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The Sally and Richard Lehmann Artist Award recognizes and supports Arizona-based emerging artists. Recipients demonstrate artistic achievement and a commitment to their practice. A panel of judges will award up to two (2) awards of $10,000, and each recipient will be invited to present their work in a two-person exhibition at Phoenix Art Museum (PhxArt) scheduled to open in July 2026. 

Phoenix Art Museum will be accepting submissions for the 2025 Sally and Richard Lehmann Emerging Artist Awards from March 1, 2025 – April 30, 2025. Applications are only accepted online and are due April 30, 2025. There is no fee to submit to the open call.

All applications will also be eligible for the Sette/Cohn Artist Award, a $5,000 unrestricted prize awarded to an emerging Arizona artist.

Eligibility Requirements: 

Artists must have been living in Arizona for at least one (1) year at the time of application (ie. March 1, 2024).

Artists must be considered emerging artists to apply:

• PhxArt defines emerging as having at least four (4) years of professional experience who are currently making and exhibiting new work in Arizona but not necessarily extensively outside of the state; or individuals returning to art after a hiatus.
• Artists working in all media, including painting, sculpture, drawing, installation, new media, performance, photography, and video, may apply.

Submitted artwork must have been produced within the past three (3) years.

Are not enrolled full-time in an academic program or engage in art making as a hobby

Are not staff, board, or volunteers of Phoenix Art Museum

• Please note that independent contractors are not considered staff and are eligible to apply.

Are not previous winners of the Sally and Richard Lehmann Emerging Artist Award

Artists must be registered as an Artlink Articipant. Register as an Articipant* with Artlink here. 

Submission Requirements:

Applications must be submitted through Submittable and include:

Artist name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number

Website

Artist CV

Artist statement (300 words or less)

One short-form response (300 words or less)

• How will being a Lehmann Emerging Artist Award recipient help you achieve your artistic goals?

Six (6) images OR three (3) videos providing different examples of your work from the past three (3) years. 

• Video work samples exceeding three minutes will not be accepted.
• A combination of materials will be accepted. Please edit accordingly for no more than a total of three minutes of reviewing time (2 images = 1 minute).

Descriptions of each submitted artwork 

• Please include title, date completed, medium, and dimensions

Jury Process and Criteria:

The selection process for the Sally and Richard Lehmann Emerging Artist Awards includes two rounds. The applications that advance to Round II will have been seen by at least one arts professional, exposing the work to new audiences and individuals who might prove to be helpful connections even outside of the application process.

A panel of qualified judges will select the winner. The 2025 Emerging Artist Award panel will comprise four individuals, including a Phoenix Art Museum curator, two qualified arts professionals (one based in Arizona and one of national status), and a past winner of the Arlene and Morton Scult Award. The jury is asked to consider the following criteria as the sole basis for their review and evaluation.

Artistic Strength: Based on the submitted work samples, does the applicant demonstrate vision, originality, and a commitment to their practice?

Artistic Skill: Does the artist demonstrate an excellence of technique?

Impact: Does the artist clearly explain how receiving the award would help them achieve their artistic goals?

The following scoring guide is provided to the jury: 

5 – Exceptional: Highest possible score. Application completely fulfills the selection criteria. The artist’s work is compelling, they have clearly explained how receiving the award would impact their career, and you feel strongly they should move to the next round of review.

4 – Excellent: A compelling application that strongly fulfills most of the criteria, and you think they should move on to the next round of review. 

3 – Good: A good application that fulfills most of the criteria.

2 – Fair: Application is strong in some areas and weak in others. You do not feel strongly about this project advancing to the next round.

1 – Poor: Lowest possible score. You do not feel this application fulfills any of the selection criteria and are not recommending this project to advance to the next round of review.

Submissions deadline: All materials must be submitted by 5:00pm MST April 30, 2025.

Questions about the program? Please email: curatorial@phxart.org

Technical questions regarding Submittable? Please email: submissions@artlinkphx.org

*Note: While being an Artlink Articipant does not require payment, there are additional benefits to paid levels. Visit artlinkphx.org for details. Questions about Artlink? Please email info@artlinkphx.org.  

The following call for artists of all practices is presented by FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel and the FOUND:RE Contemporary art program, with support provided by Artlink Inc., for a new exhibition cycle entitled “Hot American Summer.” The deadline to submit is Friday, May 23 by 5:00 p.m. (local Arizona time).

