Film and Video

Artomatic 419 is a non-juried, multidisciplinary art exhibition for local Toledo creatives to showcase their work. This multi-day event, scheduled for September 18-20, will provide access to indoor exhibition space at Erie Street Market in Downtown Toledo. This event will offer a gallery-esque setting for visual artists and designers, multiple stage performance areas, and a projection room for film and video. Artomatic 419 is free for participants and attendees. 

The Artomatic 419 model brings together artists to co-create and execute this unique festival experience. Numerous Toledo artists credit Artomatic with getting their artistic careers off the ground.

Film and video artists are invited to submit their works to be included in the official schedule during Artomatic 419. A projection room will be dedicated for these works with a timed schedule on display. Videos of all lengths, genres, mediums, and styles are eligible to apply. 

HOW TO APPLY

(Deadline: August 2 or when spaces are filled)

• Read the full 2026 Film and Video Call document, including Artist Schedule, Eligibility, Project Assessment, Artist Requirements, and other important details.

• Submit your film or video here: 2026 Artomatic 419 Film/Video Application

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ELIGIBILITY

• Must have a residence or creative studio within 50 miles of downtown Toledo, Ohio.

• Individual artists, teams, or collectives may apply.

• Artists under the age of 15 must have an adult present during set-up, tear-down, volunteer hours, and any time they are attending their exhibition space.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Fee: There is no fee to participate in Artomatic 419.

All applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or physical or mental disability.

Required Volunteer Hours: Artists participating in Artomatic 419 must volunteer for at least one shift during the festival. Shifts will be shared with artists first along with details for how to use our new system. 

The Arts Commission Will Not Show:

• Anything that consists of an incitement to hatred primarily against a group of people defined in terms of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.

• Any work the applicant does not own or have authorization and permission from the owner to submit.

• Anything deemed an unreasonable safety hazard (fire or otherwise).

• Anything deemed inappropriate for an arts exhibition by Arts Commission staff or board.

Artists are responsible for:

• Promoting their work.

• Providing any contact information or promotional materials.

• Depending on the event schedule and time available artists may be invited to attend an artist talk or introduce their work before showing.