DEADLINE: February 29, 2024

2024 Midwest Competition: New American Paintings

New American Paintings Midwest Regional Review: 2024. Eligible States: IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, MO, OH, WI. JUROR: Rosario Güiraldes, Curator of Visual Arts, Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, MN. TO APPLY FOR PUBLICATION YOU WILL NEED: * 1) Four jpegs of your work (no larger than 1200 pixels at their greatest dimension). * 2) A credit card for the entry fee of $50 (You may also take advantage of a special artist's offer: $99, which includes your application fee and a one year subscription to the magazine). We define the activity of painting broadly. All styles and media are welcome as long as they involve, or are conceptually related to the activity of painting. Works must be original and cannot be editioned. Please note that if you have been in a past issue of New American Paintings, or have applied to a competition in the past 5 years, then you already have an Account on the web site. DO NOT REGISTER A NEW ACCOUNT. Please follow the instruction on the site to gain access to your account.

Website: https://www.newamericanpaintings.com/competitions

Prospectus: https://www.newamericanpaintings.com/apply/3706

DEADLINE: March 04, 2024

PH21 Gallery presents: 'Out of the ordinary' – A Curated International Photography Exhibition, May 4–22, 2024

Out of the ordinary is often characterised as strange, unusual, odd, peculiar, bizarre, uncanny, weird, mysterious, or even surreal. Subjects, scenes, themes, perspectives, compositions, portrayed events, visual experiences, and imaginative narratives may all deviate from the ordinary. Photographers often step into the realm of the extraordinary through the lens of their camera, embracing the unconventional, where the peculiar dances with the mysterious, and the odd intertwines with the surreal. They explore the realms of strange, unusual, and uncanny. Some venture into the world of traditional straight photography, where authenticity captures the essence of the outlandish. Others delve into staged photography, where each frame unfolds a narrative beyond the ordinary, or embrace the art of photomontage, seamlessly blending disparate elements to craft a visual tapestry of uniqueness. AI-generated photo-based images offer a digital canvas to manifest the bizarre and create a fusion of reality and imagination. This exhibition celebrates the diversity of perspectives that redefine the ordinary and elevate the extraordinary. The photographer’s lens is the gateway to a realm where the peculiar becomes art, the bizarre transforms into beauty, and the unconventional takes centre stage. PH21 Gallery invites photographers to submit their work for a group exhibition themed "Out of the ordinary". We welcome submissions from all photographers interested in this subject.

Website: https://www.ph21gallery.com

Prospectus: https://www.ph21gallery.com/cfe-out-of-the-ordinary-24

DEADLINE: March 10, 2024

The Holy Art Gallery - London Open Art - Applications Now Open

Artists from all countries are welcome to submit their works for consideration. You are welcome to submit works in any medium. (painting, photography, printmaking, video art, installation, films, sculpting, mixed media, poems, illustration, etc). The theme of the exhibition is OPEN. Any artist from any background can submit any of their work. There is no charge to submit your application, please feel free to share your work with us.

Website: https://www.theholyart.com/london-open-art

Prospectus: https://www.theholyart.com/london-open-art

DEADLINE: March 10, 2024

The Holy Art Gallery - AURA

Be part of the most exciting virtual art gallery, according to the British GQ Magazine! Artists from all countries are welcome to submit their works for consideration. You are welcome to submit works in any medium. (painting, photography, printmaking, video art, installation, films, sculpting, mixed media, poems, illustration, etc). The theme of the exhibition is OPEN.” ‘AURA’ Exhibition: DEADLINE: 10 March. EXHIBITION DATES: 18 MARCH - 18 APRIL 2024. Our hybrid show is a combines an online virtual show on our website along with a showcase of your art on two screens in our London art gallery.

Website: https://www.theholyart.com/virtualshow

Prospectus: https://www.theholyart.com/virtualshow

DEADLINE: March 13, 2024

Black Box Gallery - Taking Pictures: 2024

Black Box Gallery is excited to announce an open themed juried group photo show. Show us your favorite photographic shots! Open to all themes and ideas, all styles and genres, all perspectives on crafsmanship and photographic creativity. Great opportunity for landscape, architecture, portraiture, documentary, fashion, still life, conceptual projects, street, color and black and white, nature, night photography. This will be an exciting exhibition with a great diversity of photographs! For more info: see links below.