PROJECT

Exhibition: “Hot American Summer”

Address: FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel at 1100 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Request: “Hot American Summer” is an open call to artists seeking art that reflects the timeless, nostalgic essence of summer in America — from small-town parades and coastlines to dusty roads and sunlit fields. Through this exhibition, we hope to capture the warmth, simplicity, and enduring beauty of summer memories.

OVERVIEW

FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel regularly presents exhibitions based on a 360-degree view of arts and culture that includes all the traditional mediums of art such as painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, fiber art, printmaking, etc., as well as video art, film, fashion, performance, music and much more! 

For “Hot American Summer", FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel will use the Gallery and first floor space to showcase the works that are selected. This diverse survey embraces different styles and mediums of art in both 2D and 3D works. All the works selected for exhibitions are for sale and will be represented on the gallery website for purchase by hotel patrons and art collectors from across the nation.

“Hot American Summer" hopes to capture the spirit of a classic, nostalgic summer — think road trips down old highways, melting ice cream cones, backyard barbecues, fireworks, beach days, and long golden evenings. We want to showcase the warmth, freedom, and timeless memories that make American summers so iconic.

BACKGROUND

FOUND:RE Contemporary is a premier commercial gallery space in the heart of downtown Phoenix. It represents both emerging and established artists through a regular series of exhibitions and special events that happen in conjunction with the art programming at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel. 

Legal: Selected artist(s) will permit the photography of artworks, including use in promotional materials. All reasonable effort will be made to credit the artist in promotions and when communicating with the media. Being accepted in the show is only a commitment to have the works in the show represented for sale and any further terms and conditions about representation will be negotiated by the hotel curator and the artist.

Content: This open call is to identify artists who want to exhibit at FOUND:RE Phoenix Hotel, or who are looking for representation by FOUND:RE Contemporary. Artists are encouraged to submit works that demonstrate visually satisfying and thought-provoking work. Artwork should explore or incorporate iconography, whether it’s traditional, contemporary, or unique to the artist’s vision. 

FOUND:RE Contemporary welcomes submissions in a wide range of mediums. 3-Dimensional works are welcome, however, space is limited. 

SUBMISSION DETAILS

Interested artists are encouraged to learn more about FOUND:RE Phoenix and FOUND:RE Contemporary via the following websites: foundrehotels.com and foundrecontemporary.com.

Eligibility: This opportunity is only open to artists, designers, creative individuals and creative teams living and working in the state of Arizona.

Artists should be Articipants with our local partner, Artlink Inc. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org.

There will be approximately 50 artists selected, depending on the number of works submitted and how many can be shown. 

Honoraria: Artists will receive a standard 50% commission on all sales.

Criteria: Selections will be based upon the quality, originality, and craftsmanship of their work as they relate to the exhibition’s theme. 

Project Rates: The chosen artist is responsible for transport and delivery of the works. FOUND:RE will install, insure and secure all works for a period of two months, after which time they will be returned to the artists. Artwork can be stored by FOUND:RE for a total of 30 days after the exhibition. Artwork can remain for sale on the website under consignment for a limited term contract to be determined by negotiation between FOUND:RE’s Curator of Art & Culture and the exhibiting artists. This is an offer that may be extended beyond the original terms and dates if the artist is interested, but it is not mandatory. All works accepted will be on consignment for the terms of the exhibition unless other terms are agreed upon in advance between the curators and the artist.

Timeline:*

• Submissions Due: Friday, May 23rd by 5:00 p.m. (local AZ time) 
• Artists Notified/Finalists Announced: Friday, May 30th, 2025  
• Artwork Drop-Off: Monday, June 16th, 2025
• Opening Reception: Friday, June 20th, 2025
• Exhibition Dates: June 20th, 2025 – October 12th, 2025 

*Timeline subject to change

Submission Requirements:

Please make sure you follow ALL guidelines and complete the entire submission form, including the following:

• A current resume. 
• 1-3 digital images of artwork in any medium and genre you would like to exhibit.
• An image list that includes your full name (First, Last) title, medium, year of completion, size, and price. All files in your digital portfolio should be labeled with your last name and the title of your work (Last name, Title). 
• A current email and phone number. 

Every submission is appreciated and will be seriously considered.

