Work must be ready to exhibit, created in the past two years, and not previously exhibited in the Wichita, Kansas metro area. All artworks must be available for sale. Juror: Pamela Caughey. Contact Mark Arts, 1307 N. Rock Rd., Wichita, KS 67206; exhibitions@markartsks.com; 316-932-1784; markartsks.com.
December 5, 2023 entry deadline
New York, Schuylerville “COLOR POP!” (March 23–April 27). They are looking for functional or vessel oriented ceramic works that utilize color theory to express thoughts, ideas, and emotions. Whether used to enhance style, a sense of playfulness, or increase depth and contrast, color is a powerful tool in a ceramic artist’s toolbox. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. There are two monetary prizes: Juror’s Choice ($300) and Director’s Choice ($100). Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Saratoga Clay Art Center, 5167 Hayes Road, Schuylerville, NY 12871; info@saratogaclayarts.org; 518- 581-2529; www.saratogaclayarts.org.
January 2, 2024 entry deadline
Illinois, St. Charles “Contemporary Colors” (February 1–March 14). This show is all about color. Artists use vibrant colors to make lively and joyous statements about life. 2D and 3D artwork in any media will be accepted for consideration. Open to artists 18 years of age and older. Work must be for sale and must have been completed in the last three years. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Contact the Kavanagh Gallery, Fine Line Creative Arts Center, 37w570 Bolcum Rd, St Charles, IL 60175; gallery@fineline.org; 630-584-9443; fineline.org.
January 12, 2024 entry deadline
West Virginia, Wheeling “Earth & Fire 2024” (February 23–March 30). Open to visual artists 18 years and older. Stifel Fine Arts Center of Oglebay Institute will be hosting a national exhibition of ceramic art in February and March 2024. This is an annual exhibition and will be a focal point of Ceramics Take Over Wheeling. Artists may submit up to 2 works. Works must have been completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at the Arts Center. Works must be for sale. Fee: $35. Juried from digital. Juror: Shoji Satake. Contact Rick Morgan, Oglebay Institute, rmorgan@oionline.com, 304-242-7700.
regional exhibitions
November 13, 2023 entry deadline
Florida, St. Petersburg “Fresh Squeezed 8: Emerging Artists in Florida” (April 13–June 27). The Morean Arts Center invites emerging artists currently residing in Florida to submit entries for possible exhibition. Open to all emerging artists (age 18 or older) who are current residents of Florida, without restriction to medium. The Morean is defining an emerging artist as one who has never had a solo show in the state of Florida. Fee: $15. Juried from digital. Contact the Morean Arts Center, 719 Central Ave Street Petersburg, FL 33701, amanda.cooper@moreanartscenter.org; 727-822-7872; moreanartscenter.org.
December 15, 2023 entry deadline
Illinois, Peoria “8th Central Time Ceramics Juried Exhibition” (February 2–March 29). open to all ceramic artists over the age of 18 who currently reside in the Central Time Zone. Central Time Zone states include: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas, and Wisconsin; however not all counties within these states are within the Central Time Zone. Artists who reside in areas of Canada and Mexico that are within the Central Time Zone are also eligible. Artwork submitted must have been completed within the last three years. All forms of ceramic expression are encouraged. No fee. Juried from digital. Contact Susanne Nestory, Bradley University, Peoria, IL 61625, snestory@bradley.edu; 309-677-2989; art.bradley.edu/bug.
fairs and festivals
March 1, 2024 entry deadline
Texas, Lubbock “46th Lubbock Arts Festival Juried Gallery!” (April 13–14). This competition is part of the annual Lubbock Arts Festival and is open to all artists working in any fine art 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. Fee: $30. Juried from digital. Juror: Brice McCasland Contact the Lubbock Arts Festival, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock, Texas 79401; assistant@lubbockarts.org; 806-744-2787; lubbockartsfestival.org.
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