The Arts Commission takes pride in serving and connecting the general public and local artists with information and opportunities. Below you will find opportunities for area artists of all ages and skill levels to further their education, advance their skill sets, connect with other creatives and and get involved in the community.
Support System
The Arts Commission offers additional tools, services, and consultation to those seeking a creative life in Toledo. From connecting with other creatives to accessing educational or professional development workshops to finding opportunities to show and sell artwork, we are here to help.
ACCELERATOR GRANT PROGRAM
The Arts Commission values the many artists across disciplines who contribute vibrancy to Toledo. The Accelerator Grant is a competitive program offering financial support with quick turn-around for artists to advance their creative projects, thereby advancing their careers. Eligible categories of support include: equipment, supplies, professional development and project support. Grant amounts are not to exceed $1500.
The Arts Commission commends local artists who dedicate many hours and personal resources to advancing their artform. The Merit Award program recognizes outstanding individual local artists – literary, performing and visual. A panel of renowned artists and cultural leaders from other Midwest communities make recommendations for funding to the Arts Commission staff and board. The Merit Award program not only presents the potential for monetary benefits for the artists applying but also valuable exposure to the invited review panelists and the art communities they represent.
The Arts Commission believes that honest conversations with artists are the basis for our staff to have the insight needed to best serve and elevate the creative community. We want to collaborate with artists to design and carry out impactful programming and work towards making more favorable conditions for creativity in Toledo. Please take a moment to share the current needs, successes and challenges in your creative work in the below survey.
The Arts Commission supports area teens through our Young Artists at Work (YAAW) and Congressional Exhibition programs. By creating opportunities to show work and fostering environments for learning and collaboration, we are dedicated to inspiring the youth of our city's future to dream big, create big, and become active and engaged artists in our community.
For artists who are interested in selling goods at various shows and markets throughout the state of Ohio you will need to obtain a Transient Vendors License (TVL) for the legal collection of state sales tax. The State offers licenses for an initial fee of $25. There are both paper and online formats of the application. After setting up an Ohio Business Gateway account, you can use this portal to digitally apply for the TVL on the spot, in addition to finding details on how to collect, report and pay sales tax.
For artists who are interested in busking - a.k.a. street performing - the City of Toledo offers an opportunity for official licensure. By obtaining an official City of Toledo Street Performing License, artists are legally allowed to collect tips for their performances on public/City property. The City offers licenses for an initial fee of $20, and just $5 to renew each following year. Licenses are valid from January through December each year.
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Call For Artist
115 Gallery Windows at The Ann Arbor Art Center
Artists or artist-led teams are invited to submit site-specific installation proposals for The Ann Arbor Art Center’s 115 Gallery Windows.
Call For Artist
115 Gallery Windows at The Ann Arbor Art Center
Artists or artist-led teams are invited to submit site-specific installation proposals for The Ann Arbor Art Center’s 115 Gallery Windows. The alcove windows comprise both sides of the entrance facing Liberty Street and allow for a front and side view into the two spaces. Candidates must propose installations that activate both alcoves and engage the street-level audience.
Submissions are accepted in any artistic discipline including mixed-media installation, digital media, or performance, in addition to traditional modes of art-making such as painting, photography, textiles, ceramics, or sculpture. Selected projects will strongly consider the context and location of the gallery windows as well as the relationship of the work to the viewing audience. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed by the Art Center’s Gallery team each month. Works must be original within the last year and must not have been previously shown in any exhibition at the Ann Arbor Art Center.
Submission Requirements:
-Brief description of the proposed project. Include details of artwork materials, hardware necessary for installation and approximate dimensions.
-3-5 images in any combination of reference, in-process, or sketches.
5 Opportunity Sites Every Artist Should Know About
Get greater access to calls for artists, workshops and residencies, grants, and much more.
Workshops + Resources
5 Opportunity Sites Every Artist Should Know About
Looking for your next artist opportunity? Don’t want to sift through countless websites to find it? From juried shows and art festivals to public art commissions and residencies, it can be hard to know where to search.
Find arts administration listings across the nation.
Employment Opportunities
Americans for the Arts Job Bank
American for the Arts is the national advocacy group for the National Endowment for the Arts. They feature a job bank on their site with listings of arts administration-related positions available across the nation.
Artists or Artist-led teams are invited to submit site-specific installation proposals for the Ann Arbor Art Center’s Aquarium Gallery, an experimental micro gallery designed to showcase site-specific installations that engage with a street-level audience.
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Aquarium Gallery at the Ann Arbor Art Center
Artists or Artist-led teams are invited to submit site-specific installation proposals for the Ann Arbor Art Center’s Aquarium Gallery. The Aquarium is an experimental micro gallery designed to showcase site-specific installations that engage with a street-level audience. The street-facing gallery is comprised of a large window space measuring approximately 6' x 6' x 1' located near the corner of Ashley and Liberty streets in downtown Ann Arbor.
Submissions are accepted in any artistic discipline including mixed-media installation, sound, digital media, or performance, in addition to traditional modes of art-making such as painting, photography, textiles, ceramics, or sculpture. Previous successful projects have strongly considered the context and location of the Aquarium Gallery as well as the relationship of the work to the viewing audience.
Aquarium Gallery proposals are accepted on a rolling basis and are reviewed by the Art Center’s Gallery team each month. Works must be original within the previous year and must not have been previously shown in any exhibition at the Ann Arbor Art Center.
Submission Requirements:
-Brief description of the proposed project. Include details of artwork materials, hardware necessary for installation and approximate dimensions.
-3-5 images in any combination of reference, in-process, or sketches. Images should
-Artist biography and cv as a single document.
