Artists & Illustrators is delighted to be back with The British Art Prize 2025. Enter today for the chance to win bigger and better prizes than ever before, have your work exhibited at two major London galleries and be featured in this magazine. This major international art competition will expose winning artists of all levels to a far-reaching platform to gain valuable publicity and recognition for their work. Open to everyone – whether you’re an amateur, emerging or professional artist – all styles, media* and techniques will be considered. 

Open to MONCAS Members and non-members.

They’re inviting you to share your life and community through documentary photography as part of MySide, their new grassroots curatorial project. Every three months they’ll set a new theme, and right now they're looking for responses to the prompt “Places That Made Us”.

One Columbia for Arts and Culture and United Way of the Midlands is seeking an artist or artist team to create a vibrant public mural that celebrates the United Way of the Midland’s 100th anniversary and honors a century of service, collaboration, and community impact. For the past 100 years, their mission has remained rooted in the belief that people are stronger together—that by uniting across differences, people can build a thriving, equitable community for all. This mural should reflect that enduring spirit, with a strong focus on people, diversity, and the communities they serve across Calhoun, Fairfield, Lexington, Newberry, Orangeburg, and Richland counties.

Maximum entry are 10 pieces 
Fee: $15 per entry

Online show registration & tech support: Free account setup. 

• All Questions related to show rules or guidelines can be directed to our email at: [email protected] 


• For Tech questions, please contact [email protected] or call 720-900-5506 for any issues relating to creating a free submission only account or logging into the system. Select this icon for online live tech support in your submission only account  You will get live support during business hours. Any after hour questions will be addressed the following business day via email.


• How to enter Art call step-by-step, Video by Poral YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/dYvd-Pc2MVQ?si=PQFURrnK1tTOoQr4
  


• How to enter Art call, Video: https://help.artworkarchive.com/en/articles/10246083-how-to-apply-to-a-call-on-artwork-
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Mandatory information to include for each artwork:

• Setup free submission only account with artwork archive. *** A paid account subscription or 14 free trial IS NOT needed. ***


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  Images of artwork 


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  Title of artwork


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  Price, this is the price you want to sell your artwork for. (do not enter anything in the fields for the wholesale value, fair market value, or insurance value)


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  Medium and Substrate entered in the Medium field box. (example: acrylic on canvas, watercolor on paper, oil on wood panel, etc...) Some artwork may not have a substrate such as jewelry. 


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  Subject Matter of the art is the category of your artwork. (landscape, portrait, still life,  etc....) See below for full list of categories. 


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  Size (size of artwork and size of frame if applicable)


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  Type of art (painting, textile, jewelry, sculpture, etc...)


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  Complete your profile information to include contact information. A photo of yourself can also be uploaded but not mandatory.


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  Division: Answer the fill in the blank question for your division. See below for complete list and details. (Professional, amateur I or II, etc...)

Important Dates & Locations:

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  Show entry deadline: Oct. 1, 2025


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  Show dates: Oct 16, 17, & 18            


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  Artist reception and awards ceremony:  Wednesday, October 15th; 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.


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  Delivery date: Sunday, October 12th;  10:00pm – 4:00pm. 


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  Delivery time slots by Division: (labels for your show pieces will be provided at the check-in table)

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  Pick up date: Saturday, October 18th; 4:00pm to 5:00pm

Show Exhibition Hours:

• Thursday, October 16th; 9:00 am – 5:00 pm


• Friday, October 17th;9:00 am – 5:00 pm


• Saturday, October 18th; 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

 Reception and Awards Ceremony:

• An artist reception and awards ceremony will be held on Wednesday, October 15th from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the Tyler Rose Garden Center.  Check in will begin at 6:00 pm with appetizers and beverages, program begins at 6:30.


• Best of Show winners will be awarded at 7:00pm along with other winners in each category.


• The judge will be available for individual critiques at the reception as time allows.

