[Sponsored Listing] LibertyTown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for Dazzling Color, a national juried art exhibition.
This month LibertyTown wants to be “dazzled” by your most colorful vibrant works that celebrate the wide rainbow of colors. Amaze with your understanding of color theory, or go bananas with neon, just don’t serve us up muted tones! LibertyTown wants a gallery filled with raucous, noisy, life affirming color!
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 18 May 2026
All artists age 16 and older, working in any media, may apply to this show. Artwork previously exhibited in LibertyTown’s gallery is not eligible. Artwork must be original, not from kits, and made in the least five years.
Artwork accepted into the show must be for sale. Applications must be submitted electronically; no physical pieces will be accepted at the gallery for jurying. Artwork that will be displayed must be ready to show, with no unfired media, no wet paint, no sawtooth hangers, staple-free edges or other unfinished surfaces. All wall-mounted artwork must be equipped with a secure hanging wire. LibertyTown will provide pedestals and shelving as needed. LibertyTown reserves the right to reject works accepted by the juror due to content, space constraints, or inability to properly install the work.
A non-refundable application fee must be paid for each submitted piece before it will be juried. Payment may be submitted electronically via submittable or by check delivered to LibertyTown. “Friends of LibertyTown” Members receive discounted jury fees. If you aren’t already, you can become a member at http://libertytownarts.com/product/friends-of-libertytown/.
Application Fees
- 1st piece (Non-member): $25
- 1st piece (Member): $15
- Each additional piece: $ 5
Dazzling Color: Art Exhibition Calendar
- 5/18: Submissions due by 10PM Eastern Time
- 5/20: Notifications sent via Submittable Only
- 6/1: Accepted work due at LibertyTown by 8PM
- 6/5: Opening reception
- 6/28: Show closes, unsold work may be picked up/will be shipped back
You will be notified via Submittable if your artwork is accepted. Please make sure your email address is correct when you sign up and that you check the site on or around the notification date. Accepted work must arrive at LibertyTown by the stated due date. Artists are responsible for any costs related to transporting accepted work to the gallery and transporting unsold work away at the end of the show. Pre-paid return shipping labels should be included with any work that may require return shipping. LibertyTown’s address is: 916 Liberty Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
Artists applying to this show grant LibertyTown Arts Workshop unlimited non-exclusive right to use images of accepted work to promote the exhibit and the gallery.
Dazzling Color: Art Exhibition – Artist Benefits
Artists will benefit from this opportunity at LibertyTown Arts Workshop in several meaningful ways. The Main Gallery, located in a 13,000-square-foot facility in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, offers monthly rotating exhibitions, providing artists with frequent opportunities to showcase new work to a fresh and engaged audience. With a walkable downtown location and a steady stream of both local and visiting patrons, artists gain high visibility in a vibrant arts community.
In addition to in-person exposure, all show pieces are featured for viewing and sale on our website and highlighted on our active Facebook and Instagram pages, extending artists’ reach beyond the gallery walls to a broader online audience. Participation in our city’s popular “First Friday” art receptions—well-attended monthly events—adds another layer of public engagement, offering artists the chance to connect directly with art lovers and potential buyers.
This combination of in-person and online promotion, community engagement, and regular exhibition opportunities makes LibertyTown a valuable platform for artists looking to grow their audience and sales.
Awards
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
LibertyTown keeps a commission of 40% on all show sales.
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a unique and dynamic creative hub that brings together over 80 artists under one roof in a 13,000-square-foot facility located in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. What makes LibertyTown especially interesting is the immersive experience they offer—visitors can explore monthly rotating exhibitions in a main gallery, watch artists at work in their open studios, and even take part in hands-on art classes across a wide range of mediums.
LibertyTown is open seven days a week, including evenings, making art accessible to everyone in the community and beyond. Positioned halfway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, Fredericksburg attracts a steady stream of tourists and art lovers. The location, combined with the richness of the city’s history and culture, creates a vibrant atmosphere that makes LibertyTown a standout destination for both artists and visitors alike.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com
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[Sponsored Listing] LibertyTown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for H2O, a national juried art exhibition.
