National Opportunities



For public art opportunities outside of the area or across the country, be sure to look here. Check this page often for updates.
Click below for Local opportunities.

Haverstraw, NY

Budget:

$8,000

Medium:

mural design


Location:

Haverstraw, NY, USA


Deadline:

07.01.2026


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Design a historical mural commemorating Haverstraw, NY to be printed on vinyl.
Dimensions: 33’.7” high x 16’ wide
Create a lasting piece of public art that embodies the village’s rich history, including its significant brickmaking industry, diverse immigrant communities, and enduring resilience during the Civil War era.
Semifinalists will each receive a $500 fee for design development.

Woodstock, VA mural or design

Budget:

$100,000

Medium:

exterior murall


Location:

Woodstock, VA, USA


Deadline:

07.01.2026


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Paint a mural in Woodstock, VA or create a design for the exterior of a Water Tank, a highly visible 2,000,000-gallon Composite Hydropillar structure located near the I-81 corridor.
No fee to apply.
Deadline: July 1st
The selected designer or muralist will be responsible for:
• Developing a complete exterior design concept incorporating a
brief, resonant gateway message intended to draw I-81 travelers into downtown Woodstock.
• Producing final design files in formats compatible with large-format exterior application.
• Attending coordination meetings with Town staff and the tank maintenance contractor to confirm design feasibility and application logistics.
• Providing minor design revisions as reasonably requested by the Town prior to handoff.
• Providing a preliminary design brief to the Town by November 1, 2026
In circumstances where a design is not suitable or available for digital reproduction, the Town may consider direct application by a mural artist.

Dallas, NC

Budget:

$500

Medium:

Exhibition opportunity. Stipend provided.


Location:

Dallas, NC, USA


Deadline:

09.30.2026


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The Gaston County Museum of Art & History in Dallas, NC is seeking artist proposals for solo or group exhibits, all mediums welcome.
Stipend provided.
No fee to apply.
Submit an artist resume, cover letter, artist statement, and 5-10 images of works you want to display to Alicyn.Wiedrich@gastongov.com
https://www.gastoncountymuseum.org/view

Mooresville, NC Fine Art Festival

Budget:

$0

Medium:

any


Location:

Mooresville, NC, USA


Deadline:

08.07.2026


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Artist Booth at Mooresville Fine Art Festival
Submission Fee:
$45 to apply, $195 to vend
2nd annual Mooresville Fine Art Festival. 70 artist booths! Free admission & free parking, live art demos & music, PLUS children’s art activities! Takes place Saturday, November 21st from 10am-5pm and Sunday, November 22nd from 12pm-4pm at The Charles Mack Citizen Center (Indoor).

Art Teacher – Norfolk Public School

Budget:

$60,000

Medium:

Norfolk Public Schools


Location:

Norfolk Public Schools, Norfolk, VA, USA


Deadline:

06.30.2026


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Full-Time and Permanent; Exempt; 7.33 Hours/Day; 200 Days/Year; 10 Months/Year
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in art education
Eligible for or in possession of the appropriate teaching license from the Virginia Department of Education.
Tuberculin skin test certifying that the individual is free of contagious tuberculosis.
Must meet all pre-employment screenings.
Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the subject(s) to be taught.
Demonstrates knowledge of the art content, skills, and processes.
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of the principles and methodologies of effective teaching.
Demonstrates considerable knowledge of developmental theories in relation to art and cognition.
Demonstrates knowledge of current assessment strategies.
Has the ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports.
Effectively interacts with pupils, colleagues, administrators, and classified employees.
Knowledgeable in the use of personal computers.
Nature of Position

Responsible directly to the principal or designee.
Shapes and directs students’ activities so that they have opportunities to engage meaningfully in class.
Teaches knowledge and skills for art instruction and current curriculum in art, media, and processes including crafts, drawing, painting, sculpture ceramics, mixed media, printmaking, and computer graphics to students.
Uses works of art to teach art content including art history, aesthetics, criticism, and visual culture.
Provides differentiated instruction based on the needs and interests of a diverse population with varying intellectual and artistic abilities.
Uses art vocabulary and has it visible in the room.
Organizes storage areas and controls use of materials, equipment, and tools to prevent loss or abuse, to ensure safe use, and to minimize time required for distribution and collection.
Establishes and maintains standards, rules, procedures, and routines that govern student behavior, support learning, and ensure a safe learning environment.
Communicates with colleagues, parents, administrators, and community members to explain art programs and goals.
Plans and prepares (or assists students in preparing) artwork for art displays and exhibitions designed to showcase students’ work for the school and community according to NPS guidelines.
Works within a supply budget. Maintains required financial records and uses appropriate procedures for spending funds.
Models and demonstrates techniques and skills in drawing, painting, and other art media.
Supervises students’ in- and out-of class activities during the assigned workday.
Above average amount of walking, bending, standing, stooping, and lifting in classrooms and/or art studios and/or while using an art cart and/or while displaying artwork.
Work involves exposure to normal everyday hazards. Teacher is responsible for prompting and monitoring safe practices in relation to the use of potentially hazardous art materials.

