Artist Resources

ArtWorks provides a list of artist opportunities for creatives in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. If you would like us to add an artist opportunity to this page, please fill out this form.

Please note: ArtWorks may not be affiliated with the opportunities listed. If you have questions, please reach out to the organization directly.

Opportunities

Tellus Zine Editorial Board

Kennedy Heights Art Center is thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for high school students ages 13-18 to join Tellus Zine‘s Editorial Board! This free program offers students a chance to collaborate on a publication that showcases young adults’ creative writing and art, focusing on topics that matter to them.

Program Details:

Who can apply: Teens age 13-18

Sessions: Twice a month, beginning in January 2025

Applications: Open until November 30th

Interviews: December 9th-16th via Zoom

Notification of Selection & Retreat Invitation: December 16th-20th

Tuition: FREE!

How to apply: https://telluszine.org/how-get-involved

By joining the Editorial Board, students will gain experience in editing, design, publishing, and teamwork as they help produce both digital and print editions of Tellus Zine. This is a fantastic platform for students to amplify their voices and share their perspectives with a broad audience.

For more information or questions please reach out to Asha White at asha@kennedyarts.org

Live Courageously: Rebloom Gathering

Lori Siebert a local artist is co-hosting a conference in May 2025 called “Live Courageously: Rebloom”. Our very own Pam Kravetz will be speaking and doing a creative session.

What is Life Courageously: Rebloom Gathering?
A transformative retreat with inspiring speakers, creative sessions, and a supportive community to help your reignite your courage and pursue new directions in business and life. Join us to connect, learn, and grow with likeminded people!

When?
May 5th-8th, 2025.

Who is it for?
Anyone seeking to reset, re-evaluate, or redirect their life or career with authenticity. Connect with a community, gain actionable insights, and enjoy creative, fun sessions.

Where?
Richwood on the River, Milton, KY – a beautiful estate along the Ohio River, close to the charming town of Madison, Indiana.

Why attend?
If you’re ready to break free from limitations, find inspiration, connect with others, and enjoy a peaceful, inspiring setting, join us.

For more information or to buy tickets, Rebloom Gathering – Live Courageously Events

If you have any questions reach out to Lori Siebert at lorisiebertstudio@gmail.com.

Exterior Mural Opportunity in OTR

A building owner in Over-the-Rhine (OTR) is seeking a talented muralist to design and paint a mural on a 6×9 ft wall at their property. This is a paid opportunity, and interested artists are encouraged to contact BamBam OTR at bambamotr@gmail.com for more details.

Vibrant Colors Open Call | Cash Prizes, Exhibition, & Promotion

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers enter the Vibrant Colors online art show. Submissions are open to artists from around the world. All creators worldwide working in 2D & 3D mediums are invited – Paintings, Photography, Digital, Sculpture, Crafts, Mixed Media. Best in show wins cash prizes, a solo exhibition, will have their artwork used as the posted of the contest and more. All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate.

$12 per submission.

The deadline to submit entries is January 31st 2025.

Figurative Online Art Competition

The “Figurative” theme invites artists to explore the human form through diverse approaches, from traditional portraiture to abstract or symbolic interpretations. Open to 2D and 3D works that reference the human figure, this competition awards a $100 cash prize to the 1st place winner, with additional prizes for second and third place, plus merit and honorable mention awards. Winners will be featured on the Blue Koi Gallery website and social media, and all participants will receive extensive online promotion, ensuring broad exposure. Digital certificates will be provided to recipients. Standard entry is $20 for 4 images, or $30 for 6 images.

Submit your artwork by November 30, 2024.

Learn more here: https://form.jotform.com/Koi_Artist/figurative-online-art-exhibition

Call for Entry – 3rd Koi Artist Award

The Blue Koi Gallery continues to celebrate diversity and excellence in the visual arts on a global scale. The Koi Artist Award is their way of extending a hand to emerging and established artists. This award is open worldwide to artists 18 years and above. Accepting entries of all mediums, styles, and genres, up to 8 pieces of work are required.

The KAA is Open theme (Artist’s Choice) giving the creators artistic freedom for self-expression. This is a fantastic opportunity for artists worldwide to share their talent. They are excited to see what you’ll share/create given full creative reign.

The Winner of the Koi Artist Award will receive a $500 cash prize, a solo exhibition, Certificate, media blast and highlight on the newsletter.

Entry Fee: $35

Deadline: November, 30th 2024

Learn more here: https://koisartistaward.com/koi-artist-award/

December Open Call – Faces and Botanicals

Artists worldwide are invited to participate in Ten Moir Gallery‘s 3rd Faces and Botanical Art Competitions, both taking place this December. These exciting competitions are open to creators aged 18 and over, welcoming both 2D and 3D mediums across all art styles and techniques.

