A Smith Gallery: Imagined

A Smith Gallery is hosting an open call for its upcoming exhibition titled Imagined. Photographers of all skill levels, from amateur to professional, are encouraged to submit works that provide a creative interpretation of the theme. Selected entries will be showcased at the gallery’s physical location in the Nugent Avenue Arts District of Johnson City, […]

MFA At Play 2026 Open Call

The Maryland Federation of Art (MFA) presents ‘At Play,’ a global exhibition opportunity celebrating the intrinsic joy of the creative process. This call invites submissions that emerge from states of experimentation and curiosity, highlighting artistic endeavors driven by wonder rather than predetermined results. Artists worldwide are encouraged to apply, regardless of their career stage. The […]

Sonntag Grant for Photography

The Sonntag Grant for Photography, in partnership with Replika Publishing, is an annual initiative designed to support FLINTA (female, lesbian, intersex, non-binary, trans, and agender) artists. This open call seeks photography projects that challenge the boundaries of the book as a form, focusing on under-recognized voices and works rooted in material inquiry and artistic dialogue. […]

Tartget Prize International Painting Contest

The Tartget Prize International Painting Contest returns for its second edition, solidifying its status as a leading cultural platform for artists worldwide. This competition seeks to provide visibility to creators across all career stages while encouraging artistic production and connecting artists with collectors and galleries. The initiative serves as a global window for various pictorial […]

Tartget Painting Prize

The Tartget Painting Prize is a private initiative by Connecting Global Projects SLU designed to foster artistic production and provide high-level visibility to creators on a global scale. This international contest seeks to connect artists with collectors, galleries, and enthusiasts through a rigorous selection process. The call is open to painters worldwide who wish to […]

May Salon Art Prize Online Art Competition

The 16th Annual Salon Art Prize is a prestigious online competition organized by PleinAir and Fine Art Connoisseur magazines. It operates through eleven monthly cycles, culminating in a grand annual competition that celebrates excellence in contemporary painting and drawing. Master artists, museum directors, and gallery owners serve as jurors for each cycle. The call is […]

May Salon Art Prize

The May Salon Art Prize, presented by PleinAir & Fine Art Connoisseur Magazines, is a premier online competition seeking exceptional talent in painting and drawing. While the magazines often focus on landscape and plein air traditions, this specific prize is open to all subjects and techniques, including studio-based works. Artists from across the globe are […]

Target Prize International Painting Contest

The Target Prize is an esteemed international painting competition designed to recognize and elevate exceptional artistic talent from across the globe. Organized by Connecting Global Projects SLU, the contest provides a broad platform for artists by offering numerous categories to accommodate various painting styles and techniques. This opportunity is open to artists worldwide, providing participants […]

Emerging New Media Artists Programme

Diriyah Art Futures (DAF) invites applications for the third cycle of its Emerging New Media Artists Programme, a comprehensive one-year initiative dedicated to creative production and professional training. Developed in partnership with Le Fresnoy – Studio National des Arts Contemporains, the residency is designed for early-career practitioners looking to bridge the gap between art, science, […]

War/Conflict Photography in the Time of the Global Changes

category 1. Documentary coverage of war/conflict Documentary projects are accepted for consideration in this category. The use of AI, photomontages, collages, and visual manipulations that alter the image is not allowed. category 2. Conceptual approach 
 in covering war/conflict Photographic projects that explore war and conflict through conceptual or artistic approaches are accepted. Visual experiments, […]