For most Earthlings, 2020 has been an unprecedented time that left an indelible mark on every soul. The grief, the rage, the callousness that appeared so pervasive – and yet – the sacrifice, the love, the empathy that arose from it so genuine! While Epi-Pen and N95 became commonplace, we discovered we didn’t need social distancing to experience the consequences of the different shades of skin we wear. Or that breathing may not be a universal right for those wearing darker shades among us. For this contest, share what has best captured your artistic imagination about the year 2020 – the joy, the sorrow, and everything in between. At Art Show International, artists are free to apply their own interpretation in representing the overall theme. Representational and abstract ideas based broadly on this theme, in any media, will be considered. See below for more details on submission guidelines.

All visual artists from around the world are encouraged to submit their best artworks in all styles, including both 2D and 3D works, painting, sculpture, digital, printmaking, fiber, photography, graphic, mixed media, as well as experimental and installation works. Winners will receive cash prizes and worldwide recognition.

Artworks will be judged in three broad categories: 1. Painting 2. Photography & Digital 3. Sculpture & 3D Installation

Some of our other contest themes are:

1.      SOLO EXHIBITION

2.      LANDSCAPE

3.      FLOWER

4.      PORTRAIT

5.      FIGURATIVE

6.      STILL LIFE

7.      BIRD

8.      ANIMAL

9.      ABSTRACT

10. OPEN

First Prize Award (Overall) $150-$500

Merit Prize Award (Painting & Mixed Media) $100-$250

Merit Prize Award (Photography & Digital) $100-$250

Merit Prize Award (Sculpture & 3D Installation) $100-$250

Talent Prize Award $50-$100

Honorable Mention Award $0-$50

Finalist Award

All competition winners will receive Award Certificates.

The entry fee for each artwork submission is $10 (non-refundable), with up to 5 submissions for each artist per theme.

Any questions, please contact us at info@ArtShowInternational.com