⛄CTAC Winter Closure Notice:​

Traverse City offices and galleries will be closed December 22, 2025 through January 5, 2026 for Winter Break. We will reopen to the public on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Petoskey offices and galleries will be closed January 5 through January 12 for Staff Training. We will reopen to the public on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

Artists Opportunities

Artists Opportunities at Crooked Tree Arts Center

Crooked Tree Arts Center is dedicated to empowering artists throughout Northern Michigan and beyond. By offering exhibition opportunities, special events, and artist-focused professional development, CTAC provides the tools and support artists need to advance their practice and build sustainable careers.

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Artist Guild Membership
Share your work. Build your network. Grow your creative practice.
Calls for Artists
With six exhibition galleries across two locations, we're constantly sourcing new artwork for consideration!
Artist Groups
These groups offer opportunities for peer support, skill-sharing, informal critiques, and artistic inspiration in a welcoming environment
Professional Development
Held annually, our professional development programming aims to support artistic growth and creative entrepreneurship.
Submit an Exhibition Proposal
We welcome exhibition proposals year-round from artists, curators, CTAC members, and the general public.
Sales Consignment Opportunities
CTAC-Petoskey and CTAC-Traverse City both offer sales opportunities for interested artists through their respective sales consignment galleries.