Yavapai College operates two art galleries, the Prescott Art Gallery and the Verde Art Gallery. Both maintain a diverse range of visual art exhibitions featuring nationally recognized artists and emerging artists alike, providing opportunities for the presentation of art in all media.
The Prescott Art Gallery is located within the Performing Arts Center on the Yavapai Campus in Prescott, Arizona. This is an attractive space with high ceilings and 1792 sq/ft of exhibition space with a moveable wall system and LED track lighting.
The Verde Art Gallery is located on the Verde Valley campus in Clarkdale, Arizona. This gallery has a variable height ceiling with track lighting and is 900 sq/ft.
Both galleries are easily accessible and visited by many students, community members and out of town visitors.
Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery presents
The 2025 Young Artists' Showcase: A Juried High School Exhibition
February 28 - March 28, 2025
Opening Reception: Friday, February 28, 5pm to 7pm, Awards at 6pm
The exhibition provides high school students with the opportunity to experience the submission and jury process and to present their artwork in a professional fine art gallery, while receiving recognition for their accomplishments from professionals in the field.
We are looking for original artwork created within the last year by high school students in Yavapai County and the surrounding area. Students may submit up to two entries in any media, including painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, jewelry, photography, fiber, clay, metal, ceramics, and sculpture.
Online Submissions Start: Monday, January 6
Online Submissions End: Friday, January 31, 11:59 pm
Artist Notification: Friday, February 7
Deliver Accepted Artwork to YC Prescott Art Gallery: Saturday, February 22, 10am to 2pm
Juror: Dr. Brandelyn Andres, Artist and professor of art history at Yavapai College Prescott
Bio: Dr. Andres is a professor of art history at Yavapai College and specializes in ancient Aegean and feminist critical theory. She has three degrees in art history, a B.A. from the University of California at Santa Barbara, an M.A. from Cal State University-Chico, and is a doctorate from Arizona State University. She gave a presentation on Photography During the Civil War as part of the OLLI Munch & Learn series in 2017, and the 2013 Gettysburg Symposium. For the 2016 Yavapai faculty art exhibition, she created an appropriation series which featured historical works of art with contemporary additions. She has been a lecturer at Saddlebrook College in Mission Viejo, California, Cal State University-Chico, and Mt. San Jacinto College. Dr, Andres also has an A.A.F.A in Studio Arts (2011) from Mt. San Jacinto College and was their gallery director for 5 years.
Admin LVL 1 Artspace Presents
4 Seasons: Spring
Springtime is here.
We’re looking for 2D works of art, including photography, painting, watercolor, and graphite drawing. Give us your best. The exhibit will be ready by March 20, the first day of spring, and will run for two months.
Contact Info:
Phone: 928.776.2031
Email: edward.mastio@yc.edu
Requirements:
All Art Must Be Wired
4 Season Exhibition Dates
Thursday, March Feb. 24 – May 5, 2025
Submissions Open: Monday, January 13
Submissions Close: Friday, February 7
Acceptance Notification: Feb. 11
Drop off Artwork @ YC Art Gallery, Prescott: Monday, Feb. 17 & Tuesday Feb. 18, 10am to 2pm
Call to Artists | Installation Exhibition
Exhibition Dates: October 2nd - October 30th, 2025
Yavapai College is excited to announce the opportunity for an independent installation exhibition in the Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery. This juried opportunity will invite one or two artists to take over the gallery with installations. The gallery is 950 square feet with both natural and track lighting. Open to artists working in all mediums.
Location: Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery
Yavapai College, Verde Valley Campus
601 Black Hills Drive, Bldg F, Clarkdale, AZ
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am – 3pm
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: August 1st, 2025
Artist Notification: September 1st, 2025
Installation Dates: September 23rd - September 30th, 2025
Artists Reception: October 2nd, 2025 | 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Requirements:
All Submissions must be made online with Submittable.com. Artists may submit 3 different concepts for installations. Submission fee is $25.
