Blue Koi Gallery

Her Canvas: Women Only

Juried Art Competition

Her Canvas is a women-only art competition created to honor and elevate the work of women artists from around the world. This exhibition welcomes all styles, mediums, and interpretations, offering a meaningful opportunity to have your work seen, celebrated, and professionally showcased. If you’re ready to share art that reflects your story, your voice, and your creative journey, we invite you to be part of this inspiring and empowering exhibition, hosted by Blue Koi Art Gallery. Deadline to apply: May 4th, 2026

Awards & Prizes

First Prize
$300 cash award with featured placement in the online exhibition, social media promotion, a dedicated newsletter announcement, Certificate of Achievement, and a digital award package.

 

Second Prize
$150 cash award with an artist profile page, exhibition feature, social media promotion, and certificate.

 

Third Prize
$75 cash award with exhibition placement, social media promotion, and certificate.

 

Merit Prize
$50 cash award with exhibition placement, social media promotion, and certificate. 

 

Finalists

Exhibition placement, social media promotion, and certificate.

*All winners receive a permanent showcase on the Blue Koi Online Gallery, displayed alongside leading contemporary artists.

 

Submit your work

 Standard: $35 for 6 images 

Open to artists worldwide

2D and 3D works accepted

High-resolution images (Max 3mb)

JPEG or PNG format only

No watermarks

You will receive a confirmation email after submitting.

More Information

Competition Timeline

Early Bird Deadline | Jan 20th , 2026

Entry Deadline | May 4th , 2026

Winners Notified | May 11-13, 2026

Award Payout Starts | May 14, 2026

Exhibition Starts | May 18, 2026

Image Requirements:

File Size: Max 2 MB | Format: jpg, jpeg, png. Ensure professional presentation: including proper cropping, no mockups, frames or watermarks.

File Name Format: Artist Name – Title of Art.jpg

Rules for Entry

This competition is open to artists worldwide who are 18 or older. All backgrounds, skill levels, and styles are welcome. We accept all visual media, including painting, mixed media, photography, digital art, and sculpture. All submissions must be original works created by the artist entering the competition. 

Previous Winner

Luisa Ruiz-Elegance in Repose

Our Process

Selected artists will be featured in the online exhibition and included in Blue Koi Gallery’s permanent archive, providing lasting visibility beyond the competition period. Winners and finalists receive certificates and promotional recognition, allowing this exhibition to be listed confidently on resumes, websites, grant applications, and professional portfolios.