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.
ABOUT
Creative York’s annual Adult Juried Art Exhibition is open to all artists 18 years or older. Fine art and fine craft in all mediums are acceptable. Work should be of high quality and craftsmanship. The Adult Juried Art Exhibition will be on display in the Kerlin Gallery at Creative York from August 13-September 12, 2026.
Creative York will hold the opening reception on Thursday, August 20 from 6-8 pm where Best of Show and Awards of Distinction will be announced.
SUBMISSIONS
All mediums will be considered. 2D works must be properly wired. Entries must be original, completed within the past two years, and not previously shown at Creative York. Artists may submit up to three digital images for jurying for a fee of $30 for members /$45 for non-members.
• Deadline for submission: Friday, June 12
• Notification of acceptance: Friday, July 17
• Artwork delivery to Creative York: August 10, 11, 12
• Exhibit Reception and Awards: Thursday, August 20 from 6-8pm
RULES FOR ENTRY
• All entries must be received on June 12, 2026
• Artists may submit up to three digital images for non-refundable entry fee of $30 for Creative York Members, $45 for non-members payable to Creative York or payable at creativeyork.org/calls
• Download payment receipt to include with entry.
• 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 number. The image number must correspond to your entry list. Corresponding image number example [e.g. Smith01].
• Artwork inventory must include an image of the artwork, title, medium, dimensions, and price of each submission.
• Please write “Adult Juried Entry 2026” on email subject line.
• Entries must be work available for the exhibition that has been completed in the last two years.
• Entries must not have been previously exhibited at Creative York.
• Creative York will not accept submissions if the artist does not comply with the entry rules
AWARDS
Cash awards totaling $1000 will be presented by the juror. One Best of Show prize of $500 will be given, and up to five Awards of Distinction will be granted by the sole and final decision of the juror.
View the full call for art HERE
Click HERE to pay your submission fee.
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
Learn More & Register HERE
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