Website: https://blackboxgallery.com

Prospectus: https://blackboxgallery.com/Taking%20Pictures-2024%20CFE.html

DEADLINE: March 14, 2024

Exhibit your work in Paris, France! - ART ON LOOP - PARIS 2024

We are excited to announce ART ON LOOP - PARIS 2024, and invite artists from all countries to submit their works for consideration. This exhibition is open to all mediums, including but not limited to painting, photography, printmaking, video art, installation, films, sculpting, mixed media, poems, illustration, and more. The theme for the exhibition is OPEN, giving you the freedom to submit any work that aligns with your artistic vision. For digital artworks, such as digital illustrations, digital photography, or video art, simply submit the work as is. For physical artworks, such as canvases or sculptures, we require either photo or video documentation.

Website: https://www.theholyart.com/artonloopparis

Prospectus: https://www.theholyart.com/artonloopparis

DEADLINE: March 15, 2024

Southern Tier Center For Emerging Artists - Perspectives: The Art of Abstracts

This vibrant and accessible art exhibit celebrates the beauty and diversity of abstract art and showcases the ways in which artists communicate emotion, energy, and imagination through non-representational forms involving colors, patterns, textures, shapes, lines, concepts, and emotions. All mediums and styles are welcome. 20% of exhibit proceeds benefit Equal Justice Initiative, one of STCEA’s favorite non-profits and a champion of criminal justice reform and racial justice. A Best in Show (cash prize) and Awards of Distinction will be awarded to the works of highest artistic merit based on technical skill, creativity, innovation, and adherence to theme. An Artists' Choice and People's Choice award will also be selected based on popular vote. With the option to submit up to three entries for just $30, this is an affordable and accessible way to increase your art's visibility. So why not submit your work today and see where it can take you?

Website: http://www.southerntierartists.com

Prospectus: https://perspectivesabstracts.artcall.org

DEADLINE: March 15, 2024

Colors of Humanity Art Gallery - "Human Nature" 2024 Call for Entry - Online Art Show

THEME - "Human Nature" This show is all about the human figure and portrait as well as referring to the distinguishing characteristics of humans—including ways of thinking, feeling and acting—which humans tend to have naturally, independently of the influence of culture. This is our 10th annual show, and we are excited to see your interpretation. PAY IT FORWARD - We will be donating 10% of all entry fees from this show to Your Safe Haven. YSH is a nonprofit agency, located in Bedford County, PA, that serves victims of all serious crimes and their families, including, but not limited to: domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, theft, homicide, robbery, physical assault, DUI related crimes, adult survivors of child sexual assault, etc. Colors of Humanity is not affiliated with Your Safe Haven. ELIGIBILITY - All artists 18 and over may enter. JUDGING CRITERIA - Originality, interpretation, quality, demonstration of ability, and usage of medium JUROR - Janelle Cogan. ENTRY FEE - $20 for 1 or 2 pieces (You may enter more than once if you have additional works.) AWARDS - Cash award will be given to the Best of Show winner. Additionally, the Best of Show winner will be featured with his or her artwork on the cover of the show. The Best of Show, First Place and Second Place winners work will be largely displayed with an article about them and their work. Other winners will be featured and have special recognition.

Website: https://www.colorsofhumanityartgallery.com/

Prospectus: https://www.colorsofhumanityartgallery.com/Human-Nature-2024/Human-Nature-2024-Prospectus-and-Entry/n-C5v82p

DEADLINE: March 15, 2024

Botanical Abstractions - a 4-Day Workshop with Roberta Ahrens. April 20 - 23, 2024

This unique 4-day workshop with cracked linen canvas and abstracted botanicals is a journey into your unique expression on intriguing surface material. Roberta Ahrens, a Bay area artist, has developed a proprietary blend of plaster-embedded canvas she calls cracked linen - after many years as a classically trained painter in the Decorative Arts. Her love of horticulture brought her to focus on botanical subjects, diving into what she calls the architecture of nature. The results are truly breathtaking. By mixing traditional finishing techniques and breaking some rules, she manipulates and etches into the plaster creating a contemporary look with a suggestion of the classic arts. This immersive workshop will take place at Willow Pond SLO, a beautiful 14-acre property on the central coast, of California. Surrounded by vineyard views and cooled by the marine layer, our vision is to nurture creativity across multiple disciplines. For more info visit the Willow Pond Slo website for our complete lineup of workshops for 2024. Apply to this workshop via caFE.