Divisions:

1. 
   Professional Division:  Artist 18 years or older who sells their art and/or teach classes or workshops regularly, who have a Facebook business page, website, or Instagram account to market their art regularly or have been published in a book or magazine


2. 
   Advanced II Division: Artist 18 years or older who has moved from Advanced I and sell art occasionally. 


3. 
   Advanced I Division: Artist 18 years or older who has advanced from Amateur. May only remain in Advanced I for five years.


4. 
   Amateur Division: Adult artist, 18 years or older, who are a beginner in art.  May not show as Amateur for more than 3 years.


5. 
   Junior Level I Division:  Artists 7-12 years old


6. 
   Junior Level II Division:  Artists 13-17 years old


7.  Photography - Professional Division 


8. 
   Photography - Amateur Division  (Photography hanging requirements: Mounted on 11x14 inch foam or mat board, can use double sided tape to mount (no frames due to special display used)


9.  Dimensional Art Division: Artist 18 years or older who create 3-D artwork including ceramics, pottery and mosaics


10. 
    Sculpture Division: 3-D artwork including metal and wire


11. 
    Wearable Art Division: Includes costume jewelry, hats, and clothing 


12. 
    Fine Jewelry Division: Fine jewelry or gold or silver etc

Categories: (Subject Matter)

1. Landscape/Seascape


2. Floral


3. Still Life


4. Portrait/Figure


5. Abstract/Contemporary/Surrealism 


6. Animals, etc.


7. Reproduction- Project that is done in a workshop and design is not originally created by artist. Reproduction category is not eligible for Best of Show.


8. Fiber Art


9. Ceramics/Pottery/Glass/Dimensional


10. Sculpture


11. Living Art


12. Other

Mediums & Substrate: 

1. Oil/Acrylic: Does not have to be displayed under glass


2. 
   Watercolor: Must be displayed under glass/Plexiglas, Unless pre-approved otherwise by board president or show chairman


3. 
   Pastels: Must be displayed under glass/Plexiglas, Unless pre-approved otherwise by board president or show chairman


4. 
   Drawing: Must be displayed under glass/Plexiglas, Unless pre-approved otherwise by board president or show chairman. This medium includes pen and ink, charcoal, graphite, colored pencil, etc. 


5. Mixed Media


6. Fiber Art


7. Clay


8. Metal 


9. Glass


10. Other

Awards:

• Selected by division.                                              


• Divisions include: P...

As part of the bicentenary celebration (September 2026 to September 2027) of le Point de vue du gras*, Hangar is launching a call for applications aimed at Belgian photographers and/or photographers residing in Belgium, on the theme "Reinventing Photography." In echo to the major photographic commission by the CNAP (National Centre for Visual Arts in France), Hangar’s commission will complement the selection of 15 photographers already chosen. The full body of work will be showcased in an exhibition at Hangar from September to December 2026.

ITSLIQUID Group, in collaboration with ACIT Venice – Italian-German Cultural Association, is pleased to announce the open call for the 17th edition of CONTEMPORARY VENICE 2025, that will take place in Venice at Palazzo Albrizzi-Capello (click here to learn more about this venue) and in other prestigious venues and historical buildings, from October 24 to November 07, 2025, during the same period of the 19th Venice Biennale of Architecture. In its 17th edition, CONTEMPORARY VENICE focuses on the connection between the body and its surroundings, reflecting on the merging of identities and contemporary cultural, physical, social, and urban landscapes through its two curated sections: MIXING IDENTITIES and FUTURE LANDSCAPES.

The Native American Artist-in-Residence (NAAIR) Program was established in 2013 to support the continuation and recovery of traditional Native American arts by utilizing the Minnesota Historical Society’s collections. NAAIR is a 6 to 12 month residency. Artists are supported financially, gain open access to study the MNHS collections, and are provided with support to visit regional museums or knowledgeable peer artists or elders.

