OPEN CALLS
Our theme for the 2025 season is EXPLORE.
What does that mean?
Our 2025 "Explore" season invites you to dive deep into the many facets of art, creativity, and self-expression. It’s about exploring what it means to be an artist, delving into the natural world, and discovering your own identity through creative practice. At the same time, we’ll reflect on how the arts have shaped and enriched our community, sparking connection and dialogue across generations and cultures. This season is all about curiosity, creativity, and the endless possibilities that come with exploration.
Come on a journey with us!
National Park Road Trip
This summer, ART 321 invites artists to join us in celebrating the beauty, history, and adventure of America’s National Parks with our National Park Road Trip exhibition. This show will feature 2D & 3D artwork inspired by the landscapes, stories, and spirit of the great outdoors.
We are seeking 2D & 3D artwork in all mediums—painting, drawing, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, photography, mixed media, fiber art, and more—that captures the essence of National Parks, road trips, and the awe-inspiring natural world. Whether you draw inspiration from towering peaks, vast deserts, winding trails, or the memories of a cross-country journey, we want to see your artistic take on the adventure!
Submission Guidelines
Open to all 2D & 3D mediums (paintings, photography, ceramic, fiber art, sculpture, mixed media, etc.).
Artwork should align with the National Park Road Trip theme.
Artists may submit up to three pieces.
All 2D work must be ready to hang WITH A WIRE upon delivery.
Open to artists nationwide.
Disclaimer: Due to high volume of submissions, pieces that do not follow ALL submission guidelines will not be accepted.
ART 321 reserves the right to exclude works that don’t align with the exhibition theme, aren’t ready to hang or display, or have noticeable damage or frame issues. We’ll do our best to support artists in preparing their pieces for gallery presentation whenever possible.
DATES TO REMEMBER: Late arrivals will not be accepted.
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Delivery Deadline: Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Artist Reception: Thursday, July 10th, 2025 at 5:30 pm
Show Dates: July 8th - July 29th
Weaving the Fabric of Time
Time is a thread that binds us all—woven into the fabric of our experiences, cultures, and lives. For our upcoming exhibit, "Weaving the Fabric of Time," Art 321 invites artists to explore fabric in all its forms, pushing the boundaries of what it means to work with textiles. This is your chance to think far beyond traditional quilting—what can you create with fabric that challenges conventions and stretches the imagination?
We’re looking for works that use fabric as a medium of expression, not just a material. This exhibit is an open call to artists who dare to innovate and experiment, transforming fabric into something entirely new. Think beyond the quilt—how can fabric tell stories, represent history, or speak to the future?
Here are a few ideas to spark your creativity:
Sweaters and Socks: Knit or crochet your memories into wearable art.
Jewelry: Can fabric be transformed into something delicate, precious, or adorned?
Painting on Fabric: Merge the worlds of fine art and textiles with mixed media techniques.
Textile Sculptures: How can fabric be shaped into forms we’ve never seen before?
Installation Art: Can fabric fill a space and immerse viewers in a tangible experience of time?
Fashion as Art: What stories can be told through clothing that stretches beyond functionality?
While we’re looking for artists who can weave together ideas, emotions, and time itself into something bold, innovative, and unexpected - we will always love traditional fabric arts and encourage you to submit them also!
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums of fabric art are welcome. Whether you work with traditional textiles, knitting, sewing, mixed media, or fabric manipulation—show us what’s possible.
Artists are encouraged to experiment with scale, material, and form. Think WAY outside the box—we want to see new perspectives on fabric as an art form.
Works can be conceptual, abstract, or narrative, interpreting the theme of "Weaving the Fabric of Time" in any way you choose.
Eligibility: Open to artists of all experience levels who are ready to stretch the limits of fabric art.
Let your imagination unravel, and let’s weave something unforgettable together.
Disclaimer: Due to high volume of submissions, pieces that do not follow ALL submission guidelines will not be accepted.
ART 321 reserves the right to exclude works that don’t align with the exhibition theme, aren’t ready to hang or display, or have noticeable damage or frame issues. We’ll do our best to support artists in preparing their pieces for gallery presentation whenever possible.
DATES TO REMEMBER: Late arrivals will not be accepted.
Submission Deadline: Tuesday, July 16th, 2025
Delivery Deadline: Saturday, July 26th, 2025
Artist Reception: Thursday, August 7th, 2025 at 5:30 pm
Show Dates: August 6th - September 27th
Postcards & Pintsized Silent Auction
Coming Soon
Under the Moon
Exploring the Lunar Phases in Art
The moon has long inspired awe, mystery, and meaning, influencing not only the tides but the rhythms of life itself. For our upcoming exhibit, "Under the Moon," Art 321 invites artists to explore the beauty, cycles, and symbolism of the moon in all its forms. We’re looking for creative interpretations of the moon’s phases and its impact on the natural world, human emotions, and spiritual journeys.
How does the moon inspire you?
Phases of the Moon: The waxing and waning moon, new beginnings, growth, reflection—how can you capture the movement through time and change?
Triple Moon Goddess: Explore the archetypes of the Crone, Mother, and Maiden, symbolizing the moon’s influence on the cycles of life, wisdom, and femininity.
Moonlight: How can you represent the moon’s luminous glow, its quiet beauty, or the stillness it brings to the night?
Cultural and Spiritual Significance: The moon has deep connections in mythology, astrology, and spirituality. How do you interpret its meanings across cultures and beliefs?
Moon and Nature: From the tides to the pull of gravity, the moon has a profound effect on the earth. Let this inspire your work in unexpected ways.
We encourage artists to think deeply about the connection between the moon, cycles, and human experience—whether through literal representations, abstract interpretations, or symbolic storytelling.
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums are welcome: painting, sculpture, mixed media, photography, textiles, and more. Let your imagination roam the night sky.
Artists are encouraged to explore the moon as a metaphor for change, reflection, and transformation.
DATES TO REMEMBER: Late arrivals will not be accepted.
Submission Deadline: Tuesday October 7th, 2025
Delivery Deadline: Saturday October 11th 2025
Artist Reception: Thursday, November 6th 2025 at 5:30 pm
Show Dates: October 21st - November 22nd
Eligibility:
This call is open to all artists, whether emerging or established, who feel drawn to the moon’s mysterious allure.
Let’s explore the cycles of life, art, and the lunar influence together.
Our theme for the 2026 season is METAMORPHOSIS.
What does that mean?
In our 2026 season, themed "Metamorphosis," we invite you to explore the captivating transformations that shape our lives, memories, and identities. This season’s exhibits delve into how we evolve, change, and rediscover ourselves through the lens of nostalgia and personal growth. Shows like "Faded Polaroids" evoke the gentle fading of memories, capturing moments that feel suspended in time, while "Through the Rearview Mirror" offers a reflective journey through life’s pivotal moments and the echoes they leave behind.
Join us as we celebrate the beauty of change, honoring the past while embracing the continuous process of becoming.
We’re looking for featured and upcoming artists to place for these months.
Exhibits will be announced soon!
COMMUNITY OPEN CALLS
WAC Professional Development Grant
This grant is specifically designed to help grow the capacity of organizations and individuals that work in, and support the arts. Projects can include but are not limited to: board development, leadership development, conference attendance, professional development training, fundraising development, strategic planning, creation of marketing plans, equipment purchases, etc.