The call is open to both emerging and established artists aged 18 and above, working in all mediums. It is preferred that the artist can be on-site for installations with help of gallery staff, if needed. Artist is responsible for all costs related to installation, travel, accommodation, etc. Stipend will be awarded based on submissions.
All proposals will be reviewed by the Visual Arts Department. Submissions will be graded on scope of proposal, artistic merit, and alignment with program outcomes.
What you need to Submit:
Proposal/Statement: Artists should submit a brief written proposal that outlines their vision for the installation (maximum word count 500).
Portfolio/Work Samples: A selection of relevant work (20 images max) that demonstrates previous installations or related projects.
Artist Statement or Bio: A short statement about the artist’s practice and background.
CV/Resume: Provide a current CV to highlight professional experience.
Timeline: A general idea of how long the artist expects to take for installation, de-installation, and any special requirements.
Terms and Conditions
It is preferred that the artist can be on-site for installations with help of gallery staff if needed. Artist is responsible for all costs related to installation, travel, accommodation, etc. Other arrangements can be made with approval of gallery manager if artist is unable to be available for instllation. Artwork selected for the exhibition will be photographed by the college. YC is responsible for marketing materials and anything additional must be approved by YC. The YC Art Gallery retains a 25% commission on all works sold. Sold work remains in gallery during the entire exhibition. Payments are made to artists at the close of the exhibition. Works to be included and their installation will be at the discretion of the Gallery Manager. YC reserves the right to reject works that were not properly prepared for installation. YC reserves the right to reject work that is deemed fragile or unstable.
Questions? Contact Gallery Manager Molly Borsom @ molly.borsom@yc.edu
Call to Artists | Public Art
Yavapai College is excited to announce the opportunity for an installation of public art on the Verde Valley Campus. We invite artists, designers, and creative teams to submit proposals that will beautify and transform public space on campus.
Project Goals:
- To enhance public spaces with original, high-quality art that fosters community engagement and dialogue.
- To create an accessible and visually striking art installation that attracts and inspires both students and visitors.
Location:
Yavapai College, Verde Valley Campus
601 Black Hills Drive, Clarkdale, AZ
Requirements:
All Submissions must be made online with Submittable.com. Submission fee is $15.
This call is open to all professional artists, including individual artists, collaborative teams, and designers with experience in public art projects. Proposals from underrepresented groups and diverse cultural perspectives are especially encouraged. It is preferred that the artist can be on-site for installation. The artist is responsible for all costs related to travel and accommodation. Stipend up to $1,000 available.
Requirements for Submission:
- Artist Statement & Concept Proposal: Provide a brief overview of your vision for the project, including conceptual themes, materials, and intended impact on the community.
- Portfolio: Include up to 10 examples of previous public art projects or relevant work.
- Design Renderings or Sketches: Provide detailed visual representations of your proposed artwork. This can include digital images, drawings, or mock-ups.
- Project Budget & Timeline: Submit a detailed budget outlining the estimated costs for materials, fabrication, installation, and any other expenses. Include a projected timeline for completion.
- References: List at least two professional references who can speak to your experience with public art or similar projects.
Selection Criteria:
- Artistic Merit: Innovation, creativity, and quality of design.
- Community Impact: Ability to engage and resonate with the diverse audience of the community.
- Feasibility: Suitability of the project for the selected site and its technical and logistical feasibility.
- Sustainability: Consideration of long-term durability and maintenance.
Submissions will be evaluated by Visual Arts Department Art Acquisition Committee on an ongoing basis.
Terms and Conditions
It is preferred that the artist can be on-site for installations with help of YC staff if needed. Artist is responsible for all costs related to installation, travel, accommodation, etc. Other arrangements can be made with the approval of gallery manager if the artist is unable to be available for installation. Artwork will be photographed by the college. YC reserves the right to reject works that were not properly prepared for installation. YC reserves the right to reject work that is deemed fragile or unstable.
Questions? Contact Gallery Manager Molly Borsom @ molly.borsom@yc.edu