We are pleased to announce our third Still Life online Art Competition for the month of May 2026. Artists are invited to submit still-life artworks featuring either natural items (e.g., food, flowers, plants, rocks, shells) or man-made objects (e.g., books, vases, jewelry, coins, pipes). Still-life compositions depicting dead animals or human skulls will not be accepted. All artistic styles and mediums are welcome for consideration. In addition to the selected artists, the jury will select award winners in the following art categories: painting, photography, sculpture. All selected artists will receive a digital award certificate. An article about each artist will be displayed alongside the best of show and three winners. The best of show will be displayed on the poster of the exhibition. Judging the artwork will be based on the following criteria: creativity, originality and quality of art, overall design, demonstration of artistic ability, and usage of medium. The jury will not consider artworks with pornographic or satanic content. Entry fees are $20 for up to two artworks and $35 for up to four artworks.
Temporary
Faces Art Contest
Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the sixth Faces online art contest for the month of May 2026. Contest is open to all artists worldwide over 18 years of age. Only the face of a person or animal should be visible (single person, a group, or self-portrait). All visual art mediums (except video and sound) are allowed. Winning artwork (Best of Show) will be on the poster of the show. All winning artists will receive a digital award certificate. The deadline to submit entries is the May 07, 2026.
RFQ – City Fire Station 4 – Art in Public Places
City of Laguna Beach
Request for Artists Qualifications – Art in Public Places
CITY FIRE STATION 4 (APN: 056-105-04,07 & 35)
31796 Coast Highway
DEADLINE: May 31, 2026
ELIGIBILITY: The Arts Commission is looking for an Artist or Artist Team nationally with demonstrated experience in designing, creating, and installing site-responsive public art.
*IMPORTANT – Please read the guidelines and watch the following informational video before applying:
Fire Station 4 – RFQ Guidelines
Fire Station 4 – RFQ Video
Public Art
The City Arts Commission invites qualified artists or artist teams to submit their qualifications for a public art Installation for Fire Station 4. The location for public art is at the corner of Coast Highway and 5th Avenue measuring approximately 350 square feet and is approximately 37 feet wide and varies in depth from 8 to 14.5 feet from the back of the sidewalk and surrounded by four walls of the proposed building. Three of the walls will be plaster and one will be poured concrete.
The Artwork is to be a permanent installation. It should be large-scale, three-dimensional site-specific work which may be suspended, and may include landscaping and hardscaping as part of the unique design . All appropriate materials (metals, glass…) will be considered. Water elements and kinetic (moving) features will not be considered. The design should be non-representational, no theme is requested. It should draw positive attention to the new Fire Station and add identity to it and to the neighborhood. The design should engage drivers and pedestrians from its several vantage points, and lighting should be considered a primary artistic component. This is an opportunity to bring an innovative design that can enhance the City’s art collection and broaden the creative dialogue. The selected artist(s) will design and create a visually impactful public art experience that enhances the aesthetic of the new structure and the Laguna Beach community.
Community Engagement
The artist(s) will participate in public engagement activities to invite the input of the local community through social media, the City newsletter, and/or in-person presentation and dialogue, with timing to be mutually agreed upon.
Budget
An honorarium of $5,000 will be awarded for up to three selected artists/artist team to develop and submit a proposal. The City of Laguna Beach Arts Commission reserves the right to: reissue these guidelines and request for applications; and reject or cancel any or all applications. An honorarium for design, creation and installation is $100,000
Timeline
• Submission Deadline: May 31, 2026
• Arts Commission Review of Qualifications and Selection of Finalists: Tentative July 13, 2026
• Pre-Proposal Conference Call for selected Finalists: July 20, 2026
• Design Proposal: September 4, 2026
• Arts Commission Review and Design selection: September 28, 2026
• Project Completion: TBD (Subject to change) Fall 2028
Submission Requirements
1. Artist Statement (up to 500 words): Describe your artistic vision and approach to public art.
2. Résumé or CV: Include relevant public art experience. (1 page max).
3. Portfolio: Up to 8 images of completed public art projects with a corresponding image list (title, medium, dimensions, location, and date). Only include images/works that are relevant to this project and of permanent materials
4. References: Contact information for three professional references familiar with your work.
How to Apply
Submit your application via https://lagunabeachcity.slideroom.com
“Summer 5 for $10” 2026 Online Art Competition
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces their “Summer 5 for $10” 2026 Online Art Competition.
For this competition, all 2D and 3D artists, from around the world, are called upon to make online submissions for possible inclusion into the Gallery’s “Summer 5 for $10” online group art exhibition.
This is an “Open” (No Theme) art competition and the gallery invites artists, regardless of where they reside, to apply to this competition by submitting their best representational and/or abstract art.
The artwork for this competition does NOT need to be “Summer” themed. Any subject matter and any media are acceptable for consideration.
Best in Show winner will receive a cash prize. Extensive online promotion for winning artists.
Entry Fees: $10 for 5 entries
The deadline to apply is June 5, 2026.
For further information and to apply online: https://lightspacetime.art/summer-5-for-10-2026-online-art-competition/
About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly themed online art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists on a worldwide basis. It is the gallery’s intention to help today’s artists to successfully market their art to a worldwide audience.
16th Annual “Landscapes” Online Art Competition
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces the 16th Annual “Landscapes” Online Art Competition.
Both 2D & 3D artists (including photography & digital art), regardless of where they reside, are invited to apply to this competition by submitting their best representational or abstract art. The “Landscapes” theme will be the artist’s interpretation and depiction of the natural world, outdoor scenery, geographical environments, scenic vistas and related landscape subjects.
Best in Show winner will receive a cash prize. Winners receive extensive worldwide publicity and promotion.
Entry Fees: $18.00 for 1 to 2 entries / $26.00 for 3 to 5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts.
The deadline to apply is May 27, 2026.
For further information and to apply online: https://lightspacetime.art/16th-annual-landscapes-art-competition-2026/
About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly themed online art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists on a worldwide basis. It is the gallery’s intention to help today’s artists to successfully market their art to a worldwide audience.
33rd “Solo Art Series” – An Opportunity to Shine
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces its 33rd “Solo Art Series” Online Art Competition. 4 Solo Exhibitions & 8 Artist Showcases will be awarded.
There is no theme for this solo art competition so any subject matter and any media are acceptable for consideration. Both 2D & 3D artists (including photography & digital arts) are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art.
Extensive worldwide publicity & promotion, hundreds of press releases for winning artists.
Entry Fee: $26.00
Deadline to enter is May 5, 2026.
For further information and to apply online to this solo art opportunity here: https://lightspacetime.art/33rd-solo-art-series-2026/
About Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery
Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery conducts monthly themed online art competitions and art exhibitions for new and emerging artists on a worldwide basis. It is the gallery’s intention to help today’s artists to successfully market their art to a worldwide audience.