Deadline: December 31, 2024

Prizes: Up to $650 in case and prizes awarded to the Best in Show winner

Eligibility: Open internationally to artists 18+

Categories: 2D and 3D works in any medium

Submit your best work exploring the themes of Faces or Botanical art and showcase your talent to a global audience. Whether you work in painting, sculptures, drawing, or mixed media, these competitions offer an excellent opportunity to gain recognition and reward for your creative efforts.

Learn more here: https://tenmoirgallery.com/art-competitions-open-call/

Your Way Online Solo Exhibition

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers with a cohesive body of work to feature for an online solo show. Open to artists at all stages of their career – including emerging artists. The Your Story, Your Way Solo Exhibition is a unique chance to showcase your artwork to more than 100,000+ international viewers, including collectors, press, art advisors, and art lovers.

Awards: Solo Exhibition, Published interview, Digital Certificate, and artists retain 100% of sales with inquiries directed to them.

The exhibition will be promoted online on the gallery’s websites, on our social media channels, and other platforms such as YouTube.

Important Dates:

Submission Deadline: November 30th, 2024
Artist notification: December 15th, 2024
First Solo Exhibition Date: January 1st, 2025

Entry Fees: $40 for 6 to 10 images

For more information visit the website here or reach out to connect@tenmoirgallery.com

28th Annual Do It Your Damn Self Film Festival Call for Submissions

DIYDS is the longest-running youth-led film festival in the country hosted by Cambridge Massachusetts Community Art Center‘s Teen Media Program. Youth filmmakers are encouraged to submit any films made in the past 2 years that focus on the following topics below (the films can be in any genre).

Social Justice (politics, diversity, activism, LGBTQ+, gender, and race equity, etc.)
Youth Perspectives (leadership, health, relationships, family education, etc.)
Experimental Films (abstract but feature a perspective or voice not commonly heard)

This is a youth-focused film festival so the filmmakers must be between the ages of 13-20. The length of the films is capped at 15 minutes. Also, there are no submission fees! If the filmmaker is selected, they will be asked to attend the festival. Travel and hotel will be paid for.

Submit Here:

https://filmfreeway.com/diydsfilmfest (eligibility/awards information can be found here) or https://forms.gle/K9NFaR2bgDtUvNnm8

Deadline: February 3rd, 2025

If you have any questions or for more information please reach out to Sarah Xu at 617-868-7100 or intern@communityartcenter.org

Display and Sell Art at Local Wine Shop

Local wine and cheese shop in Madeira, Piazza Discepoli is looking for wall art to display and sell. This opportunity would be on a consignment basis, all proceeds of any sales will go directly to the artists. They do not need custom pieces, but they are looking for pieces that will compliment the space.

They host at least one event a month which they would be happy to invite the artist to discuss their pieces for sale.

This is an ongoing opportunity. Please contact Heather Kruessel, at heather@piazzadiscepoli.com to learn more.

Makerspace Art Studio

When The Art Room Cincinnati‘s Makerspace Art Studio in Norwood is closed to the public, they host workshops and art galleries. They are currently looking for local artists to host at an upcoming Art Galleries.

They will help the artist set-up on the day of the event. They will have 12 easels to display 2-D work & tables for 3-D pieces. The artist will receive 70% of sales. 30% will go to The Art Room Cincinnati for hosting. There are no additional fees to be featured in an Art Gallery, and all the Art Exhibitions are free to attend. The artists will also have the opportunity to sell their pieces on The Art Room Cincinnati website.

Any interested artist can visit The Art Room Cincinnati website here. For more information please reach out to Erika McClure, The Art Room Cincinnati Owner-Operator at erika@theartroomcincinnati.com

Classes and Workshops

Looking to learn new skills and improve your craft? Here is a list of local community classes and workshops you can attend!

Sew Valley Education Workshops
Discover Contemporary Art Museum Programs
The Professional Practice
ProjectArt – Free Classes
Indigo Hippo – Material Play: Free Creative Workshops for Youth
- Indigo Hippo is launching Material Play! A FREE, once-a-month workshop series for youth ages 10-18 (recommended, no restricition for children under 10 but request a parent or guardian present to participate). Learn new creative skills and mediums from local artists and organizations while exploring themes of personal growth, resilience and community.

Membership Opportunities

Creative Ohio
- The statewide advocacy organization that energizes the arts and creative community to crusade for deeper investment in Ohio’s creative economy from Ohio’s state legislature and administration as well as its U.S. senators and Congressional representatives.