47th Annual Contemporary Crafts Exhibition
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October 31, 2026
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Overview
47th Annual Contemporary Crafts Exhibition
Overview: Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum's annual contemporary crafts exhibition highlighting the finest in contemporary crafts from around the country. This annual exhibition has become a benchmark of innovation and quality in traditional craft forms.
Focus Areas: Ceramics, fibers, basketry, metals, wood, glass, jewelry, papermaking, and book arts.
Geographic Scope: Open to local, national, and international artists.
Eligibility: Artists of all levels welcome.
Juror: Andres Payan Estrada, Senior Curator at the Rubin Center for the Visual Arts in El Paso, TX. MFA from California Institute of the Arts. His curatorial practice focuses on contemporary craft with special interests in ceramics, material politics, and queer artistic practices.
Contact: mesacontemporaryarts@MesaAZ.gov
Location: Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum, One East Main Street, Mesa, AZ 85201
How to Apply
Application Process
- Submission Deadline: October 31, 2025 by 5:00 PM
- Entry Fee: $25
- Application Method: Online submission through Season Prospectus guidelines
- Required Materials: Follow guidelines outlined in the Season Prospectus
Important Notes
- Artists must follow the guidelines outlined in the Prospectus to not be considered "unsolicited"
- Unsolicited materials (those not following guidelines) will be returned without comment
- Sign up to receive artist opportunity updates at mesaartscenter.com
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