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Open Call for Artists in Utah

Utah’s art scene is thriving for emerging and established artists alike. Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, multimedia artist, or interdisciplinary creator, these current calls for artists in Park City and beyond offer ways to exhibit your work, win commissions, and participate in local festivals, galleries, and community projects across Utah. 

  • 40 Years of Folk

    Deadline: April 17
    Call for Submissions

    Salt Lake City

    First opening as a venue for Utah folk art in 1986, the Chase Home Museum of Utah Folk Art has been a valued space of the Utah Division of Arts and Museums for 40 years. In honor of the history of the museum and the artists who have played a vital role in its journey, we are inviting all artists who have worked with our museum to submit artwork proposals for our upcoming exhibition “40 Years of Folk.” This exhibition will showcase the variety of artists involved in exhibitions and programs at our museum to commemorate the past 40 years. Learn more and apply here.

  • Colorful bus shelter with a purple and pink mountain design, black frame, and a small seating area, located outdoors with trees and a blue sky in the background.

    “Timeless Connections” Bus Shelter Art Phase II

    Deadline: May 1
    Call for Artists

    Park City

    Park City invites experienced artists and artist teams to submit proposals to create and install artwork that will enhance up to 21 bus shelters throughout Park City, celebrating the spirit of “Timeless Connections.” Learn more and apply here.

  • Davis Arts Council’s 250 and Counting

    Deadline: May 13
    Call for Submissions

    Layton

    Celebrating America’s Semiquincentennial, the Davis Arts Council’s 250 and Counting exhibition asks artists to approach this milestone not only through theme, but through artistic process. Artists working in all visual media are encouraged to interpret the idea of “250 actions” in ways that are meaningful to their individual creative practice, and as part of the submission process, artists are asked to briefly describe what constitutes an “action” in their work. Learn more here.

  • Silver Summit Services Building Exterior Art Benches

    Deadline: May 22
    Requests for Proposals

    Summit County

    SCPAAB is seeking seven artistic benches, two of which will be 8 feet, and five of which will be five feet, for the exterior of the Silver Summit Services Building. The artwork must be suitable for public viewing by all ages and the general public. Learn more and apply here.

  • In This Together

    Deadline: July 1
    Call for Artists

    Utah

    The Springville Museum of Art is looking for artists to submit work for an upcoming exhibition and opportunity: “In This Together,” a collaboration with Dr. Julianne Holt-Lunstad, whose research has shaped national and global conversations around social connection and health. At a time when loneliness and isolation are affecting our communities, this project brings art and research into conversation to explore what connection looks like and why it matters. Learn more and apply here.

  • Two people, a woman with shoulder-length hair and a man with glasses and a shaved head, are viewing and discussing colorful abstract paintings in an art gallery.

    Salt Lake Art Show

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Call for Artists

    Salt Lake City

    At the Mountain America Expo Center. From the creators of the Reno Tahoe International Art Show, the inaugural Salt Lake Art Show will debut in Sandy, UT, May 14 - 17, 2026. Apply to exhibit here. 

  • An art installation features a vibrant, patterned wallpaper covering an entire wall, with a colorful, multicolored layered artwork mounted on it. The artwork includes various shapes and patterns, surrounded by a checkered background. To the right, there is a matching patterned piece on the floor, and to the left, a small sculpture or object is also placed on the wall.

    UMOCA Projects Gallery

    Deadline: Rolling
    Call for Artists

    Salt Lake City

    Located in the front of the building, the Projects Gallery is the first exhibition room that visitors encounter when coming to the Utah Museum of Contemporary Art. Dedicated solely to exhibitions by contemporary artists living in Utah, this gallery will provide a professional exhibition experience for the artist(s). Learn more and apply here.

  • An art gallery with a rust-colored wall displaying various abstract paintings and framed artworks, with seating along the wall and a polished marble floor.

    Snow Horse Gallery Exhibit

    Deadline: Rolling
    Call for Artists

    Layton

    The Davis Arts Council is seeking local artists to exhibit their work in the Snow Horse Galleries, located at the Davis Conference Center and the Intermountain Layton Hospital. They are seeking a wide range of mediums and subjects, and are open to various levels of experience and expertise. Learn more and apply here.

Grants, Residencies & Fellowships

There are countless opportunities for Utah artists to grow, create, and gain recognition. From competitive grants that fund projects to residencies that provide time and space for deep creative focus, and fellowships that honor artistic achievement, these programs help both emerging and established artists take their work to the next level. Explore the options available and find the support that can bring your next project to life.

  • The Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant

    Deadline: May 6
    Call for Writers

    United States

    This grant supports emerging and established writers who write about contemporary visual art. Ranging from $15,000 to $50,000 in four categories—articles, books, short-form writing, and translation—the grants support projects addressing both general and specialized art audiences, from short reviews for magazines and newspapers to in-depth scholarly studies. Learn more here.

  • Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants

    Deadline: May 12
    Grant

    United States

    Rauschenberg Medical Emergency Grants provide one-time grants of up to $5,000 for recent unexpected medical, dental, and mental health emergencies to artists in financial need who are creating in the visual arts, film/video/electronic/digital arts, and choreography. Learn more here.