Water is the life blood of this planet. It flows through our veins and valleys shaping earth and sustaining life. This month LibertyTown celebrates water in all its many forms. They imagine a gallery filled with images of water flowing and falling in all its glory.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 16 March 2026
All artists age 16 and older, working in any media, may apply to this show. Artwork previously exhibited in LibertyTown’s gallery is not eligible. Artwork must be original, not from kits, and made in the least five years.
Artwork accepted into the show must be for sale. Applications must be submitted electronically; no physical pieces will be accepted at the gallery for jurying. Artwork that will be displayed must be ready to show, with no unfired media, no wet paint, no sawtooth hangers, staple-free edges or other unfinished surfaces. All wall-mounted artwork must be equipped with a secure hanging wire. LibertyTown will provide pedestals and shelving as needed. LibertyTown reserves the right to reject works accepted by the juror due to content, space constraints, or inability to properly install the work.
A non-refundable application fee must be paid for each submitted piece before it will be juried. Payment may be submitted electronically via submittable or by check delivered to LibertyTown. “Friends of LibertyTown” Members receive discounted jury fees. If you aren’t already, you can become a member at http://libertytownarts.com/product/friends-of-libertytown/.
Application Fees
- 1st piece (Non-member): $25
- 1st piece (Member): $15
- Each additional piece: $ 5
H2O: Art Exhibition Calendar
- 3/16: Submissions due by 10PM Eastern Time
- 3/18: Notifications sent via Submittable Only
- 3/30: Accepted work due at LibertyTown by 8PM
- 4/3: Opening reception
- 4/26: Show closes, unsold work may be picked up/will be shipped back
You will be notified via Submittable if your artwork is accepted. Please make sure your email address is correct when you sign up and that you check the site on or around the notification date. Accepted work must arrive at LibertyTown by the stated due date. Artists are responsible for any costs related to transporting accepted work to the gallery and transporting unsold work away at the end of the show. Pre-paid return shipping labels should be included with any work that may require return shipping. LibertyTown’s address is: 916 Liberty Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
Artists applying to this show grant LibertyTown Arts Workshop unlimited non-exclusive right to use images of accepted work to promote the exhibit and the gallery.
H2O: Art Exhibition – Artist Benefits
Artists will benefit from this opportunity at LibertyTown Arts Workshop in several meaningful ways. The Main Gallery, located in a 13,000-square-foot facility in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, offers monthly rotating exhibitions, providing artists with frequent opportunities to showcase new work to a fresh and engaged audience. With a walkable downtown location and a steady stream of both local and visiting patrons, artists gain high visibility in a vibrant arts community.
In addition to in-person exposure, all show pieces are featured for viewing and sale on our website and highlighted on our active Facebook and Instagram pages, extending artists’ reach beyond the gallery walls to a broader online audience. Participation in our city’s popular “First Friday” art receptions—well-attended monthly events—adds another layer of public engagement, offering artists the chance to connect directly with art lovers and potential buyers.
This combination of in-person and online promotion, community engagement, and regular exhibition opportunities makes LibertyTown a valuable platform for artists looking to grow their audience and sales.
Awards
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
LibertyTown keeps a commission of 40% on all show sales.
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a unique and dynamic creative hub that brings together over 80 artists under one roof in a 13,000-square-foot facility located in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. What makes LibertyTown especially interesting is the immersive experience they offer—visitors can explore monthly rotating exhibitions in a main gallery, watch artists at work in their open studios, and even take part in hands-on art classes across a wide range of mediums.
LibertyTown is open seven days a week, including evenings, making art accessible to everyone in the community and beyond. Positioned halfway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, Fredericksburg attracts a steady stream of tourists and art lovers. The location, combined with the richness of the city’s history and culture, creates a vibrant atmosphere that makes LibertyTown a standout destination for both artists and visitors alike.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com
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[Sponsored Listing] LibertyTown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for Verdant, a national juried art exhibition.
As Spring Solstice is coming upon us the earth is waking back up, and LibertyTown wants to fill their gallery with the magic of spring. In this national juried art exhibition, Verdant, LibertyTown imagines their gallery filled with images of the rich greens and lush new growth that define spring, whether that be fields of flowers, new buds on trees, or freshly tilled gardens. Show what a verdant spring looks like to you.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 16 February 2026
All artists age 16 and older, working in any media, may apply to this show. Artwork previously exhibited in LibertyTown’s gallery is not eligible. Artwork must be original, not from kits, and made in the least five years.