-Artist contact information and links to website and social media pages
The Art Supply Depo offers a regular schedule of classes and workshops.
Workshops + Resources
Art Supply Depo offers a variety workshops
The Art Supply Depo offers some of Toledo's most diverse courses in fine arts. Check the schedule to see what's coming up!
DRINK & DRAW - First Tuesday of every month from 7 - 10 PM. $10, ages 18 and over. It's simple: we provide you with a model and music, you bring your own beer or wine, ideas and drawing supplies. Get together and draw, have creative dialogue, drink and collaborate. All media welcome. Register for any sessions in advance at www.artsupplydepo.com.
Application Deadlines: June 1 annually; December 1 annually
The Artists with Disabilities Access Program provides funding that gives individual artists with disabilities – and organizations that serve them – the resources they need to further their artistic development.
Call For Artist
Artists with Disabilities Access Program
Application Deadlines: June 1 annually; December 1 annually
The Artists with Disabilities Access Program (ADAP) provides funding that gives individual artists with disabilities – and organizations that serve them – the resources they need to further their artistic development. Creative expression by artists of all abilities is essential to building dynamic and diverse communities throughout Ohio, and developing an artistic career is a long-term process. ADAP awards help artists with disabilities advance their artistic practices, making Ohio a more accessible and inclusive place to build an artistic career.
GRANT AWARDS: Grants are awarded to individual artists at both the emerging artist level ($500) and professional artist level ($1,000), with no match required. Organizational applicants may request between $1,000 and $3,000, a 1:1 cash match is required.
NOTE: For the purposes of the ADAP program, emerging artists are individuals who have consistently worked in their chosen art form for more than three years, have demonstrated strong artistic potential, and want to develop their careers. Professional artists are individuals who devote a major portion of their time to creating, practicing, performing, or teaching any of the arts.
ELIGIBILITY: All applying artists must: • Be an Ohio resident (the OAC defines an Ohio resident as someone who spends at least eight months of the year living and working in Ohio), and, if awarded funding, remain a resident during the grant period • Have exhibited, performed, or published work as an artist within the past five years • Have a disability (per Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) guidelines) • Not be a student enrolled in any degree- or certificate-granting program Both creative and performing artists who have a disability and are residents of Ohio may apply to this program. The OAC uses the definition of disability contained in Sec. 12102 of the ADA, as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (P.L. 110-325), which went into effect on January 1, 2009. This act is available online: ada.gov/pubs/ada.htm.
All applying organizations must be based in Ohio, serve Ohio artists, and possess nonprofit status or nonprofit intent. Applicants need not be registered with the IRS as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
APPLICATION DEADLINES: June 1 annually (for activities taking place July 15—next June 30) and, if program funds are not expended, December 1 annually (for activities taking place January 15—June 30)
STAFF CONTACTS Brianna Dance Organizational Investment Coordinator for organizations in the Eastern Region brianna.dance@oac.ohio.gov 614-728-4427
Jim Szekacs Organizational Investment Coordinator for organizations in the Western Region, and Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, and Lorain counties jim.szekacs@oac.ohio.gov 614-728-4449
The City of Sandusky is seeking a lighting artist to partner with a lighting company, electrical company, electrical contractor, or a lighting team, to create artistic lighting for the Hayes Avenue Underpass. This Underpass Gateway Lighting Project would ideally be the first initial step prior to a larger Neighborhood Gateway Lighting Project which would be a citywide initiative to transform underpasses, and structures, which currently divide neighborhoods by impeding walkability, into spaces of connection.
Call For Artist
Call for Artists - City of Sandusky
Deadline December 3, 2019
The City of Sandusky is seeking a lighting artist to partner with a lighting company,
electrical company, electrical contractor, or a lighting team, to create artistic lighting for
the Hayes Avenue Underpass, as well as a possible second location at the Columbus
Avenue Underpass, these locations have been recommended through the Neighborhood
Initiative, Public Art and Placemaking Master Plan and other planning initiatives.
This Underpass Gateway Lighting Project would ideally be the first initial step prior to a
larger Neighborhood Gateway Lighting Project which would be a citywide initiative to
transform underpasses, and structures, which currently divide neighborhoods by
impeding walkability, into spaces of connection. Through an upgrade of lighting the
spaces could create safer and more inspiring spaces.
Phase I of this citywide initiative will address the underpass located on Hayes Avenue
near the former American Crayon site, with the possibility of Columbus Avenue as well,
dependent on funding. Responses to this RFP should specifically focus on the requested
needs set forth within this document and should include a detailed proposal for the
underpasses with the abilities of a lighting company to creating a lighting package that
could be installed at all Phase I locations. Selection for Phase I does not guarantee
participation by lighting company, electrical company, or a lighting team in subsequent
phases of the project.
The City seeks to build community through artworks and exhibitions that assist with
creative placemaking; expanding the community’s access and engagement to public
space and impacting people in a positive way on a daily basis.
Call for Artists - Marathon Center for the Performing Arts
Open call for solo and group exhibitions in 2021
Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA) is Northwest Ohio’s premier destination for diverse
arts programming, education and entertainment. The Fisher/Wall Gallery is located on the second floor
of the MCPA, and is visible from the grand foyer through a curved wall of windows in the gallery. The
gallery committee for the Fisher/Wall Gallery seeks to spotlight a wide variety of artists, both
established and emerging, working in any media.
Call For Artist
Call for Artists - Marathon Center for the Performing Arts
Open call for solo and group exhibitions in 2021
This is an open call for solo and group exhibition proposals for the Fisher/Wall Gallery at the Marathon Center for the Performing Arts in Findlay, Ohio.
