September: The Character of Home
Character of Home — What gives a place its soul? Is it the curve of a river, the creak of a weathered barn door, the memories passed through generations, or the resilience etched into the land? For this September Exhibition, celebrate the unique spirit of Northwest Colorado. Explore the stories, textures, and identities that shape our sense of home and the familiar. Let your art tell the story of what makes this place not just where we live, but where we belong.
We encourage submissions that reflect the physical beauty of the landscape—its valleys, peaks, wildlife, and skies—as well as work that draws from the area’s cultural heritage: ranching roots, Indigenous histories, immigrant narratives, small-town traditions, and the rhythms of rural life. Multidisciplinary works are encouraged including: sculpture, paintings, poetry, contemporary installations, video, photography, and beyond.
Questions- reach out to programs@steamboatcreates.org
Deadline to Apply: August 26th
December: A Little Joy
A Little Joy– This holiday season, explore small works with big heart. We’re seeking artwork that captures delight, comfort, whimsy, or wonder—pieces that are meant to be gifted, cherished, and easily carried from our walls to someone’s home. Think tiny treasures, joyful gestures, and the magic of something made by hand. Whether it’s a moment of beauty, a glimmer of humor, or a spark of warmth—what does a little joy look like to you?
- Recommended dimensions: no larger than 16″x16″
- Priced for holiday gifting: suggested range: maximum $200
- Artists may submit up to 4 works
Join us in filling the gallery with light, color, and joy—just in time for the season of giving. Multidisciplinary works are encouraged including: sculpture, paintings, poetry, contemporary installations, video, photography, and beyond.
Questions- reach out to programs@steamboatcreates.org
Deadline to Apply: November 17th
Solo & Group Show Proposals
Steamboat Creates is seeking inquiries for solo and group show proposals for June 2026-May 2027 in the Depot Art Center. Visual arts priorities include participatory art, collaborations, innovative exhibits, and fine art exhibits that display a mastery of the medium. Artwork must be for sale. This opportunity is open to all artists and mediums.
If you have questions about the 2026 selection process, please reach out to our Program Director via programs@steamboatcreates.org
or call 970-879-9008 for more information.
All Exhibiting Artists
A W-9 form needs to be turned in along with an application to every Steamboat Creates show, to ensure payment to the artist for sold work.
Form
All Exhibiting Artists
All artists need to have an Artist Agreement on file. Artists only need to fill the agreement out once each calendar year.
Artist Agreement