Call for Artists

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+ Juried Open Call - “Best in Show” - The Artist Favorite

Deadline: November 1

Exhibition title/theme: “Best in Show” - The Artist Favorite

Description: Gallery 40 is seeking artworks created in 2023-2024 that are the artist's personal favorites. Any medium accepted, but limited to 2-dimensional artwork. Drop off only for this call.

Location: 40 Cannon Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 Show Dates: December 7, 2024 through January 26, 2025 Awards:(1) $100 Juror’s Best in Show, (2) $50 Juror’s Honorable Mention Award Opening Reception: Saturday December 7, 2024, 5:00 to 7:00pm Submission Deadline: November 1, 2024 11:00pm EST Entries received after this date will not be accepted. Artwork should be submitted digitally via entrythingy.com with all required and pertinent information included. Acceptance Notification: November 18, 2024 via email

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Deadline: November 1


+ Open Call to Artists - Carrie Haddad Gallery

Deadline: November 6

Carrie Haddad Gallery is pleased to announce its 2024 open call! Through November 6, 2024, we will accept submissions from artists living and working in the Hudson Valley region (or within a 50-mile radius of our gallery in Hudson, New York).

We are open to submissions from artists working in two- and three-dimensional media, including (but not limited to) drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile art and collage.

Please review the guidelines below before submitting.

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Deadline: November 6


+ 2024 KinoSaito Annual: Community Art Benefit Open Call

Deadline: November 15

Submissions are now open for the 2024 KinoSaito Annual! Artists in all stages of their careers from the Hudson Valley and beyond are welcome to submit their works to be included for this special exhibition opportunity. With this 3-day exhibition, we aim to highlight the wealth of talent and skill in artistic ability that can be found in our local community.

This open call is both an opportunity for artists to show and sell their work, as well as fundraising for KinoSaito as we head into our fourth year of operations. In 2023, over 100 artists were selected to participate in our first community open call, and we were able to raise over $17,000 in sales to support both KinoSaito and our community of local artists. Artists working in any medium are encouraged to apply.

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Deadline: November 15


+ Call for Art - Roost Arts Holiday Gift Fair

Deadline: November 16

Roost Arts Holiday Gift Fair 2024 at our new location at 122 Main Street in New Paltz!! November 29th, November 30th, December 1 Registration Deadline: Saturday, November 16 We are now accepting applications to sell creative products of all kinds at our Roost Arts Holiday Gift Fair, now at the new Roost Arts Center at 122 Main Street in New Paltz. Reserve a space now! https://www.roostarts.org/holiday-gift-fair-2024-registration

First come, first served. Sign up for 1, 2, or 3 days. Your registration fee will reserve you one of the 10 spots including a 6-foot folding table and two folding chairs.

Deadline: November 16


+ Call for Art - Locust Grove

Deadline: November 16

Apply for ONE (of four) 10 - 12-week solo shows in the Transverse Gallery at Locust Grove Estate, a National Historic Landmark Museum, education center, and nature preserve in Poughkeepsie, NY. During Summer 2025 – Fall 2026. https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php

Entry Deadline: 11/16/24 Entry Fee (Entry Fee): $40.00 Work Sample Requirements Images | Min. 10, Max. 10

The run of your show will be determined after 4 solo show artists are selected. Artists may sell work from the gallery and receive 75% of the commission and Locust Grove will keep 25% of the commission. Each 10 -12-week solo show artist presents 20 - 30 artworks in the Transverse Gallery at Locust Grove.

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Deadline: November 16


+ Calling All Artists! - 2025 MIXMASTER Juried Show

Deadline: November 18

CALLING ALL ARTISTS!

Applications for the 2025 MIXMASTER Juried Show will open on October 21 and close November 18.

