Calls For Art

About Frankfort48 film contest

To participate in the annual Frankfort48 Film Contest, aspiring filmmakers are asked to create a 3-to-5 minute film celebrating the beauty and unique character of Northern Michigan, using three specific storyline components, which are revealed to the filmmakers at the start of the contest. Participating filmmakers then have 48 hours to conceive their ideas, scout locations, film, edit, and present their mini-masterpieces. Following the film showings, a panel of judges selects the top three films.

Do you create artworks of monumental size or intricate miniatures? The Charlevoix circle of Arts is accepting submissions for our upcoming Big And Small art exhibition. The exhibit will run from September 12 - October 25, and will showcase artworks that play with scale.

Join Crooked Tree Arts Center for a Plein Air (outdoor) Paint-Out & Wet Paint Sale on July 22 - 31, 2025.

This event will happen in conjunction with the IMMERSED exhibition. 

Crooked Tree Arts Center - Petoskey is accepting submissions for the juried art exhibition Process and Practice: Crafting Wellbeing. Selected artworks may relate to this theme broadly and in many ways. 

We’re excited to announce the return of this popular fundraising event! We’re seeking donations of small 6” x 6” artworks from our talented member artists and friends of JRAC. Feel free to donate as many pieces as you like—there’s no limit! All types of media are welcome, and you can choose any theme or subject matter that inspires you. We’ll display the artworks Salon-style, making it easy to browse and purchase favorites. The funds we raise will go directly to supporting JRAC’s general operating fund; we couldn’t do it without the amazing support and involvement from artists throughout NW Michigan. Thank you for helping make this event a fantastic success!

AuSable Artisan Village is proud to present the annual international art exhibition 2025 Great Northern Art Explosion. Offering $8,000 in Awards. The 2025 juried show will be held at AuSable Artisan Village Performing Arts Center in downtown Grayling. We are seeking artworks from artists in all styles and mediums, with no specific theme.

The Holiday Artist Market is a vibrant juried marketplace hosted inside the Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City, Michigan. Now a cherished seasonal tradition, this two-day event draws enthusiastic holiday shoppers and art lovers from across the region.  Last year marked the return of our beloved raffle supporting educational programming for children with many art prizes donated by market artists.   This festive event celebrates original work by Michigan artists and draws a steady stream of holiday shoppers, collectors, and museum-goers seeking meaningful, handmade gifts.  Admission is free, and the event is enhanced by special museum programming designed to invite visitors of all ages to explore, linger, and shop.