Artwork accepted into the show must be for sale. Applications must be submitted electronically; no physical pieces will be accepted at the gallery for jurying. Artwork that will be displayed must be ready to show, with no unfired media, no wet paint, no sawtooth hangers, staple-free edges or other unfinished surfaces. All wall-mounted artwork must be equipped with a secure hanging wire. LibertyTown will provide pedestals and shelving as needed. LibertyTown reserves the right to reject artworks accepted by the juror due to content, space constraints, or inability to properly install the work.
A non-refundable application fee must be paid for each submitted piece before it will be juried. Payment may be submitted electronically via submittable or by check delivered to LibertyTown. “Friends of LibertyTown” Members receive discounted jury fees. If you aren’t already, you can become a member at http://libertytownarts.com/product/friends-of-libertytown/.
Application Fees
- 1st piece (Non-member): $25
- 1st piece (Member): $15
- Each additional piece: $ 5
Verdant Art Exhibition Calendar
- 2/16: Submissions due by 10PM Eastern Time
- 2/18: Notifications sent via Submittable Only
- 3/2: Accepted work due at LibertyTown by 8PM
- 3/6: Opening reception
- 3/29: Show closes, unsold work may be picked up/will be shipped back
You will be notified via Submittable if your work is accepted. Please make sure your email address is correct when you sign up and that you check the site on or around the notification date. Accepted work must arrive at LibertyTown by the stated due date. Artists are responsible for any costs related to transporting accepted artwork to the gallery and transporting unsold artwork away at the end of the show. Pre-paid return shipping labels should be included with any artwork that may require return shipping. LibertyTown Arts Workshop is located at 916 Liberty Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
Artists applying to this show grant LibertyTown Arts Workshop unlimited non-exclusive right to use images of accepted artwork to promote the exhibit and the gallery.
Verdant Art Exhibition – Artist Benefits
Artists will benefit from this opportunity at LibertyTown Arts Workshop in several meaningful ways. The Main Gallery, located in a 13,000-square-foot facility in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, offers monthly rotating exhibitions, providing artists with frequent opportunities to showcase new work to a fresh and engaged audience. With a walkable downtown location and a steady stream of both local and visiting patrons, artists gain high visibility in a vibrant arts community.
In addition to in-person exposure, all show pieces are featured for viewing and sale on LibertyTown’s website and highlighted on their active Facebook and Instagram pages, extending artists’ reach beyond the gallery walls to a broader online audience. Participation in the city’s popular “First Friday” art receptions—well-attended monthly events—adds another layer of public engagement, offering artists the chance to connect directly with art lovers and potential buyers.
Awards
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
LibertyTown keeps a commission of 40% on all show sales.
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a unique and dynamic creative hub that brings together over 80 artists under one roof in a 13,000-square-foot facility located in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. What makes LibertyTown especially interesting is the immersive experience they offer—visitors can explore monthly rotating exhibitions in a main gallery, watch artists at work in their open studios, and even take part in hands-on art classes across a wide range of mediums.
LibertyTown is open seven days a week, including evenings, making art accessible to everyone in the community and beyond. Positioned halfway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, Fredericksburg attracts a steady stream of tourists and art lovers. The location, combined with the richness of the city’s history and culture, creates a vibrant atmosphere that makes LibertyTown a standout destination for both artists and visitors alike.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The New York Center for Photographic Art (NYC4PA) announces a call for artists for Water, an online photography competition.
Water surrounds us as rivers, lakes, oceans, and seas. It is also very central to much of our lives – the rain that makes our flowers grow, the ice cubes that cool our drinks, and on and on.
It is beautiful to photograph. This call is about how you, the photographer, capture water in all its forms. Is it the crest of water hitting a seaside rock? Is it water heated to become steam or frozen like ice? There are the glistening droplets of water from a puppy shaking itself off, tears expressing heartfelt emotion, and reflections in a city pond as well as active steam from a geyser. Maybe you used a slow shutter to create the soft image of flowing water in a stream or ventured out on a winter day to watch patterns emerge in the city ice rink. There are raindrops, dew drops, ice floes, waterfalls, rapids, and serene lakes. The list goes on. Black and white, color, and abstract – all 2D mediums are welcome.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 8 February 2026
NYC4PA offers opportunities to participate in themed calls for photographers. Each call has a different theme and 50 images win. The prizes total $4,000. There is a grand prize, 3 first prizes, 3 second prizes, 3 third prizes, 20 juror’s selections, and 20 honorable mentions. All 50 winners are posted in a gallery on the NYC4PA website and included in an exhibition gallery. The call is open to any photographers worldwide and of any age, amateurs or professional. A professional photographer, gallery owner, or photography teacher is the juror.