Australia’s most inclusive and exciting contemporary art prize is back, bigger and bolder than ever, running 19 January to 22 March 2026. Whether you’re an emerging or an established artist, the Wyndham Art Prize (WAP) 2026 invites practitioners across Australia to submit their most powerful, thought-provoking, or unexpected work. With a growing prize pool and expanded categories, this year’s edition celebrates the full spectrum of artistic expression. The Wyndham Art Prize proudly champions inclusivity and welcomes works in a variety of artforms including painting, sculpture, photography, video, works on paper and digital media. Held at the newly refurbished Wyndham Art Gallery, the 2026 exhibition will showcase the finalists in a dynamic, high-profile public space.

For over 30 years, it's been ADC's mission to support living artists, and ACA (Art Comes Alive) does just that. Now entering its 16th year, ACA has earned its reputation as the "Academy Awards for Art," and it's only getting bigger

Squeaky Wheel’s Workspace Residency supports artists and researchers working on media arts projects. The short-term residency is open to applicants from Buffalo and across the United States who are seeking resources, time, and support for ongoing projects or the creation of new work. Residents have tailored access to facilities, equipment, technical consultation, from Squeaky Wheel, as well as our partners Buffalo Game Space, The Foundry, Mirabo Press, and Silo City. Residents present on their work together in a public event, present a workshop for the Squeaky Wheel community, and participate in tailored activities, such as field trips, critiques, among others.

LiTE-HAUS seeks artists based in or near Berlin to exhibit artworks in a group show in November. There is no theme for this open call but it is temporarily titled “SPLASH”. They also accept proposals for artists who would like to exhibit in one or more of their three bright white rooms, if you prefer not to be part of a group show.

They Empower Creators to Partner with Their Local Nonprofits.

Causability is one of the few U.S. nonprofits offering unrestricted grants to creators, enabling them to collaborate with local nonprofits to develop impactful programs that benefit both creators and their communities.

These grants support creators who may or may not yet be partnered with a nonprofit, providing opportunities to co-create initiatives that address underserved or socio-economically marginalized communities through the arts.

In 1977, Theatrical Outfit was founded by nine young Atlanta theatre artists who wanted to shake things up and launch some electric new energy into the theatre scene. To continue the tradition, we launched a new festival to re-capture that energy, and launch a new generation of touring work that can light up stages in Atlanta, across Georgia, across the nation, or across the globe. They are providing four artists with a stipend, free rehearsal space, production and marketing support, and four guaranteed performances at Theatrical Outfit. They provide a simple, minimalist set, and a rep lighting and sound plot. The artist puts together their own creative team and their own timeline to make it happen.

AMADEUS Festival Vienna launches its fourth International Design Competition 2025/26, celebrating emerging talent in visual arts and graphic design. Framed within the Festival’s communication strategy, the competition offers a platform to showcase creativity inspired by classical music while promoting the Festival’s international image. This year’s theme, Metamorphosis, invites artists to explore transformation and creativity, with the chance to gain recognition and visibility on a global stage. AMADEUS Festival International Design Competition 2025/2026 will award the best design of a poster promoting AMADEUS Festival Vienna for the year 2026. They welcome and value a variety of creative approaches and artistic points of view. The theme of this year’s competition is Metamorphosis.

The W. Eugene Smith Grant for Student Photographers is designed to encourage and support students whose photographic work renews the tradition of W. Eugene Smith’s dedicated compassion as evidenced during his 45-year career as a photographic essayist. Special consideration will be given to work that promotes social change, that embraces new technologies and image distribution, and that seeks to integrate the tradition of photography and social change with contemporary practice. The judges will be looking for a photographer and project that seem most likely to use exemplary and compelling photojournalism and documentary photography (possibly supplemented by or incorporating multi-media) to address an issue of import and impact related to the human condition: social change, humanitarian concern, armed conflict, or other topics of interpersonal, psychological, cultural, social, environmental, scientific, medical and/or political significance, ideally expressing an underlying acknowledgement of our common humanity.