  • "Living Traditions: Folk Art and Beyond Grant

    Deadline: Rolling until June 30

    Creative West

    This grant celebrates and invests in the cultural practices and creative expressions that connect communities across the Creative West region.

    Living traditions are cultural practices rooted in community life—passed down through generations, adapted over time, and continually reimagined to meet the needs of the present. They encompass—but are not limited to—folk and traditional arts, craft, music, dance, foodways, oral traditions, storytelling, spiritual practices, and the everyday creative expressions that embody identity, belonging, and resilience. Learn more and apply here.

  • National Endowment for the Arts’ Principal Grants

    Deadline: July 9

    United States

    The NEA is committed to supporting excellent arts projects for the benefit of all Americans. Activities funded through Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) enable Americans throughout the nation to experience the arts, foster and celebrate America’s artistic heritage and cultural legacy, and benefit from arts education at all stages of life. They also support arts and health programs, including creative arts therapies, that advance the well-being of people and communities. Learn more and apply here.

  • A man and girl looking at artifacts or exhibits in a museum display case.

    America 250 Art Project Sponsorship Opportunity

    Deadline: Rolling
    Call for Artists

    United States

    On July 4, 2026, America will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the nation’s principles of equality, liberty, and government by consent of the governed. The Utah Division of Arts & Museums will be sponsoring art projects and events with art components across the state that celebrate America 250 in 2026. Apply here.

  • Pollock-Krasner Foundation Grants

    Deadline: Rolling
    Grant

    United States

    For four decades, Pollock-Krasner Foundation grants have enabled visual artists to create new work, purchase needed materials, cover studio rent, and more. Past recipients of Pollock-Krasner Foundation grants have shared that this support is critical in allowing concentrated time for studio work, preparation for exhibitions, and other professional opportunities. Grants for artists are unrestricted and can be used in any way that allows an artist to meaningfully pursue their practice. Learn more here.

  • Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants

    Deadline: Rolling
    Grant

    United States

    Foundation for Contemporary Arts Emergency Grants support the confirmed, public presentation of completed experimental work through performances, exhibitions, screenings, poetry readings, installations, and more. Projects at artist-run and non-commercial spaces are, in most cases, eligible. Learn more here.

Youth Opportunities

There’s a place for young artists here in Utah—and there are countless programs and competitions to help youth forge their own creative path. The youth opportunities in Summit County and other Utah regions help students explore their talents, develop new skills, refine their techniques and art media, and gain recognition for their work across the state.

  • Digital painting of a canyon with tall red-orange cliffs, green bushes, and a river flowing through the valley, under a light sky.

    Celebrate the West

    Deadline: April 24
    Call for Youth Artists

    Western U.S.

    Celebrate the West is a juried art competition open to high school students (grades 9–12) across Western Governors’ Association states and territories, inviting original two-dimensional artwork inspired by life in the West. Students compete for cash prizes, state and overall recognition, and the opportunity to have their work exhibited online and at the Western Governors’ Association annual meeting. Learn more and apply here.

  • A male wood duck swimming in a pond, with a green banner at the top saying 'U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service' and the text '2025-2026 Junior Duck Stamp' at the bottom.

    Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest

    Deadline: Varies by State
    Call for Youth Artists

    United States

    Open to students in kindergarten through grade 12, the Junior Duck Stamp Art Contest combines art and conservation by encouraging young artists to depict native North American waterfowl and their habitats. The program culminates in state and national recognition, scholarships, and exhibitions. Learn more here.

Arts Education & Resources

Looking to refine your creative skills or find a new hobby? Cities across Utah offer classes, workshops, and community programs for artists of all ages and experience levels. From hands-on studio courses to lecture series and online resources, these opportunities provide guidance, inspiration, and the tools you need to grow as a creator. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned artist, there’s something here to spark your creativity and keep you learning.

  • Tanner Dance Summer Workshop

    Workshop
    June 15-19

    Salt Lake City

    Tanner Dance is offering a three-day summer teacher workshop, June 15-19. Come explore incorporating dance and visual art with math, science, language arts, and social studies. The workshop will explore teaching dance and visual art in a K-6 setting and offer lesson plans that integrate the arts into core subjects. Learn more here.

  • Professional Learning Workshop for Utah Jr High & High School Dance Educators

    Workshop
    June 22, 23, and 24

    Salt Lake City

    RDT's Artistic Staff and Dancers will provide an In-Depth workshop focused on providing teachers with the skills to teach their students about the American modern dance pioneers and all the groundbreaking modern choreographers who followed in their footsteps. Learn more here.

  • Hands shaping clay on a pottery wheel.

    Kimball Art Center Art Education

    In Person Classes
    Ongoing

    Park City

    Kimball Art Center offers year-round classes in a variety of visual arts, including painting, drawing, wheel-thrown and hand-built ceramics, welding, painting, and more! They also offer one-time workshops, and children’s classes and camps. See their complete list of classes, workshops, and camps here.