About New York Center for Photographic Art
The mission of the New York Center for Photographic Art is to provide exhibition opportunities in the vibrant New York City gallery world to photographers around the globe. NYC4PA offers international, themed, open call competitions juried by recognized experts in the field of photography. Prizes include cash awards, online gallery, catalog, and New York City gallery exhibits.
For more information, contact nyc4pa@gmail.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center announces a call for artists to submit original artwork to the Rhythm: Movement In Art exhibition.
This exhibition will examine how artists capture, interpret, and evoke movement through visual rhythm. From the fluidity of gestures to the pulse of repeated forms, and from the suggestion of physical motion to the sensation of energetic flow, this exhibit celebrates artworks that embody momentum, dynamic flow, and cadence.
Kinetic sculpture and other motion-based works are encouraged, especially those that physically manifest the exhibition’s themes of rhythm and movement. Works may reference rhythm found in nature, the human body, architecture, sound, or purely abstract movement, but the central focus remains on how artists create the feeling of motion through visual means. Viewers will be encouraged to experience how visual art can reflect the beats, patterns, and motions that animate the world around us.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 5 January 2026
Artists benefit from exhibitions at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center in a myriad of ways. Beautiful 1,200 square foot galleries show the work excellently, with natural light during the days that many other galleries don’t have. Shows are marketed in a wide variety of ways including individual show booklets featuring a page for each artist and a social media package for each exhibiting artist. There are scholarship opportunities, three cash prize juror awards, and a lovely opening reception.
About Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center is located in scenic Solomons, Maryland, where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The sculpture garden features a shady walking path that meanders through the woods past permanent and loaned sculpture, including over thirty works on loan from the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art. Artists in the collection include: Antonio Tobias Mendez, Barbara Hepworth, Cesar, Robert Engman, Jean Arp, Kenneth Snelson and Fransisco Zuniga.
Young guests can frolic in the Fairy Lolly Creative Play Space and explore the many trails, including the Tree-mendous Trail. The award-winning Arts Building includes rotating exhibition space, the Nature Nook, the artLAB Creative Reuse Studio, the Annmarie Gift Shop, and lovely wrap around patios. Annmarie presents a variety of popular annual festivals, rotating exhibitions, family activities, and creative public programs. The Studio School offers classes for all ages and abilities – from pottery to dance – taught by professional artists and arts educators. Come explore this special place where art and nature meet!
For more information, contact exhibits@annmariegarden.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The New York Center for Photographic Art (NYC4PA) announces a call for artists for Urban Suburban Rural, an online photography competition.
Urban, suburban, and rural: these are location choices we make for living, working, and vacationing. Each has its own visual characteristics that make it the best option. What was it about these locales caught your eye? Was it the crowded streets, public transport, or skyscraper silhouettes in the Urban Landscape? Did you capture hamburgers and hot dogs on a family bar-b-q? Maybe, it was the geometry of a street of well-groomed front yards, a strip mall, or other images representative of the suburban scene. Finally, were you caught up in the imagery of Rural Impressions – the farmhouses, the fields, the animals, the white farm fences, or rusted cars on front lawns?
Send your interpretations of rural impressions, suburban scenes, and urban landscapes. Lots to see, lots to photograph.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 4 January 2026
NYC4PA offers opportunities to participate in themed calls for photographers. Each call has a different theme and 50 images win. The prizes total $4,000. There is a grand prize, 3 first prizes, 3 second prizes, 3 third prizes, 20 juror’s selections, and 20 honorable mentions. All 50 winners are posted in a gallery on the NYC4PA website and included in an exhibition gallery. The call is open to any photographers worldwide and of any age, amateurs or professional. A professional photographer, gallery owner, or photography teacher is the juror.
