Call for Musicians and Performers | Common Roots Fest 23
Central Minnesota Common Roots Festival held August 16-19, 2023 is a showcase celebrating and supporting grassroots talent, local businesses, beautiful art, area performers and original music! The festival is focused in downtown St. Cloud, MN.
Request to play, shine on stage, sell your stuff and volunteer with us by signing in and filling out the applications on our website! APPLY HERE
We’re now accepting applications for 2023 vendors, volunteers, drag, burlesque and other performing artists. While filling out our forms lets us know you are interested in performing, it does not guarantee participation. We give priority to performers/vendors with ties to Central Minnesota. We do our best to be as inclusive as possible.

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Call for Artists | Millstream Arts Festival
Millstream Arts Festival gives artists a venue to display and sell their work to a large, interested audience. All artwork is juried, which provides us with a higher level of quality, diversity and creativity of art on display, exemplifying the gifted artists in the region.

Participation is open to all artists working in basketry, ceramics, fibers, handmade paper, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, wood, mixed media, original two-dimensional fine arts, and literary arts. The work exhibited must be of original concept, designed and crafted by the applicant—unique art forms developed primarily for aesthetic and/or original concept rather than practical application except in cases of true folk artistry. Jurors will look for quality, originality and consistency of design. We do not accept work made from commercial molds, kits or patterns, or other commercial methods. Copyrighted designs not owned by the artist are not permitted. Commercial reproductions are not acceptable. All artwork must be presented by the artist submitting the application. Only completed applications, including artist information, work images and descriptions will be processed.

Artist space is limited. Read the complete call and  APPLY HERE!

Deadline to apply is June 15, 2023

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Call for Artists | Twin Cities Pride Festival
Twin Cities Pride desires to use the visibility and platform we have as an LGBTQ+ organization to Elevate the work and voice of local (Minnesota based) LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artist and culture bearers and Amplify their exposure in the community. We seek a mutually beneficial partnership with Artist and Culture bearers to represent their own work and represent TC Pride to our community and youth showing what is possible when living as your true self and following the passion and artistic expression deep within all of us.
In 2023, the Twin Cities Pride Festival in Loring Park & Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is estimated to bring in roughly 400,000 to 500,000 attendees. We have approximately 450 merchandise and information vendors and exhibitors and anticipate 60 food booths.

We have several opportunities for artist and those in the arts community:
•2023 Twin Cities Pride Artist in Residence with Twin Cities Pride from May 2023 – April 2024.
◦Benefits include, Booth space at the pride festival, exhibit space in the Mall of America and numerous coffee shops and breweries through-out the year, opportunity to expand many others outlined in the attached materials
◦invited to design and fabricate an ephemeral public artwork to be used as a photo backdrop in Loring Park
◦Applications deadline April 25th – apply here.
◦Attached deck explaining the program – 2023 Twin Cities Pride Call for Artist – Art Activations v-3.pdf


• Art Vendor in the Minneapolis Sculpture Gardens during the Pride Festival – June 23-25th, 2023
◦We have a limited number of Artist vendor spaces left in the Minneapolis Sculpture Gardens for Local, LGBTQ+ and/or BIPOC artist
◦Artist Vendor application here. ( Vendor FAQ: https://tcpride.org/vendor-faq/)

•Volunteer for Art Activations in Minneapolis Sculpture Gardens leading up to and during the Pride Festival June 23-25th, 2023
◦Art Activation Volunteer Application here.
◦We are planning several large-scale art activations including Candy Chang’s Before I Die, I Am…., Indigenous Dance/Pow wow and interpretation near the OKCIYAPI sculpture by Angela Two Stars. Volunteers are needed to lead, plan, fabricate and help activate these works.
◦Artist can optionally submit a proposal for an Art Activations for a one-day only ephemeral public artwork/activation for the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden on June 24th during the Pride Festival. apply here.
◦Attached deck with Art Activations – 2023 Twin Cities Pride Call for Artist – Art Activations v-3.pdf 

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Call for Proposals | Art On the Roll
If you are an artist, artesian, maker, or have a creative skill you can teach and share with others, you are the perfect person to lead an Art on the Roll workshop at Art in Motion! Every Saturday Morning in the summer, we host free, drop-in creative art activities for folks of all ages held at Art in Motion on the Lake Wobegon Trail (1400 4th St. Holdingford, MN)
Artists will receive a $200 stipend and a $50 supply budget (all distributed at the end of the workshop in one check: total $250) Artists are responsible for acquiring the materials for their workshop.
For full description and to submit a proposal, visit ART On The Roll

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Call for Artists | Art Crawl St. Cloud
Artists, musicians, performers, literary artists Apply today for the Art Crawl! One application for consideration for our June, August, and October Art Crawls.
Share your art or music, apply at artcrawlstcloud.com/artists/
Application closes May 15th, 2023.

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RFQ Public Art | City of Grand Rapids
The City of Grand Rapids Arts and Culture Commission is seeking qualified artists for an opportunity to create a sculpture at Legion Park in the Northwest Neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MN.
Those wishing to be considered should review the Request for Qualifications and submit as indicated. The budget for the sculpture is $50,000. More information about the sites will be made available to the selected artist[s].

