Art Explosion

AUSABLE ARTISAN VILLAGE

About The Great Northern Art Explosion

Great Northern Art Explosion is an international juried fine art exhibition hosted annually by AuSable Artisan Village in Grayling, Michigan. As one of northern Michigan’s largest art events, the exhibition brings together artists from across the globe to showcase their work and compete for awards. With hundreds of submissions and thousands of visitors, Art Explosion has become a highlight of our cultural calendar.

The Call for Entry runs each year from May through July.

Stay tuned for announcements when submissions open.

This Years Winners

Mark Your Calendars:

The 2026 Great Northern Art Explosion will take place August 21 – September 6. Join us for another inspiring showcase of creativity and talent!