Artists will be notified by email.

NOTE: Submissions are received through this Submittable platform. Please create an account or sign in below.

The Carmody Foundation is now accepting applications from Arizona-based artists for the ninth cycle of its grant program to support the work of 15 artists with the Art for Good grants. The submission deadline is Friday, May 30, 2025 by 5:00 p.m. (local Arizona time).

BACKGROUND 

In 2017, Tom and Laurie Carmody established The Carmody Foundation to expand the quality of life for families through access to affordable housing, extend health services to women for reproductive care and victims of violence, and elevate awareness of school-aged children of careers in trade services.

The Art for Good Program was developed in support of these philanthropic initiatives and in recognition of requests artists receive to contribute artworks in support of nonprofits' fundraising efforts. The program demonstrates how artists and the private sector can work together to improve and impact lives in our community. Read more about The Carmody Foundation here. 

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

The Carmody Foundation is pleased to invite Arizona artists to apply for the 9th Annual Art for Good Grant Project. This year's cycle will expand from ten selected artists to fifteen. Fifteen (15) grants of $1000 will be awarded to 15 artists selected by a jury panel to produce a new, original piece of art. 

The original works of art produced by these 15 artists will be donated to various nonprofit organizations for auction, further supporting their fundraising efforts to provide much-needed services to the community.  

Partner nonprofits are selected from among those currently supported by The Carmody Foundation and may include (but are not limited to) the following organizations:

• Camp Patrick
• Maggie's Place
• UMOM
• Chicanos Por La Causa (CPLC De Colores)
• Community Bridges of AZ
• Hope Women's Center of Phoenix
• Phoenix Conservatory of Music
• Native American Connections
• Boys and Girls Clubs of AZ
• Hospice of the Valley
• New Life Center
• Foster AZ
• Fresh Start for Women
• Genesis City

Art for Good Reception: Selected artists will be invited to a reception to meet representatives of the nonprofit organizations supported by the grant program. The works created for the program will be on view in a group exhibition hosted at mood room, located at 3121 N 3rd Ave STE 100, Phoenix, AZ 85013.  The opening reception and award ceremony will be on First Friday, November 7, 2025.

SUBMISSION AND GRANT DETAILS  

• As part of the submission, artists are asked to provide a conceptual framework of the artwork to be produced, if selected.
• Provide up to 3 images of past work as examples
• Provide a rough description/sketch of the concept for the proposed work.  
• Each selected artist will receive a $1,000 grant. An initial payment of $250 will be given during a meet and greet reception with the various nonprofits in August (date to be determined)
• All artwork must be completed and delivered to mood room on or before Sunday, October 26, 2025.
• A group show for the grant recipients will be held at the mood room for the month of November 2025. The opening reception will be on First Friday, November 7, 2025, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• All pieces created for the project will be on display in the aforementioned group show. They will not be for sale, as they are to be donated to the charities listed above.
• Each selected artist will have the opportunity to show up to two additional pieces (Depending on size), along with their Grant piece, for an opportunity to generate additional revenue through potential sales.
• Final distribution of the awards ($750) and the three additional awards will all be presented at the opening reception of the group show.  (artists are recommended to be present for the awards ceremony. However, if that is not possible, arrangements can be made)

Criteria: The Carmody Foundation advocates for the arts, education, health care, entrepreneurs, and fair housing. The selected artists will include those whose work addresses, exemplifies, and/or examines these themes. 

Eligibility: This opportunity is open to artists who live and work in Arizona with the ability to produce exemplary art. Artists must be over the age of 18 and be pre-registered as an Artlink Articipant. Find the registration form on artlinkphx.org (Articipant fees are optional).  

Project Timeline:*

• Submission deadline: Friday, May 30, 2025, 5:00 pm (local Arizona time)
• Artists notified: Week of June 23, 2025
• Artists & nonprofit reception:  August 2025 (mood room; date and time TBD)
• Delivery of artwork: On or Before Sunday, October 26, 2025 (specific times TBD based on all parties' availability)
• Exhibition opening reception: Friday, November 7, 2025 (First Friday), 6 to 10 pm

*Timeline subject to change 

Every submission is appreciated and will be seriously considered. Artists will be notified by email. 

Questions? Email submissions@artlinkphx.org.

NOTE: Submissions are received through this Submittable platform. Please create an account or sign in below.