We are pleased to announce our second Waters online Art Competition for the month of August 2025. The gallery invites artists and photographers to submit their finest works inspired by the theme Waters. Submissions may explore a wide range of interpretations whether representational, abstract, or conceptual and can depict seascapes, oceans, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, streams, or ponds. All visual art mediums are allowed
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 two pieces of artwork. You may submit more than two images; there is no limit to the number of images an artist may submit.
Temporary
☀️ SUMMER * $1,800.00 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo
SUMMER 2025 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.
Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant’s commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. For more information and to apply visit https://innovateartistgrants.org
Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers through quarterly grants. We’ve simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself and our application reflects that.
Innovate Grant awards:
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer
+ 12 x Honorable Mentions
Explore the work of ALL Past Innovate Grant recipients and read their interviews at https://innovateartistgrants.org
How to Apply: Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. Apply today at https://innovateartistgrants.org
Category: Multiple disciplines and genres accepted
Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025 – Submit by 11:59PM Pacific Standard Time
Region: US & International
Awards: 2 x $1,800.00 USD Grants // 12 x Honorable Mentions
Apply Online Today
https://innovateartistgrants.org
Blue Art Contest
Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the fifth “Blue” online art contest for the month of August 2025. Artists from around the world are welcome to submit. The theme may include any work with depiction of the color blue or shades of blue (pale blue of a daytime sky, shades of turquoise, ultramarine blue, deep ocean blue). 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 August 14, 2025.
Call for Submissions: Art in Action New York 2025
We invite artists, performers, designers, and professionals in creative fields to participate in Art in Action New York 2025. Art in Action aims to explore new ways of showcasing art and creative projects while providing meaningful experiences and professional networks for artists, enthusiasts, and local and international audiences. Through challenges, collaboration, and commitment, we hope to inspire a new cultural movement, blurring boundaries between cultural creators from different backgrounds and languages, as well as between creators and consumers.
[Art in Action New York 2025]
“Art in Action New York 2025” is a one-day event featuring talks, performances, artworks, and pop-up booths. Each presenter will have 20 minutes to showcase their work, including talks, presentations, performances, and/or experimental workshops.
Presenters will also have the opportunity to showcase and sell their work during the event. Each presenter will be assigned one booth table. Items for sale may include artworks, prints, publications, design products, stationery, and other creative goods.
Artists’ promo videos and event footage will be shared on social media. The event is organized by CICA Museum and will take place in Brooklyn, New York on December 20, 2025. Presenters will meet online in advance to prepare for the show, and our team will announce the schedule.
Presenters will also be featured in the upcoming book New Media Art 2027, expected to be released in full-color paperback in December 2026.
[Exhibition] “Art in Action: Concurrent Show” at the CICA Museum
Participating artists will be invited to the group show, Art in Action: Concurrent Show, at the CICA Museum in Korea from December 3rd to December 28th, 2025. CICA Museum staff will install artworks on behalf of the artists. Each participating artist may exhibit up to two works. Participation is optional. Additional fees may apply if a work exceeds the specified size limits or requires additional installation requirements.
*Installation:
– Photographs & 2D Digital Art
Selected works will be printed in 10×15 or 10 x 10 inches, framed, and installed by the museum curators & assistants. If requested by the artist, works can be printed and framed in larger sizes. Additional fees may apply.
– Video & Interactive Art
The museum will provide projectors and DVD/DIVX players for the show. Multiple single-channel works will be screened through a projector. The museum curators & assistants will install your work(s) according to your installation guidelines. If the work is required to be screened through a projector exclusively, or more than two projectors/monitors are needed, please indicate the special requirements in the submission email. Additional fees may apply.
– Physical Work & Installation Art
The artist is responsible for the shipment and delivery of his/her physical work to and from CICA Museum, as well as all related expenses. The two-dimensional work should be no larger than 39 inch (1 m) on the longest side, and the installation piece should be no larger than 39x39x79 inches (1 x 1 x 2 m, w x l x h). The work that needs to be mounted on the wall should not exceed 10 kg. Please indicate in the submission email if you are interested in exhibiting works exceeding the size/weight limit.
*Timeline:
August 18, 2025 Submission Deadline
August 20 – September 21, 2025 Presenter Registration (notification upon acceptance)
October 4, 2025 Online Information Session
December 20, 2025 “Art in Action New York 2025” in NYC, USA
December 3 – 28, 2025 “Art in Action: Concurrent Show” at the CICA Museum, Korea
December 1, 2026 Expected publication date of “New Media Art 2027”
***The schedule is subject to change.
*How to submit your work: Please visit our website for more information.
https://cicamuseum.com/call-for-submissions-art-in-action-new-york-2025/
2025 Juried Fine Art
City of Laguna Beach – 2025 Juried Fine Art
CLICK HERE for complete program guidelines.
Honorarium:
1st Place $1,200; 2nd Place $600; and 3rd Place $300
Eligibility: Open to all Orange County artists 18 years of age or older. Work must be original and executed within the past two (2) years. Work must not have been previously exhibited at City Hall. Entry in this exhibit establishes an agreement on the part of the artist to all conditions listed in the prospectus. City employees, including those compensated for City Council, Board or Commission positions, are not eligible to apply.
Media: Two-dimensional art works measuring no more than 48”(h) x 36”(w) framed.
Entry Fee: A non-refundable entry fee of $25 allows for up to three (3) entries.
Important Dates:
Mon., September 1, 2025- 11:59 p.m. deadline to submit images to https://lagunabeachcity.slideroom.com
Wed., September 10, 2025- Notification e-mailed to all entrants.
Sun., September 21, 2025- Deliver selected artwork to City Hall between 9:00 and 10:30 a.m.
Thurs., November 6, 2025- Reception and Awards Announcement between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m.
Fri., November 14, 2025- Artwork pick-up between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
Exhibition Dates: September 21 – November 14, 2025
Juror: TBA
Entry Procedures: Submit up to three (3) pieces by registering and uploading images at https://lagunabeachcity.slideroom.com. Payments made on a secure server with any major credit card.
Condition of Entries: All work must be completely dry, framed, wired and ready for hanging, or otherwise suitably prepared for exhibition. Sawtooth hangers will not be accepted (see hanging guidelines on pg. 2). The City of Laguna Beach Cultural Arts Department, Arts Commission and appointed exhibition juror(s) retain the right to reject any submissions that do not fit the guidelines and/or the spirit of the exhibition or that may be deemed inappropriate.
Contact:
Michael McGregor, Arts Program Coordinator, (949) 497-0743 or mmcgregor@lagunabeachcity.net
This program is funded by the lodging establishments and City of Laguna Beach.
Photo Shoot: 2025
A juried group photo show with an open theme at Black Box Gallery.
For more info: https://blackboxgallery.com/
