Opportunities for Artists

40th Annual New LEgacies: Contemporary Art Quilts

This juried exhibition features the current work of the finest national and international contemporary quilt artists, June 15 – August 17, 2024. 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 15, 4 – 6 PM with the Awards Presentation the same evening at 5PM. A catalog will be produced to feature the exhibition.

Exhibition Jurors: Vicki Carlson, Valerie Maser-Flanagan, Lea McComas
Awards Judge: Lea McComas

Deadline: April 29

CITY HALL LOBBY AND OFFICES CALL FOR ENTRIES

The City of Fort Collins is accepting submissions for artworks 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 Liz Good, Visual Arts Coordinator, at lgood@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

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