Marathon Center for the Performing Arts (MCPA) is Northwest Ohio’s premier destination for diversearts programming, education and entertainment. The Fisher/Wall Gallery is located on the second floor of the MCPA, and is visible from the grand foyer through a curved wall of windows in the gallery. The gallery committee for the Fisher/Wall Gallery seeks to spotlight a wide variety of artists, both established and emerging, working in any media.
Requirements:
Please email the following items as attachments (not in the body of the email) to wquanrud@MCPA.org with the subject line MCPA Exhibition Proposal . Please put your name, address and phone number in the body of the email.
1. Current CV/resume
2. Artist Statement about the work to be displayed (no longer than 1 page)
• If a group proposal, The Artist Statement should explain how the different artists’ works are related and why they are being grouped together into a single exhibition.
3. Image list
• Please number images to correspond to their image names (see below).
• Please list media and dimensions (LxW – include depth for 3D work).
• If a group proposal, please include the name of the artist that made each work.
4. 3-5 images of artworks from the body of work to be displayed.
• If not the same works, images submitted must at least be representative of the body of work that the artist intends to display.
• If submitting a group proposal, please submit 3-4 works by each of the artists to be included in the show. As with solo proposals, these works must be representative of the works each artist intends to display, if not the same exact works.
• Images should be in .jpeg form.
• Please resize images to 72 dpi and make sure that the longest dimension is no longer than 1040 pixels.
• Please rename images as follows: Lastname_First Initial_# on Image List (Example: Quanrud_J_1.jpg).
Please direct any questions to: Wenda Quanrud at wquanrud@MCPA.org Or 419-423-2787 ext. 109
Please note: Work included in an exhibition at the Fisher/Wall Gallery must be small enough to fit through a set of standard double doors. The gallery is on the third floor, so work must also be able to fit in the elevator or be carried up the stairs. The gallery has 10 pedestals of varied sizes and can obtain more if necessary
Call For Artist
Call for Artists - Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival
Deadline February 24, 2020
The Sylvania Franciscans welcome artists and crafts people to apply for inclusion in the Second Annual Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival, March 28, 2020.
Call For Artist
Call for Artists - Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival
Deadline February 24, 2020
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 24, 2020 BOOTH FEE DUE: FEBRUARY 24, 2020 SYLVANIA FRANCISCAN SPRING ART FESTIVAL DATE: SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2020
CALL FOR ARTISTS
CALL | The Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival is an indoor show located at the Franciscan Center in Sylvania, Ohio.
STANDARDS | All work displayed for sale must be of the artist’s original design and created by the submitting artist. Work should demonstrate skill and mastery of the medium. All work must be available for purchase.
ENTRIES | Work will be evaluated by committee based on two (2) JPEG images submitted by the artist with an accompanying image of the artist's booth display. The Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival may limit the number of artists accepted in each category in order to present a balanced show. BOOTH FEE | $60. Booths measure 8' x 6.' A limited number of 10 x 10 double booths are available for $100.
RULES | Courteous behavior is expected of all show participants.
ACCOMMODATIONS | The on-campus Regina Spirituality & Conference Center will offer artists a limited number of rooms for $50.00 per night.
CONTACT | Sylvania Franciscan Spring Art Festival Coordinator, Jana Whitmoreat jwhitmore@sistersosf.org or 419-824-3749.
The Sculpture Center is seeking applicants for its 2021 Revealed Emerging Artist Series (formerly Window to Sculpture or W2S) with an open Call to Artists. Founded in 1989 The Sculpture Center fosters and promotes the careers of exceptional sculptors during the first ten years of their profession.
Call For Artist
Call for Artists - The Sculpture Center
Deadline: January 6, 2020
The Sculpture Center is seeking applicants for its 2021 Revealed Emerging Artist Series (formerly Window to Sculpture or W2S) with an open Call to Artists. Founded in 1989 The Sculpture Center fosters and promotes the careers of exceptional sculptors during the first ten years of their profession.
4-6 artists are chosen annually for one-person exhibitions in one of two galleries, and new this year, a mixed-use outdoor courtyard with a group catalogue (if funding is available). The 6-7 week long exhibitions will be held January 2021-May 2021. The staff of The Sculpture Center work closely with the artist throughout the development of the exhibition, but do not make studio visits unless requested to do so by the artist.
THE RESPONSIBILITIES
The Artist develops work for either a 1,000 or 700 sq foot gallery, or a mixed-use outdoor courtyard, none of which can support heavy weight on the walls or from the ceiling. Outdoor work must be able to withstand the elements. The artist is responsible for transportation of the artwork, installation, de-installation, insurance during transportation, provision of exhibition technical equipment, and personal housing, if needed. The Sculpture Center provides limited assistance during installation and de-installation, limited exhibition equipment, fine arts insurance while the artwork is on the premises, all publicity, professional photography of the exhibition, and a catalog (if funding is available). The Sculpture Center provides a small stipend to assist with travel or materials, but cannot provide additional funding. The artist visits The Sculpture Center by fall 2021 and develops a workable installation schedule with the Executive Director. The artist gives an informal artist talk at the opening, which may be a dialogue with another artist of staff member of The Sculpture Center.
