open calls & submissions
Inspired Minds Gallery
Inspired Minds Art Gallery showcases Hays County and surrounding area artists. We are always working on new Open Calls for submissions and will continue to post them here. Please check back frequently, or subscribe to our email list to stay up to date!
Please direct questions and inquiries to Joy Bliss at Joy@InspiredMinds.Art
Open Call
Announcing an open call for artists who are interested in having a three-week solo show in the Inspired Minds Gallery, located on the bustling Main St, in Historic Downtown Buda, Texas.
This is a unique opportunity for emerging and established artists to showcase their work in an award-winning gallery that is dedicated to promoting contemporary art.
Joy Bliss, Gallery Manager
Sell your art in the Inspired Minds Holiday Gift Shop!
Shopping Dates: November 21–December 23, 2025
Deadline to Apply: October 30, 2025
Application Fee: None!
This curated five-week event showcases handcrafted, artistic, and one-of-a-kind items from local artists and makers.
Vendors enjoy the convenience of an indoor, climate-controlled gallery where Inspired Minds staff handle all sales and customer service, so you can simply drop off your work and let us do the rest.
Suggested items: small original artworks, ceramics, glassworks, jewelry, ornaments, holiday cards, textiles, wearable art, home décor, art prints, and other unique gift-ready goods.
Shoppers will discover unique gifts and original art in a festive setting, offering a meaningful alternative to big-box holiday shopping.
Applications are open now! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special seasonal gift shop!
Market Dates: October 10–November 14, 2025
Location: Inspired Minds Gift Shop
Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025
The Inspired Minds Art Center is transforming our gift shop into a Witches Market for the autumn season and we invite makers, mystics, and creatives to apply.
This is a seasonal celebration of handmade and mystical goods.
We’re seeking vendors offering goods such as:
● Candles, incense, and aromatherapy products
● Jewelry and accessories
● Tarot decks, oracle cards, crystals, and divination tools
● Art, books, sage bundles, and other mystical or magical items
● Small artworks and prints
If your offerings align with the mystical, magical, or artistic spirit of the season, we invite you to:
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Download the Info PDF
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apply through the Submission Form
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Submission Deadline: September 30, 2025
If you have questions, please contact Joy Bliss at Joy@inspiredminds.art
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Be a part of the 2025 Buda Arts Festival!
This is a juried exhibit open to artists of all mediums for artwork created prior to the Buda Art Festival.
Artists must submit a portfolio of 3 works of art in any medium to be juried. A link to upload images will be provided in the follow-up Registration Email. If selected, artists may display up to two works of art for the Festival Art Show. Artists will be notified of acceptance within 5 days from submission date.
Artist Registration Fees And Discounts
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$40 Early Bird Registration - DEADLINE Aug 1
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$60 Standard Registration - DEADLINE Sept. 30
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Be a part of the 2025 Buda Arts Festival! We're seeking artist and musicians to apply for the following events:
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Plein Air Competition
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Quick Draw Competition
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Festival Fine Art Show
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Artist Market Vendors
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Youth Artist & Makers
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Art Demonstrators
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Street Musicians
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Dancers and Performance Artists
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Volunteers
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It’s that time again—we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your creativity in the 5th Annual Inspired Minds Student Art Show! This show is all about celebrating YOU—your growth, your imagination, and the incredible work you’ve created right here at Inspired Minds Art Center. (Of course, your teachers are beyond excited to brag about you, too!)
Every year, we are amazed by the talent and dedication of our students, and this exhibition is our way of honoring your artistic journey. Inspired Minds is more than just a place to take classes—it’s a vibrant community where creativity, learning, and friendships flourish.
Adult students (18+) have the option to sell their artwork in the show! No pressure—this is completely up to you. Whether you create for personal fulfillment or are ready to share your art with the world, we support you. If you have questions about pricing your work, feel free to chat with your instructor.
Thank you for being a part of our creative family. You are the reason Inspired Minds exists, and we can’t wait to celebrate your artistic achievements once again!
QUALIFYING ARTISTS
Artists of all ages who participated in any Inspired Minds Art Center classes or workshops.
SUBMISSION & DROP-OFF PROCESS
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DOWNLOAD and READ the PDF
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SUMBIT your artwork by clicking the SUBMISSIONS BUTTON below. DEADLINE: Feb 28
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TWO piece of artwork may be submitted per student.
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Artwork must be dropped off at Inspired Minds Art Center from March 3 & 4, 1pm - 6pm
IMPORTANT DATES
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Submission Deadline: Feb 28, 2025
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Drop off Artwork: March 3 & 4, 1pm-6pm
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Gallery Exhibit: March 7 - 29
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Opening Reception: March 7, 6pm-8pm
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We are currently seeking small, handcrafted, unique items to offer for sale in the gift shop section of the Gallery at Inspired Minds Art Center.
We have limited space available in our shop, and we will ensure that there is a variety of products available. Preference will be given to Hays County area artists and vendors, but anyone is welcome to submit.
For more information, commission rates, and inventory requirements, please submit your information via the form below. Be sure to include images of your products and/or a website or social media feed for examples of your creations.
If you have questions, please contact Joy Bliss at Joy@inspiredminds.art
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Charitable Project: Buy a Bowl, Feed 100 People
On January 25, 2025, Inspired Minds Art Center is celebrating its 5th birthday by giving back to the community that has been so supportive of the arts. The art center is teaming up with local artists and restaurants to raise money for the Hays County Food Bank by hosting an Empty Bowl event entitled, “Buy a Bowl, Feed 100 People.” Every handcrafted, ceramic bowl sold at the event will come with a choice of gourmet soup from local restaurants. The proceeds from each $35 Empty Bowl purchase will be donated to the Hays County Food Bank to feed 100 people!
The Need: 400 Ceramic Bowls
We are seeking 400 ceramic soup bowls of all sizes, shapes, and colors donated by area potters and pottery students.
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Bowls must be:
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Ceramic
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Food-safe glazed
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2 cup volume
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No cracks, crevices, or pinholes
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No sharp/rough edges
How to Donate: Thank you so much for your donation!
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Read the PDF
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Click the DONATE button to fill out the form
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Bring your donation to Inspired Minds Art Center by January 17th, 2025.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
January 17th, 2025
Questions? Contact:
Emily Hohertz
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Win a solo show in the
Inspired Minds Gallery!
This is a high-speed painting competition set the live cumbia beats of Money Chicha. Only 8 artists will be selected to compete. Artists go head-to-head in three 20-minute rounds. The audience chooses the winner!
FREE to apply and compete.
This is a fundraiser for Tandem Arts Partnership 501c3.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
January 13, 2025
COMPETITION DATE:
February 8, 2025
Questions? Contact:
Sinéad Whiteside
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You’re invited to submit your handmade art and crafts to the 2024 Inspired Minds Holiday Bazaar for an opportunity to have a vendor booth throughout the holiday season!
We’re transforming the Inspired Mind Gallery into floor-to-ceiling holiday shopping, and we’re hand-selecting a very limited number of artists and artisans whose work has the one-of-a-kind, unique quality and superior craftsmanship that fits our clientele.
Please read through the PDF below, and let us know if you’d like to pursue this opportunity to sell your artwork and products at the Inspired Minds Holiday Bazaar by completing the APPLICATION.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
OCTOBER 20, 2024
Application Priority is first-come, first-served, so spots may fill before the deadline.
Questions? Contact:
Joy Bliss