Fall Stockley Gardens Art Festival Norfolk, VA

Budget:

$10,000

Medium:

ACCEPTED MEDIUM CATEGORIES: Drawing, Glass, Jewelry, Leather, Metal, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Pottery, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Wood. We do not accept body care items, food items, or clothing. AWARDS


Location:

Stockley Gardens, Norfolk, VA, USA


Deadline:

07.15.2026


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Hope House Foundation, an agency which provides support services to people with disabilities, is celebrating its 42nd year of hosting the Stockley Gardens Arts Festival. The juried festival, located in beautiful Stockley Gardens Park in the heart of historic Ghent, draws thousands of people over the course of the weekend and in addition to fine art, features a wide variety of foods, music, and children’s activities. Our festival has been called Hampton Roads’ best arts festival and was named one of the top two outdoor art events in Eastern Virginia by Virginia Living Magazine six years in a row. We are proud to provide artists an opportunity to display and sell their work in a beautiful environment.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FESTIVAL HOURS:
Saturday, October 17th, 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday, October 18th, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Helen G. Gifford Foundation Best in Show – $3,500
The Alexis Reass 1st Place Award- $2,000
The Melayna Sophia 2nd Place Award – $1,500
3rd Place Award – $1000
(1) Award of Merit – $150
There is a non-refundable application fee of $40 for each medium entered and is only payable through credit card and PayPal. The booth fee is $275 for 1 space, $415 for a space and a half, and $550 for 2 spaces.

Winston Salem NC

Budget:

$300,000

Medium:

Be available to spend a minimum of 2 months on-site during the research phase (accrued over time or consecutively) and then be available for additional time at least once a month


Location:

Winston-Salem, NC, USA


Deadline:

06.29.2026


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#CallForArtists City of Winston-Salem, NC – Government Resident Artist Project
Collaborate with the Public Art Commission to work with East Winston-Salem residents to develop an artistic project that is community focused.
Budget: $300,000
No fee to apply.
Must have experience managing a budget of at least $50,000 or previous participation in a large-scale project that shows the ability to manage multiple facets within a project.
• Have a socially engaged art practice.
• Be available to spend a minimum of 2 months on-site during the research phase (accrued over time or consecutively) and then be available for additional time at least once a month

VMFA Fellowhips

Budget:

$7,999

Medium:

Fellowships from Virginia Museum of Fine Arts


Location:

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, North Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Richmond, VA, USA


Deadline:

11.06.2026


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Apply for a Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Fellowship on June 1, 2026
Deadline: November 6, 2026
No fee to apply.
Awards:
Professional Individual
$8,000 Award
Professional Collaborative
$8,000 Award
Graduate (Individual Only)
$6,000 Award
Undergraduate (Individual Only)
$4,000 Award
Half-Year Student
$3,000 Award (Graduate) | $2,000 Award (Undergraduate)

Tampa, Florida

Budget:

$32,000

Medium:

mural


Location:

Tampa, FL, USA


Deadline:

06.24.2026


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Paint a mural in Tampa, Florida
No fee to apply.
Deadline: 06/24
Create exterior mural(s) celebrating the heritage of Bealsville and highlighting the role of Family, Faith, Education and Farming in the history of the area.
The Bealsville area was home to Miss Ruby C. Williams, a noted Florida folk artist. Artists are encouraged to study her work.

The following documents are required:
1 A current professional resume of no more than 2 pages for each submitting artist.
2 A list of exterior mural installations relevant to this project and completed in the last 5
years. Please include owner contact information.
3 A maximum of 8 digital images of completed exterior murals. The images shall be in
.JPG format. Image files must be properly labeled each with artist’s last name and a
number (1-8) assigned per image list. (e.g.:smith_1.jpg, smith_2.jpg). Artist’s name
should NOT appear on the image. The first five artworks presented should be those that
are most related to this call. Provide details, close-ups or multiple viewpoints of large or
complex artworks.
4 Image ID sheet.

