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The Creative West Opportunities Portal is a hub where artists find opportunities and arts organizations connect with creative talent.

08/27/2026

Ready for your first juried art festival?

The Bonita Springs National Art Festival launched a dedicated Emerging Artist Program for Show 1, taking place January 9–10, 2027, in Bonita Springs, Florida.There is a separate jury process, and the chance to exhibit alongside 200 national and international artists.

📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026
💰 Application fee: $40

Interested? Email [email protected] to recieve your emerging artist code, then apply through the Creative West Opportunities Portal here: https://ow.ly/Fzx150ZFmfa

🎨 Centers for the Arts Bonita Springs (2027). Courtesy of the organization and artist Marcus Thomas.

08/25/2026

Let’s face it—finding the right opportunities can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack.

Whether you're just starting out, working with a small network, or living miles away from the art scene, the search can be overwhelming.
That’s where the Creative West Opportunities Portal comes in.

✨ One login. Thousands of opportunities.
✨ Filter by discipline, career stage, or goals.
✨ No more jumping between CaFÉ, ZAPP, or GO Smart—everything you need in one place.

Ready to take the next step in your creative journey? Create your free account now and discover opportunities tailored just for YOU. 🎭🎨
Don’t miss your chance. Click here to get started: opportunities.wearecreativewest.org

🎨 Open Range. By Earl Chuvarsky. Courtesy of Earl Chuvarsky

08/21/2026

Your handmade mugs, bowls, coasters, and prints could make someone's holiday extra special! 🎁✨

Blue Line Arts is now accepting submissions for Handheld for the Holidays 2026, running Nov. 24, 2026 through Dec. 19, 2026.

🖌️ Open to artists nationwide! Submit 2–10 small-scale, handmade artworks for a chance to be featured. Works will sell directly off the wall or shelf, with opportunities to restock.

💵 Artists earn 50% commission on sales (60% for Blue Line members).
🎨 Entry fee: $25 for non-members, FREE for Blue Line Arts members.
📅 Deadline to apply: September 25, 2026.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity! Find more details on the Creative West Opportunities Portal. Apply here: https://ow.ly/9qAX50ZBEC0

🎨 Blue Line Arts Handheld for the Holidays (2026). Courtesy of the organization.

08/19/2026

Calling all artists! 🎨

The Creative West Opportunities Portal is your gateway to landing your next big opportunity!✨ It’s everything you loved about CaFÉ - Call For Entry and so much more. Discover exhibitions, competitions, grants, and public art opportunities, all in one easy-to-use platform.

✨ The best part? It’s 100% FREE for artists!

Create your free account today — link in bio 📍

📷 Poppies and Delphiniums (2022). By Christine Oliver. Sunnyvale Public Art Collection and Sunnyvale Art in Public Places Collection. Courtesy: The Public Art Archive and Jacqueline Orrell Photography

08/14/2026

🎨 Meet Steven Rivera, an incredibly talented relief printmaker and painter from Puerto Rico! 🌟

Steven is making his mark on the Creative West Opportunities Portal — a powerful tool for artists like him. As a CaFÉ artist, he's excited to access additional opportunities from ZAPP and GO Smart, all in one easy-to-use platform.

Steven says, "I signed up for the new Portal, and I like that I can filter new opportunities easily. It will be helpful as I look for new places to show my work and for commissions."

Don’t miss out, artists — explore the Portal today! ➡️ https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/

Check out Steven's Instagram for more of his artwork: https://www.instagram.com/__stevenrivera__/

🎨 Agua ‘e Pikito (2026). Courtesy of Steven Rivera.

08/12/2026

Artists, celebrate your relationship with wildlife and nature. 🦊

The Call of the Wild virtual exhibition, hosted by San Fernando Valley Arts & Cultural Center invites artists and photographers to explore their artistic connection with flora and fauna.

Selected works will be featured in the online exhibition, with awards including:
🏆 Best of Show — $800
🥇 1st Place — $400
🥈 2nd Place — $300
➕ 4 Honorable Mentions

Deadline to apply: August 13, 2026.

Find this opportunity and hundreds more on the Creative West Opportunities Portal: https://ow.ly/Uu2E50Zyiko

🎨 SFVACC (2026). Courtesy of the organization.

08/10/2026

Festival season is here! 🎨✨ Create your free Creative West account today to discover and apply to art fairs, festivals, and markets—all in one place.

With the Portal, you can search and filter by type, deadline, location, and more to quickly find the perfect match. Plus, get notifications for upcoming deadlines and similar opportunities, so you never miss out!

Don’t wait, start applying today! ➡️ https://opportunities.wearecreativewest.org/

📷 Sedona Arts Festival. Red Rock Backdrop. Courtesy Bryan Reinhart

08/06/2026

$1,000. National recognition. A chance to showcase your talent. 🌟

The 2026 Emerging Artist Distinction, hosted by the Pennsylvania Journal of Arts and Sciences (PJAS), is a competition celebrating early-career artists as they discover and develop their unique artistic voices. Selected works will be featured in PJAS’s editorial programming, providing greater recognition for artists whose creations resonate with the community. Additionally, at the discretion of the editorial board, some recipients may be awarded cash prizes of up to $1,000.

The deadline to apply is August 29, 2026. Visit the portal now, create your free Creative West account, and apply! opportunities.wearecreativewest.org

🎨 PJAS Magazine (2026). Courtesy of the organization.

08/04/2026

Welcome, artists—opportunities are waiting! Every minute, over 300 creatives are exploring the Creative West Opportunities Portal.

Consider creating your free account today to discover:

✨ Exhibitions
✨ Commissions
✨ Grants
✨ Art fairs, and much more.

Visit the Opportunities Portal to get started opportunities.wearecreativewest.org

🎨 Running Out of Time. By Ashley Ravidas. Courtesy: Ashley Ravidas

07/31/2026

Artists, what amazing opportunities have you discovered through the Portal? 🎨✨

We want to hear your stories and celebrate every win—big or small! Have you found a grant? Applied to your first show? Discovered something exciting? Let us know in the comments below 👇 and your work could be featured on our Facebook! ✨

📷 Art Party. Courtesy of Michael Korcek.

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