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 Art Gallery in Prescott, Arizona
Presents
To Alter or Abolish
January 23 – February 20, 2026
The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a group exhibition on the art of protest, propaganda, and communication in the public sphere. We are looking for art that explores these essential social actions from historical and contemporary perspectives.
Artists working in any medium, including painting, sculpture, photography, textiles, ceramics, printmaking, digital art, and beyond, are encouraged to showcase their work in a vibrant and inclusive gallery setting.
The Juror for To Alter or Abolish is Brittany Corrales, Curator at the Arizona State University Art Museum
Submissions Open: Friday, October 17, 2025
Submissions Close: Friday, December 5, 2025, 11:59pm
Artist Notification: Friday, December 19, 2026
Art Delivery Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
Submission Cost: $10 for 1 submission; $5 for each additional submission; limit of 6 submissions.
The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery cannot pay to ship or return artwork. All accepted artists must deliver their work to the gallery in person or pay to ship and return their work.
Limitations: Weight of hanging art cannot exceed 40 pounds. All 2D works on paper must be framed with glass and wired for hanging. All works on canvas must be gallery-wrapped and wired for hanging.
Questions? Contact YC Galleries Manager Tim Hull @Timothy.Hull@yc.edu
Call for Art: Freedom in Three Dimensions
The Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery invites submissions for an upcoming exhibition exploring the theme of Freedom through three-dimensional works. What does freedom look like when it takes shape in space? We are seeking sculpture, ceramics, fiber art, mixed media, and other 3D practices that give physical form to the many meanings of freedom—personal, political, cultural, spiritual, or environmental. Selected works will be exhibited in the Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery, A Space for Freedom exhibition, highlighting the diverse ways freedom is represented.
A Space for Freedom | February 26th - April 2nd, 2026
Opening Reception: February 26th from 5pm - 7pm
601 Black Hills Drive, Bldg F, Clarkdale, AZ
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am – 3pm
Artists are encouraged to consider questions such as:
· How does freedom expand, contract, or transform in space?
· Can freedom be held, contained, or made to move?
· What stories of freedom need to be built, carved, molded, or assembled?
Submission Guidelines
· Eligible media: all 3D forms including ceramics, metal, fiber, mixed media
· Deadline: February 1st, 2026
· Mailed artwork will be accepted. Yavapai College does not pay for shipping or insurance.
· Include with submission: artist name, title, medium, dimensions, price, and brief statement (optional)
· $10 entry free per piece of artwork raises funds for monetary awards.
· Max 3 entries per Artist
· 3D artwork is not to exceed 40 lbs.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: February 1st, 2026
Artist Notification: February 6th, 2026
Gallery Drop off Date: Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 26th 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Artwork Pickup: Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Juror: TBA
Terms and Conditions
Artists will need to deliver artwork to the gallery on the specified date. If delivery cannot be made on drop off date, prior arrangements must be made with gallery manager. Mailed Art will be accepted with prior arrangement with gallery manager. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs, insurance and providing a return label. All artwork selected for the exhibition will be photographed by the college. 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 instillation. YC reserves the right to reject work that is deemed fragile or unstable. ** All Artwork must be labeled clearly with artist name on the back or bottom. *
Questions? Contact Verde Gallery Manager Molly Borsom @ molly.borsom@yc.edu
Call for Art: Portraits of Freedom
The Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery invites submissions for portrait artwork exploring the faces of freedom. What does freedom look like? Through portraiture, we ask artists to explore the people, identities, histories, and imagined figures that embody freedom. Portraits may be realistic, abstract, symbolic, or experimental — all interpretations are welcome. Selected works will be exhibited in the Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery, A Space for Freedom exhibition, highlighting the diverse ways freedom is represented through the human face and form.
A Space for Freedom | February 26th - April 2nd, 2026
Opening Reception: February 26th from 5pm - 7pm
601 Black Hills Drive, Bldg F, Clarkdale, AZ
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am – 3pm
Submission Guidelines
· Eligible Media: Painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media,
· Theme: The Faces of Freedom
· Deadline: February 1st, 2026
· Mailed artwork will be accepted. Yavapai College does not pay for shipping or insurance.
· Include with submission: artist name, title, medium, dimensions, price, and brief statement (optional)
· $10 entry fee per piece of artwork raises funds for monetary awards.
· Max 3 entries per Artists
Art must be adequately framed, wired, and ready to hang (no saw tooth or loop hangers). Gallery wraps are acceptable provided they are at least 1/2 inch deep and are painted on all four sides. Three-dimensional work is not to exceed 40 lbs. Two-dimensional work must not exceed 40-inches in width and height.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: February 1st, 2026
Artist Notification: February 6th, 2026
Gallery Drop off Date: Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Opening Reception: Thursday, February 26th 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Artwork Pickup: Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Juror: TBA
Terms and Conditions
Artists will need to deliver artwork to the gallery on the specified date. If delivery cannot be made on drop off date, prior arrangements must be made with gallery manager. Mailed Art will be accepted with prior arrangement with gallery manager. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs, insurance and providing a return label. All artwork selected for the exhibition will be photographed by the college. 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 instillation. YC reserves the right to reject work that is deemed fragile or unstable. ** All Artwork must be labeled clearly with artist name on the back or bottom. *
Questions? Contact Verde Gallery Manager Molly Borsom at Molly.Borsom@yc.edu.
