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SEPTEMBER 2026
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The Arts Shop
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Do you have artwork or merchandise that you would like to sell online? Maybe don't have selling capacity on your website? Don't sell enough to cover the expense of listing or hate fooling with credit cards and PayPal etc? Would like to increase your visibility?
GOOD NEWS! Arts Connect is opening its online ARTS SHOP to artists who would like to list their work. There are four departments: Art Gallery; Jewelry; Gifts and Accessories; Cards and Books. Listing is FREE with a 20% sale commission. Interested? We'll do the work, you create. Call 859-321-1341 or email for more info: [email protected] |
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Submissions until 6th September
Exhibitions and Calls for Art
Echoes of Abstract | International Art Competition
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $20
Open to (any restrictions on entries): 18+
Exhibition/Event Dates: September 15, 2026
Event Location/ Address: Online
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Deadline: August 31, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $20
Open to (any restrictions on entries): 18+
Exhibition/Event Dates: September 15, 2026
Event Location/ Address: Online
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
GINKGO GALORE Gallery Exhibition
Submission Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $30
Open to all artists who are 18+ years old. Any medium.
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates
Oct 16, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location
GINKO GALORE Gallery, 408 East Main St. Wilmore, KY, 40390
Contact Person: Faville Donahue
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information
GINKGO GALORE™ and the Lexington Art League are accepting submissions for a two week long nationally juried gallery exhibition featuring artwork that is all about ginkos. The gallery is located in a newly-refurbished granary that has been part of downtown Wilmore since the early 1900s. It's a unique industrial space that offers rustic beauty and feel. All artwork must feature, be recognizably inspired by, or made using ginkgo trees. Awards: Best of Show - $2,000 Honorable Mention 1 - $750 Honorable Mention 2 - $750 People's Choice - $500. Voting for people's choice will take place throughout the first week of the exhibition until 5:30pm on October 24.
Website for more Information: https://www.lexingtonartleague.org/gg-gallery-exhibition
Submission Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $30
Open to all artists who are 18+ years old. Any medium.
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates
Oct 16, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location
GINKO GALORE Gallery, 408 East Main St. Wilmore, KY, 40390
Contact Person: Faville Donahue
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information
GINKGO GALORE™ and the Lexington Art League are accepting submissions for a two week long nationally juried gallery exhibition featuring artwork that is all about ginkos. The gallery is located in a newly-refurbished granary that has been part of downtown Wilmore since the early 1900s. It's a unique industrial space that offers rustic beauty and feel. All artwork must feature, be recognizably inspired by, or made using ginkgo trees. Awards: Best of Show - $2,000 Honorable Mention 1 - $750 Honorable Mention 2 - $750 People's Choice - $500. Voting for people's choice will take place throughout the first week of the exhibition until 5:30pm on October 24.
Website for more Information: https://www.lexingtonartleague.org/gg-gallery-exhibition
De Aquí y De Allá
Deadline: September 13, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): This call for art is open to Latine artists.
Exhibition/Event Dates: October 2, 2026
Event Location (City/Venue): Foko, 991 Logan Street. Louisville, Kentucky, 40204
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Deadline: September 13, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): This call for art is open to Latine artists.
Exhibition/Event Dates: October 2, 2026
Event Location (City/Venue): Foko, 991 Logan Street. Louisville, Kentucky, 40204
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
3rd Annual Women of Abstraction
Deadline: September 18, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $30+
Open to (any restrictions on entries): A competitive art show of abstract work in all mediums created by women.
Open to both adult and student entries.
Exhibition/Event Dates: 9/22-10/17
Event Location (City/Venue): Gallery 104, 104 East Main Street, La Grange Ky 40031
Contact: [email protected]
Additional Information:
More Information
Deadline: September 18, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $30+
Open to (any restrictions on entries): A competitive art show of abstract work in all mediums created by women.
Open to both adult and student entries.
