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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. 

  • CREATE Pride – Art & Community Event

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Call for Artists

    Park City

    The Arts Council of Park City & Summit County is now accepting applications for CREATE Pride – Art & Community, a curated exhibition and pop-up art market showcasing our local artist collective and the vibrant diversity of our community. In recognition of June Pride, the Arts Council will present its second annual CREATE Pride event, highlighting the creativity and contributions of Utah’s LGBTQIA+ artists. Artists with collections available for sale are encouraged to apply. Learn more and apply here.

  • Art for Stardust Sustainables Bags

    Deadline: June 30
    Request for Proposals

    Park City

    Stardust Sustainables is inviting designs from the Park City art community to design the following: An image depicting Park City, along with text that includes Shop Like a Local, and Park City. Submit designs via email to info@stardust.earth.

    This image will be printed on our reusable/biodegradable bags which are made of Jute. They have a lot of texture, so please avoid tiny details. The printable area on the bags is 9”x9”. The image will be screen printed, so use solid colors. You may use 4 colors, consider using the bag as your 5 th color. Sign your artwork, it will be printed on the bags.

    Any QUESTIONS: must be submitted by June 4, 2026. Please submit as an Adobe, EPS or PDJ file. Also include a PDF file.

  • 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.

  • Utah Original Writing Competition

    Deadline: July 1
    Call for Writers

    Utah

    Since 1958, our Utah Original Writing Competition has awarded Utah writers for works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry in a variety of forms. The competition’s mission is to aid Utah writers on their path to publication and broader recognition. There is no entry fee, and it is open to all Utah residents age 18 and over. The competition opens May 25 and closes July 1. Learn more and apply here.

  • Jordan River Parkway

    Deadline: July 5
    Request for Qualifications

    Salt Lake City

    The Salt Lake City Arts Council, in collaboration with Salt Lake City’s Departments of Public Utilities and Public Lands, seeks to commission four (4) Utah artists or artist-led teams to create original, site-specific murals for the Jordan River Parkway in the Rose Park neighborhood. The Jordan River Parkway is the longest paved urban trail in the United States. Learn more and apply here.

  • Statewide Annual UT ’26

    Deadline: July 9
    Call for Artwork

    Utah

    Now accepting artwork submissions from all Utah artists, for this year’s exhibition, hosted by Utah Valley University Museum of Art at Lakemount, Dec. 8, 2026 - March 13, 2027. Submissions must follow the theme of this year’s exhibition: Mixed Media, Works on Paper, and Installation. Nearly $10,000 will be awarded, and each artist will be paid a $150 honorarium for each artwork selected for exhibition. Learn more and apply here.

  • Swaner & UNPS Native Plant Art Exhibit

    Deadline: July 10
    Call for Art

    Park City
    The Utah Native Plant Society aims to bring attention to the incredible plants that are native to Utah. We believe art is a powerful way to create appreciation for and awareness of the plants and ecosystems that enrich and sustain our lives. Hosted by Swaner Preserve and Eco Center in Park City, Utah. Learn more and apply here.

  • Backyard Film Bash

    Deadline: August 14
    Call for Entries

    Salt Lake City

    Spy Hop’s Backyard Film Bash is a national short film competition and outdoor festival celebrating emerging voices and original stories. At its heart is the 7-Minute Film Challenge: Create something bold, make it under 7 minutes, and utilize this year’s required signature item: salt. Twelve finalists will be selected for premiere screenings at the Backyard Film Bash to compete for cash prizes in front of a live audience. 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.

  • "Living Traditions: Folk Art and Beyond Grant

    Deadline: Rolling until June 30
    Grant

    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
    Grant

    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.

  • 2027 Native Performing Arts Fellowship

    Deadline: July 15
    Fellowship

    United States

    The First Peoples Fund Native Performing Arts Fellowship supports emerging and established Native performing artists to develop and enhance their skills and knowledge of their craft. This fellowship provides grants of up to $10,000 for Native individuals who practice or work within the performing arts landscape (theater, dance, music, etc.). Applicants are expected to create a proposal centered around artistic career goals. Learn more here.

  • ArtsAccess at Utah State University

    Deadline: Open Until Filled
    Residency

    Sandy

    ArtsAccess at Utah State University is seeking an Artist-in-Residence to support the growth in arts inclusion programming at Union Middle School in Canyons School District, Sandy, Utah. Canyons has an arts inclusion initiative that utilizes the arts to support social engagement and social learning in and through the arts. Learn more 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.

  • The Institute of Museum and Library Services Grants

    Deadline: Varies
    Grants

    United States

    The Institute of Museum and Library Services is now accepting applications for its FY26 discretionary grant cycle. There are a number of museum grant programs to be aware of. IMLS is committed to advancing, supporting, and empowering America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. 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.

  • 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.

  • National Student Arts Leadership Conference

    Conference
    July 24-26

    Washington DC

    The National Art Education Association invites current and rising high school students from across the country to the National Student Arts Leadership Conference: Empowering Future Creative Leaders! This event is July 24 - July 26 in Washington, D.C. 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, 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.

  • 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.

  • Professional Development Webinar Series

    Workshops
    Ongoing

    Online

    Creative West is offering a Capacity Building Webinar Series, a year-long lineup of free professional development workshops for artists and arts organizations. Join them on the second Tuesday of each month from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Learn more and register here.

  • An AI Roadmap for Nonprofit Arts and Culture Organizations

    Resource
    Ongoing

    United States

    The DeVos Institute of Arts and Nonprofit Management is offering “An AI Roadmap for Nonprofit Arts and Culture Organizations.” Submit a request for the form 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.

  • Summit County Heritage and Landmark Commission

    Deadline: Rolling Until Filled
    Advisory Board

    Summit County

    The Summit County Council is seeking three individuals to fill vacancies on the Summit County Heritage and Landmark Commission, dealing with historic preservation. An applicant must be a registered voter within Summit County or an officer or employee of Summit County. This is a voluntary public service position; meetings are scheduled at Summit County Buildings quarterly on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October at 4:00 pm.

    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