Opportunities
Calls for Artists, Fellowships and More
ArtReach St. Croix – Annual Member Show Call for Artists
Member artists of ArtReach St. Croix are invited to submit one (1) piece of current, original artwork to be displayed in the St. Croix Galleries during the Annual Member Show, July 11-August 17, 2013. New the year: Three prizes will be awarded during the member show thanks to The IkutaSchodde Family Foundation. Drop-off is July 8 and 9. Additional Information
ArtReach St. Croix – 2014 Call for Exhibiting Artists
The St. Croix Galleries at ArtReach St. Croix is seeking artists to exhibit their work in our beautiful gallery space in historic Stillwater, Minnesota. Artists living and/or working in the St. Croix Valley in Minnesota or Wisconsin between Hastings and Prescott, and St. Croix Falls and Taylors Falls are especially encouraged to submit applications. All forms of creative work are encouraged. All media, subjects and styles are welcome including–but not limited to–painting, fibers, printmaking, sculpture, glass, pottery, jewelry and photography. Accepted artists will be invited to participate in a collective show during 2014. Submission deadline is August 30. Additional Information
Arts Guild Riverfront Festival, Northfield – 2013 Call for Artists
In 1959, the first annual Northfield Arts Guild Festival was held on the lawn of the original Arts Guild, located in a cozy neighborhood. Over 50 years later, this juried fine arts celebration is nestled in downtown along Cannon River walkways and features the work of over 60 regional fine craftspersons and artists. The 2013 festival will beheld September 7 & 8 and is open to all professional or emerging artists who are 18 years of age or older. Submission deadline is June 14. Additional information
St. Croix River Association – 2013 Photo Contest
This is the third year the St. Croix River Association is inviting amateur photographers to submit their photos taken in the beautiful St. Croix Watershed. Each participant may enter up to five photos. Photos must be taken within the St. Croix River watershed, which includes many rivers and streams in Eastern Minnesota and Western Wisconsin. Submission deadline is August 16. Additional information
Stillwater Art Guild Gallery – Call for Artists
The Stillwater Art Guild Gallery’s River Room is prime exhibition and retail space available for rent by individuals and groups of artists. Tasteful, neutral walls make artwork pop. Warm spot lighting with adjustable brightness directs visitors gaze. Pedestals and moveable free-standing walls are available at no additional cost. You may submit a proposal as an individual or a group. Submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis and reviewed quarterly. Additional information
The Oakridge Gallery of Gospel Art – Call for Artists
The Oakridge Gallery of Gospel Art is looking for artists for their 2013 exhibitions. Artists are encouraged to submit pieces that explore the gospel art themes of: “O Death, Where is Thy Sting” – submission deadline February 7, “Potter + Clay: God at the Wheel” – submission deadline May 7, “Parable” – submission deadline August 13, and “Gloria In Excelsis Deo” – submission deadline October 29. Additional information
Walker Art Center – Design Fellowship Program
Since 1980, the Walker Art Center Design department has maintained a graphic design fellowship program that provides recent graduates (both undergrad and grad) the opportunity to work in a professional design studio environment. Fellows are employed full-time for one year and are assigned a wide range of graphic design projects, from identities and related collateral for programs and exhibitions, to assisting the design director and designers with large-scale initiatives such as catalogues, campaigns, wayfinding systems, and websites. Additional information
mnartists.org is an online database of Minnesota artists and organizations from all disciplines. In addition to providing artists and organizations with a web page containing images and information, mnartists.org provides news and features about the local arts scene from a variety of sources. They have many calls for artists from throughout Minnesota posted on their News/Opportunities page.
