Opportunities for Artists

41ST Annual New Legacies: Contemporary Art Quilts

This juried exhibition features the current work of the finest national contemporary quilt artists, June 25– August 22, 2025. Art quilts accepted for exhibition will exemplify innovation in quilting and surface design techniques as well as excellence in artistic composition and craftsmanship. The goal of the exhibition is to recognize the world’s finest contemporary quilt artists and to advance the art form. The Opening Reception is scheduled for Saturday, June 28, 4 – 6 PM with the Awards Presentation the same evening at 5PM. A catalog will be produced to feature the exhibition.

There is an application fee of $35.

AWARDS
$1,000 Best of Show Award
$500 Prize for Creative Artistry – exceptional artistic expression and craftsmanship
$500 Prize for Creative Innovation – exceptional integration of new materials, techniques and design.

Deadline: April 21, 2025.

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THE LINCOLN CENTER ART GALLERY CALL For Portfolios and Exhibit Proposals

The Lincoln Center is seeking proposals for solo and group exhibitions in all media from artists and curators living in the United States for exhibitions through 2026.

There is an application fee of $35. Residents of the Fort Collins Growth Management Area receive a discount with the following code: FC25.

This application is on a rolling deadline with submissions to be reviewed by The Lincoln Center staff for exhibitions through 2026. This Call for Entries will close on December 31, 2025.

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CITY HALL LOBBY AND OFFICES CALL FOR ENTRIES

The City of Fort Collins is accepting submissions for artworks (16″ x 20″ or larger) to hang in the City Hall Lobby, Conference Room, and City Attorney’s Office. Submissions are reviewed in an ongoing basis and artwork is replaced every four to six months. Selected artists receive a $70-$100 honorarium for exhibiting their work with the City.

This call is open to artists living within the City of Fort Collins Growth Management Area. To see if you qualify, check the Growth Management Area boundary map.

You will be asked to submit your contact info, a short artists statement and artist bio, and 4-6 photos of your artwork. If you have any questions, please direct them to Kristen Vohs, Visual Arts Assistant, at kvohs@fcgov.com.

NO DEADLINE: Submissions are considered in an ongoing basis and applicants will only be notified if their application is accepted. If you have applied but have not heard back after one year, you are welcome to reapply with new work.