

BDAC Artist Calls
BDAC regularly hosts artist calls, providing opportunities for emerging and established artists to showcase their work in our dynamic exhibitions. These calls invite diverse artistic voices to engage with our creative community and share their work and perspectives with a wide audience.
Next Call: Artist-In-Residence

FEBRUARY
Summerfest Performers and Artisans
BDAC’s Summerfest call invites cultural performers and artists to share their talent and celebrate creativity at our vibrant summer event.
FEBRUARY
DSD Student Art Show
The exhibition is a juried competition showcasing the best young artists from across the district. We invite a guest judge to evaluate the artwork,and award prizes to recognize outstanding achievement.

APRIL
Artist-In-Residence
BDAC’s Artist-in-Residence program offers artists dedicated time, space, and support to develop their work while engaging with our creative community.


JUNE
Statewide Annual
An opportunity for artists to submit their work for a juried exhibition curated by a guest curator. Cash prizes are awarded to outstanding pieces, supporting artists and their creative careers.
JULY
Plein Air Competition
Each year, BDAC invites Utah artists to create in the plein air tradition, with a rotating theme and exhibition. A guest judge will select prize-winning works, and all are encouraged to submit work.


NOVEMBER
Gingerbread Houses
Artists, bakers, and builders are invited to create imaginative gingerbread houses for our annual festival and exhibition. Entries are part of a silent auction supporting BDAC programs, with a guest judge selecting top designs. All ages and abilities are encouraged to participate.