Website: https://www.willowpondslo.com/

Prospectus: https://www.willowpondslo.com/artist-workshops-san-luis-obispo

DEADLINE: March 18, 2024

A Smith Gallery | photographic call for entry "trees"

trees: forest, sapling, oak, timber, woods, leaves, seedling, topiary, thicket, park, trunk, branches, family, grove, pine, foliage…. Photographers of all levels are invited to submit work reflecting the theme "trees" to A Smith Gallery by March 18, 2024. Entries of 13 or more images are eligible for a complementary review by the gallery directors. The entry fee is $40 for the first 5 images and $5 for each additional image. Fifty five images will be selected for exhibition and shown in the online gallery from March 1 to April 11, 2024. An exhibition catalogue with all the accepted images will be mailed to all accepted artist. 27 images from the total 55 images will be selected for “The 27”, a limited edition hardbound fine art book of the exhibition. The Juror’s and Director’s award winners will each receive a copy of the limited edition hardbound fine art book. The Juror’s Award also includes a solo exhibition. The Visitors’ Award is $100 and is selected by most Instagram likes. Juror for "trees" will be Wendi Schneider, photographer and artist.

Website: https://asmithgallery.com

Prospectus: https://asmithgallery.com/main-gallery-call-for-entry/

DEADLINE: March 18, 2024

3 Square Art - COLOR 24, 7th Annual Juried International Exhibition

Get ready for our most vibrant, powerful, and anticipated exhibition of the year coming to the 3 Square Art Gallery in Fort Collins, Colorado—COLOR 24! This year’s exhibit promises to be an explosion of complex and nuanced colors for a sensory feast that transcends traditional boundaries. Splashes of color, lines of colors, dabs of color, colored fabric, colored hair, color color color! Throw yourself full force into the world of color and bath in this showcase of creativity! This exhibit is going to highlight color in every way. The 7th Annual COLOR Exhibit is here this May 2024! Color is an integral element of artistic expression and finds its roots in the fundamental teachings of art theory. Venture back to the foundations of art where the color wheel, primary colors, and secondary colors dance on the canvas creating a symphony of visual delight. An entire generation of artists who pioneered Color Field painting during the transformative 50s and 60s. Icons like Mark Rothko, Joan Miró, Jackson Pollock, Helen Frankenthaler, and Clyfford Still left an indelible mark on the art world, paving the way for the contemporary exploration of color. Brace yourself for a visual adventure where color becomes a language, and the canvas transforms into a playground of emotions, ideas, and interpretations. Join us as we redefine the boundaries of artistic expression in a world where color knows no limits. Juried by the 3 Square Art Gallery. $700 in cash awards.

Website: https://www.3squareart.com

Prospectus: https://www.3squareart.com/list-of-calls-for-entry/color-24

DEADLINE: March 21, 2024

❄️ WINTER * $1,800.00 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo

WINTER 2024 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00. ⬤⬤ Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. For more information and to apply visit https://innovateartistgrants.org ⬤⬤ Innovate Grant awards: + 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist; + 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer; + 12 x Honorable Mentions. ⬤⬤ Explore the work of ALL Past Innovate Grant recipients and read their interviews at the links below. ⬤⬤ How to Apply: Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. Apply today at the links below. ⬤⬤ Category: Multiple disciplines and genres accepted. Deadline: March 21, 2024. Region: US & International. Awards: 2 x $1,800.00 USD Grants. ⬤⬤ Apply Online Today. See links below.

Website: https://innovateartistgrants.org

Prospectus: https://innovateartistgrants.org

DEADLINE: March 31, 2024

March PleinAir Salon $50,000 Online Art Competition

The PleinAir Salon Art Competition is a monthly online art competition that awards over $50,000 each year. There is over $2,000 in Cash Prizes awarded each month, and $22,000 awarded at the Annual Competition each May. Each of the 23 monthly winners are included in the judging for the 13th Annual PleinAir Salon where we award the Grand Prize winner a check for $15,000 and feature their painting on the cover of PleinAir Magazine. The Annual Awards will be presented live at the Plein Air Convention & Expo in May 2024. Because this competition is created by PleinAir magazine, which features not only plein air paintings, but also studio paintings, all types of paintings are eligible and do not need to have been completed in plein air. As we know, many studio paintings start with plein air sketches, and many plein air painters paint figures and still life. Our interest is in rewarding great paintings. The Early Bird Discount ends the 15th and 11:59 pm. Enter before then to receive 25% off your entries. Just $29 for your first and $12 for each additional painting. The regular price is $38 for the first painting and $16 for each additional painting.

