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.
Request for Proposals
Deadline: Friday, May 15, 2026
Contact: Timothy.Hull@yc.edu
The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery invites artists to submit proposals to Transform a Vintage Phone Booth into an Interactive Sculpture.
Pics & Video: https://www.ycarts.org/phone-booth-artist-proposal
Artists are encouraged to combine technology and aesthetics to create an interactive experience within the phone booth.
The sculpture will be installed on the Yavapai College Prescott Campus.
The winning artist will receive $1,000 for materials and construction, a $1,000 stipe-end, and a $500 travel allownce.
Access to the booth available on request.
Timothy.Hull@yc.edu
CALL FOR ARTISTS
The Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery Presents:
Art in the Pines: The ith Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival
Calling all Plein Air Painters! Come to the beautiful mountain town of Prescott, Arizona and paint the pine forests, boulder-lined highland lakes and historic architecture.
August 26-30, 2026 - Festival
August 30 - Sept. 11 - Exhibition
The Best of Show winner will be awarded $1,000 and a solo exhibition at a gallery in Prescott.
Other Prizes Include:
$500 for 1st Place
$250 for 2nd Place
$150 for 3rd Place
and more . . .
Festival Judge: Tom Conner
https://tomconnerstudio.com/
The Festival will take place from August 26-30, 2026, with a reception and sale at the the YC Prescott Gallery on Sunday, Aug. 30 from 1pm to 4pm.
Artists will receive 50 percent of sales of paintings completed during the Festival.
Artist Submission Period: January 23 - April 30, 2026
Artist Application Fee: $20.
(Submissions fees are used for festival promotion, prizes, and to a reception and art sale to close the festival. Art in the Pines is administered through the Yavapai College Foundation, a nonprofit.)
Artist Notification of Acceptance: Friday, May 15, 2026
Fill out the Art in the Pines: The 7th Annual Prescott Plein Air Festival Artist Application completely, including uploading an artist biography, artist photo, and up to three photos of your plein air artwork.
The submissions will be juried by the Art in the Pines Committe and 15-20 artists accepted for the festival.
Housing: The Art in the Pines Committee will attempt to find host homes or other free accommodations in Prescott for all out-of-town artists.
For more information contact:
Tim Hull, Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery Manager
For more information contact:
Tim Hull, Yavapai College Prescott Art Gallery Manager
928/776-2031
Call for Art: HeART of America
October 1st - October 29th, 2026
HeART of America is a juried exhibition at the Patty McMullen-Mikles Art Gallery exploring the symbols, icons, and stories that have shaped the American experience. From the American flag and the Statue of Liberty to historic landmarks, cultural traditions, and everyday objects that define life in the United States, the exhibition highlights the diverse ways artists interpret the nation’s identity. Celebrating America 250, HeART of America invites visitors to reflect and connect with the symbols and iconography that continues to define what it means to be American.
HeART of America | October 1st - October 29th, 2026
Opening Reception: October 1st from 5pm - 7pm
601 Black Hills Drive, Bldg F, Clarkdale, AZ
Gallery Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 10 am – 3pm
What Artwork fits this exhibition?
National Symbols: American flag, Bald eagle, Statue of Liberty, Liberty Bell, Uncle Sam, White House, U.S. Capitol dome, Mount Rushmore, The Great Seal of the United States, The Pledge of Allegiance text, The Constitution, Declaration of Independence, The Star-Spangled Banner, Lady Liberty torch, Red, white, and blue color scheme
Americana & Road Culture: Route 66 sign, Classic diners, Neon motel signs, Drive-in theaters, Gas station pumps (vintage), Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Pickup trucks, Muscle cars, Cadillac tail-fins, Airstream trailers, Barns with flag murals, Grain silos, Roadside attractions (giant statues), Desert highways
Pop Culture Icons: Hollywood sign, Mickey Mouse, Superman “S” shield, Captain America shield, Elvis Presley, Marilyn Monroe, Coca-Cola logo, McDonald’s golden arches, Apple logo, Nike swoosh, Blue jeans (Levi’s 501s), Baseball cap, Converse Chuck Taylors, Barbie doll, The Oscars statuette
Sports Symbols: Baseball and bat, MLB logo silhouette, NFL shield, Super Bowl trophy, NBA logo, College football helmets, Tailgating imagery
Western & Frontier Imagery: Cowboy hat, Cowboy boots, Spurs, Horseshoe, Rodeo rider, Lasso, Longhorn skull, Covered wagon, Log cabin, Sheriff’s star badge, Saloon doors, Prairie landscape
Holiday & Seasonal Americana: Fourth of July fireworks, Uncle Sam hats, Thanksgiving turkey, Pilgrim hat, Cornucopia, Pumpkin pie, Christmas small-town Main Street
Architectural & Landmark Symbols: Golden Gate Bridge, Empire State Building, Gateway Arch, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Brooklyn Bridge, Times Square billboards, Las Vegas neon sign, Southern plantation columns, New England lighthouse, Midwestern water tower
Folk Art & Visual Motifs: Barn stars, Quilts, Weather vanes, Whirligigs, Americana typography (script signage), Vintage hand-painted signs, Patriotic bunting, Checkerboard picnic cloth
Music & Cultural Motifs: Electric guitar, Blues harmonica, Banjo, Jazz trumpet, Nashville skyline, Vinyl records, Jukebox, Boom box, Hip-hop graffiti
Food & Everyday Icons: Apple pie, Hot dog, Hamburger, BBQ smoker, Milkshake glass, Red-and-white checkered basket, Corn dog, Thanksgiving table, Diner coffee mug
Submission Guidelines
· Eligible media: all media; including Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Mixed Media, Digital, Metal, Wood, Glass, Printmaking, Sculpture, Fiber, Photography, etc
· Deadline: September 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 5 entries per Artist
· 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 48-inches in width and 48-inches height.
Important Dates:
Submission Deadline: September 1st, 2026
Artist Notification: September 5th, 2026
Gallery Drop off Date: Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 1st, 2026 | 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Artwork Pickup: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026 | 10 am – 3 pm
Juror: Robyn Prud'homme-Bauer, Clarkdale Mayor
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