UPWARD Gallery invites artists to submit artwork for our juried online art exhibition, Shadow Play.

The theme of the exhibition explores the visual and spatial perception of shadow and light in art, and their potential to depict fleeting moments and personal memories.

We welcome submissions from a variety of media, including but not limited to: painting, drawing, digital painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, textiles, and mixed media.

Awards: Interviews and other publications are featured in the print edition of UPWARD’s magazine and on the website, digital certificate, and personal artist page on the gallery website. The exhibition will be promoted online via our website and social media channels. All artists retain 100% of sales with inquiries directed to them.

Fee: $15 for entry, $12 (2-4 entries), $10 (5 or more entries).

Deadline: December 5, 2025

Visit https://upwardgallery.com/ad/competitions/121/shadow-play for a full information.

The UPWARD Gallery was founded in 2021. Our online platform is designed to share art with new audiences using modern technologies. We assist emerging artists in gaining recognition and established artists in expanding their influence.