Artist Support
BFF is ARTIST DRIVEN!
Below you’ll find current exhibition opportunities and special calls for artists. We also recommend following us on social media and subscribing to our artist newsletter for the latest opportunities, including calls from BFF Omaha and other arts organizations across the community.
Artist Support and Economic Opportunities
BFF Omaha supports artists through paid opportunities, accessible space, and real pathways to sell, show, and perform. This work focuses on reducing barriers, compensating artists for their labor, and creating multiple on-ramps for artists at different stages of their careers to engage with the Benson Creative District.
Artist Studios
BFF maintains multiple artist studios across our spaces, providing affordable, flexible workspaces for artists working in a variety of disciplines. Studio access supports sustained creative practice and deeper connection to the neighborhood’s creative ecosystem.
Inquire about available studios
Artist Exhibitions, Projects, and Performances
BFF Omaha works with artists to show and share their work across multiple spaces, projects, and events. Opportunities for both visual and performing artists are offered on recurring or rolling bases.
See current exhibition and performance opportunities below!
Artist Markets
BFF Omaha’s Artist Markets create consistent, low-barrier opportunities for artists and makers to sell their work directly to the public. Markets take place on-street during warmer months and indoors during colder months, with programming tied closely to First Friday and other district events. These markets prioritize accessibility, visibility, and fair participation, giving artists real-world experience pricing, presenting, and selling their work while building relationships with new audiences.
Public Art & Placemaking Opportunities
Public art is a core part of neighborhood beautification in the Benson Creative District. The BFF Green Team manages and supports a range of creative placemaking projects, including murals, banner projects, temporary installations, and other artist-led interventions in public space. These projects respond to neighborhood needs, partnerships, and funding availability, so opportunities arise at different times rather than on a fixed schedule.
NEW BFF ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2026
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NEW BFF ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES FOR 2026 💖
BFF Artist Opportunities!
Whether you're a community member, art enthusiast, environmental advocate, or simply enjoy live performances, there's something for everyone at BFF. Explore our current opportunities below!
Please note: These opportunities are generally intended for local Omaha artists,and for those who have a familiarity with the programming :)
BFF Gallery
Trudy’s
MaMO
Youth + Teen Artists
Star Deli
Handmade Parade
BFF Artist Market
Window Displays
New American Arts Festival
Jake’s
Benson Community Center
Pride
Summer Interns
2026 BFF Art Auction
Want MORE Updates and Direct Outreach
About opportunities that fit your artistic disciplines? Fill out our artist information form!
Artist submissions will be selected based on the following criteria:
Relevance to specific project scope
Artist's alignment with BFF's Core Values
Artist's alignment with BFF's Code of Conduct (to our knowledge)
Artist's work history (if previously selected for past BFF projects)
Originality & Creativity
Composition and Design
Technical Skill/Difficulty
Presentation
Design a Poster
Design a poster for the next First Friday event! We are now accepting submissions for First Friday posters! All selected poster artists receive a Blick Art Materials GIFT CARD!
Other Exhibition Opportunities
There are a number of venues to display your artwork throughout Benson and during First Fridays! They will contact you if the space is available and if your work is appropriate for the space :)
