Artist Opportunities
Hello, Artists of the Roaring Fork Valley and beyond,
New opportunities for local creative involvement below...please share with other creatives!
Cultural Vibrancy Fellowship
Deadline to apply is September 24
Aspen City Council established the Cultural Vibrancy Fellowship in 2023 to enrich Aspen's cultural environment by providing direct funding opportunities and fostering community connections between local artists. The fellowship provides direct funding for emerging and established artists to advance careers, sustain practices, and encourage innovation. The fellowship also aims to strengthen Aspen's artistic network, fostering collaboration, connection, and building a cultural foundation that enhances the greater community.
The fellowship is divided into two cohorts: one youth cohort and one adult cohort.
Reach out to grants@aspen.gov with any questions.
2027 Exhibition Opportunities at the Red Brick
Deadline to apply is September 30
The Red Brick Center for the Arts in Aspen invites artists living and working in Colorado to apply for exhibition opportunities during the 2027 season.
As Aspen's creative home, the Red Brick is committed to supporting and elevating contemporary artists from across the state. The Gallery Committee seeks innovative, compelling work that reflects a diversity of artistic voices, mediums, and perspectives. Artists selected through this call will be considered for exhibitions opening in February, June, August, and December 2027.
There is no fee to apply.
Willits Town Center Roundabout Sculpture
Deadline to apply is October 16
The Town of Basalt, Colorado, through the Basalt Public Arts Commission (BPAC), is pleased to announce this Call to Artists. The Town is accepting proposals through October 16, 2026, for an artist’s plan to create a unique sculpture for the Town of Basalt that will be located within the landscaped roundabout at Willits Town Center in West Basalt. The budget of $100,000 is for all aspects of the sculpture including the design, delivery, fabrication and installation. The town can assist with installation and will cover the cost of the concrete pad that holds the sculpture. The town of Basalt also will cover the insurance for this project.
Contact Email: brent.compton@basalt.net
Contact Phone: 970-279-4390
Work Opportunities at The Art Base in Basalt
The Art Base embraces diversity and equal opportunity as a key organizational value. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Current openings:
- Gallery & Shop Manager
- Bilingual Instructor
- Art Instructors
Visit theartbase.org/about/work-opportunities to read the full job descriptions and apply.
Job Opportunities at Anderson Ranch Arts Center
Check out ongoing job and intern opportunities at Anderson Ranch Arts Center, located in Snowmass Village. Our smart, hardworking and creative staff is dedicated to the success of our mission. We actively participate in the local community of Aspen, Snowmass Village and the Roaring Fork Valley, and strive to provide a voice in the local, regional, national and international discussion of artistic pursuits.
See below for current employment opportunities. Anderson Ranch is always looking for qualified administrative and program staff.
Roaring Fork Drawing Club
Meets every Tuesday
The Roaring Fork Drawing Club began in the fall of 2017 with a couple of art friends, Lindsay Jones (graphic designer/illustrator) and Brian Colley (painter/illustrator). Drawing Club is a free, informal social group open to all skill-levels with no teachers and no specific themes: just an opportunity to get out your sketchbook (or coloring book, notepad, bar napkin collection, etc) and meet fellow sketchers in our community. We do not provide supplies, so bring whatever you need to draw with! We kindly ask that anyone under the age of 18 be joined by a parent/guardian.
We typically meet every week in the summer, usually in and around Carbondale, and about every other week or so in fall/winter/spring. You can always message us on IG @rfdrawingclub or email us at rfdrawingclub@gmail.com with questions/comments/suggestions.
Glenwood Springs Art Guild Opportunities
Ongoing
Since 1962 the Glenwood Springs Art Guild has promoted participation in the visual arts through camaraderie, helpful and warm encouragement, and opportunities for art education. We also get together just to have fun, and to enjoy and expand our mutual interest in visual arts. We’re better because we’re together!
Some of us are professional level, others are tiptoeing into producing and exhibiting our art. New members are welcome, as are demonstrations and workshops by other local artists.
