Opportunities for Artists
& calls for entry
Providing opportunities for artists in the Quad Cities since 1970
Opportunities for Artists
Quad City Arts is committed to sharing opportunities for artists. By sharing these local calls for entry, public art commissions, juried art competitions, sculpture commission and available grants, we further our mission by providing paid and beneficial opportunities for artists to thrive in our community.
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 15, 2025
NewBo Art Festival Call for ArtistsNewBo Art Fest is a juried art fair consisting of no more than 40 booths. The New Bohemia District is a Mainstreet historical area that includes : local food vendors and restaurants serving Mexican, Indian, Korean, hamburgers, grilled cheese, a bakery, pizza, chocolates, coffee shop, juice bar, local wine and beer bar, popcorn and ice cream, international music, art and performance venues. Specialty shops that include a book store, bicycle store, clothing stores, gift shops, guitar store, skateboard shop, second hand furniture, yoga studios, a running shoe store, a record vinyl store, artists’ studios and art galleries.
Organization: Black Earth Gallery Entry Fee: $35-45 application, Booth Fee: FREE Payment: Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Eligibility: Open to artists nationwide Categories: Art fair, original artwork of any medium |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: May 20, 2025
Photography Triennial Exhibition
If you are a photographer living or working in the Midwest, please consider applying to the Galesburg Community Arts Center's first-ever Photography Triennial Exhibition: The Photograph as an Art Object! This is a juried, regional exhibition, and will feature three cash awards. This exhibition prompts artists and viewers to contemplate what it means to approach photography as an expressive, artistic medium much like painting, sculpture, printmaking, or fiber arts – and yet, to consider and embrace its unique and broad capacities as an artform and technology.
Organization: Galesburg Community Arts Center Entry Fee: $30 Type: Group Exhibition Eligibility: Midwest Regional Categories: Photography |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: June 20, 2025
Black Hawk College ArtspaceArtSpace Gallery in Black Hawk College invites artists to submit work for display.
Display room: 44' of wall space, Big and Small Gallery (shelving/pedestals for 3D works). Artists must be available to deliver their work (no shipping). Partner and group shows may apply. BHC is an educational institution that seeks to invigorate students' art education with a variety of exhibitions. First Exhibition for Fall 25 Semester to start on Monday August 25, 2025. Exhibiting artists are required to give an artist talk (small stipend provided). Currently seeking artists for 25-26 school year and beyond. Email 3 images of your artwork, an artist statement/bio, a description of what you plan to display, and (if applicable) a website URL to [email protected] for consideration. Organization: Black Hawk College Entry Fee: FREE Type: Exhibit Eligibility: IA/IL and the surrounding region Categories: All 2D/3D media (no video or screen-based works) |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: August 11, 2025
Global Gathering VietnamThe Bettendorf Public Library is excited to announce Global Gathering Vietnam, a vibrant two-month celebration of Vietnamese culture, heritage, and traditions. As part of this event, we invite artists to submit their artwork for display at the library throughout September and October 2025.
We are looking for pieces that capture the rich and diverse cultural fabric of Vietnam, enhancing our visitors’ appreciation of Vietnam's contributions to our community. There is no fee for displaying your artwork. As this is not a retail space, we do not permit pricing on the pieces themselves. However, you may include a brief biography with contact information next to your work. Please contact Amanda Blanche at [email protected] for more information. Organization: Bettendorf Public Library Entry Fee: FREE Type: Exhibit Eligibility: N/A Categories: Cultural artworks of Vietnam |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
Call for Artists to Display ARTWORK
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
ARTIST INDEXBe included. Be counted. BE FOUND.
We invite artists to be a part of our Artist Index. This digital platform is completely FREE and is meant to be a resource for the community. The index can aid in searching for artists to hire for commissions, purchasing regional art, working on corporate/city projects, or just exploring and seeing the talent in our region. Organization: Quad City Arts Entry Fee: FREE Type: Public Index Eligibility: 250 mile radius Categories: All Artists |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
JOIN ARTIST COOPERATIVE IN HISTORIC BISHOP HILLBishop Hill Creative Commons is a for-profit arts cooperative dedicated to helping artists make a living from their creative endeavors. In addition to our art gallery, we regularly host classes, workshops, storytelling events, and concerts, featuring performers from all over the globe. Interested artists may email [email protected] with samples of your work.
Organization: Bishop Hill Creative Commons Entry Fee: $35 Type: Membership Eligibility: Within driving distance of Bishop Hill in order to work shifts at the shop and/or participate in co-op activities. Categories: All Contemporary Media |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
Call for Artists to Display ARTWORK
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
Second Avenue Window GalleryQuad City Arts features the work of emerging artists who have 10-20 canvases or framed pieces of art to exhibit in our Second Avenue Window Gallery for 6-8 weeks. Sculpture is also welcome. All artists will be featured with their own page on our website during the exhibit. To apply, click to add your contact information, tell us about yourself (how you decided to express yourself visually) and tell us about your artwork. (Subject matter, medium, size range and inspiration.) Submit 5 clear images of your artwork.
Organization: Quad City Arts Entry Fee: Free Type: Gallery Display Eligibility: 250 mile radius Categories: Painting, Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Sculpture |
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SUBMISSION DEADLINE: ONGOING
Become a Featured Artist on "Quad Cities Live"KWQC TV6 and Quad City Arts has formed a partnership to feature artists on their latest Friday segment "QC Live". TV6 encourages local artists to create and submit new versions of their Quad Cities Live logo. During these segments artists are able to talk about the inspiration for their logo and feature up to seven (7) pieces of artwork. All interviews are currently done remotely.
Organization: KWQC TV6 Entry Fee: FREE Type: Interview/Exposure Eligibility: 250 mile radius Categories: Photography, Drawing, Mixed-Media/Multi-Discipline, Painting, Sculpture |
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Opportunity Criteria
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Opportunity Criteria
- Opportunities must be related to the arts or creative field and/or hosted by an arts organization or creative business.
- Local and regional opportunities are preferred.
Need a correction?
If you would like to request a correction or listing update, please email us.
Did you know that this artist opportunity board is a FREE resource and we never charge artists or arts organizations to be featured or to access it? Support this resource by donating to Quad City Arts. Become an art supporter today!
