Calls For Artists
Artist Opportunities & Guidelines
Are you an artist interested in showing your work with Creative York? If so, check out our current calls for art and submission guidelines. Also consider joining our artist membership, click HERE to learn more.
Calls for Art
We’re currently seeking artwork for the following exhibitions. Click on each exhibit for more information and the submission guidelines.
**Artists who could not participate at the Plein Air event but would like to submit a piece created at the Gold Star Garden during the summer season can do so. Submit your image to mindy@createyork.org by October 30.
Creative York and Gold Star Garden invite artists to participate in a plein air event set within York’s meaningful public memorial garden dedicated to veterans and fallen service members. Artists ages 16+ working in all mediums are welcome to create on-site during this free community event.
Artists will also have the opportunity to exhibit and sell finished work during the Veterans Day Celebration and Breakfast, where veterans will vote on prize winners including First Place ($300), Second Place ($200), and Third Place ($100).
Deadline to register: Friday, June 12, 2026 by 2pm
Event Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026, 9am–2pm
Rain Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Location: Gold Star Garden, 1000 Vander Avenue, York, PA
View the: Gold Star Garden Brochure
ABOUT
Creative York invites artists to submit work for America 250, an exhibition exploring the many perspectives of the American experience. From history and identity to personal stories and future visions, artists are encouraged to interpret “America” in meaningful and creative ways.
Who Can Apply
Open to artists ages 16 and up, working in any medium. Original work only.
What to Submit
- Up to 2 artworks
- 2D and 3D work accepted including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, fiber, collage, and mixed media
- Artwork must be original and ready to exhibit (no prints)
Key Dates
- Submission Deadline: June 29, 2026
- Notification: June 30, 2026
- Artwork Drop-Off: July 13 and 14, 10am–4pm
- Reception: July 16, 2026, 5–6:30pm
- Exhibition Dates: July 16 – October 8, 2026
How to Submit
Email high-quality images (JPEG or PNG) along with an artwork list that includes:
- Artist name and contact information
- Title, medium, dimensions, and price (if for sale)
File names should include your last name and entry number (example: jones_1.jpg) and match your artwork list.
Send submissions to mindy@creativeyork.org with “West York Gallery” in the subject line.
View the full call for art HERE
WORK TO BE CONSIDERED
Artists are invited to exhibit original artworks in Creative York’s annual small works exhibition.
All two- and three-dimensional artworks and mediums are considered. We’re specifically
looking for artworks that have the total object size of 8 by 8 inches including the frame so that
all works will display at the same size. Three-dimensional artwork may not be larger than 8” in
any direction. Creative York is offering canvases at a cost of $5/canvas or artists may use their
own. All eligible work must be priced less than $250.
SUBMISSIONS
● Deadline for submission: Friday, October 23, 2026
● Notification of acceptance: Friday, October 30, 2026
● Artwork Delivery: November 21, 23 or 24; 10am-4pm
● Opening Reception: SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, November 28, 10am-12pm
SALES
All work must be for sale and priced under $250. Creative York will retain a 30% commission on
all sales for Creative York Members, 35% for Non-Members. If shipping and artwork does not
sell, the artist must email a pre-paid return label that will be used to return the artwork.
RULES FOR ENTRY
● Work must be no more than 8″ in any direction, including the framing or
mounting.
● 2-D artwork must be properly wired.
● Artists may submit up to 2 works.
● Submissions must include an artwork list stating the artist’s name, the title of
work, medium, dimensions, and price.
● All entries must be submitted through email (mindy@creativeyork.org), in a
high-quality jpeg or PNG format. Please label each file with the artist’s last name
and title using this format (Example: jones_artwork title.jpg). The file names
must correspond to your entry list. Please write “Small Works 2026” on the email
subject line.
ABOUT CREATIVE YORK
Creative York is a 501c3 non-profit arts organization located in downtown York, Pennsylvania,
featuring 2 art galleries, art classes for all ages, ceramic studios, and several community
outreach programs. Creative York inspires creativity in the community through arts education,
gallery experiences, and outreach programs.