OPEN CALLS
Our theme for the 2025 season is EXPLORE.
What does that mean?
Our 2025 "Explore" season invites you to dive deep into the many facets of art, creativity, and self-expression. It’s about exploring what it means to be an artist, delving into the natural world, and discovering your own identity through creative practice. At the same time, we’ll reflect on how the arts have shaped and enriched our community, sparking connection and dialogue across generations and cultures. This season is all about curiosity, creativity, and the endless possibilities that come with exploration.
Come on a journey with us!
Secret Garden Gala: Twilight in the Woodland
Art321 proudly invites artists far and wide to join us in celebrating artistic excellence and community engagement. Open to painting, photography, sculpture, printmaking, mixed media, fiber art, ceramics and all types of fine art crafts. (No film or video.)
Theme Inspiration
Think secret garden enchantment, mysterious twilight, and the charm of woodland creatures. While submissions are not required to match the theme, pieces that capture this ethereal spirit will help create a cohesive, dreamlike atmosphere for the gala.
JURORS: Carli Holcomb and Mike Olson, both instructors in the art department at Casper College
AWARDS:
First Prize: $500. Several non-monetary Honorable Mention awards may be given at the Juror's discretion.
The evening will feature a silent auction of original works of art, with proceeds of sales being shared between the artists and Art321. These proceeds go towards operating costs throughout the year and supporting our mission of nurturing and educating artists.
Artists are invited to contribute 1-3 pieces of their original art, artists may set the minimum starting bid for their pieces, and select what percentage of the proceeds to be shared with Art321. We are also asking that artists consider donating a small item - small original, print, sticker, etc. - for the Key Wall at the Event.
ACCEPTED ARTWORK NOTIFICATION:
Artists will receive email notices of accepted artwork by March 8, 2025, (by midnight PST).
A SEPARATE email notice will be sent on the same date showing non-accepted artwork.
In addition, a list of the accepted artwork will be posted on our website.
Participating artists will be given a free ticket to the cocktail hour portion of the event, and can purchase a discounted ticket for the remainder of the event.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
Submission Deadline: March 1, 2025
Delivery Deadline: March 22, 2025
Opening Reception: Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Show Dates: April 3rd, 2025 through April 26th, 2025
Main Event: Cocktail Hour at 5 PM and The Secret Garden Gala at 6 PM on April 26th, 2025
Bidding will begin at the start of the exhibit and will be auctioned off at our Gala on April 26th.
Art in Bloom
This exhibit invites artists and viewers to EXPLORE the vibrant, untamed beauty of wildflowers, uncovering their stories of growth, resilience, and natural cycles. This exhibit celebrates the spirit of discovery and finding inspiration in nature’s spontaneous elegance.
We’re seeking submissions from artists who can channel the free-spirited nature of wildflowers into their work—breaking boundaries, playing with new mediums, and pushing their craft to flourish in unexpected ways.
This will be a juried show, and a small entrance fee will apply for submissions. Prizes will be awarded to selected works, offering artists the chance to be recognized.
This is not your average floral show. We’re looking for bold interpretations and fresh perspectives that go beyond the traditional. Think of how wildflowers thrive—unruly, uncontainable, surprising—and let that energy fuel your art.
Can you turn fabric into petals that defy gravity?
Does metal or ceramic tell the story of growth and resilience?
What does a wildflower look like in a new medium you’ve never tried before?
We want to see how you translate the beauty, chaos, and diversity of wildflowers into something fresh. Play with scale, texture, abstraction—anything that breathes new life into the concept of "bloom."
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums are welcome—the more creative, the better.
Feel free to go wild with the concept. Your work can be inspired by actual wildflowers, or it can capture the feeling of wildness, growth, and beauty in completely unexpected ways.
Think outside the canvas—experiments with form, materials, and presentation are encouraged.
Eligibility:
This call is open to artists of all levels—emerging or established, traditional or avant-garde. If your work is blooming with creativity, we want to see it.
It’s time to break the mold, challenge your process, and let your art grow wild.
You are welcome to submit your work as early as these submission forms open up, but we ask to please not drop them off earlier than 1 month before the show you are submitting for.
We don’t have the storage space. Thank you!
Travel
Where does your art take you?
