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Artist in Residence Cycle 18 Open Call

Textile Arts Center's Artist in Residence (TAC AIR) combines studio access with a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum and regular critical dialogue, providing residents an opportunity to learn and explore the textile medium, and an alternative to traditional higher education programs. TAC is defined by its buzzing community atmosphere and inter-generational collaborative environment. AIR studios are fully integrated with rented studio space, adult classes, youth programs, and various events throughout the year. The residency culminates in a group exhibition produced and hosted by TAC.

Since 2010, TAC AIR has graduated over 100 artists and designers whose work continues to further textile art within the fashion, fine arts, design and art education fields. 

Submitted on Wed, 01/21/2026 - 20:27

Watercolor USA 2026

Watercolor USA is a prestigious national competitive exhibition celebrating excellence in water media painting. Now in its second year at the Spiva Center for the Arts in Joplin, Missouri, the exhibition continues a remarkable legacy that began at the Springfield Art Museum in Springfield, Missouri, where it was hosted from 1962 through 2023. Spiva is deeply honored to once again steward this historic exhibition and carry forward its tradition of showcasing outstanding water media artistry.

We are also thrilled to welcome Carol Carter as the juror for Watercolor USA 2026. Her distinguished career and expertise bring an exciting perspective to this year’s exhibition. 

Submitted on Thu, 01/15/2026 - 22:00

CALL FOR MURAL & SCULPTURE ARTISTS: LOVEU BUFFALO ART PARK

CALL FOR ARTISTS: LoveU Buffalo Art Park – 99 Thompson St, Buffalo, NY 14207

Sculpture + Mural Artists Invited to Submit Proposals

The River Rock Community Coalition, Inc. (RRCC) is excited to announce an open call for artists for the upcoming LoveU Buffalo Art Park, a transformative community space currently being developed at 99 Thompson Street in Buffalo’s historic Black Rock neighborhood.

Submitted on Thu, 01/08/2026 - 18:27

Call for Proposals: BMCA Theatre 2026–2027 Season

The Black Mountain Center for the Arts invites directors, producers, playwrights, and theatre companies to submit proposals for the 2026–2027 BMCA Theatre season.

BMCA Theatre is an intimate, 80-seat performance space dedicated to bold storytelling, creative risk-taking, and meaningful community connection. We welcome proposals for original works and established plays that are innovative, inclusive, and engaging for Western North Carolina audiences.

Submitted on Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:26

Pure Flora

The Black Mountain Center for the Arts invites artists to submit work for Pure Flora, a gallery exhibition celebrating the beauty, presence, and power of plants, botanicals, and flowers.

This exhibition will be featured as a special lead-in to BMCA’s beloved Art in Bloom event, highlighting nature-inspired artwork from across Western North Carolina. We welcome original interpretations of the theme in all styles—from realistic to abstract, traditional to experimental.

Submitted on Wed, 01/07/2026 - 21:21

Call for Emerging Artists! 2026 Emerging Artist Fellowship at Bethany Arts Community

Call for Emerging Artists!

In 2022, Bethany Arts Community (BAC) identified the need and opportunity to support a longer-term fellowship specifically for emerging artists ages 21+. In 2026, BAC welcomes its fourth Emerging Artist Fellowship, running in two cohorts with two fellows in each cohort, from May 21 – September 3, 2026 and July 23 – November 5, 2026. 

This fellowship is designed to offer a creative home to emerging artists as they transition into and deepen their professional careers and artistic practices. With support provided by BAC, Emerging Artist Fellows will be able to devote uninhibited energy toward their creative work. 

Submitted on Tue, 01/06/2026 - 21:05

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