Exhibition/Event Dates: 9/22-10/17
Event Location (City/Venue): Gallery 104, 104 East Main Street, La Grange Ky 40031
Contact: [email protected]
Additional Information:
More Information
Whet Your Palette's Annual Local Artists Fair
Deadline: October 10, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Fair or Festival
Entry Fee: $45
Open to (any restrictions on entries): Local Artists only vending something that YOU MADE. No buy and resell. Local is a vague guideline.
Event Location (City/Venue): Whet Your Palette Property, 1415 Evergreen Rd
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Deadline: October 10, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Fair or Festival
Entry Fee: $45
Open to (any restrictions on entries): Local Artists only vending something that YOU MADE. No buy and resell. Local is a vague guideline.
Event Location (City/Venue): Whet Your Palette Property, 1415 Evergreen Rd
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Fashioned to Carry
Deadline: November 15, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): The Little Loomhouse invites emerging artists ages 17–30 to submit work for Young Visionary, our annual group exhibition celebrating the creativity and perspectives of the next generation of artists.
Event Location (City/Venue): The Little Loomhouse, 328 Kenwood Hill Road, Louisville, KY
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Deadline: November 15, 2026
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): The Little Loomhouse invites emerging artists ages 17–30 to submit work for Young Visionary, our annual group exhibition celebrating the creativity and perspectives of the next generation of artists.
Event Location (City/Venue): The Little Loomhouse, 328 Kenwood Hill Road, Louisville, KY
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
Exhibition Proposals for The Wine Room
organized by WheelHouse Art.
Deadline: December 31, 2027
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): Open to any artist living and working in the greater Louisville region.
Exhibition/Event Dates: ongoing
Event Location (City/Venue): 2704 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, ky. 40206
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
organized by WheelHouse Art.
Deadline: December 31, 2027
Artist Opportunity Type: Exhibition
Entry Fee: $0
Open to (any restrictions on entries): Open to any artist living and working in the greater Louisville region.
Exhibition/Event Dates: ongoing
Event Location (City/Venue): 2704 Frankfort Ave. Louisville, ky. 40206
Contact: [email protected]
More Information
OPEN CALL - John G. Irvin Gallery
Deadline: Ongoing
Entry Fee: None
Location: John G. Irvin Gallery; Lexington, KY
Exhibitions Occur: Jan/Mar/May/Jul/Sep/Nov.
Contact: Inquiries to: Kate Savage, [email protected]
Additional Information: The John G. Irvin Gallery opened in March 1987. It was created to promote Kentucky’s visual artists. The creation of the gallery was a labor of love and a passion of the late Irvin, a Lexingtonian and former employee of Central Bank. Over the years the gallery has hosted exhibitions by Kentucky’s finest artists, as well as new and emerging artists exhibiting for the first time. Exhibition Opening Receptions are held on Gallery Hop evenings on the fifth-floor executive area of the bank, located at 300 West Vine Street from 4:30 until 6:00 p.m. The art collection is displayed on floors two and three and may also be viewed during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Work can be purchased online through Arts Connect Arts Shop website.
PLEASE BE MINDFUL when submitting work for consideration, this is a public space and all work exhibited must be appropriate for display in a corporate environment.
Artists interested submit this form
Deadline: Ongoing
Entry Fee: None
Location: John G. Irvin Gallery; Lexington, KY
Exhibitions Occur: Jan/Mar/May/Jul/Sep/Nov.
Contact: Inquiries to: Kate Savage, [email protected]
Additional Information: The John G. Irvin Gallery opened in March 1987. It was created to promote Kentucky’s visual artists. The creation of the gallery was a labor of love and a passion of the late Irvin, a Lexingtonian and former employee of Central Bank. Over the years the gallery has hosted exhibitions by Kentucky’s finest artists, as well as new and emerging artists exhibiting for the first time. Exhibition Opening Receptions are held on Gallery Hop evenings on the fifth-floor executive area of the bank, located at 300 West Vine Street from 4:30 until 6:00 p.m. The art collection is displayed on floors two and three and may also be viewed during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Work can be purchased online through Arts Connect Arts Shop website.
PLEASE BE MINDFUL when submitting work for consideration, this is a public space and all work exhibited must be appropriate for display in a corporate environment.