ELIGIBILITY
The artist of stand-alone sculpture, installation, expanded media, relational aesthetics, or performance must have an Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia, western Pennsylvania, western New York, or Ontario, Canada connection, by birth, residency, or education, but does not need to be currently living in the area. By the application deadline, January 6, 2020, the artist must have completed his/her schooling (B.A. or M.A.), apprenticeship, or period of equivalent self-taught experience by at least one year and be no more than ten years from schooling graduation date into his/her career. The artist may not be attending school at the time of the exhibition. If a sculptor chosen for the Revealed Emerging Artist Series enters an art school before the exhibition, he/she forfeits the exhibition opportunity, but may reapply, with preference given, upon graduation. Submitted images or videos should be of sculpture, installation, other expanded media, etc., that indicate current work and, if possible, the nature of the proposed Revealed exhibition. The Revealed exhibition requires the creation of a new body of work or significant further development of a current body of work.
Questions? Call 216-229-6527 or email info@sculpturecenter.org
Call For Artist
Call for Artists in all Media: Gathered Glassblowing Studio
Featured Artist Opportunity
Gathered Glassblowing Studio is searching for a diversity of artists working in varied media to be considered for Featured Artist representation during The Arts Commission Art Loops from the months of July-December 2019.
Call For Artist
Call for Artists in all Media: Gathered Glassblowing Studio
Featured Artist Opportunity
CALL FOR ARTISTS! Gathered Glassblowing Studio is searching for a diversity of artists working in varied media to be considered for Featured Artist representation during The Arts Commission Art Loops from the months of July-December 2019. Interested parties should submit 7-10 images of their work to Gallery Coordinator Ian J. Welch via email: ian@gatheredglass.com
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Call for Female Veteran Artists
Heritage Made Hero, LLC is looking for female veterans with art and/or craft products to fill a gap in their product offering.
Call For Artist
Call for Female Veteran Artists
Heritage Made Hero, LLC has partnered with Jack Daniels to offer products designed, created, built or assembled by veterans. The veterans are paid for their work, and proceeds from sales also benefit veterans and their families. The products will be offered at the White House gift shop, the George W. Bush Museum, the 82nd Airborne Museum, VA canteens, and on the Veteran Market website. The Veteran Market is launching in April 2017 and will be a central nexus for veteran and military spouse verified business owners to showcase their products and services. Heritage Made Hero, LLC is looking for female veterans with art and/or craft products to fill a gap in their product offering.
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios are seeking male and female models of all body types and ages over 18 years old on Wednesday evenings. No experience required.
Employment Opportunities
Call for Models
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios are seeking male and female models (undraped) of all body types and ages over 18 years old. Sessions are Wednesdays 6-9pm and no experience is required. Models will be paid $16/hr.
Each Wednesday drawing is divided into two 65 minute segments. The first is short, 1-2 min. poses. Then extending the length through 5, 10 and 15 minutes and finish with a 30 minute pose. The last segment is a single 65 minute long pose. Models must be able to hold poses for long periods of time as well as arrive punctually to sessions. Life Drawing is located at Tholepin Press and Studios, 210 Elm St, just North of Downtown, along the river.
If interested, message Paul Geiger, on Facebook or on the “Life Drawing at Tholepin Press” Facebook page. Prospective models may also contact Paul Geiger at (419) 243-4944
seeking proposals from local artists in all mediums
THE Modern Dance Co. seeks guest artists for the upcoming showcase season.
Call For Artist
Call for proposals - THE Modern Dance Co.
seeking proposals from local artists in all mediums
THE Modern Dance Co. is committed to community outreach and the concept of art fusion throughout their calendar season.
Please send your contact information and a sample portfolio or link to themoderndanceco@gmail.com attn: Guest Artist if you would like to showcase your art or expertise in our upcoming showcases for 2019-2020.
Scheduled Performances
THE Modern Dance Co. collaborative performances for 2019-2020 as of June.
"PB&J Cabaret" Sept. 27, 2019 - theme: Toledo, a noun - proceeds benefit Toledo's Food for Thought and THE's PAY scholarship to provide access to outlets in the performing arts for ages 18 and under. Located at Trinity Episcopal Church.
"THE Bazaar!" Oct. 4 & 5, 2019 - theme: Art Fusion supporting local artists - fashion, arts, and entertainment - culinary opt. for art show after cabaret. Located at Toledo Repertoire Theatre.
"Fosse and Live Jazz" Mar. 21 & 22, 2020 - theme: Fosse-inspired dancing, jazz music and fine art. Reception to follow. Theatrical acts and dance troupes please apply! Located at Toledo Repertoire Theatre.
Please send 3-5 pieces fine art or a sample clip of at least 1 minute for performing arts attn: "Guest Artist" to www.themoderndanceco@gmail.com.
Employment Opportunities
Center for Nonprofit Resouces Job Listings
Toledo's Center for Nonprofit Resources is an excellent source for employment opportunities in the region's nonprofit sector.
Employment Opportunities
Center for Nonprofit Resouces Job Listings
Toledo's Center for Nonprofit Resources is an excellent source for employment opportunities in the region's nonprofit sector.
CCC lists all part-time, full-time, temporary, internship and apprentice experiences for individual artists, designers, performers, writers and all other creative professions.
Employment Opportunities
Cleveland Creative Compass Employment Listings
CCC lists all part-time, full-time, temporary, internship and apprentice experiences for individual artists, designers, performers, writers and all other creative professions.
Collingwood Arts Center seeks artists for open studio space
One of Toledo's most storied buildings and one of its greatest architectural feats is home to a wide range of studios for performing and visual artists.
