Strange Figurations is an international, thematic group exhibition curated and hosted by the Limner Gallery. The exhibition is open to all interpretations of the concept, Strange Figurations, which would include surreal, visionary and generally all out of the ordinary figurative art. The show is open to all media, techniques and styles from realist to expressionistic. 72″ maximum dimension. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery, September 3 – 26, 2026. Deadline June 30. Entry information at: http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/strange.htm
Temporary
2026 International Artists Grand Prize Competition
The Taiwan International Contemporary Artist Association has organized one of Asia’s top art contests, the International Artist Grand Prize Competition (I.A.G.P.C.). Organizer will display artworks created by the most distinguished artist all over the world in order to promote individual artists to Asian market. The organizer is now combining I.A.G.P.C. together with Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.), the most important platform of art exchange in Taiwan, to promote individual artists to the international market. The combined power of both of these unrivaled art outlets will result in more opportunities of sponsorship, exhibition and sale.
Entry Fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to all top artists over 18 years old.
For more details regarding the I.A.G.P.C. and A.R.T. “Live Naturally • The Arts-in-Life Show”, please refer to the event website at: www.arts.org.tw/en/
Award:
Finalists:All accepted entries will be exhibited for sale in the A.R.T. “Live Naturally • The Arts-in-Life Show” 2026.
Championship:The juror will select ONE artist to participate in A.R.T. “Live Naturally • The Arts-in-Life Show” 2027. X-Power Gallery will sponsor the winner to exhibit selected artworks in A.R.T. “Live Naturally • The Arts-in-Life Show” 2027 and the round-trip transportation fee of the artworks for shipping to Organizer and if unsold, returning back to the winner.
Certificate: Each finalist will receive one certificate of exhibition.
Shadow & Form | International Art Competition
This month’s theme invites artists to explore how light, shadow, and form shape visual expression through contrast, depth, and striking composition. Open to artists worldwide. All mediums are accepted, including 2D and 3D visual art. Selected works will be featured in a curated online exhibition, providing professional recognition and global exposure.
Win $500 worth of prizes and Cash Award | Social Media Promotion | Email to Galleries, Art Admirers & Collectors | Certificate. All Winners: Featured in the Blue Koi Online Art Exhibition alongside the world’s best contemporary artists.
All mediums and skill levels welcome. Open to artists worldwide, 18+.
Entry Fee:
$20 for 2 artworks, $6 for each additional. Deadline: April 30, 2026
How to Enter
1. Complete the online entry form
2. Upload your images and artwork details
3. Pay the applicable entry fee
Receive confirmation of your entry and stay tuned for winner announcements
Waterscapes 2026 Art Competition
Fusion Art announces the Waterscapes 2026 Art Competition.
For this competition, both 2D and 3D artists, worldwide, are invited to submit their best art depicting waterscapes. The theme includes any art which depicts any type of body of water including the ocean, lakes, rivers, ponds, streams, coastal living, any ocean activities, seaside vistas, beaches, and any related seashore or lakeside subjects. It can also include rain, puddles and frozen waterscapes.
All artists, regardless of location or experience, are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art and photography. This is the 10th annual Waterscapes art competition that gallery has held.
Choice of a cash prize or complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art’s Members Gallery for Best in Show winners. Winners and finalists are provided with extensive worldwide publicity and promotion.
Entry Fees: $25 for 1-2 images / $40 for up to 5 images
The deadline to enter is May 1, 2026.
Please visit https://www.fusionartps.com/calls-for-artists/ for full competition guidelines and to submit.
About Fusion Art
Founded by Award winning artist, Chris and Valerie Hoffman, Fusion Art was envisioned and formed out of a passion for art and the artists who create it. The website promotes and connects new, emerging and established artists with collectors and art enthusiasts, while offering the opportunity to participate in art competitions, exhibitions and experiences.
Landscapes Art Contest
Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the seventh “Landscapes” online art contest for the month of April 2026. Contest is open to all artists worldwide over 18 years of age. The primary focus of Landscapes theme should be any art with interpretation of natural elements such as mountains, hills, valleys, deserts, forests, farmland, trees, rivers, lakes, polar regions, rainforests, islands and tropical landscapes. All visual art mediums (except video and sound) are allowed. Best of Show artwork will be on the poster of the show. Winning artists (Merit Award & Honorable Mention) will receive a digital award certificate. The deadline to submit entries is the April 16, 2026.
Open Call for Artists – Summer Exhibition 2026
Submit your application to participate in Francis Gallery’s Summer Exhibition 2026
Open to artists aged 18 years or over who are based within the Greater Los Angeles Area.
Application deadline: April 15, 2026
Results announced: May 8, 2026
Terms and Conditions
– Entry is open to artists aged 18 years or over who are based within the Greater Los Angeles Area.
– Applications submitted from outside the Greater Los Angeles Area will not be considered for selection.
– Application fees are non-refundable.
– A maximum of two artworks may be submitted.
– A non-refundable application fee of $30 per artwork applies. The total fee is $60 if submitting two artworks.
– 100% of application fees will be put towards the production costs of the exhibition.
– All exhibited works must be available for sale with a minimum price of $800. For pricing guidance, contact: summer@francisgallery.com.
– Artwork prices submitted must be the final sale price and include the gallery’s 40% commission (artist receives 60%).
– Francis Gallery reserves the right to discuss pricing with artists, and will confirm any changes in writing before the exhibition opens.
– Applications must be submitted by 15 April 2026. Submissions are capped, artists are advised to apply early to ensure their application irrespective of received.
Prizes
Francis Gallery is offering two cash prizes to exhibitors:
– The Francis Award for abstract painting – $15,000
– The Clara Award for figurative painting – $15,000
Artwork Guidelines
– All artworks must be paintings and may be created in any medium.
– Artwork dimensions must be no smaller than 8 × 10 inches and no larger than 48 × 60 inches.
– All works must be original paintings created by the submitting artist and completed within the last three years.
– Uploaded images must be titled using the following format:
01 / 02_FULL NAME_ARTWORK TITLE_YEAR OF CREATION.
Artwork Delivery
– If selected, artworks must be hand-delivered to, and collected from, Francis Gallery on Melrose Avenue on the specified dates (June 29 – July 3, 2026).
– Artists may appoint another person to deliver or collect work on their behalf.
– Delivery via courier or postal services will not be accepted.
Agreement
By submitting an application, artists confirm that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the full Terms & Conditions of the Summer Exhibition 2026.
For application support, contact: summer@francisgallery.com
