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

Museum for Art in Wood Opens Applications for Windgate Arts Residency Program in Wood (WARP Wood)

Application Deadline: 1/6/2025

The Windgate Arts Residency Program in Wood (WARP Wood) is a two-month residency (June-August) offering artists, a student artist, a documentary artist, and a scholar a collaborative, creative environment. The program culminates in a group exhibition at the Museum of Art in Wood, opening the first Friday of August.

Who Should Apply:
- Artists and makers working in wood or combining wood with other materials.
- Student Artist Fellowship: Open to current or recent BFA/MFA students or equivalent education.
- Documentary Artist Fellowship: Document the residency through creative and innovative methods (e.g., video, photography, digital illustration).
- Scholar/Researcher: Resides onsite for one week to engage with fellows, proving a written reflection for the final exhibition.

Proposals should articulate how the residency fosters new exploration, research, and experimentation.

For more information, and to apply, click here or contact Billy Cook at billy@enroutemarketing.com.

StreetSpark Mural Program Call to Artists

StreetSpark is looking for an artists to design and paint a mural on the Hamilton Living Water Ministry, Inc. building Summer 2025. Artists should have experience in mural design, mural execution and team management. Applications will involve a two-phase design process beginning with a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) that will expand to a Request for Proposals (RFP) at a later date of selected finalists. The selected designer will paint the mural and will be involved with supply ordering and project planning. The StreetSpark program will manage wall preparation, equipment rental, make supply purchases and hire a team to supporting artists to assist the lead artist.

Deadline to apply: 1/5/2025

Budget: $5,700

For more information and to apply click here. Or reach out to Jennifer Acus-Smith at streetsparkart@gmail.com

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.

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.

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/

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.