Carbondale Arts Deck the Walls Apps Open
Deadline to apply is September 21
Carbondale Arts' annual "Deck the Walls" holiday market is coming up November 13 through December 24 this year, open almost every single day for its 5.5-week-run and featuring over 60 creatives.
The deadline to apply is Monday, September 21 by 11:59pm.
We look forward to another successful year supporting local and regional artisans. Thanks for helping us spread the word!
Send any questions to brian@carbondalearts.com or call 970-963-1680.
Perch: Design/Build Contest (Human Birdhouse)
Deadline to apply is September 30
Aspen Public Art, in partnership with Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES), invites professional creative teams, including artists, architects, designers, and builders, to propose a human-scale birdhouse to engage the community, inspired by the cultural vibrancy, natural history and avian community of Aspen.
The selected project will be installed near the ACES Hallam Lake property as a temporary public art and educational experience, creating a welcoming space for visitors to gather, listen, learn, and connect with the natural environment.
There is no fee to apply.
High School Student Opportunity: Dynamic Arts!
…via the Aspen Art Museum’s Education Program
Dynamic Arts is a FREE program for high school students from the Roaring Fork Valley to develop their unique artistic voices through hands-on studio projects, visits with working artists, gallery and museum tours, critical discussion, creative analysis, and reflection. This year’s theme, Fiber & Textiles, explores sewing, upcycling, upholstery, and more through exciting collaborations with CMC Aspen and professional artists.
Students will join this program as a cohort, fostering camaraderie and dialogue amongst participants. All teens seeking more exposure to art or an opportunity to grow their practice are encouraged to apply!
The Dynamic Arts program will be divided into two sessions—fall and spring. Each session will consist of approximately twelve sessions. Students in either session are encouraged to participate in at least 80% of the scheduled events in their session. Transportation cost assistance available!
Session I: September 23–December 16
Session II: January 6–April 14
Wednesdays from 4–6 PM
This program is open to all high school students from the Roaring Fork Valley, including Aspen, Snowmass Village, Basalt, Carbondale, and Glenwood Springs.
Job Opportunity at TACAW
Now hiring at TACAW: Full time Education Coordinator.
This person will supervise the new youth space, schedule out-of-school programs (afterschool and summer), and coordinate space usage and scheduling with partners. Looking for someone who is passionate about arts education, youth programming, and/or nonprofit work to help open the new space.
Colorado Creative Industries ongoing Opportunities
Updated monthly:
• State-wide grants & awards
• Community & Economic, Development, Partnerships
• Calls for Entry
• Public Art Opportunities
https://oedit.colorado.gov/colorado-creative-industries
Sopris Sun Seeking Weekly Creative Submissions
Ongoing deadline
Illustration by Larry Day
The Sopris Sun is a weekly local newspaper and hosts a “Works in Progress” section featuring drawings, poetry, short stories, and more. They are always looking for new submissions. Share your works in progress with Sopris Sun readers by emailing illustrations, creative writings, poetry to fiction@soprissun.com.
Have an Artist Opportunity to share?
Let us know!
Fill out the form with your opportunity by clicking the button below. Opportunities can include anything from paid gigs, internships, job listings, open studio spaces, calls for entry, and more. As long as they are relevant to the creative side of things, you should be good! Creative doesn't have to be restricted to just visual art either...we're talking culinary, performance, video/film, theatrical, and much more.
If you have questions, please reach out to Brian Colley at brian@carbondalearts.com, who manages the artist opportunity posts each month.
That's it for now!
If you have an upcoming artist opportunity or resource you'd like to share email me at brian@carbondalearts.com to get in the next round! These will be posted here on the Carbondale Creative District website around the middle of each month.
In the meantime, check out our Facebook page or Instagram for more updates and opportunities. You can also sign up for the Carbondale Arts monthly emailed newsletters here (if you don't already receive them).
Best,
Brian
Brian Colley
Gallery Manager at Carbondale Arts
brian@carbondalearts.com
(970) 963-1680