Workshops + Resources
Collingwood Arts Center seeks artists for open studio space
The Collingwood Arts Center facility houses over 25 visual arts studio spaces of varying sizes, as well as nine music studios and one dance studio. Studio leases are written for 6 month periods only, with the contract reverting to a month to month basis after the original 6 months. Restrictions: these spaces are for studio work space only. They may not be used as residential spaces. Utilities are included in rental rate. Click here to download the application. Return completed application and $25 application fee to: Collingwood Arts Center, 2413 Collingwood Ave., Toledo OH 43620. For detailed information, photos, dimensions, and pricing, visit the CAC's website
Learn the art of fused glass and other skills at Holland's premier gallery
Ready for Fusing Fun? Copper Moon's popular fused glass art classes have become an everyday occasion at the studio. Classes are available everyday, including evenings, for individuals or groups, children and adults! Easy to learn and endless ideas to try!
Workshops + Resources
Copper Moon Studio, Gallery and Gifts
Learn the art of fused glass and other skills at Holland's premier gallery
Fused glass is a great medium to create with. We will teach you the basics of how to use cold sheet glass and assemble a project designed by you: a one-of-a-kind every time. Using a variety of fused glass techniques, you'll choose the colors and patterns. After you design the piece, we'll fire the design in our kiln and have it ready for pick up at our studio one week from the day of your class.
A great option for birthday parties, corporate events, troop activities, ladies night out or a family fun day! We love having groups of friends and family gathering together, sharing a laugh and learning about fused glass. Do you need a quiet afternoon to create? Come by yourself and work independently. Check out our styles of fused glass classes. Go to our FAQ page for more info. Feel free to call 419-867-0683 or email us too! We offer the Cut & Layer Class for adults & Lil' Chips Class for kids
The Dayton Visual Arts Center (DVAC) considers proposals from both artists and curators that expand the public’s understanding of the visual arts and represent the diversity and breadth of fine art and fine craft being made today.
Call For Artist
Dayton Visual Arts Center Call for Entries
Ongoing calls for artist submissions
The Dayton Visual Arts Center (DVAC) considers proposals from both artists and curators that expand the public’s understanding of the visual arts and represent the diversity and breadth of fine art and fine craft being made today. DVAC’s gallery space is 210 running feet and 1,810 square feet on street level in downtown Dayton’s Bindery Building at 118 N. Jefferson Street, between First and Second streets.
To learn more about exhibiting work with the DVAC, click here
Grants + Funding
Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship
Presented by Toledo Community Foundation
Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship - to assist promising or accomplished potters (who are current residents of northwest Ohio or Lenawee or Monroe Counties in Michigan) in obtaining additional education or training in the ceramic arts. Application deadline: February, annually.
Grants + Funding
Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship
Presented by Toledo Community Foundation
The Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship offers two opportunities for local potters
1. For College Student
To assist entering or current college students pursuing a degree in ceramic arts (with a focus on pottery and who are permanent residents of northwest Ohio or Lenawee or Monroe Counties in Michigan) in obtaining additional education or training in the ceramic arts. Scholarship recipients may obtain such education or training at any United States college, university or nonprofit institution offering courses in pottery. The organization must be a 501(c)(3) (nonprofit) entity. Funding from the Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship covers school expenses only, including tuition, room, board and books. Personal expenses and transportation costs are not considered covered expenses. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Scholarship recipients will be announced in late March. Funds awarded must be used in the same calendar year and cannot be used for conferences, workshops, seminars or classes whose registration deadlines and actual meeting dates fall before the announcement of the awards (i.e. NCECA and Wayne Center for the Arts Wooster Functional Workshop have been issues in the past). Assume payout of this award between April 15 and December 31.
REQUIREMENTS
The criteria for selection of scholarship recipients will include consideration of the following:
a. Individual motivation;
b. Ability and potential.
TOTAL AMOUNT AWARDED
$7,000
2. For Novice/Accomplished Artists/Potters, Art Educators (non-college students)
To assist promising or accomplished potters (who are permanent residents of northwest Ohio or Lenawee or Monroe Counties in Michigan) in obtaining additional education or training in the ceramic arts. Scholarship recipients may obtain such education or training at any United States college, university or nonprofit institution offering courses in pottery. The organization must be a 501(c)(3) (nonprofit) entity. Funding from the Edith Franklin Pottery Scholarship covers educational expenses only, including tuition, registration, fees, etc. Personal expenses and transportation costs are not considered covered expenses. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
Scholarship recipients will be announced in late March. Funds awarded must be used in the same calendar year and cannot be used for conferences, workshops, seminars or classes whose registration deadlines and actual meeting dates fall before the announcement of the awards (i.e. NCECA and Wayne Center for the Arts Wooster Functional Workshop have been issues in the past). Assume payout of this award between April 15 and December 31.
REQUIREMENTS
The criteria for selection of scholarship recipients will include consideration of the following:
Emergency Grants is the only active, multi-disciplinary program that offers immediate assistance of this kind to artists living and working anywhere in the United States, for projects occurring in the U.S. and abroad. Grants range in amount from $200 to $2,500.
Workshops + Resources
Emergency Grants
Offered by the Foundation for Contemporary Arts
Emergency Grants, offered by the Foundation for Contemporary Arts, provides prompt funding for innovative visual and performing artists who have unanticipated, sudden opportunities to present their work to
the public when there is insufficient time to seek other sources of
funding and/or artists who incur unexpected or unbudgeted expenses for projects close to completion with committed exhibition or performance dates
Emergency Grants is the only active, multi-disciplinary program that
offers immediate assistance of this kind to artists living and working
anywhere in the United States, for projects occurring in the U.S. and
abroad. Grants range in amount from $200 to $2,500. Applications are reviewed once per month by a volunteer committee of established artists. The FCA recommends applying within 6-8 weeks of the artist's performance or exhibition date. Apply no sooner than 8 weeks prior to when funding is needed.