Las Vegas

Budget:

$0

Medium:

exhibition


Location:

Las Vegas, NV, USA


Deadline:

01.08.2027


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Call for Gallery Exhibit Proposals
The city of Las Vegas Public Art and Gallery Program invites artists, curators, and collectives to submit proposals for upcoming exhibitions in city-operated gallery spaces. This opportunity is open to both solo and group exhibitions, with an emphasis on presenting high-quality, thought-provoking artwork that engages our diverse community.

Gallery exhibitions are typically scheduled 12 to 18 months in advance. Applicants will be notified of the panel’s decision within 30 days of submission.
Please Note: Due to the high volume of submissions, we are unable to provide individual critiques or feedback on artwork submitted for this call. All applications will be reviewed by the gallery panel according to the selection criteria. If you’d like feedback on your current work, we encourage you to join our bi-monthly CritChat sessions.

Please email if you have any questions:
Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs
Email: PRCGalleries@lasvegasnevada.gov

ORIGNIAL ARTWORK VCU HEALTH

Budget:

$1,000

Medium:

Note: Submit your price along with your images - No budget limit listed. Vertical Large (Maximum 48 inches) Horizontal Large (Maximum 72 inches)


Location:

VCU Health Stony Point 9000, Stony Point Parkway, Richmond, VA, USA


Deadline:

09.01.2026


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VCU Health is seeking artists to submit digital images of original artwork available for purchase for the new Chesterfield Pavilion. You are responsible for shipping or delivering your artwork if selected.
Orientation and sizes:
Vertical Large (Maximum 48 inches)
Horizontal Large (Maximum 72 inches)
No fee to apply.

Yountville exhibiting artist

Budget:

$0

Medium:

Any


Location:

Yountville, CA, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2026


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#callforartists Become one of the Yountville Napa Valley featured Artists!
Nestled in the heart of the Napa Valley, CA. Yountville’s perfectly walkable mile long main street features world-renowned restaurants, over a dozen wine tasting rooms and exclusive high-end hotels, as well as shopping, galleries and best of all, a beautiful collection of public art.
Their Gallery at The Community Center offers space for artists to display and sell their work by offering 5 rotating shows each year.

The Gallery at the Community Center has five exhibits each year, one of which features the art of our local Youth. Our Gallery Subcommittee works to offer diversity in our shows while supporting local and regional artists.

Depending on the artist, all or most of the art on display is for sale. They are open Monday through Friday from 9 am – 4 pm with staff to assist customers who wish to buy as well as nights and weekends by appointment.

They welcome artists to spend time in the Gallery outside of the opening reception to draw more visitors in with special pop-ups or interesting activity.

Gallery Exhibit Artists are frequently featured in local and regional media through partnerships and marketing efforts.

Interested artists are encouraged to email Yountville Art Walk with your bio and examples of your work.

Please call 707-948-2627 with questions or email us at yountvillearts@yville.com.

Federal Duck Stamp Contest

Budget:

$0

Medium:

7”x10”


Location:

Falls Church, VA, USA


Deadline:

08.15.2026


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2026 Duck Stamp Contest Information for Artists
Who Can Enter the Federal Duck Stamp Art Contest
The contest is open to all U.S. citizens, nationals and resident aliens who are at least 18 years of age by June 1, 2026.
Artists may submit their artwork and entry fee beginning on June 1, 2026.

Eligible Species
At least one of the five eligible waterfowl species must be the dominant feature of your entry (in the foreground and clearly the focus of attention). Eligible species for 2026 are:
Cackling Goose
Blue-winged Teal
Mottled Duck
Long-tailed Duck
King Eider

Inclusion of additional elements such as non-eligible species or other designs that depict uses of the stamp for sporting, conservation and/or collecting purposes are optional.

There can be no writing (including numbers on bird bands or lettering on signs) depicted on your entry. Do not sign your entry.

Only one entry per artist can be accepted.

PREPARING YOUR ENTRY
Entry may be in any media except photography or computer-generated art. Design must be the contestant’s original hand-drawn creation. The entry design may not be copied or duplicated from previously published material, including photographs, or from images in any format published on the Internet.

