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Calls For Art

Call for Artist: Illustrations for the White Mountains Almanac

Mount Washington Observatory, the Appalachian Mountain Club, and Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study are seeking a visual artist to contribute illustrations for an annual almanac focused on the climatological and ecological changes recorded in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. This almanac, created in collaboration with three scientific organizations, will serve as both a visual resource and scientific tool, showcasing the flora, fauna, and natural ecosystems of this iconic region. Open to all traditional or digital illustrative media. The selected artist will receive an honorarium of $5,000 for 10-15 selected pieces. Application deadline: April 28. Read more and apply.

Call for Art: Radiance a Summer Exhibition at ADC Fine Art

Radiance is a summer exhibition by ADC Fine Art featuring artwork that evokes happiness and warmth. Selected artists will have their work shown in a 13,000 sq. ft. gallery located in Cincinnati, Ohio. All media and styles will be exhibited including painting, sculpture, photography, glass, ceramics, mixed media, installations, and conceptual works. Entry Fee: $25 single, $50 two pieces, $75 three pieces, $100 four pieces, fifth piece free. Application deadline: May 2. Read more and apply.

Call for Art: RI Department of Labor and Training Facility

RISCA has partnered with the R.I. Department of Labor and Training to purchase artwork for R.I. DLT’s buildings in Cranston. Wall-hung artwork will be purchased at a fixed price for interior spaces, and classified as small, medium and large (exclusive of framing).

  • $1,000 for small works (up to 24” x 24”, or 576 square inches total).
  • $2,500 for medium works (up to 36” x 48”, or up to 1,728 square inches total).
  • $5,000 for large works (over 1,728 square inches). 

Total budget for acquisition of all artworks: $25,000.

This Call is open to all artists residing in Rhode Island. Undergraduate students are not eligible to apply. Only applications from the artist who created the work(s) will be accepted.

Call for Art: Providence Art Club’s National Open Juried Exhibition

The Providence Art Club is calling for submissions to its annual National Open Juried Exhibition. Awards: Fourteen Prizes totaling $6,000. Best in Show Prize of $1,000. Entry Fee: $35 for one artwork, $10 for up to one additional artwork. PAC Members are eligible for $10 off the initial entry fee. Application deadline: May 8. Read more and see the call on CaFE.