BiG Fab Lab is an open access workshop also known as a “Maker Space”that provides a membership community with 24/7 access to powerful tools (access to a laser, C&C router, a full wood shop, ceramics studio, makerbots and more) and the knowledge to use them. Additionally, they offer rentable studio space for artists or others who want a place to work on their creations.
Workshops + Resources
Fab Lab Maker Space in Bowling Green
Seeking members
What is it? BiG Fab Lab is an open-access workshop also known as a “Maker Space” that provides a membership community with 24/7 access to powerful tools (access to a laser, C&C router, a full wood shop, ceramics studio, makerbots and more) and the knowledge to use them. Additionally, they offer rentable studio space for artists or others who want a place to work on their creations.
Who is it for? Simply, anyone with a desire to make things. This includes individuals with an interest in hands-on skills, crafting, design, manufacturing areas, or business incubation.
Why a “Maker Space?” BiG Fab Lab believes that every human being has the ability to create and express themselves. We offer you an avenue to do just that.
How do I join? To use the facilities and tools at BiG Fab Lab, one can become a member. Membership is $39 per month, plus specific tool and material charges. Students, military, and seniors only pay $29 per month. Just call or visit to apply for a membership.
Start making today!
info@bigfablab.com
Phone: 4199714244
1234 N Main St, Suite D, Bowling Green, OH 43402
Information and resources for nonprofits, organizations, and individuals, including some services such as webinars and workshops tailored specifically to artists.
Workshops + Resources
Foundation Center and Grantspace
National resources for artists and funding
The Foundation Center is a well of information for nonprofits, organizations, and individuals, including some services such as webinars and workshops tailored specifically to artists. In short, it is a great organization to be aware of with comprehensive search options for grants and other financial resources. Individuals and organizations can purchase a membership to find finding online ($50/month) or can visit the Toledo Lucas County Public Main Library and access the portal (with training) for free.
Grantspace is a service of the Foundation Center and is a more honed mission around grantmaking and services, also with a focus on arts and culture. Additional specific links are included below, or click here to learn more.
PODCAST: SUPPORT FOR ARTISTS: A RESOURCES SEMINAR BY NEW YORK FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS
Are you an artist looking for resources and support for your independent projects? In this seminar, representatives from New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), Elena Dubas and Eleanor Whitney talk about the free resources, fundraising and support programs offered by the NYFA nationwide for artists in all disciplines at every stage in their careers. The speakers discuss how to find grants, residencies, services, and opportunities using NYFA Source, and give information on NYFA’s Fiscal Sponsorship program, Artspire, which allows individuals to raise corporate, foundation and government grants. The presentation is geared to individual artists across all disciplines (visual, performing, literary artists, filmmakers, etc ) and small/emerging arts organizations.
Global Art Exchange seeks artists for online gallery
Global Art Exchange represent artists through our International online gallery for Fine Art. Artists may list their art for sale with no entry fees.
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Global Art Exchange seeks artists for online gallery
We represent artists through our International online gallery for Fine Art. Artists may list their art for sale with no entry fees. When the art sells the artist gets 80% of thier asking price. We also have; Art for Benefit - where we auction a piece of art on a quarterly basis and donate 100% of funds to a chosen charity, Designer Direct Program - we pay designers/decorators a referral fee when their customers listed art sells or when their customer purchases art from the site, and we offer a place for resellers and collectors to sell previously owned artwork.info@global-art-exchange.com or 419-913-2776
Additional Details: There is no cost to submit your artwork. No entry or subscription fees. When the artwork sells artist will receive 80% of their asking price. We do not require exclusivity, so you may display your artwork in another place. When the art is sold, the sale will go through Global Art Exchange then the artist is paid once the artwork is shipped. To get started go to the website, create an account then add your art listing.
The Individual Excellence Awards program recognizes outstanding
accomplishments by artists in a variety of disciplines. Awards give
artists the resources to experiment and explore their art forms,
develop skills and advance their careers, and receive affirmation and
acknowledgment for outstanding work.
Call For Artist
Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence Awards
Deadline September 1 Annually
The Individual Excellence Awards program recognizes outstanding
accomplishments by artists in a variety of disciplines. Awards give artists the resources to experiment and explore their art forms, develop skills and advance their careers, and receive affirmation and acknowledgment for outstanding work. Competitive applications focused on the merit of past artistic work, combined with an open panel review conducted by nationally recognized professionals, ensure that only the most exceptional individuals receive funding. GRANT AWARDS: Individual Excellence Awards are $5,000.
Odd-numbered years (e.g. 2017, 2019): choreography, criticism, fiction/non-fiction, music composition, playwriting/screenplays, and poetry. Even-numbered years (e.g. 2018, 2020): crafts, design arts/illustration, interdisciplinary/collaborative & performance art, media arts, photography, visual arts 2D, and visual arts 3D.
STAFF CONTACT Kathy Signorino Individual Artist/Percent for Art Program Coordinator and Traditional Arts Apprenticeships Program Coordinator kathy.signorino@oac.ohio.gov 614-728-6140
Ohio Arts Council offers Individual Artists Opportunities Database
The Artist Opportunities Database is a searchable listing of opportunities for artists throughout Ohio.
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Ohio Arts Council offers Individual Artists Opportunities Database
Welcome to the Artist Opportunities Database. The Artist Opportunities Database is a searchable listing of opportunities for artists. The Artist Opportunities Database is managed by the Ohio Arts Council (OAC), and is free and open to the public for browsing and searching. The purpose of the database is to announce opportunities available to artists.
Job postings throughout Lucas County and Ohio are available on the statewide job system at Ohio Means Jobs.