Entry Size Requirements
Entries must be 7″ x 10″ and oriented in the horizontal position. They must be matted over with bright white matting. The matting must be 1″ wide. Total size (entry with matting) must be 9″ x 12″ and less than ¼” thick. We suggest using a 1/8″ masonite board or foamcore with 1⁄8″ matting to equal the total thickness of 1/4″.

Naperville

Budget:

$1,000

Medium:

Note: propose your budget. None listed.


Location:

Naperville, IL, USA


Deadline:

08.01.2026


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#callforartists
Create a mural for printing. The Naperville Partnership for Public Arts will once again be reviewing proposals for a vertical mural installation (13′ wide x 23′ ).
The artwork should be created (painted, drawn, or digitally designed) at 1:10 scale (15.6″ wide x 27.6″ tall). It should first be submitted as a low-resolution JPG or PNG for review. If selected, the final piece will need to be scanned at 720dpi and saved as a TIF file. It will then be professionally printed at 23’ x 13’.
Deadline: August 1
No fee to apply.
Propose your budget.

IL vinyl mural

Budget:

$999

Medium:

The artwork should be created (painted, drawn, or digitally designed) at 1:10 scale (15.6" wide x 27.6" tall). It should first be submitted as a low-resolution JPG or PNG for review. If selected, the final piece will need to be scanned at 720dpi and saved as a TIF file. It will then be professionally printed at 23’ x 13’.


Location:

Naperville, IL, USA


Deadline:

08.01.2026


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Note no budget listed but states funding will be sourced:

In late Summer of 2026, ArtForum: The Naperville Partnership for Public Arts will once again be reviewing proposals for the vertical mural installation (13′ wide x 23′ tall) on the highly visible downtown Naperville wall space located on the north side of the Liam Brex building (220 South Main Street).

All artists and artist teams are encouraged to apply. We welcome a range of styles and concepts—murals should spark connection, reflect diversity, and engage viewers in meaningful ways.

Art installation funding will be sourced by ArtForum through a potential combination of public and private sources.

Art Details
The artwork should be created (painted, drawn, or digitally designed) at 1:10 scale (15.6″ wide x 27.6″ tall). It should first be submitted as a low-resolution JPG or PNG for review. If selected, the final piece will need to be scanned at 720dpi and saved as a TIF file. It will then be professionally printed at 23’ x 13’.

Installation Period: Early Fall, 2026

Display Duration: 12 months

Location: Downtown Naperville (220 South Main Street)

Please submit your interest, a brief description of the intended work, and a rough mural sketch using the submission form on this page. If you should have any questions, please email: shannon@artforumnaperville.org or sgr@arranmoreevents.com

CA Mural opportunity Blue Line Arts

Budget:

$10,000

Medium:

Rolling deadline


Location:

Blue Line Arts, Vernon Street, Roseville, CA, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2026


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Deadline: Rolling

Description:

Blue Line Arts seeks experienced and aspiring Public Art artists for future opportunities throughout the greater Placer County region in California. Artists sought have experience designing, creating, and installing one or more of the following types of work: mural, sculpture, flooring/ground, landscape, light art, mosaic, interactive.

Compensation:

Each project budget will vary and be communicated on a case-by-case basis. Blue Line Arts and its partners are committed to fair pay for working artists and align with industry standards.

Application Guidelines: Explanation of Requested Information on Application.

Artist CV/Resume

Demonstrates professional history: exhibition of Artist’s work in a variety of public and/or private spaces, especially that in the Public Art realm.

Examples of Previous Work (5-10 images, .png or .jpeg format)

Images of work completed the Artist. If selected, these photos may be used to promote the artist during the project.

Proposed Design (if applicable)

If the Artist is responding to a specific project or call for artists, please include a Proposed Design.

Projects You Are Seeking

Please indicate the medium in which you wish to work for future Public Art projects.

For Murals, what is your standard price per square foot?

Please indicate your standard price per square foot for mural work. This figure should reflect costs for supplies, labor, and miscellaneous.

Are you interested in youth/education/instructing opportunities?

Blue Line Arts executes Public Art projects with an array of regional partners. Some opportunities may include an arts education component with the Artist serving as lead instructor in addition to artist.

What is the scale of your largest work?

Please indicate the scale of your largest completed work by choosing a unit of measurement and entering the figures in the fields below.