The W. Eugene Smith Grant is designed to encourage and support visual storytellers whose photographic work renews the tradition of W. Eugene Smith’s dedicated compassion as evidenced during his 45-year career as a photographic essayist. Special consideration will be given to work that promotes social change, that embraces new technologies and image distribution, and that seeks to integrate the tradition of photography and social change with contemporary practice. The judges will be looking for a photographer and project that seem most likely to use exemplary and compelling photojournalism and documentary photography (possibly supplemented by or incorporating multi-media) to address an issue of import and impact related to the human condition: social change, humanitarian concern, armed conflict, or other topics of interpersonal, psychological, cultural, social, environmental, scientific, medical and/or political significance, ideally expressing an underlying acknowledgement of our common humanity.

Coburg House Art Gallery is excited to announce an open call for their upcoming Coburg Print Room, showcasing the very best of Scottish and local printmaking. Coburg House is a building filled with 60+ artist studios, and they have a shop and gallery space that is open on weekends, Saturdays & Sundays, 11am - 4pm.

• Deadline: Thurs. Oct. 2nd at 1:00pm.


• Acceptance Notification: Friday, Oct. 3rd via email.


• Artwork Delivery: Monday, Oct. 6th between the hours of 11:30am to 6:30pm to Gallery 86:
  • Address: 2084 N. Jim Miller Rd. Suite 102A, Dallas, TX 75217.
  
  


• Show Opening: Sat., Oct. 11th from 6-8pm at Gallery 86.


• Show Closing: Mon., Oct. 13th, from 6-8pm.


• Artwork Pick Up: Thurs., Oct. 16th between the hours of 11:30am to 6:30pm.

Hang onto your energy domes, people! They are thrilled to announce they’re now accepting submissions for BEAUTIFUL WORLD. Inspired by a collaboration with DEVO Fine Art Prints, they’re seeking artwork that aligns with the concepts behind the influential and legendary band DEVO! Works selected for BEAUTIFUL WORLD will be displayed alongside a strictly limited-edition portfolio of rare or never-before-seen DEVO images by world-class photographers: Neal Preston, Ebet Roberts, Allan Tannenbaum, and Richard Alden Peterson. These highly collectible prints are of a set quantity, and each buyer of a print will receive an exclusive invitation to an intimate meet-and-greet with DEVO at Fresh Eye Gallery!(!!) The band will also be selecting a “Best in Show” with an invitation to the meet and greet for the winner.

Braunschweig Projects: Fellowships for Visual and Sound Artists. The program Braunschweig Projects, HBK Braunschweig offers 7 artistic fellowships on behalf of the State of Lower Saxony for the year 2026/27: Sound art (2 scholarships), Visual arts (5 scholarships). The program is aimed at  artists, who would like to work on a project in the immediate vicinity of HBK Braunschweig. With their project proposal, fellows should make a significant contribution towards the further development of forms of artistic practice. All fellows will be assigned a mentor, who will help with the integration into university life. Mentors are fine arts professor and can be chosen by the fellows themselves. In addition, all professors of the fine arts department will be available for artistic discourse with the fellows. 

The City of Sarasota Public Art Program is commissioning a permanent sculpture for this location. The artwork must be original, visually compelling from multiple angles, durable for outdoor display in partial sun, and scaled appropriately to the site. Surrounding landscaping will be adapted to complement the selected piece. The artwork must be safe, stable, and designed so that it does not present hazards to the public or encourage climbing. Surfaces should be free of sharp points or abrasive textures, and materials must be vandal-resistant and suitable for long-term outdoor display in Sarasota’s climate.