Employment Opportunities
Ohio Means Jobs
Job postings throughout Lucas County and Ohio are available on the statewide job system at Ohio Means Jobs. Job seekers can post their information to be contacted by employers or can search job openings and apply online. Workers who need help putting together their resume or other job seeking skills should contact The Source at (419) 213-JOBS (5627) or visit the website for a complete list of free workshops.
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Artist-in-Residence
4 to 6 week residencies
The Artist-in-Residence program offers professional artists the opportunity to pursue their artistic discipline while being surrounded by the refuge’s inspiring landscapes and wildlife.
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Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge Artist-in-Residence
4 to 6 week residencies
4-6 week opportunities throughout the year. Summary: The Artist-in-Residence program offers professional artists the opportunity to pursue their artistic discipline while being surrounded by the refuge’s inspiring landscapes and wildlife.
The program seeks professional artists whose work is related to the refuge’s interpretive themes and supports the mission of the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. The program provides an artist with uninterrupted time to pursue their work and the opportunity to engage and inspire the public through outreach programs. Refuge housing is provided.
The artist is required to present several public programs during their residency. The programs must be related to their experience as the artist-in-residence and can be demonstrations, talks, exploratory walks, or performances. The artist is also required to donate an original piece of art to the refuge.
For more information, or to apply, submit cover letter, resume, and references to: Justin Woldt, Visitor Services Manager, 14000 West State Route 2 Oak Harbor, OH 43449 419-898-0014 justin_woldt@fws.gov
Employment Opportunities
Philanthropy News Digest Job Board
National nonprofit employment listings.
PND's job board provides listings of current full-time job openings at tax-exempt organizations.
Employment Opportunities
Philanthropy News Digest Job Board
National nonprofit employment listings.
PND's job board provides listings of current full-time job openings at tax-exempt organizations. Search is customizable to seek by sector, position, location, and more.
River House Arts accepts submissions from contemporary artists for consideration on an ongoing basis.
Call For Artist
River House Arts Submissions
Contemporary Gallery in Downtown Toledo
River House Arts accepts submissions from contemporary artists working in all types of media, including video, for consideration on an ongoing basis. Visit link for submission details.
The Dairy Barn Arts Center is now accepting exhibition proposals for the 2019/2020 calendar year. After a successful renovation to the premises, the Dairy Barn now has an additional gallery space that will be open to proposals from artists of all types.
The museum-quality Chaddock and Morrow Gallery is made up of 500 square feet and roughly 90 linear footage. All exhibit spaces are track-lit. Exhibits in this gallery are scheduled for 4-6 weeks.
The Dairy Barn also has exhibit space in our Second Floor Lobby Gallery. This location is ideal for framed works and artists wishing to exhibit over 4-6 weeks.
Artists submitting a proposal must pay a $25 submission fee. Proposals may suggest a gallery or indicate the need for a specific type of space. We encourage you to stop by and look at the spaces before you submit a proposal.
Our galleries are open Tuesday – Saturday 12pm – 5pm. Artists accepted are welcome to host a reception for their show, and will be responsible for their own food. The Dairy Barn Arts Center has a cash bar that can be open for such events, prior arrangements must be made with our Events Manager.
Tholepin Press and Studios offers life drawing courses
Ongoing opportunity
Come and draw the undraped model in an environment that feels like a New York City Loft.
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Tholepin Press and Studios offers life drawing courses
Ongoing opportunity
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios is Toledo's longest running Life Drawing venue and has been meeting every Wednesday from 6 - 9 pm for twenty five years. $10 for adults. $7 for college students with ID. $3 for high school students with parental approval. Poses from 5 minutes to two hours. Great models. Wine, soda and snacks served during the break. Located along the Maumee river, at 210 Elm Street, just North of Downtown Toledo. Free parking in the street below. All you need to bring is paper and pencils. Visit tholepinpress.com for more information or call 419-243-4944.
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Tholepin Press and Studios offers Life Drawing Venue
Ongoing Opportunity
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios is Toledo's longest running Life Drawing venue and has been meeting every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 6 - 9 pm for twenty five years.
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Tholepin Press and Studios offers Life Drawing Venue
Ongoing Opportunity
Life Drawing at Tholepin Press and Studios is Toledo's longest running Life Drawing venue and has been meeting every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 6 - 9 pm for twenty five years. $10 for adults. $7 for college students with ID. $5 for high school students with parental approval. Poses from two minute gestures to two hours. Great models. Wine, soda and snacks served during the break. Located along the Maumee river, at 210 Elm Street, just North of Downtown Toledo. Free parking in the street below. All you need to bring is paper and pencils. Get on our email list. Visit Life Drawing at Tholepin Press & Studios on Facebook or tholepinpress.com for more information or call/text 419-243-4944.
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Toledo Artists Club
The Toledo Artists’ Club is dedicated to promoting the advancement and study of the arts. The Club, which has about 125 members, is housed in its own facility at the Toledo Botanical Garden.
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Toledo Artists Club
The Toledo Artists’ Club is dedicated to promoting the advancement and study of the arts. The Club, which has about 125 members, is housed in its own facility at the Toledo Botanical Garden.
The galleries at the Club provide space for members and other Toledo-area artists to have their works displayed for public appreciation, evaluation, and purchase. Juried exhibits give local artists the opportunity to have their work appraised by recognized judges.
Encouraging the study of the arts is an important objective of the TAC. Classes in various art mediums are offered both for adults and children.
Toledo Community Foundation, Inc. is a public charitable organization created by citizens of our community to enrich the quality of life for individuals and families in our service area.