Artists interested submit this form
Houseguest - An Independent Artist-Run Project Space
Open to: All forms of artistry are welcome: painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, installation, poetry, etc.
Entry Fee: $10
Location: 2721 Taylor Blvd., Louisville
Contact: Megan Bickel, [email protected]
Additional Information: HOUSEGUEST is an independent artist-run project space located in the south end of Louisville, Kentucky. The space launched in January of 2018. Founded by multi-disciplinary artist and writer Megan Bickel and her husband, chef Jacob Wilson, the gallery's location is in the living room of the couple's house. The space will hold six exhibitions a year: four solo shows and two group exhibitions. Alongside each exhibition will be a small supper pop-up collaborative event, which will be by invitation only. We encourage artists to interact and activate the space while exploring new ideas and concepts, with full control over what they create.
More Information
Open to: All forms of artistry are welcome: painting, photography, ceramics, sculpture, installation, poetry, etc.
Entry Fee: $10
Location: 2721 Taylor Blvd., Louisville
Contact: Megan Bickel, [email protected]
Additional Information: HOUSEGUEST is an independent artist-run project space located in the south end of Louisville, Kentucky. The space launched in January of 2018. Founded by multi-disciplinary artist and writer Megan Bickel and her husband, chef Jacob Wilson, the gallery's location is in the living room of the couple's house. The space will hold six exhibitions a year: four solo shows and two group exhibitions. Alongside each exhibition will be a small supper pop-up collaborative event, which will be by invitation only. We encourage artists to interact and activate the space while exploring new ideas and concepts, with full control over what they create.
More Information
Artist and Curator Opportunities - Call For Exhibitions - 2027
LEXINGTON ART LEAGUE:
Interested in having a show with us in 2027? Submit your exhibition idea between January 1st and March 31st to be considered. We are looking for any medium of visual art; traditional, non-traditional, outsider, self-taught, practicing professional, 'I only have time for art sometimes after work or on the weekends'. If you make art we want to see it and give you the chance to show it off!You don't have to have all of the work completed to submit your idea we just need to see some works that are representational of your style and craftsmanship along with a paragraph or two about what you want your exhibition to be about. We also consider proposals from local curators who have a great idea and are looking for a space, artist collectives, collaborations, or small group shows.
A current Lexington Art League membership is required for exhibition proposals to be considered.
More info: www.lexingtonartleague.org/exhibits_call.html
Contact Person: Faville Donahue ~ 859-254-7024
Email: [email protected]
LEXINGTON ART LEAGUE:
Interested in having a show with us in 2027? Submit your exhibition idea between January 1st and March 31st to be considered. We are looking for any medium of visual art; traditional, non-traditional, outsider, self-taught, practicing professional, 'I only have time for art sometimes after work or on the weekends'. If you make art we want to see it and give you the chance to show it off!You don't have to have all of the work completed to submit your idea we just need to see some works that are representational of your style and craftsmanship along with a paragraph or two about what you want your exhibition to be about. We also consider proposals from local curators who have a great idea and are looking for a space, artist collectives, collaborations, or small group shows.
A current Lexington Art League membership is required for exhibition proposals to be considered.
More info: www.lexingtonartleague.org/exhibits_call.html
Contact Person: Faville Donahue ~ 859-254-7024
Email: [email protected]
Manifest Opportunities
Manifest is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit founded on Woodburn Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2004 by professors and students from area universities seeking to make a positive community impact.
Manifest continues to be operated by professors, students, and working artists to this day. Their calls are varied in medium and topic. They have established a worldwide reputation for producing excellence in all their programs.
Each month they update their exhibition opportunities and you can access them on their website here:
https://www.manifestgallery.org/about/submit.html
Manifest is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit founded on Woodburn Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2004 by professors and students from area universities seeking to make a positive community impact.
Manifest continues to be operated by professors, students, and working artists to this day. Their calls are varied in medium and topic. They have established a worldwide reputation for producing excellence in all their programs.
Each month they update their exhibition opportunities and you can access them on their website here:
https://www.manifestgallery.org/about/submit.html
Grants for Artists/Arts Projects or Programs:
The Downtown Lexington Management District has now opened a new grant opportunity for artists/arts projects/programs. Applications being taken. Up to $10,000.
