5 Opportunity Sites Every Artist Should Know About

Looking for an opportunity for the next artist?

Don't want to sift through countless websites to find it? From juried exhibitions and art festivals to public art commissions and residencies, it can be hard to know where to look.

We've done the job and narrowed it down.

Here are 5 free and fantastic places where you can discover your next great creative opportunity.

Apply for domestic calls directly to CaFÉ. Just register, create a portfolio of the work you want to show and apply. There is a simple step by step guide. CaFÉ has ​​a huge range of offerings including solo exhibitions, international juried exhibitions, offers, public commissions and residencies. Each listing clearly states the application deadline, entry fee, event dates and full details. You can search by call type, eligibility, city, and state. Listings are free to browse and there is no cost to register. You can also look for free calls to enter!

AOM offers a free monthly feature list: (Edit: As of January 2020, AOM is now $49/year). All you need to do is sign up with your email and they will send you carefully reviewed opportunities every month. The list includes juried exhibitions, public arts commissions, residencies, grants and scholarships. AOM prides itself on making every opportunity worth it.

Make ZAPP your best assistant at art fairs, exhibitions and festivals. Like CaFÉ, everything is done online. Never waste money sending images on CDs or slides again! Register for free, upload your work and apply online. The jury also evaluates online. You will be notified by e-mail about the status of your application and any other necessary information. It is so simple!

UPDATE: Art Archive now has its own !

From dream residences and life-changing grants to fun festivals, art business workshops and extra money competitions, we're presenting it for free to check out. We also make it easy to search! Filter by opportunity type, location, event dates, criteria, and more to find exactly what your art practice needs to thrive.

Not sure if you want to apply through a third party, Art Guide is a free site of opportunity for artists. This Call to Entry website allows you to apply directly to the organization running the show. You can also register for free and post your own events - ideal for those participating in artist association exhibitions. The list is updated daily, so there will always be a great new opportunity.

The list of free opportunities at the Artist Trust offers applications for funding, studio space, work, housing and residences, and art exhibitions. You can easily filter your search by the desired category. You can also search for a specific discipline. The disciplines range from photography and public art to emerging fields and fine arts. Calls also include international options.  

With all these features, you'll need a place to keep track of your work. 

Organize your inventory, track your shows, recordings and competitions with . You will always know the contest and the place attached to each part.

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