Opportunities
Calls for Artists, Fellowships and More
ArtReach St. Croix – 2013 Annual Member Show
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 15. New this year, three prizes will be awarded during the show thanks to the IkutaSchodde Family Foundation. Artwork drop-off is July 8-9. Additional information
ArtReach St. Croix – Graphic Designer Exhibition Call for Artists
You’re a graphic designer by day, but are you a…sculptor, painter, jewelry maker, potter, other type of artist by evening, weekend or any spare time you happen to fine? If so, ArtReach St. Croix would like to invite you to participate in a gallery exhibition showcasing the other (often overlooked) artistic talents of graphic designers who live and/or work in the St. Croix Valley. The exhibition is scheduled for October 3 to November 2, 2013. Submission deadline is July 15. Additional information
ArtReach St. Croix – 2014 Call for Exhibiting Artists
The St. Croix Galleries of 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 are especially encouraged to submit applications. All forms of creative work are encouraged. All media, subjects and styles are welcome, including painting, fibers, printmaking, sculpture, glass, pottery, jewelry and photography. Accepted participants will be invited to participate in a collective show during 2014. All entries will be reviewed by a jury comprised of members of ArtReach St. Croix’s visual arts committee, staff and a guest juror. Submission deadline is August 30. Application
The Phipps Center for the Arts – Annual Call for Artists
The Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson, Wisconsin, seeks submissions from visual artists in Wisconsin and Minnesota for a variety of exhibition opportunities in The Galleries at The Phipps in 2015-2016 and in three public exhibition programs in 2014-2015: the Healing Arts Program at Hudson Hospital; the Enriching Program at Croixdale in Bayport, Minnesota; and the Healing Arts Program at Westfields Hospital in New Richmond, Wisconsin. Submission deadline is July 1. Additional information
Highpoint Center for Printmaking– Jerome Emerging Printmakers Residency
The Jerome Residency program in open to emerging Minnesota printmakers who already possess training in traditional printmaking techniques, and can provide original examples of such work. An “emerging” artist is generally defined as an artist who shows significant potential, yet has not received a commensurate amount of professional accomplishment and recognition regardless of age or recognition in other fields. Three applicants will be chosen as Jerome Residents based on their artistic merit of their work, their dedication, interest and potential in printmaking, as well as the quality and clarity of their plan for the residency. Submission deadline is July 15. 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
Dunn Brothers Oakdale – Call for Exhibiting Artists
Dunn Brothers Oakdale is looking for exhibiting artists who are interested in displaying their work at the coffee shop for two month terms beginning in July.
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: “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.