Next Review will be in September
Guidelines: dlex.town/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/DLMD-Public-Art-Guidelines.pdf
Applications Form: form.jotform.com/220105637614145
For more information: [email protected]
Next Review will be in September
Guidelines: dlex.town/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/DLMD-Public-Art-Guidelines.pdf
Applications Form: form.jotform.com/220105637614145
For more information: [email protected]
Workshops/Classes:
Hellbender Festival - Plein Air Workshop
Submission Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
Entry Fee: 0.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): any
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 10, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name: Lower Howard's Creek
Event/Studio Address: Lower Howards Creek/Hall's, 1225 Athens-Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY, 40391
Contact Person: Pat Banks
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Kentucky Riverkeeper and the Kentucky Watercolor Society invite you to plein air with us along the Kentucky River and Lower Howards Creek Preserve and celebrate the Hellbender Festival! Thursday September 10th 1:30- 4:00 12:00 meet for lunch at Hall's on the River (on your own) 1:30 Gather at the Lower Howards Creek Entrance for welcome , orientation and goodie bags. Bring a folding chair or blanket, bottle of water, outside painting gear, and anything you need for your comfort! 4:00 meet on the deck of Hall's to see what was created and share a minute of refection about this magical place we live and the river that is so critical to our lives!
Website for more Information:
https://kyriverkeeper.org/workshops-%26-presentations
Submission Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
Entry Fee: 0.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): any
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 10, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name: Lower Howard's Creek
Event/Studio Address: Lower Howards Creek/Hall's, 1225 Athens-Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY, 40391
Contact Person: Pat Banks
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Kentucky Riverkeeper and the Kentucky Watercolor Society invite you to plein air with us along the Kentucky River and Lower Howards Creek Preserve and celebrate the Hellbender Festival! Thursday September 10th 1:30- 4:00 12:00 meet for lunch at Hall's on the River (on your own) 1:30 Gather at the Lower Howards Creek Entrance for welcome , orientation and goodie bags. Bring a folding chair or blanket, bottle of water, outside painting gear, and anything you need for your comfort! 4:00 meet on the deck of Hall's to see what was created and share a minute of refection about this magical place we live and the river that is so critical to our lives!
Website for more Information:
https://kyriverkeeper.org/workshops-%26-presentations
Wax, in Winter, at The EC
Submission Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Entry Fee; 750.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example); working artist
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates; Jan 24, 2027
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): The EncaustiCastle
Event/Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Wax, In Winter, At The EC is an intimate, week-long winter retreat strictly limited to 6 participating artists. Centered on open-ended material inquiry, this retreat invites you into deep engagement with wax-based painting mediums, pure raw earths, and structural layering. Rather than a rigid, technique-driven course, the studio is organically charged: material behaviors, physical responses, and spontaneous curiosities guide our direction over the heated palette and around the table. Full access to premium encaustic paints and specialized wax formulations from Enkaustikos alongside rare earth and mineral pigments, ceracolor, and watercolor materials from Natural Pigments. Some substrates and tools, as well as all heating elements are provided to allow complete focus on physical process. Work unfolds seamlessly between individual studio workstations and group table discussions. Shared meals anchor daily reflections on process, momentum, creative resilience, and process as a life practice.
Website for more Information: https://www.pbsartist.com/event/wax-in-winter/
Submission Deadline: Dec 31, 2026
Entry Fee; 750.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example); working artist
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates; Jan 24, 2027
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): The EncaustiCastle
Event/Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Wax, In Winter, At The EC is an intimate, week-long winter retreat strictly limited to 6 participating artists. Centered on open-ended material inquiry, this retreat invites you into deep engagement with wax-based painting mediums, pure raw earths, and structural layering. Rather than a rigid, technique-driven course, the studio is organically charged: material behaviors, physical responses, and spontaneous curiosities guide our direction over the heated palette and around the table. Full access to premium encaustic paints and specialized wax formulations from Enkaustikos alongside rare earth and mineral pigments, ceracolor, and watercolor materials from Natural Pigments. Some substrates and tools, as well as all heating elements are provided to allow complete focus on physical process. Work unfolds seamlessly between individual studio workstations and group table discussions. Shared meals anchor daily reflections on process, momentum, creative resilience, and process as a life practice.