Website: https://PleinAirSalon.com/list

Prospectus: https://PleinAirSalon.com/list

DEADLINE: April 01, 2024

PH21 Gallery presents: 'Personality: Contemporary Portraiture' – A Curated International Photography Exhibition, June 1–25, 2024

Portraiture emerged as one of the most prominent genres of depictive media early in the history of the visual arts, and the tacit or explicit rules, conventions and cultural expectations have always influenced the ways by which artists approached the genre. Photography is no exception; numerous different and characteristic styles of portraiture emerged throughout the history of the medium. Today we live in an exciting new era for portraiture. There has never been a time in human history when so many portraits and self-portraits were produced day after day as in the era of digital technologies. Photographers have responded to the cultural, social and technological changes by reinterpreting the age-old genre of portraiture, and it is always an exciting and rewarding task to organize an exhibition for some of the recent achievements in the field. PH21 Gallery invites photographers to submit their work for a group exhibition themed Personality: Contemporary Portraiture. We are looking for submissions from all photographers who are interested in this genre, and who would like to share their work with a wider international audience through the exposure of PH21 Gallery. The theme is broadly construed; from traditional fine art portraits to selfies, people may be portrayed in countless unique ways. Indeed, we are interested in all possible creative photographic interpretations of the theme.

Website: https://www.ph21gallery.com

Prospectus: https://www.ph21gallery.com/portraiture-24

DEADLINE: April 08, 2024

Rochester Contemporary Art Center - *FREE* International Call for Art - 6x6

6x6 International Exhibition: Join the Fun! Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo) invites the global art community to participate in our annual 6x6 exhibition. This creative event is a unique opportunity for all, regardless of artistic background and a fun worldwide expression of creativity and support for the arts.

Here's why you should get involved: FREE: Participating in 6x6 is absolutely free and all entries are accepted. NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL: Artists from around the world are welcome. MEANINGFUL: Funds raised by the donated artworks help support RoCo’s mission. What you need to know: WHO: Creative peoples of all ages from around the world - no artistic background needed! WHAT: Thousands of 6” x 6” (or 15cm x 15cm) from all around the world! WHEN: Walk-in entries due April 6 // International entries mail by April 1 // US entries mailed by April 8. WHERE: Rochester Contemporary Art Center, Rochester, NY, USA in-person and online. LEARN MORE: Visit roco6x6.org and follow us on social media using #roco6x6 and @roco137.

Website: https://roco6x6.org/

Prospectus: https://roco6x6.org/6x6_entryform.pdf

DEADLINE: April 15, 2024

Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum - Birds in Art 2024: Call for Submissions

The Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum invites submissions to its annual juried Birds in Art exhibition. Birds in Art has showcased the remarkable talents of more than 1,100 international artists since 1976 and is recognized globally as the exhibition setting the standard for avian art. Artists working in all mediums other than photography can submit up to two original artworks interpreting birds and related subject matter for jury consideration for Birds in Art 2024, on view September 7 – December 1, 2024. Processing fee: $60 for up to 2 entries. Contact: 715.845.7010, bia@lywam.org or 700 N. 12th St., Wausau, WI 54403-5007.

Website: https://www.lywam.org/

Prospectus: https://www.lywam.org/birds-in-art/prospectus/

DEADLINE: April 15, 2024

Southern Tier Center For Emerging Artists - Where the Heart Is: The Art of Home

This exhibit invites you to explore the artistic interpretations of home, offering a contemplative journey through the spaces, emotions, and memories that define our sense of belonging. From cozy living rooms to bustling kitchens, serene bedrooms to vibrant gardens, each artwork invites reflection on the roles these spaces play in shaping our identities, fostering connections, and capturing the warmth and nostalgia that home evokes. 20% of exhibit proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Habitat for Humanity, building self-reliance through affordable home ownership. A Best in Show (cash prize) and Awards of Distinction will be awarded to the works of highest artistic merit based on technical skill, creativity, innovation, and adherence to theme. An Artists' Choice and People's Choice award will also be selected based on popular vote. With the option to submit up to three entries for just $30, this is an affordable and accessible way to increase your art's visibility. So why not submit your work today and see where it can take you?

Website: http://www.southerntierartists.com

Prospectus: https://theartofhome.artcall.org

DEADLINE: April 30, 2024

2024 WORLD ART AWARDS

20 INTERNATIONAL GALLERIES vote on online art images (artists in all countries compete). * 50 Categories for any artist to enter: Painting, sculpture, photography, digital... Oil, acrylic, watercolor, charcoal, pastel, realism, impressionism, naïve, abstract, expressionism, human figure, animal, landscape, fantasy, surrealism, pop, portrait, self-portrait, political, erotic, cubism, floral, humor, spiritual...

Website: https://americanartawards.com/

Prospectus: https://americanartawards.com/register-to-enter-3/

DEADLINE: April 30, 2024

SlowArt Productions / Limner Gallery - Digital Art, Assemblage and Hand Cut Paper Collage II

Digital Art, Assemblage and Hand Cut Paper Collage II is an exhibition that is open for entry to all forms of digital art, paper collage, assemblages and combinations thereof. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery from June 20 - July 13, 2024.