SaveArtSpace x Slow Factory is proud to present Feed Gaza / End the Genocide, a public art exhibition on billboard ad space in New York, NY, starting November 21, 2025, curated by Slow Factory. Focused on breaking the siege that is currently forcefully starving 2 million people in Gaza, 40,000 newborn, the billboards aim to raise immediate funding and support for SameerProject as well as a series of grassroots initiatives working tirelessly in feeding people in Gaza. They invite artists of all ages and talents to submit their artwork between August 25 and October 6, 2025 in order to be considered for the exhibition. This is an opportunity to have your work exhibited on billboard ad space in New York, NY.

From 8 to 23 November 2025 Sculptors Victoria will show sculpture in the historic Castlemaine Market Building. The exhibition will be open 9am to 5pm Monday to Sunday. Exhibiting sculptors will be present at the exhibition to discuss their work, and assist with any other enquiries. This exhibition is taking place within the Historic Market Building in Castlemaine. This venue is in the centre of the Castlemaine CBD.

Guildhouse has been engaged by City of Charles Sturt to deliver two significant public artwork opportunities for South Australian artists: EOI Drayton Street Pocket Park Sculpture & EOI Chief Street Pocket Park Pavement Design. City of Charles Sturt is currently developing two small-medium plots of vacant land on Drayton Street, Bowden and Chief Street, Brompton into pocket parks. Drayton Street Pocket Park and Chief Street Pocket Park (yet to be formally named) are currently under construction and due to be completed in December 2025. Individual artists or artist teams are invited to submit their Expressions of Interest in either of these exciting opportunities. Artists are welcome to express their interest in both, however a different artist will be chosen for each pocket park. Artist are not required to be Guildhouse Members to apply. EOI close Monday 6 October, 11:59pm ACDT.

Turbo Gallery is situated in the rural town of Rainbow in North-West Victoria. Established in 2015, the gallery is a contemporary art space and an integral part of the creative culture in town. Rainbow is situated in a rich agricultural district, right on the edge of the Big Desert and its vast Mallee Wilderness areas. Nestled along the silo art trail,Rainbow is attracting an increasing number of visitors.

This proposal presents an opportunity for an emerging artist to create an impactful outdoor sculpture that draws inspiration from the rich cultural and historical landscape of America. The work will explore themes of national music identity, heritage, and community through visual language that honors traditional and contemporary symbols of Americana. By integrating lighting elements, the sculpture will bring a dynamic, immersive experience to the public space, allowing the piece to evolve with the time of day and season, highlighting the timeless nature of the American spirit. The sculpture installation site will be a public, outdoor green space that is part of a larger community that houses a barbecue restaurant, live music stage and kids gathering area. This sculpture will serve as an artistic focal point and contribute to the aesthetic experience for music lovers and families. The sculpture will be viewed year-round in an environment with variable weather conditions. The site is in North Minneapolis on Emerson Avenue.

Epicenter NYC invites artists to submit work for their 2025 group exhibition Music of Many Colours — taking place at The Local NY in Long Island City from Nov. 7 - Dec. 7

The exhibition explores how music carries memory, identity, and resistance across cultures and generations. From ancestral sounds to subcultures and personal playlists, music serves as both archive and amplifier — shaping the way people remember, resist, and belong.

All submissions will be reviewed by special guest juror Sadaf Padder.

Epicenter NYC features the work of a New York area artist every week, sharing examples of their work, accomplishments, and helping generate buzz for upcoming projects.

Each year the Lone Tree Arts Commission seeks to beautify the many traffic signal and utility boxes placed within the city through the selection of original designs from area artists. The selected designs will be printed on vinyl wrap and cover the boxes on all four sides. A third-party design fabricator will be used to print the vinyl wraps and will be installed by the same group.

The Penland Core Fellowship Program is a one-year work-study fellowship for early career artists looking to expand technical skills and material fluency while working to support the day-to-day operations of a craft school. Artists of all backgrounds who want to advance their educational goals and explore their capacity to contribute to a thriving creative community are encouraged to apply. The goal of the program is to shape the future of contemporary craft by creating opportunity, connection, and immersive education for early career artists who bring a range of perspectives and goals to the school.