Verde Valley Young Artists' Showcase | Juried High School Exhibition 2026
The Yavapai College Verde Campus Art Gallery presents the Verde Valley Young Artists' Showcase - a juried high school exhibition in the Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery. 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. Scholarships will be awarded for a visual arts course in Fall 2026/Spring2027.
Eligibility Original artwork created by high school students in Yavapai County and surrounding areas, within the past year. Each Artist may submit one piece to the exhibition. Artwork can be any media: painting, drawing, collage, jewelry, photography, fiber, clay, metal, paper, ceramics, sculpture, etc. Artwork must be ready to hang or display.
ENTRY DEADLINE: December 1st, 2025 @ 11:59 PM
Dates of Exhibitions: January 20th, 2026 - February 12th, 2026
Artists Reception January 29th, 2026, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
The opening reception is free and open to the public.
Timeline
November 1st, Mon ....................................…. Online Submission Starts at 12:01 am
December 1st, Mon .............................................. Online Submission Ends at 11:59 pm
December 5th, Fri................................................................. Notification of Acceptance
Jan 6th, Tues................................................ Deliver Artwork to Gallery by Appointment
Jan 29th, Thur.................................................... Artists Reception: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
February 12th, Thur ............................. Exhibition Closes: Pick up Artwork - 3pm - 5 pm
Questions? Email: molly.borsom@yc.edu
Threshold considers submissions from members of the Yavapai College community. Submit before December 1, 2025 to have your writing considered for the Spring 2026 issue. We only consider digital submissions via our Submittable page.
Please send up to five poems. We will be curating a selection of poetry. Please note that not all submissions will be accepted for publication this time around. We encourage you to resubmit in fall of 2026!
We do consider simultaneous submissions. However, if part or all of your submission is accepted elsewhere, please let us know right away by emailing bsahni@prescott.edu. Please do not submit more than once per reading period.
Guidelines
Submissions must be in either PDF or Word format.
- Poetry – Up to 5 poems in one document.
Submission Format
-Page numbers
-Standard font like Times New Roman or Garamond
-Include your name and email on the first page
Threshold considers submissions from members of the Yavapai College community. Submit before December 1, 2025 to have your writing considered for the Spring 2026 issue. We only consider digital submissions via our Submittable page.
Please send up to fifteen, double-spaced pages of prose. We will be curating a selection of prose. Please note that not all submissions will be accepted for publication this time around. We encourage you to resubmit in fall of 2026!
We do consider simultaneous submissions. However, if part or all of your submission is accepted elsewhere, please let us know right away by emailing bsahni@prescott.edu. Please do not submit more than once per reading period.
Guidelines:
Submissions must be in either PDF or Word format.
- Fiction – up to 15 pages, double-spaced. We will consider one longer story of 15 pages or a few flash pieces not exceeding 15 pages. If submitting multiple short pieces, please include everything in one document.
Submission Format
-Page numbers
-Double-spaced
-Standard font like Times New Roman or Garamond
-Include your name and email on the first page
Threshold considers submissions from members of the Yavapai College community. Submit before December 1, 2025 to have your writing considered for the Spring 2026 issue. We only consider digital submissions via our Submittable page.
Please send up to fifteen, double-spaced pages of prose. We will be curating a selection of prose for the issue. Please note that not all submissions will be accepted for publication this time around. We encourage you to resubmit in fall of 2026!
We do consider simultaneous submissions. However, if part or all of your submission is accepted elsewhere, please let us know right away by emailing bsahni@prescott.edu. Please do not submit more than once per reading period.
Guidelines
Submissions must be in either PDF or Word format.
- Nonfiction up to fifteen double-spaced pages. We will consider one longer essay of 15 pages or a few flash pieces not exceeding 15 pages. If submitting multiple short pieces, please include everything in one document.
Submission Format
-Page numbers
-Double-spaced
-Standard font like Times New Roman or Garamond
-Include your name and email on the first page
Threshold considers submissions from members of the Yavapai College community. Submit before December 1, 2025 to have your writing considered for the Spring 2026 issue. We only consider digital submissions via our Submittable page.
Please send up to three pieces. We will be curating a selection of visual art & design. Please note that not all submissions will be accepted for publication this time around. We encourage you to resubmit in fall of 2026!
We do consider simultaneous submissions. However, if part or all of your submission is accepted elsewhere, please let us know right away by emailing Lindsay.Masten@yc.edu
Guidelines
Submissions must be in JPG or TIFF
Minimum 6 inches by 6 inches at 300 ppi (higher resolutions are appreciated).
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 $10.
This call is open to all professional artists, including individual artists, collaborative teams, and designers with experience in public art projects. It is preferred that the artist can be on-site for installation. The budget covers the artists costs, fabrication, materials, travel and accommodation for installation. Budget 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