Grand Prize: $500 and a Solo Exhibition at the Mattatuck Museum

MIXMASTER is an annual juried exhibition that seeks to discover and recognize the talents of the Mattatuck Museum’s artist members working in New England and the Tri-State region. All artists who are over the age of 18 and residents of New England, New York, and New Jersey are welcome to apply.

This year, we are thrilled to have Dr. Kalia Brooks, Director of Programs and Exhibitions at NXTHVN, as our juror. Selected works will be featured in a group show at the Mattatuck Museum in January, and the winner of the show will receive $500 plus a solo exhibition in the fall. Please note that membership is required to apply. For all information regarding deadlines, awards, and applications, please visit https://mixmaster2025.artcall.org/.

We look forward to receiving your submissions!

Deadline: November 18


+ 2026 Gallery Exhibit Proposal - Garrison Art Center

Deadline: December 13

Garrison Art Center invites applications for solo exhibitions, two- and three-person shows, and curated small-group exhibitions. For detailed information on eligibility and the application process, please visit our website

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Deadline: December 13


+ Call for Artists - Rotating Art Exhibit at the Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library in Milton, NY

Deadline: December 15

The Sarah Hull Hallock Free Library invites artists of the Hudson Valley to enter their work to be considered for the Winter Exhibit.The library provides a free venue to display and sell work. The theme for the exhibit is “The Big Chill”. Chill - cold, cool, crisp, wintry, snowy, frosty, icy, brisk, invigorating. Share with us your visual interpretation of chill.

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December 15


+ Artist Opportunity - Poughkeepsie Farm Project

Deadline: Rolling

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Deadline: Rolling


+ Call for Artists - Poughkeepsie Farmers Market

Deadline: Rolling

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Deadline: Rolling


+ Open Call for New Members - BAU Gallery

Deadline: Rolling

BAU Gallery welcomes applications from Mid-Hudson artists who are actively engaged in their practice, who strive for a high level of professionalism in their work, and who are interested in becoming a member of our artist community. BAU members regularly exhibit and sell their work at the gallery and engage with various audiences through programming and events that complement their individual practices.

BAU Gallery’s mission is to exhibit fine art and build a diverse, artistic community. We are an equal opportunity artist-run cooperative with transparent operations and shared responsibilities. Artist-led cooperatives have a rich history in New York and in this spirit BAU has thrived since 2004. With 20 consecutive years of exhibitions we are one of Beacon’s oldest continually operating galleries.

All of our members share in the duties necessary for the running of a successful gallery. Membership is juried by current members via websites, social media, and submitted images.

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Deadline: Rolling


+ Call for Art - Stanford Free Library

Deadling: Rolling

ART DISPLAY AND EXHIBIT GUIDELINES STANFORD FREE LIBRARY 6035 Route 82 Stanfordville, NY 125810 Guidelines for the Stanford Free Library lobby display area:

  • Art work will require approval by a library representative. The size and number of art pieces may be limited at the discretion of the library representative.
  • Artists are invited to display their work for 2 months and may change their pieces anytime during the display period. Set up is recommended for the last week of the month so display may be featured in the monthly newsletter.
  • Art displays will be promoted in our monthly newsletter, Facebook and website. Notices will be sent to the local newspapers; Hudson Valley News, Northern Dutchess News, Millerton News, Chronogram and Main Street magazines.
  • A schedule will be maintained by the library with contact information for current and interested artists.
  • Artist will be required to sign the library Waiver Form.
  • A list of the displayed art with pricing, supplied by the artist, will be held at the circulation desk as a reference for library staff to quote pricing. Interested buyers will be referred to the artist for the purchase of their artwork. -An opening reception is welcome. The artist needs to co-ordinate the event with the library director. Refreshments, setup and cleanup is the artist's responsibility. Reception date will be included in our initial promotions. Personal invites are the artist's responsibility.
  • The library has a suggested donation of 20% from sales of their work. Contact information for the library representative: Sue Galaskas 845-868-7062 handmadepaper@optonline.net

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Deadline: Rolling