Website for more Information: https://www.pbsartist.com/event/wax-in-winter/
Watercolor Classes with Marian O’Shaughnessy
Call Open Until/Submission Deadline: Ongoing
Entry/Class Fee: $50
Event Location: 737 Sprucewood Drive Lexington, KY
Contact Person: Marian O’Shaughnessy
Contact Email: [email protected]
Additional Info/Opportunity Summary
Marian O’Shaughnessy is teaching watercolor classes in her home studio. In each 2½-hour session, students will complete a watercolor painting designed to teach specific techniques. These “Try It” classes are perfect for artists interested in exploring watercolor. All materials are supplied.
Marian is an award-winning artist, recipient of numerous National Watercolor Society awards, and her work has been published in Splash, the premier watercolor showcase.
Website Address and/or for More Information www.watercolorsbymarian.com/current-watercolor-classes/
Call Open Until/Submission Deadline: Ongoing
Entry/Class Fee: $50
Event Location: 737 Sprucewood Drive Lexington, KY
Contact Person: Marian O’Shaughnessy
Contact Email: [email protected]
Additional Info/Opportunity Summary
Marian O’Shaughnessy is teaching watercolor classes in her home studio. In each 2½-hour session, students will complete a watercolor painting designed to teach specific techniques. These “Try It” classes are perfect for artists interested in exploring watercolor. All materials are supplied.
Marian is an award-winning artist, recipient of numerous National Watercolor Society awards, and her work has been published in Splash, the premier watercolor showcase.
Website Address and/or for More Information www.watercolorsbymarian.com/current-watercolor-classes/
After School Art Classes/with Gayle Cerlan
Ages 5-10
Wednesdays 3:15-4:45 (1.5 hrs) $50 per class
Location: 429 West Second Street - studio of Gayle Cerlan
Contact: [email protected] or call 859-361-1801
Private Beginner Art Lessons
Led by Kentucky Crafted Artist Cheryle Walton
If interested please email [email protected] to set up an appointment to meet.
Location: Studio at Loudoun House, 2nd Floor, Lexington
Adults are strongly encouraged. Never too old to learn to create and express yourself through art.
Become a Silversmith!
Classes offered by A SMALL EXTRAVAGANCE
Monthly, 3rd Sundays. Various Courses. All Sterling and Gemstones provided.
949 National Avenue #112, Lexington, KY 40502
Contact: Cindy Roberts at 859-269-0878
Website: www.asmallextravagance.com
Ages 5-10
Wednesdays 3:15-4:45 (1.5 hrs) $50 per class
Location: 429 West Second Street - studio of Gayle Cerlan
Contact: [email protected] or call 859-361-1801
Private Beginner Art Lessons
Led by Kentucky Crafted Artist Cheryle Walton
If interested please email [email protected] to set up an appointment to meet.
Location: Studio at Loudoun House, 2nd Floor, Lexington
Adults are strongly encouraged. Never too old to learn to create and express yourself through art.
Become a Silversmith!
Classes offered by A SMALL EXTRAVAGANCE
Monthly, 3rd Sundays. Various Courses. All Sterling and Gemstones provided.
949 National Avenue #112, Lexington, KY 40502
Contact: Cindy Roberts at 859-269-0878
Website: www.asmallextravagance.com
Markets, Festivals, Open Studios and Sundry:
GINKGO GALORE™ Festival - Artist Vendors
Submission Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $20
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Oct 24, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location: GINKGO GALORE™ Festival
Event/Studio Address: 408 East Main St. Wilmore, KY, 40390
Contact Person: Faville Donahue
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information: GINKGO GALORE™ and the Lexington Art League are accepting applications for a one day outdoor art festival as part of the city-wide GINKGO GALORE™ festival in Wilmore Kentucky on October 24, 2026. We are seeking artist vendors for the festival grounds at the old granary on Main Street. There will be artist vendors, food trucks, gallery exhibitions, kid's activities, tree raffles, a 5K run/walk, live music all day, and much much more all over town!
