For Artists
Artist Opportunities
Riverside Arts Council connects artists to calls, exhibitions, vendor opportunities, workshops, public art, creative workforce pathways, and community arts programs.
Current & Ongoing
Opportunities for artists
Explore open and recurring ways to participate with RAC. Please confirm deadlines, eligibility, and sign-up details before applying.
Artists on Main Vendor Spaces
Sell original handmade artwork at Riverside Artswalk. New vendors should review the vendor guidelines, complete the registration packet, and reserve a space through the monthly sign-up process.
- Deadline: Monthly registration / spaces fill quickly
- Location: Main Street, Riverside
- Cost: $15 per artist, paid at check-in
Live Painters
RAC seeks live painters for events throughout Riverside County. This is a strong fit for artists who enjoy creating in public and connecting directly with audiences.
- Deadline: Ongoing / confirm with RAC
- Location: Riverside County events
- Type: Public-facing artist opportunity
Artscape Exhibition Submissions
Artscape is RAC’s public exhibition program in partnership with Riverside County, showcasing Riverside County artists in public civic spaces.
- Deadline: July 31 for the Riverside County Administrative Center September-February cycle
- Deadline: November 30 for the Riverside County Registrar of Voters January-June cycle
- Location: Riverside County civic spaces
- Type: Public exhibition opportunity
Live Bands & DJs
Musicians, bands, and DJs can apply to perform during Riverside Artswalk and support the monthly arts community experience.
- Deadline: Ongoing / confirm with RAC
- Location: Riverside Artswalk
- Type: Performance opportunity
Installation Artists
RAC seeks installation artists for festivals, art walks, and special events. Artwork may include sculptures, stand-alone designs, and interactive creations.
- Deadline: Ongoing / confirm with RAC
- Location: Riverside County events
- Type: Public art / installation
Festival of Lights Opportunities
RAC will open seasonal opportunities connected to Festival of Lights, including artisans, Candyland vendors, Holiday Art Trail installation artists, performers, volunteers, and event staff.
- Season: November-December
- Location: Downtown Riverside and White Park
- Type: Artist, vendor, performance, and event opportunities
Individual Artist Fellowship
The California Arts Council Individual Artist Fellowship recognizes and supports artists and culture bearers through unrestricted funding. RAC supports Riverside County artists as part of the Region 7 fellowship network.
- Cycle: Biennial / future application dates announced when available
- Region: Orange, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties
- Type: Artist fellowship and recognition program
Artist Mentors & Mentees
Established artists can share knowledge with emerging artists, while newer artists can seek mentorship from experienced creatives in their field.
- Deadline: Ongoing / confirm with RAC
- Location: Riverside County
- Type: Mentorship opportunity
Creative Workforce Fellowship
Paid, in-person opportunities for emerging creatives interested in graphic design, storytelling, Artswalk, community events, artist features, communications, and portfolio-building.
- Deadline: Rolling interest form
- Location: In person with RAC
- Paid: Yes
Arts Event Staff
RAC accepts event staff applications on a rolling basis for people passionate about the arts and interested in supporting arts-related events. RAC will reach out when additional event staff support is needed.
- Deadline: Rolling application
- Location: RAC arts events
- Pay: $16.90 per hour
RAC Pathways
Ways artists connect with RAC
Professional Development
Workshops for working artists
RAC’s artist workshop series has included topics such as grant seeking, public speaking and art communication, canvas stretching and preparation, residencies, vending and pop-up best practices, curating, social media, branding, art photography, framing, portfolio building, pricing, and business tax basics.
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Submit an opportunity
Have an artist call, workshop, exhibition, public art project, creative job, internship, or community opportunity to share with Riverside County artists? RAC can use this space to collect partner opportunities.
Submit an OpportunityLooking for broader support? Visit Artist Resources for evergreen tools, or the For Artists hub for programs, workshops, and creative pathways.