About New York Center for Photographic Art
The mission of the New York Center for Photographic Art is to provide exhibition opportunities in the vibrant New York City gallery world to photographers around the globe. NYC4PA offers international, themed, open call competitions juried by recognized experts in the field of photography. Prizes include cash awards, online gallery, catalog, and New York City gallery exhibits.
For more information, contact nyc4pa@gmail.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) of the University of Rochester announces a call for artists for the M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival, their largest annual fundraiser and biggest celebration of the arts for almost 70 years.
Artists from across the country are invited to apply to showcase their work for purchase at this juried, two-day festival, Saturday, August 29, and Sunday, August 30, 2026, from 10 am to 5 pm.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 16 August 2026
M&T Bank Clothesline Art Festival spaces are available both on the outdoor grounds and inside the Vanden Brul Pavilion. Clothesline is also the place to experience all-day live entertainment, sample food from some of Rochester’s favorite food trucks and vendors, enjoy free family art activities, and visit the museum.
Artists will have the opportunity to showcase their art to visitors from and around the Rochester and surrounding region for two days in this juried festival. All artists and makers participating in the festival submit original work, whether one-of-a-kind or limited edition. The work must be conceived and designed solely by the artist or maker, demonstrating vision, imagination, and originality.
This is the second year artists will be able to choose from outdoor or indoor spaces (indoor spaces are limited!). Food and entertainment offerings have expanded over the last year. Additionally, the admission price has been lowered to $5 for the general public, and MAG Members are admitted free of charge, as are children under the age of twelve.
About Memorial Art Gallery
A visit to the Memorial Art Gallery is a journey through more than 5,000 years of art history. From the relics of antiquity to works in the vanguard of contemporary practice, MAG offers a panorama of the world’s art. Our 14-acre campus is a spectacular public art space that is a popular destination for Rochesterians and out-of-town visitors alike.
MAG’s permanent collection of more than 13,000 objects has been called “the best balanced in the state outside of metropolitan New York City.” In addition to its collection, the museum offers a year-round schedule of temporary exhibitions, lectures, concerts, tours, and family activities.
For more information, contact clothesline@mag.rochester.edu
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Oil Painters of America (OPA) announces a call for artists for the 35th National Exhibition of Traditional Oils, hosted by the Steamboat Art Museum in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, on view May 29–August 29, 2026.
This exceptional exhibition will showcase the finest works in draftsmanship, color, and composition, featuring a diverse range of styles and subjects.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 6 March 2026
OPA membership required. Over $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 Best in Show!
Joining Oil Painters of America connects artists across North America who are dedicated to excellence in representational oil painting. Members gain access to free educational webinars, exclusive discounts on art products, and opportunities for professional growth and recognition through workshops, exhibitions, and networking with fellow artists.
Entering the National Exhibition of Traditional Oils provides a prestigious platform to showcase your work, compete for over $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 Best in Show, and exhibit at the Steamboat Art Museum. Participants gain national exposure among collectors, galleries, and peers, while elevating their skills and reputation in the oil painting community.
About Oil Painters of America
Oil Painters of America (OPA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the timeless art of representational oil painting. With over 3,500 members across North America, OPA connects artists of all levels in a vibrant, supportive community where creativity thrives. Members gain access to prestigious national juried exhibitions, inspiring online showcases, and the annual convention featuring a wet paint competition, paint-outs, workshops, and live demonstrations. Exclusive webinars, scholarships, and art-product discounts provide tools to grow and experiment, while networking opportunities bring together passionate artists who celebrate the beauty, skill, and tradition of oil painting.
For more information, contact lpusch@oilpaintersofamerica.com
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[Sponsored Listing] The City of Muskegon, Downtown Development Authority announces a call for artists for the Lakeshore Art Festival, a two-day event that is a favorite of community and artists alike, featuring over 250 exhibitors, in beautiful Downtown Muskegon, Michigan.
The event incorporates public art projects, live street and stage performances, children’s activities, and local food vendors, making it a true community celebration of creativity. It’s not just about looking at art — it’s about experiencing it. Be a part of this juried festival and submit your application today.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 1 February 2026
Exhibiting at the Lakeshore Art Festival comes with thoughtful amenities designed to make your weekend enjoyable and stress-free. Artists can look forward to cash prizes and awards totaling $3,000, along with a continental breakfast served on both Saturday and Sunday. The festival also provides booth sitters, overnight security, and drive-up loading and unloading for convenient setup and teardown. To top it off, all artists are invited to a special Artist Reception, offering a great opportunity to relax, connect, and celebrate creativity.