This exhibit encourages artists to EXPLORE the spirit of adventure, whether through faraway destinations or personal journeys. This show invites viewers to discover new perspectives and experiences that come from wandering through both physical and imagined landscapes.
We invite artists to explore the theme of "Travel"—whether that means a journey across distant lands, a trek into the wilderness, or a voyage through time, memory, and imagination. We want to see where your creativity goes when it’s free to roam.
What inspires you when you’re on the move?
A faraway destination?
A simple road trip?
The landscapes of your mind?
We’re looking for works that capture the spirit of travel in all its forms. Whether your journey is real or metaphorical, we want to see it through your eyes. From depictions of breathtaking places to reflections on the journey itself—adventure, escape, exploration, or homecoming—let your art take flight.
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums are welcome: photography, painting, sculpture, mixed media, digital art, textiles, and more. Let your creative process wander!
Works can be literal representations of travel or more abstract, focusing on the feelings, moments, or experiences along the way.
We encourage artists to think beyond the typical postcard imagery. What’s the most unexpected journey you’ve taken? How does your art reflect the road less traveled?
Eligibility: This call is open to artists of all experience levels and disciplines. Whether your journey is across the world or across your mind, we want to see where it leads.
You are welcome to submit your work as early as these submission forms open up, but we ask to please not drop them off earlier than 1 month before the show you are submitting for.
We don’t have the storage space. Thank you!
You are welcome to submit your work as early as these submission forms open up, but we ask to please not drop them off earlier than 1 month before the show you are submitting for.
We don’t have the storage space. Thank you!
National Park Road Trip
We’re hosting two open calls for our National Park Road Trip exhibition.
One call is for 3D clay works as part of ClayFest and another for 2D artwork in all mediums.
Together, they celebrate the beauty and adventure of National Parks through diverse artistic perspectives.
2D
Calling ALL artists to join in and bring their own creative twist to this year’s gallery show theme: “National Park Road Trip.”
We are seeking 2D artwork in all mediums—painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, mixed media, fiber art, and more—that captures the essence of National Parks, road trips, and the awe-inspiring natural world. Whether you draw inspiration from towering peaks, vast deserts, winding trails, or the memories of a cross-country journey, we want to see your artistic take on the adventure!
Submission Guidelines:
Open to all 2D mediums (paintings, photography, prints, fiber art, mixed media, etc.).
Artwork must align with the National Park Road Trip theme.
Artists may submit up to two pieces.
All work must be ready to hang upon delivery.
Open to artists nationwide.
This exhibition is a unique opportunity to celebrate our connection to nature and travel, alongside the vibrant clay-based works of ClayFest 2025. Whether you’ve explored a National Park firsthand or dream of an epic road trip, we welcome you to share your artistic interpretation of these treasured places.
This will be a juried show, and a small entrance fee will apply for submissions. Prizes will be awarded to selected works, offering artists the chance to be recognized.
Let’s hit the road and create!
3D
clay
Calling all ceramic artists to join ClayFest 2025 and bring their own creative twist to this year’s gallery show theme:
“National Park Road Trip.”
We’re looking for works that:
Reflect the landscapes, architecture, textures, and emotions tied to America’s national parks and public lands.
Celebrate the sense of adventure, discovery, and awe that road trips through these places can evoke.
Explore the intersection of nature, culture, and the personal experiences that come with visiting these iconic destinations.
Whether your work is functional pottery or sculptural art, we invite you to contribute to this exciting exhibit. Let your hands and clay explore how Americas public lands have inspired you —capturing the grandeur of towering peaks, the serenity of quiet forests, the drama of wildlife, of the rhythm of rivers, or the connection between the traveler and the road.
Submission Guidelines:
All forms of FIRED clay work are welcome.
Pieces can be inspired by specific parks, road trip experiences, photos, memories… connect it to a National Park!
This will be a juried show, and a small entrance fee will apply for submissions. Prizes will be awarded to selected works, offering artists the chance to be recognized.
You are welcome to submit your work as early as these submission forms open up, but we ask to please not drop them off earlier than 1 month before the show you are submitting for.
We don’t have the storage space. Thank you!
Weaving the Fabric of Time
Time is a thread that binds us all—woven into the fabric of our experiences, cultures, and lives. For our upcoming exhibit, "Weaving the Fabric of Time," Art 321 invites artists to explore fabric in all its forms, pushing the boundaries of what it means to work with textiles. This is your chance to think far beyond traditional quilting—what can you create with fabric that challenges conventions and stretches the imagination?