Grants + Funding
Toledo Community Foundation
Toledo Community Foundation, Inc. is a public charitable organization created by citizens of our community to enrich the quality of life for individuals and families in our service area. The Foundation serves Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan with a particular emphasis on the greater Toledo area. Grants from unrestricted funds support a variety of programs in the fields of education, social services, physical and mental health, neighborhood and urban affairs, natural resources and the arts.
Specific grant guidelines and grant application forms are provided for each grant opportunity as each fund supports a unique area. Only proposals submitted using the Foundation’s online application process will be considered. No hard copies will be accepted. Proposals, including all required attachments, must be received by midnight of the application deadline date in order to be considered for funding.
View the link below to learn more and discover current opportunities.
* Please note, TCF serves a wide community in our area and not all opportunities will be available to or relevant for area creatives.
For creative entrepreneurs and others, the Library offers small business and grants information in both an individual and group setting.
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Toledo Lucas County Business Technology Center
The Business Technology Department is here with specialists for both Small Business and Nonprofit Grants information. These are free resources that the Library provides to get your organization off of the ground.
Toledo Lucas County Public Library Career Opportunities
Multiple Positions open
Learn about career opportunities within the Library system, including positions for librarians, administration, support staff, and more.
Employment Opportunities
Toledo Lucas County Public Library Career Opportunities
Multiple Positions open
The origin of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library dates back to 1838, making it the first public library funded by tax dollars in the state of Ohio.
In 1970, three Library systems merged to form the current countywide Toledo-Lucas County Public Library. In subsequent years, the logic of that merger has been demonstrated repeatedly in improved service, increased usage, and more effective use of tax funds.
The system now claims a Main Library with 19 neighborhood branch locations and one of the oldest bookmobile services in the country.
Various positions throughout the library system are posted at the link below. Click to browse opportunities, view application deadlines, and apply.
Start your career at Toledo's premier cultural institution.
Employment Opportunities
Toledo Museum of Art
Ongoing opportunities
The Toledo Museum of Art has several positions available, from administrative and specialty to maintenance and service staff. For up to date listings and information about individual postings, click below.
Explore your creativity for the first time—or the first time in years—at the Toledo Museum of Art. For more than a century, this community resource has offered classes for every age, every experience level, and every schedule.
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Toledo Museum of Art Classes and Workshops
Explore your creativity for the first time—or the first time in years—at the Toledo Museum of Art. For more than a century, this community resource has offered classes for every age, every experience level, and every schedule. All classes and workshops are related to works of art in the TMA collection.Students will visit the galleries, learn about some of the iconic works of art, then combine that inspiration with their own creativity back in the studio. Looking for a creative outlet for the kids, wanting to try something new or seeking an opportunity to refine your skills? You’ll find it here. Check the link to view current listings.
TMA Scholarships are intended to provide an understanding and appreciation of the arts to a wide demographic range who might not otherwise be financially able to attend Museum classes, and to recognize and encourage artistically gifted students.
Grants + Funding
Toledo Museum of Art Scholarships
TMA Scholarships are intended to provide an understanding and appreciation of the arts to a wide demographic range who might not otherwise be financially able to attend Museum classes, and to recognize and encourage artistically gifted students.
Visit the link below for additional information and current deadlines.
ToledoPoet.com is the site for Toledo Poets and literary fans, featuring events, resources, and more.
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ToledoPoet.com
Local Literary Enthusiasts
ToledoPoet.com is the site for Toledo Poets. View our Calendar of Events, join our Email group to get notification and reminders of events, and check out our Local Publishers Accepting Submissions page. Be sure to sign up for the email list!
The Traditional Arts Apprenticeship program provides support for master artists to work with apprentices to build understanding and proficiency in folk and traditional art forms.
Call For Artist
Traditional Arts Apprenticeship
Application Deadline: March 15 (annually)
The Traditional Arts Apprenticeship program provides support for master artists to work with apprentices to build understanding and proficiency in folk and traditional art forms. By pairing exemplary practitioners of traditional art forms with dedicated apprentices, this program allows for concentrated study and cultural exchange. Traditional Arts Apprenticeship awards support the teaching and sharing of important cultural traditions, and enrich the lives of people throughout the state.
GRANT AWARDS: Master artists may request up to $4,000 to work with one, and if appropriate, two, apprentices. At least 50 percent of the request must be used for master artist honoraria. No match is required.
ELIGIBILITY: Apprentices must live in Ohio; master artists may live in another state if there is no suitable artist in Ohio. Both masters and apprentices must be U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens, and must have lived in the country for at least eight months prior to the deadline. Applicants are eligible for only one award per year. Applications are accepted for apprenticeships in all forms of traditional arts, including traditional music and instrument making, sacred and secular crafts, occupational traditions, folk and ethnic dance, and traditional arts associated with annual celebrations.
STAFF CONTACT Kathy Signorino Individual Artist/Percent for Art Program Coordinator and Traditional Arts Apprenticeships Program Coordinator kathy.signorino@oac.ohio.gov 614-728-6140
UT Youth and Adult Music Lessons - Group or Private
Community Music programs offers training for grades 1-12, and adults.
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UT Youth and Adult Music Lessons - Group or Private
If you or someone you know wants to explore piano or guitar for the first time, sign up for group music lessons in piano or guitar. Piano classes are available for adults and for kids in grades 1-6. Guitar lessons are open to adults and high school students. Scholarship help is available to students (grades 1-12) who qualify and are taking group piano or guitar lessons.
Students who want to improve their skill on any instrument or in voice should sign up for private lessons. There are also ensemble opportunities at UT for high school students in Jazz, Orchestra, Men's and Women's Choruses and with the Glass City Singers.