Questions:

If you have questions about submissions, please contact Public Art Coordinator, Nico Rodriguez, at nico@bluelinearts.org.

DC Art Center Exhibition opportunity for DMV artists

Budget:

$0

Medium:

any


Location:

The DC Arts Center (DCAC), 18th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2026


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The DC Arts Center (DCAC) welcomes exhibition proposals from artists and curators on a rolling basis. They invite submissions of original work for consideration in both solo and group exhibitions.

Proposals are reviewed quarterly by DCAC’s Visual Arts Committee. Once an application is submitted, a committee member will follow up regarding next steps, which may include a studio visit, an in-person or virtual meeting, or a request for additional materials. If an application is not accepted, feedback from the committee’s deliberations will be provided. Artists are encouraged to choose the gallery they feel best suits their submitted body of work; however, final placement will be determined by The DC Arts Center.

The Main Gallery features full-size work of all mediums and is approximately 700 square feet.

The Nano Gallery features small format work that can be easily hung and is approximately 125 square feet.

Artists retain a 60% commission on all work sold.

Maryland exhibition opportunity = Rolling deadline

Budget:

$0

Medium:

Any medium


Location:

Maryland Hall, Chase Street, Annapolis, MD, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2026


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Maryland Hall
Deadline: Rolling

Media: Any

Do you have an exhibition you’d like to bring to Maryland Hall? Fill out the form on their website.
Please note gallery shows are planned 6-18 months in advance and submissions are subject to approval. For questions, contact Galleries@marylandhall.org

CA

Budget:

$5,000

Medium:

No deadline. Open to US artists 18+


Location:

California, USA


Deadline:

12.01.2026


more information »

Blue Line Arts seeks experienced and aspiring Public Art artists for future opportunities throughout the greater Placer County region in California. Artists sought have experience designing, creating, and installing one or more of the following types of work: mural, sculpture, flooring/ground, landscape, light art, mosaic, interactive.

Compensation:
Each project budget will vary and be communicated on a case-by-case basis. Blue Line Arts and its partners are committed to fair pay for working artists and align with industry standards.
Application Guidelines: Explanation of Requested Information on Application.
Artist CV/Resume
Demonstrates professional history: exhibition of Artist’s work in a variety of public and/or private spaces, especially that in the Public Art realm.
Examples of Previous Work (5-10 images, .png or .jpeg format)
Images of work completed the Artist. If selected, these photos may be used to promote the artist during the project.
Proposed Design (if applicable)

Projects You Are Seeking
Please indicate the medium in which you wish to work for future Public Art projects.
For Murals, what is your standard price per square foot?
Please indicate your standard price per square foot for mural work. This figure should reflect costs for supplies, labor, and miscellaneous.
Are you interested in youth/education/instructing opportunities?
Blue Line Arts executes Public Art projects with an array of regional partners. Some opportunities may include an arts education component with the Artist serving as lead instructor in addition to artist.
What is the scale of your largest work?
Please indicate the scale of your largest completed work by choosing a unit of measurement and entering the figures in the fields below.
Questions:
If you have questions about submissions, please contact Public Art Coordinator, Nico Rodriguez, at nico@bluelinearts.org.

Emergency Grant for artists who have recently undergone an unforeseen catastrophic event

Budget:

$15,000

Medium:

For painters, printmakers, and sculptors who have been creating mature art for at least 10 years, and have recently undergone an unforeseen catastrophic event such as a fire, flood, or medical emergency.


Location:

New York, NY, USA


Deadline:

12.31.2027


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ADOLPH & ESTHER GOTTLIEB EMERGENCY GRANT
For painters, printmakers, and sculptors who have been creating mature art for at least 10 years, and have recently undergone an unforeseen catastrophic event such as a fire, flood, or medical emergency. There are no deadlines for this program.

To be eligible for this program, an artist must be able to demonstrate a minimum involvement of ten years in a mature phase of his or her work. Artists must work in the disciplines of painting, sculpture or printmaking. Each application will be reviewed by the directors, who will exercise their discretion in considering it, and will determine the amount of each award. Applicants should note there is a set amount appropriated for these grants each fiscal year; once this budgetary limit has been reached, the Foundation will not be able to judge any additional requests on their merits.

Second-party requests are honored only when the applicant is physically unable to communicate with the Foundation. Review procedures for completed applications begin as soon as they are received. Full review generally takes about four weeks from the time an application is complete. Situations with imminent deadlines will receive priority.

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