The Lakeshore Art Festival stands out as one of the most engaging and well-loved summer events along Michigan’s lakeshore because it combines art, community, and experience in a way that appeals to everyone — artists, locals, and visitors alike. The festival is held in the heart of downtown Muskegon, just steps from the lakeshore, restaurants, and shops — giving it a lively, walkable atmosphere. The lake breeze, art-lined streets, and live entertainment create a festival vibe that’s hard to beat. It’s not just about looking at art — it’s about experiencing it.
Fine Art Cash Prizes and Awards
- 1st Place/Best in Show – $1,000
- 2nd Place – $800
- 3rd Place – $600
- 4th Place – $400
- Committee’s Choice – $200
Craft Art Cash Prizes and Awards
- 1st Place – $150
- 2nd Place – $100
- 3rd Place – $50
Lakeshore Art Festival Testimonials
“It was the best sales at a festival I’ve had yet!”
“Setup and tear down were a breeze, no rush or fussing. The customer base were so kind and welcoming! So were the event staff! Very well organized event in a clean and beautiful area of town! Saw lots of marketing for this show on our way to set up.”
“Great volunteers, fun crowd, easy load in and out. Thank you for a great show! “
About City of Muskegon, Downtown Development Authority
The City of Muskegon, Downtown Development Authority (DDA) exists to act as a catalyst in the development of a community’s downtown district. Various funding tools exist for DDA’s including millage and tax increment financing for public improvements within the boundaries of the district. “Our mission is to allocate our resources in support of development, promotions, and events toward creating a
thriving downtown and its waterfront where all people can live, work, play, and stay.”
For more information, contact info@lakeshoreartfestival.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] PleinAir Magazine announces a call for artists for their PleinAir Salon October Art Competition.
In the spirit of the French Salon created by the Academie des Beaux-Arts in Paris, this annual online competition, with 11 monthly cycles, leading to the Annual PleinAir Salon Art Competition, is designed to stimulate artistic growth through competition.
The competition rewards artists with $50,000 in all cash prizes each year with the winning painting featured on the cover of PleinAir magazine.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 31 October 2025
The PleinAir Salon is an online competition consisting of 11 monthly cycles of competitions and one annual competition. They award a total of $50,000 in cash prizes each year for this competition.
- Annual Grand Prize winner receives a check for $15,000 and is featured on the cover of PleinAir Magazine
- Additional awards totalling $11,050 to the annual winners
- Awards totalling $2,250 in the monthly competitions.
Each of the 22 monthly winners will be automatically entered into the Annual Competition. Each of the monthly winners receive cash prizes, promotion in PleinAir Magazine, both print and digital. Winners are promoted in the digital edition of Fine Art Connoisseur, a magazine for art collectors. Artists receive editorial coverage in newsletters and websites. The annual awards are presented live at the Plein Air Convention & Expo each spring.
PleinAir Salon Testimonials
“It is always so exciting to win something, and also such an honor. I really like participating in the Plein Air Salon Competition for many reasons, but one is that you are so great about sharing and promoting the award winners. It makes me want to keep painting the best I can and to enter every month.” – Sheryl Knight
“PleinAir Salon has such a wonderful reputation for attracting world class artists that I was so impressed when I found out I was amongst the top 100 finalists. Then when I discovered I had won the Animal and Bird section I was completely speechless. I know I have worked hard over the last few years to really improve my craft, but this has been an overwhelming honor.” – Angela Parr
“Entering this contest on a monthly basis is something I have come to regard as both essential and enjoyable. It seems like every so often one of my paintings catches lightening in a bottle, so that’s a thrill. Thank you and the staff for all the work to promote artists and the arts.” – Christopher Forrest
About PleinAir Magazine
PleinAir Magazine is for plein air artists, enthusiasts, and collectors showcasing a wide variety of plein air paintings, articles on the top plein air artists of today and past, and the latest information on events and shows. The PleinAir Salon Art Competition has been awarding cash prizes and promoting artists for 12 years. The PleinAir Salon is celebrating their 14th year and was created by PleinAir magazine publisher, Eric Rhoads.
For more information, contact pleinairsalon@streamlinepublishing.com