Artist Opportunities – December 16, 2023

New Calls for Artists

Leaning Towards Abstraction Show (deadline is January 18, 2024)

This show seeks to give a forum to artists who do not attempt to present an accurate depiction of a visual reality but instead uses shapes, colors, forms and gestural marks to achieve the desired effects. There may or may not be recognizable objects represented in the art work, but accurate depiction is not the avenue by which the artist seeks to achieve their goals. Learn More and Apply >>

Art in the High Desert 2024 (deadline is February 15, 2024)

Art in the High Desert is a juried fine art and craft show, produced by active show artists and invested local art advocates through a non-profit organization.

Art in the High Desert has consistently ranked in the top 25 selling shows in the country. The buying public has grown to appreciate & anticipate the high quality of the art that the AHD jury selects.

Learn More and Apply >>

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Artist Opportunities – December 1, 2023

New Calls for Artists

28th annual Art In The Pearl Fine Arts & Crafts Festival (dedeadline is February 15, 2024)

The 28th annual Art In The Pearl Fine Arts & Crafts Festival takes place Labor Day weekend Saturday, August 31 through Monday, September 2. The show is located in the North Park Blocks of the Pearl District in Portland, Oregon. 130 exceptional visual artists have been selected to exhibit by an independent jury panel comprised of both working artists and art professionals. The Emerging Artist Program provides regional artists in the early stage of their art career an opportunity to gain experience marketing and showing their work. Learn more and apply >>

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Red Trillium Gallery – Call for Artists (ongoing)

Are you a local ARTIST who is interested in joining a cooperative-style gallery in Troutdale, Oregon?

We are looking for 2D & 3D artists.

Go here for more information and to apply: https://www.redtrilliumgallery.com/artist-application.

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Please Welcome Our 2024 Leadership

By Lynda Orzen, Co-President 2023

Several new faces stepped up to take on leadership positions for the guild. We are so thankful to have bright new faces and ideas. Sharing the Presidents position are Jessie Arts and Caroline Brown. Both are relatively new to the guild but have participated in our events.

Stepping up to be Co Vice Presidents are Cathy Rowe and Erin Redding. They have the fun job of creating great programs for our members.

Volunteering for the Secretary position is Vona Adams-Lawrence. Vona has been with the guild for several years and has participated in many events along with giving a presentation at a guild meeting.

We want to thank these volunteers for taking on very important positions for the guild so we can have a successful 2024 with new programs, ideas, and events.

Artist Opportunities – November 16, 2023

New Calls for Artists

Fiber in 3D (deadline is November 30, 2023)

This juried exhibition will appear in the spring 2024 issue of Fiber Art Now to be released in early April 2024. Selected artwork will be eligible for the onsite exhibition at the Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston, Texas, January 27 through May 4, 2024. Artists are invited to enter TWO innovative three-dimensional artworks of original design that stretch the boundaries of fiber and textile techniques. The artwork must include a fiber component or textile technique.

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Christmas Bazaar (deadline is December 7, 2023)

Come be part of our Christmas Bazaar at the Oregon City Church of the Nazarene on December 9, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm. The deadline is December 7. The set up is 6-8 p.m. and then again Saturday morning from 8-9:30 a.m.

All spaces are 9 feet wide by 7 feet deep. Double spaces are still available. A basic space in which the artist brings their own tables/risers and needs no power is $35. If the artist would like to use our table(s), add $10. Add an additional $10 if the artist needs power.

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Nominations for 2024 Board Positions

We are looking for nomination for volunteer board members who would be a piece of a larger puzzle. How about your best art friend in TRAG? How about you?

Presidents position. Where and what should TRAG continue to do: HELP TAKE US THERE.

Help a committee plan one of our festivals.

Secretary position. Take notes and print them up for the board and newsletter.

Vice-presidents position. Plan fun ideas for our monthly meetings:

Whew! That sounds like a lot of work unless we concentrate on more hands to help. TRAG members have lots of ideas and you can HELP TAKE US THERE. Nominations will be accepted until the November 10th or you jump up and say, “YES”, I’ll help at the November 13th meeting.


The form is now closed. Thank you for your interest.

Call for Volunteers: Holiday Art Show & Sale 2023

By Kerry Edwards, Holiday Show Volunteer Coordinator

We are currently recruiting volunteers for the Holiday Art Show & Sale that will be held on December 2 and 3.  This is a wonderful, very successful show and just a bit of volunteering helps it run smoothly.  Consider volunteering for a couple of hours on one of the days below. 

The job is easy, the atmosphere is fun and you can shop before or after your shift!!   

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Artist Opportunities – October 16, 2023

New Calls for Artists

A Generous Kingdom VIII: Art that explores symbolism, story, and beyond (deadline is October 28, 2023)

The competition is open to all 2D and 3D artists, national and international, working in all forms of painting, drawing, photography, graphics, digital, and sculpture are eligible. Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. This is a virtual exhibition and all works will be displayed on the gallery website and promoted through social media channels. Learn more and apply >>

Pen & Ink Challenge (deadline is October 31, 2023)

Judges from ArtProf.org will be looking for strong cohesion in both technical execution and presence of a core concept, and how they work together to form a visually commanding presence. They will also consider the originality of the idea, innovative engagement of the materials used, and bold artistic vision. Learn more and apply >>

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