Website for more Information: https://www.lexingtonartleague.org/gg-art-fair
Submission Deadline: Sep 1, 2026
Entry Fee: $20
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Oct 24, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location: GINKGO GALORE™ Festival
Event/Studio Address: 408 East Main St. Wilmore, KY, 40390
Contact Person: Faville Donahue
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information: GINKGO GALORE™ and the Lexington Art League are accepting applications for a one day outdoor art festival as part of the city-wide GINKGO GALORE™ festival in Wilmore Kentucky on October 24, 2026. We are seeking artist vendors for the festival grounds at the old granary on Main Street. There will be artist vendors, food trucks, gallery exhibitions, kid's activities, tree raffles, a 5K run/walk, live music all day, and much much more all over town!
Website for more Information: https://www.lexingtonartleague.org/gg-art-fair
Hellbender Festival - Plein Air Workshop
Submission Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
Entry Fee: 0.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): any
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 10, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name: Lower Howard's Creek
Event/Studio Address: Lower Howards Creek/Hall's, 1225 Athens-Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY, 40391
Contact Person: Pat Banks
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Kentucky Riverkeeper and the Kentucky Watercolor Society invite you to plein air with us along the Kentucky River and Lower Howards Creek Preserve and celebrate the Hellbender Festival! Thursday September 10th 1:30- 4:00 12:00 meet for lunch at Hall's on the River (on your own) 1:30 Gather at the Lower Howards Creek Entrance for welcome , orientation and goodie bags. Bring a folding chair or blanket, bottle of water, outside painting gear, and anything you need for your comfort! 4:00 meet on the deck of Hall's to see what was created and share a minute of refection about this magical place we live and the river that is so critical to our lives!
Website for more Information:
https://kyriverkeeper.org/workshops-%26-presentations
Submission Deadline: Sep 9, 2026
Entry Fee: 0.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): any
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 10, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name: Lower Howard's Creek
Event/Studio Address: Lower Howards Creek/Hall's, 1225 Athens-Boonesboro Road, Winchester, KY, 40391
Contact Person: Pat Banks
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
Kentucky Riverkeeper and the Kentucky Watercolor Society invite you to plein air with us along the Kentucky River and Lower Howards Creek Preserve and celebrate the Hellbender Festival! Thursday September 10th 1:30- 4:00 12:00 meet for lunch at Hall's on the River (on your own) 1:30 Gather at the Lower Howards Creek Entrance for welcome , orientation and goodie bags. Bring a folding chair or blanket, bottle of water, outside painting gear, and anything you need for your comfort! 4:00 meet on the deck of Hall's to see what was created and share a minute of refection about this magical place we live and the river that is so critical to our lives!
Website for more Information:
https://kyriverkeeper.org/workshops-%26-presentations
The Art of Healing
Submission Deadline: Sep 19, 2026
Entry Fee: $0
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): Families of children 12 and under
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 19, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): Phoenix Park and Outside Central Library
Event/Studio Address: 100 East Main Street, Lexington, KY, 40507
Contact Person: Diana Koonce
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
The Art of Healing is a free family event celebrating the power of art, music, movement, mindfulness, and creativity to support connection and well-being. Children and caregivers are invited to create, explore, move, and play together through hands-on activities and performances led by local artists and community organizations.
Website for more Information
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/the-art-of-healing-2026/3495379513950970/
Submission Deadline: Sep 19, 2026
Entry Fee: $0
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): Families of children 12 and under
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: Sep 19, 2026
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): Phoenix Park and Outside Central Library
Event/Studio Address: 100 East Main Street, Lexington, KY, 40507
Contact Person: Diana Koonce
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
The Art of Healing is a free family event celebrating the power of art, music, movement, mindfulness, and creativity to support connection and well-being. Children and caregivers are invited to create, explore, move, and play together through hands-on activities and performances led by local artists and community organizations.
