Open Theme | 2026 Juried Art Competition
Deadline June 4, 2026 | $20 entry fee
We invite artists and photographers to submit work for the Open Theme Art Competition. This open call welcomes all subjects, styles, and mediums, giving artists the freedom to share their strongest and most compelling work. Submit your artwork and take this opportunity to showcase your creative vision.
Free Submission Week: Artists may submit 1 artwork free during the first 7 days of the competition. After the free period ends, standard entry fees apply: $20 for 2 artworks, $6 for each additional artwork.
Submission confirmation sent instantly.
Issues Submitting?
We encourage you to use the online form for faster processing, but if you encounter any issues, you can email us your application. Please include the following details in your email:
– Your full name (Artist Name)
– Email Address
– Website (optional)
-Artist Statement (Optional)
– State and Country (optional)
– Attach images of your artwork, labeled with their titles and mediums.
Once we receive your submission, we will send you an invoice for the application fee.
Deadline
February 28, 2026
More Information
Free Submission Week Starts | April 1, 2026
Entry Deadline | June 4, 2026
Winners Notified | June 9-12, 2026
Award Payouts | June 12 2026
Exhibition Starts | June 15, 2026
The competition is open to artists worldwide, ages 18 and older.
We welcome both emerging and established creators working in: Any 2D or 3D Visual medium.
File Size: Max 2 MB | Format: jpg, jpeg, png. Ensure proper cropping, no mockups, frames or watermarks.
AI-generated artwork is not accepted. All submissions must be created by the artist and owned by the artist at the time of entry.
• Juried by art professionals
• International online exhibition
• Selected artists featured permanently
• Eligible for awards and recognition
Read our Entry terms and conditions.
Awards and Prizes
For artists who are building momentum, not just submitting work.
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$150 Cash Award
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Digital Award Package
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Newsletter Announcement
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Promotion Across Social media
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Professionally Designed Certificate
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Online Month Long Exhibition
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Dedicated Artist Profile Page
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Promotion Across Social media
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Professionally Designed Certificate
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Online Month Long Exhibition
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Dedicated Artist Profile Page
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Promotion Across Social media
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Professionally Designed Certificate
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Online Month Long Exhibition
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Permanent showcase on the Blue Koi Gallery website
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Professionally Designed Certificate