We’re looking for works that use fabric as a medium of expression, not just a material. This exhibit is an open call to artists who dare to innovate and experiment, transforming fabric into something entirely new. Think beyond the quilt—how can fabric tell stories, represent history, or speak to the future?
Here are a few ideas to spark your creativity:
Sweaters and Socks: Knit or crochet your memories into wearable art.
Jewelry: Can fabric be transformed into something delicate, precious, or adorned?
Painting on Fabric: Merge the worlds of fine art and textiles with mixed media techniques.
Textile Sculptures: How can fabric be shaped into forms we’ve never seen before?
Installation Art: Can fabric fill a space and immerse viewers in a tangible experience of time?
Fashion as Art: What stories can be told through clothing that stretches beyond functionality?
While we’re looking for artists who can weave together ideas, emotions, and time itself into something bold, innovative, and unexpected - we will always love traditional fabric arts and encourage you to submit them also!
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums of fabric art are welcome. Whether you work with traditional textiles, knitting, sewing, mixed media, or fabric manipulation—show us what’s possible.
Artists are encouraged to experiment with scale, material, and form. Think WAY outside the box—we want to see new perspectives on fabric as an art form.
Works can be conceptual, abstract, or narrative, interpreting the theme of "Weaving the Fabric of Time" in any way you choose.
Eligibility: Open to artists of all experience levels who are ready to stretch the limits of fabric art.
Let your imagination unravel, and let’s weave something unforgettable together.
Postcards & Pintsized Silent Auction
Coming Soon
Under the Moon
Exploring the Lunar Phases in Art
The moon has long inspired awe, mystery, and meaning, influencing not only the tides but the rhythms of life itself. For our upcoming exhibit, "Under the Moon," Art 321 invites artists to explore the beauty, cycles, and symbolism of the moon in all its forms. We’re looking for creative interpretations of the moon’s phases and its impact on the natural world, human emotions, and spiritual journeys.
How does the moon inspire you?
Phases of the Moon: The waxing and waning moon, new beginnings, growth, reflection—how can you capture the movement through time and change?
Triple Moon Goddess: Explore the archetypes of the Crone, Mother, and Maiden, symbolizing the moon’s influence on the cycles of life, wisdom, and femininity.
Moonlight: How can you represent the moon’s luminous glow, its quiet beauty, or the stillness it brings to the night?
Cultural and Spiritual Significance: The moon has deep connections in mythology, astrology, and spirituality. How do you interpret its meanings across cultures and beliefs?
Moon and Nature: From the tides to the pull of gravity, the moon has a profound effect on the earth. Let this inspire your work in unexpected ways.
We encourage artists to think deeply about the connection between the moon, cycles, and human experience—whether through literal representations, abstract interpretations, or symbolic storytelling.
Submission Guidelines:
All mediums are welcome: painting, sculpture, mixed media, photography, textiles, and more. Let your imagination roam the night sky.
Artists are encouraged to explore the moon as a metaphor for change, reflection, and transformation.
Eligibility:
This call is open to all artists, whether emerging or established, who feel drawn to the moon’s mysterious allure.
Let’s explore the cycles of life, art, and the lunar influence together.
Our theme for the 2026 season is METAMORPHOSIS.
What does that mean?
In our 2026 season, themed "Metamorphosis," we invite you to explore the captivating transformations that shape our lives, memories, and identities. This season’s exhibits delve into how we evolve, change, and rediscover ourselves through the lens of nostalgia and personal growth. Shows like "Faded Polaroids" evoke the gentle fading of memories, capturing moments that feel suspended in time, while "Through the Rearview Mirror" offers a reflective journey through life’s pivotal moments and the echoes they leave behind.
Join us as we celebrate the beauty of change, honoring the past while embracing the continuous process of becoming.
We’re looking for featured and upcoming artists to place for these months.
Exhibits will be announced soon!
COMMUNITY OPEN CALLS
WAC Professional Development Grant
This grant is specifically designed to help grow the capacity of organizations and individuals that work in, and support the arts. Projects can include but are not limited to: board development, leadership development, conference attendance, professional development training, fundraising development, strategic planning, creation of marketing plans, equipment purchases, etc.