  • A woman with tattoos on her arm writing on paper with a pen at a desk.

    Taxes for Artists

    Online Course
    Ongoing

    Online

    Learn essentials for managing taxes as an artist—including filing requirements, income and expense tracking, common deductions, and when to work with an accountant. Get started here.

  • Cover slide for a presentation titled "Grow Your Business Plan" by Craft Lake City Academy, featuring topics like Tragic Girls, Mochi Kids, City of Industry, Mineral and Matter, and Copperhive Vintage.

    Grow Your Business Plan

    Online Course
    Ongoing

    Virtual

    The Grow Your Business Plan Bundle is a five-part, online program taught by creatives that equips emerging entrepreneurs with practical tools to launch, refine, or scale a creative business. Participants gain step-by-step guidance in branding, sales, customer service, and financial management. Learn more here.

  • Flyer advertising Craft Lake City Business Academy's 5-week course on financing the future, happening Tuesdays from 4:00 to 5:30 PM, October 7 through November 4, for $100. The flyer features an image of a person typing on a laptop and another writing in a notebook, with logos of involved organizations at the bottom.

    Financing the Future

    5-Week Class: Fall 2026
    Tuesdays 4-5:30pm

    Salt Lake City

    Financing the Future, presented by Celtic Bank, is a five-week, in-person Business Academy course designed to help creative entrepreneurs refine their pitch, strengthen financials, navigate loan options, and plan for sustainable growth. The program is limited to 15 participants. Pre-register here.

  • A silver saxophone placed on sheet music with musical notes.

    Utah Conservatory

    Private Lessons
    Ongoing

    Park City

    Take group or private classes in voice, acting, music theory and composition, and a variety of wood and string instruments. Utah Conservatory also offers instrument rentals and workshops. Find all classes and lessons here.

  • Living Folk Arts Education Series

    Workshop
    Ongoing

    Utah

    The Living Folk Arts Education workshop series is accepting applications. This free program allows folk artists from the UA&M Teaching Artists roster to offer hands-on workshops to schools and community groups around the state. Groups can select from a wide range of traditional arts workshops taught by Utah folk artists. You can hold a workshop at the Chase Home Museum in Salt Lake City or arrange to have the artist come to your location. Learn more here.

  • Book a Visit from the Utah Poet Laureate

    Appearance Request
    Ongoing

    Utah

    Are you interested in a reading or workshop with Utah Poet Laureate Lisa Bickmore for your school or community group? Requests are honored based on the nature of the request and the availability of the Poet Laureate. Learn more about booking an appearance here.

Jobs, Internships & Volunteer Roles

Get involved in the local arts and culture scene with Utah’s numerous job, internship, and volunteer openings. Gain experience, build skills, and contribute to the regional creative community. Paid positions, internships, and volunteer roles with galleries, museums, and arts organizations provide hands-on experience, expand professional networks, and help support the region’s vibrant creative scene.

  • Summer Events & Community Engagement Internship

    Deadline: May 8
    Internship

    Park City

    The Arts Council of Park City & Summit County is seeking Summer Events & Community Engagement Interns to help us with event volunteer management, survey collection, event planning, event operations support, marketing, and community outreach.

    Learn More

  • Park City Film Roles

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Various Roles

    Park City

    Park City Film is looking to add key positions in Operations, Tech and Marketing as we look to expand our programming to fill the cultural gap created by the departure of the Sundance Film Festival.

    Apply Here

  • Park City Municipal

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Public Art Advisory Board

    Park City

    The Public Art Advisory Board is comprised of Park City residents with strong arts-related backgrounds, dedicated to enriching and connecting the Park City community through visual art in public spaces. Community insights are essential to our success as we work to inspire a vibrant, engaged community that celebrates Park City’s rich history, culture, and environment.

    For 2026, they are actively recruiting new members to join the board, bringing fresh perspectives and energy to help us bring this vision to life! There are five, three year terms available to fill.

    Apply Here

  • Park City Opera

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Various Roles

    Park City

    Park City Opera is looking for thoughtful, driven collaborators who care deeply about the performing arts and want to help build something ambitious, joyful, and truly distinctive.

    Team members work alongside PCO’s co-founding leadership to power a fast-paced season featuring two fully staged mainstage operas and dozens of concerts and community events. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience inside a growing company where initiative is valued, collaboration is constant, and every project contributes to the bigger picture of building a lasting cultural home for opera.

    Apply Here
  • Hands shaping clay on a pottery wheel.

    Kimball Art Center Roles

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Various Roles

    Park City

    The Kimball Art Center is looking to fill various roles! These include summer camp art instructor, teen summer camp counselor, clay instructor, and more.

    Apply Here

  • Park City Museum Volunteer

    Deadline: Rolling
    Various Roles

    Park City

    The Park City Museum offers a wide range of volunteer opportunities for you to help preserve, protect, and promote the rich history and heritage of Park City. We wouldn’t be able to do all we do without our amazing and valuable volunteer base!

    Apply Here

“Now art should never try to be popular. The public should try to make itself artistic.”

— OSCAR WILDE