Website: http://www.slowart.com/

Prospectus: http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/digital_paper.htm

DEADLINE: April 30, 2024

A Smith Gallery and Fuse Studio | "fruition" | emerging artist residency and exhibition

fruition: accomplishment, fulfillment, achievement, perfection, result, completion …. Do you have a series of photographs that you are interested in making into a completed mixed media body of work? Images that are ready to be edited, printed, and combined with mixed media? A Smith Gallery in conjunction with Fuse Studio is seeking artists who need studio space and equipment to complete or further a body of work and would like to be supported with guidance, time, and the tools needed to create and complete a project. Potential projects should include the combination of photography and mixed media -- analog and or digital photographs combined with collage, encaustic, bookmaking, drawing, painting, etc. Jurors Leah Macdonald of Fuse Studio, Kevin Tully and Amanda Smith of A Smith Gallery will be selecting two projects. Each selected artist will receive a five day/night residency at Fuse Studio in Philadelphia, hands on instruction with Leah Macdonald, zoom meetings with Amanda Smith and Kevin Tully and an online exhibition and GalleryTalk at A Smith Gallery. Submissions accepted until April 30. Selections will be announced by May 15. Entry fee per proposal is $125. For more info, please visit the A Smith Gallery website or email Amanda Smith.

Website: https://asmithgallery.com

Prospectus: https://asmithgallery.com/fruitiion-call-for-entry/

DEADLINE: May 15, 2024

Southern Tier Center For Emerging Artists - All Creatures Great and Small: Animals in Art Show

This show celebrates our special bond with animals, whether at home or in the wild. All styles and mediums are welcome. Art containing wild animals in captivity (zoos, theme parks, animal shows) will not be accepted. 100% of exhibit proceeds benefit Chautauqua County Humane Society, the former home of STCEA’s paws-tively best staff member, Eliza Jane! A Best in Show (cash prize) and Awards of Distinction will be awarded to the works of highest artistic merit based on technical skill, creativity, innovation, and adherence to theme. An Artists' Choice and People's Choice award will also be selected based on popular vote. With the option to submit up to three entries for just $30, this is an affordable and accessible way to increase your art's visibility. So why not submit your work today and see where it can take you?

Website: http://www.southerntierartists.com

Prospectus: https://allcreatures.artcall.org

DEADLINE: May 31, 2024

Chianciano Biennale 2024

The Chianciano Art Biennale is a true celebration of artistic diversity. With over 150 artists selected for the show, contemporary art will be in the company of talents from all corners of the world. Across 13 art galleries and the Chianciano Art Museum, the exhibition will be adorned with masterpieces, while additional exhibitions, including the likes of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Giorgio Armani, will grace the remaining walls. For over a decade, the Chianciano Art Biennale has stood as a beacon of artistic excellence, attracting talents from across the globe. Now, in its 8th edition, the Biennale continues to evolve and inspire, providing artists with the opportunity to leave their mark on the global art scene. Your artistic journey doesn't end with the exhibition. The Chianciano Art Biennale offers numerous awards, including a €2500 Euro prize for the best artwork. Additionally, winning artists receive other cash prizes and the coveted recognition of automatic approval for the prestigious London Art Biennale 2025, our sister exhibition. At the Chianciano Art Biennale, we believe in breaking down barriers to creativity. There are no submission requirements, and the application process is open to all living artists. We embrace diversity and welcome artists from all backgrounds to share their unique perspective. The exhibition takes place from the 3rd to the 18th of August 2024 in Tuscany, Italy. The submission fee is €40 Euros.

Website: https://biennalechianciano.org/en/

Prospectus: https://biennalechianciano.org/en/present-your-work-and-sign-up-for-the-biennale-di-chianciano-2024/

DEADLINE: June 15, 2024

Southern Tier Center For Emerging Artists - STCEA Anniversary Show

This final exhibit of the STCEA season celebrates our 3rd anniversary of helping emerging artists build creative confidence through showing their work. The theme is open and all styles and mediums are welcome, so show us your favorite pieces as you participate in art that does good! 20% of exhibit proceeds benefit Give 716, a partnership between Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres fans to support Western NY non-profits. A Best in Show (cash prize) and Awards of Distinction will be awarded to the works of highest artistic merit based on technical skill, creativity, innovation, and adherence to theme. An Artists' Choice and People's Choice award will also be selected based on popular vote. With the option to submit up to three entries for just $30, this is an affordable and accessible way to increase your art's visibility. So why not submit your work today and see where it can take you?

Website: http://www.southerntierartists.com

Prospectus: https://stceashow.artcall.org