Artist Opportunities – August 16, 2023
New Calls for Artists
Holiday Show & Sell 2023 (deadline is September 29, 2023)
The Holiday Show & Sell is an annual event transforming the Main Gallery into a festive Arts Marketplace. Artists have the chance to display and sell their artworks creatively. Their 30% commission makes it possible for The Arts Center to coordinate and market the event. Marketing is done through our 4000 subscribers monthly E-newsletter, through social media online, and with posters at key locations around town. Learn more and apply
10th Annual Living Mark (deadline is September 2, 2023)
Verum Ultimum Art Gallery invites artists to explore the theme, The Living Mark for its 10th year! Please note this exhibition will be ONLINE ONLY. Verum invites artists to explore, “The Living Mark” and enter work that is any interpretation of the call. The intention of the call is not to drive the work, but to spark an impetus, and discover unique visions to showcase. ALL MEDIUMS are welcome. Learn more and apply
The 5th Annual 8×8* Art Gallery (*with a twist!) (deadline is September 6, 2023)
The Arts Center (TAC) invites you to participate in this year’s Expressions of Community Art for the Heart 2023, the annual fall fundraiser celebrating arts engagement that contributes to community well-being. *NEW Twist: In our fifth year the 8×8 Art Gallery is changing things up by inviting works as small as 6×6 inches and as large as 10×10 inches! Learn more and apply
Previous Calls That Are Still Open
Bend Fall Festival 2023 (deadline is September 9, 2023)
The Bend Fall Festival takes place in the heart of Downtown Bend and covers six city blocks. The Fine Artists Promenade is a great place to begin holiday shopping and is located in the epicenter of the event. Over 40,000 people attend throughout the weekend. Learn more and apply