Website for more Information
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/the-art-of-healing-2026/3495379513950970/
Art on the Town
Art on the Town provides FREE mobile carts for Kentucky artists, craftspeople and authors to sell, display and demonstrate their work in downtown Lexington.
Carts are available to schedule to artists who have completed the application and orientation.
If interested please visit: www.lexingtonky.gov/aott and review the guidelines and submit your application.
For questions contact Celeste Lewis, Director Arts and Culture, Mayor's Office.
[email protected] 859-258-3123
Carts are available to schedule to artists who have completed the application and orientation.
If interested please visit: www.lexingtonky.gov/aott and review the guidelines and submit your application.
For questions contact Celeste Lewis, Director Arts and Culture, Mayor's Office.
[email protected] 859-258-3123
Studio Spaces Available:
The EncaustiCastle Compound (The EC)
Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information
Three light-filled studio spaces remain on the EncaustiCastle Compound: One with your name on it! Come tour to see if one of the 11 studio spaces would suit your creative needs. Artists, authors, composers, creators of all make and mode apply!
Website for more Information: www.pbsartist.com/encausticastle
Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information
Three light-filled studio spaces remain on the EncaustiCastle Compound: One with your name on it! Come tour to see if one of the 11 studio spaces would suit your creative needs. Artists, authors, composers, creators of all make and mode apply!
Website for more Information: www.pbsartist.com/encausticastle
Artists' Attic, 401 West Main Street will have a studio space available from 30th March, 2026. This studio is availabile for rent in the member-run studio arts community and gallery. This requirement is for an artist who wants a dedicated space to make their work and who is genuinely interested in contributing to the life of the oraganization.
Open to any emerging or professinal artist.
Contact Cissy Hamilton at [email protected]
Open to any emerging or professinal artist.
Contact Cissy Hamilton at [email protected]
**The Athens Schoolhouse (6270 Athens Walnut Hill Pike in Lexington) has space for studio and stage rental and is looking for artists to present for a monthly “Third Thursday Mingle and Sip” beginning in November. Artists will be compensated to share various art media, process and some pieces from 7-9 pm. Come see the school on Friday, August 25th for Adult Recess. This is a free event with live music by Honey Child and a full menu of food and drink for purchase by the Athens Lunchroom.
Contact Angie Cox, 859-494-1715. For more information, www.Athensschoolhouse.com
Contact Angie Cox, 859-494-1715. For more information, www.Athensschoolhouse.com
Jobs and Other Opportunities:
Artist's Residency
Title of the Artist's Opportunity: Artist in Resident at The EC
Submission Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
Entry Fee: 30.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): working artist
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: May 24, 2027
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): The EncaustiCastle
Event/Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
The EC residency program offers artists a dedicated sanctuary to immerse themselves in their practice, deeply connect with the medium, and work in harmony with the changing seasons. Located in Lexington, Kentucky, our compound integrates vibrant studio spaces with an urban farm and perennial gardens, creating a unique ecosystem where creative energy can be displaced, transformed, and brought to life. We invite dedicated artists who are ready to dive into exploration, community building, and deep creative focus to apply for our upcoming residency sessions.
Website for more Information
https://www.pbsartist.com/ec-rulesregs-faq-application/
Title of the Artist's Opportunity: Artist in Resident at The EC
Submission Deadline: Oct 31, 2026
Entry Fee: 30.00
Open to/or any restrictions to entry (age for example): working artist
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Dates: May 24, 2027
Exhibition/Workshop/Event Location (venue name): The EncaustiCastle
Event/Studio Address: 290 East Loudon Avenue, Lexington, KY, 40505
Contact Person: Patricia Baldwin Seggebruch
Contact email: [email protected]
Additional Information:
The EC residency program offers artists a dedicated sanctuary to immerse themselves in their practice, deeply connect with the medium, and work in harmony with the changing seasons. Located in Lexington, Kentucky, our compound integrates vibrant studio spaces with an urban farm and perennial gardens, creating a unique ecosystem where creative energy can be displaced, transformed, and brought to life. We invite dedicated artists who are ready to dive into exploration, community building, and deep creative focus to apply for our upcoming residency sessions.