Read the full Request for Qualifications  

Deadline: April 21, 2023
Please submit all RFQ materials via email to:  emily@macrostieartcenter.org.  All materials must be received by 4 p.m., CST, Tuesday, March 21, 2023. No RFQs will be accepted after this time. If you need clarification or further information, contact Emily Carlson at emily@macrostieartcenter.org or 218.326.2697.

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Call for Artists | Rotating Public Art Series
Eden Prairie’s Art in Public Spaces is looking for innovative artists to display existing work, create new work or propose a purposeful art happening for the Rotating Art Series. Artists retain ownership of their work unless the nature of the work prevents it or they choose to donate it to the City. Pieces are typically shown for one year, from May until May. Physical artwork must be appropriate for Minnesota’s extreme weather if exhibited outdoors; there are a few indoor locations that may be used for installations or art happenings. Stipends available ranging from $750–$2,000.

For more information visit  www.edenprairie.org/public-art/rotating-art-call-for-artists

DEADLINE: April 13, 2023

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Call for Artists | Eden Prairie Arts in the Park
Vendor applications are now open for Eden Prairie Arts in the Park held Saturday, Aug. 19 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
The City of Eden Prairie supports local and regional artists by hosting this annual event with 2,000+ attendance that showcases their artwork and promotes business. Purgatory Creek Park is located at the highly visible intersection of Technology Drive and Prairie Center Drive, across the street from the SouthWest Station transit hub and restaurants. The park features gardens, a beautiful pavilion, fountain, public art and walking trails.
For more information view the complete CALL FOR ARTISTS
Deadline to Apply is Thursday, June 1, 2023
Apply online at www.edenprairie.org/city-government/departments/parks-and-recreation/community-events/2023-arts-in-the-park-application

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The Rural Connection Fund | Upstream 
Application Deadlines:   March 3rd
We are excited to offer this really great opportunity to fund small connections between artists living 100+ miles apart. There are 3 deadlines to be entered into the lottery, with the second coming up on March 3, 2023.

Lear More at The Rural Connection Fund

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Artist Career Consultation | Springboard for the Arts
Springboard is currently offering FREE Artist Career Consultation sessions to artists and creatives in Greater MN throughout 2022.

See the roster and book time: https://springboardforthearts.org/consultants/

Book time with an Artist Career Consultant to further explore a career in the arts, navigate a new project, or get help planning for your next steps. Springboard’s Consultants all have extensive experience working professionally in the arts and mentoring others, experience with grants, marketing, project management, finance, web presence, and making a living and a life as an artist.

If you are an artist based outside of the seven county metro area, Artist Career Consultations are free for you! These consultations are supported in part by the Small Business Partnership Grant Program through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

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Call for Authors: St. Cloud or Stearns County Book
the Minnesota commissioning editor for The History Press, a publisher of local and regional history books is seeking potential authors interested in writing a St. Cloud or Stearns County book for our American Palate, Hidden History, and Lost series.
Interested persons contact, John Rodrigue, Acquisitions Editor, The History Press, 1-843-853-2070 ext 228 or email john.rodrigue@historypress.net

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Arts Administration Internship @ Franconia Sculpture Park
Franconia Sculpture Park’s Arts Administration Internship provides ‘hands-on’ immersion in the daily operations of a progressive arts organization located in the scenic St. Croix River Valley, 45 miles NE of Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN, USA. Franconia provides residence and workspace to emerging and established artists in a 43-acre sculpture park. There are two different types of administrative interns. Program interns will support Franconia’s education & public programing. The Development intern will work directly with the development manager to support fundraising campaigns. Both interns work closely with Franconia’s staff so interns have a rare opportunity to be immersed in many types of projects and work experiences. This type of internship is best suited for those interested in exploring public art, museum studies, arts administration, or nonprofit management careers. Primary responsibilities include assisting staff with day-to-day operations of the artist and education programs and may include helping with research; social networking outreach; marketing and publicity; graphic/web design; photography; database management; and assisting with activities that help promote Franconia and enhance public participation. Arts Administration Internships are unpaid and last two to four months. This internship is flexible and can be scheduled to accommodate other commitments and varying time frames. We require a commitment of at least 16 hours a week for locally based interns who commute to Franconia. Interns who stay in residence at Franconia (free room & board) contribute at least 35 hours per week. Franconia agrees to work with the intern to fulfill any necessary academic requirements and address any identified learning goals/objectives. For complete details and application instructions, visit Franconia’s website: http://www.franconia.org/artsadmin.html Contact Amber White with questions: info@franconia.org (651) 257-6668 Applications accepted on a rolling basis

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Call for Art | St Cloud Hospital Seeking artists to exhibit work in St. Cloud Hospital and CentraCare Health Plaza for the 2019 year. Artwork is hung up on a Walker Display system. The purpose of the exhibit is to help artists sell their artwork with 15% commission contributed to the St. Cloud Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary that supports programs for patients and families. Backings on any artwork must be secure. All artwork must be framed, including photographs. Each piece of artwork must have one of the enclosed cards tagged to the lower-right corner with the following information: a. Artist’s name b. Contact information c. Name of piece d. Price, including tax e. Number of piece Download the complete Procedures and Instructions for Artwork at St. Cloud Hospital Download the complete Procedures and Instructions for Artwork at CentraCare Health Plaza Artists can submit a photos of artwork via email to Melinda, melinda.fast@centracare.com. The subcommittee will review the work and accepted artists will be notified. A schedule will then be determined for exhibition.