There are a variety of open art calls/competitions hosted by the Allied Arts Council that are held in the Spruce Grove Art Gallery.

 

 
2026 exhibition calendar

Open Art Competition

This competition is open to Alberta Residents over the age of 18 and who accept the rules of the show. There are Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Masters, Three Dimensional and Photography categories.

OPEN SENIORS COMPETITION

This competition is open to Albertan artists over the age of 55 who accept the rules of the show. Ribbons are awarded to First, Second, and Third Place, as well as People's Choice and Honorable Mention.

Open Photography Competition

The Open Photography show is an open show to Alberta Residents over the age of 18 and who accept the rules of the show. Entry is open for all levels of photography and can be either photography or digital art.

 

Art is the journey of a free soul
— Alev Oguz