Website for more Information
https://www.pbsartist.com/ec-rulesregs-faq-application/
SEEKING STUDIO ASSISTANT
Part Time: 18 - 36 hours a week. Immediate Opening
A working gallery, publishing house and photographic press seeks an assistant with a good eye, careful hands, and a gift for organization.
The person with be: Organized by habit - Detail driven - Discreet with original work - Steady on a ladder
Work unsupervised - Curious about art - Technologically capable with an engaging personality.
IS THIS YOU?
TO APPLY: Bring a resume to the gallery in person or send one with a short note about yourself. Work samples welcome, but not required.
Location and Address: Hockensmith Fine Art Editions Gallery and Press, 146-150 East Main Street, Georgetown, KY 40324
Email: [email protected]
Call: 502-370-8022
Website for info: www.https://www.finearteditions.net/
Part Time: 18 - 36 hours a week. Immediate Opening
A working gallery, publishing house and photographic press seeks an assistant with a good eye, careful hands, and a gift for organization.
The person with be: Organized by habit - Detail driven - Discreet with original work - Steady on a ladder
Work unsupervised - Curious about art - Technologically capable with an engaging personality.
IS THIS YOU?
TO APPLY: Bring a resume to the gallery in person or send one with a short note about yourself. Work samples welcome, but not required.
Location and Address: Hockensmith Fine Art Editions Gallery and Press, 146-150 East Main Street, Georgetown, KY 40324
Email: [email protected]
Call: 502-370-8022
Website for info: www.https://www.finearteditions.net/
Lex Center for Creative ReUse at 110 Luigart Court Unit 150
Lex ReCreate's mission is to provide affordable materials for arts, crafts and upcycle project to the community. We inspire creativity and demonstrate environmental sustainability while supporting local artists and educators.
501(c)3 - non-profit status has been applied for.
Our vision:
Keep materials out of the landfill/Make creativity accessible to all/Share our knowledge and learn together/Buy local.
For more information contact: [email protected]
Facebook: Lex Recreate
Lex ReCreate's mission is to provide affordable materials for arts, crafts and upcycle project to the community. We inspire creativity and demonstrate environmental sustainability while supporting local artists and educators.
501(c)3 - non-profit status has been applied for.
Our vision:
Keep materials out of the landfill/Make creativity accessible to all/Share our knowledge and learn together/Buy local.
For more information contact: [email protected]
Facebook: Lex Recreate
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Undermain is all about appreciating the unique ability of the human spirit to express itself through art and music. Our concentration is on exploring and celebrating the creative scene of Lexington and the central Kentucky region. The Lexington of 2026 is an international city, home to many cultures evidenced by the more than 100 languages spoken in the Fayette County Public School system. We hope to capture snapshots of this exciting time in and around Lexington with studio visits, previews and reviews, artist opportunity information, and a collection of live arts events calendars.
The aim is to encourage both the creation of arts in all forms, and the enjoyment of the creative expressions of our neighbors.
Let us drop a little art into your life every Tuesday. Our coverage partnerships includes WEKU’s Eastern Standard, the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, Arts Connect, and Green Room Exchange, with more to come. Check out our Editorial Advisory Hive and be sure to sign up for our newsletter.
Undermain is all about appreciating the unique ability of the human spirit to express itself through art and music. Our concentration is on exploring and celebrating the creative scene of Lexington and the central Kentucky region. The Lexington of 2026 is an international city, home to many cultures evidenced by the more than 100 languages spoken in the Fayette County Public School system. We hope to capture snapshots of this exciting time in and around Lexington with studio visits, previews and reviews, artist opportunity information, and a collection of live arts events calendars.
The aim is to encourage both the creation of arts in all forms, and the enjoyment of the creative expressions of our neighbors.
Let us drop a little art into your life every Tuesday. Our coverage partnerships includes WEKU’s Eastern Standard, the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning, Arts Connect, and Green Room Exchange, with more to come. Check out our Editorial Advisory Hive and be sure to sign up for our newsletter.
