Guides for artists

Calls for artists closing this month

A live, auto-updating roundup of open calls, residencies, grants, and fairs with deadlines this month, sorted by soonest.

How to find calls for artists

Where artists actually look, what to weigh before you enter, and how to size up a call before you pay to enter.

How to find artist residencies

The types of residency, where to look, and how to tell a great fit from an expensive one before you apply.

How to find art grants

The kinds of funding that exist, who gives it out (arts councils, foundations, government), and how to qualify.

Finding calls for artists: FAQ

Quick answers to the questions artists ask most: where to look, entry fees, residencies near you, and how to submit your art.

Glossary of art opportunity terms

Plain-language definitions: open call, juried show, residency, grant, fellowship, entry fee, commission, and more.