In-Gallery Exhibition – Art Comes Alive 2026, with Awards

The Art Comes Alive (ACA) exhibition and awards gala is ADC Fine Art’s flagship event, celebrating 17 years of showcasing living artists across all media. Held in the 13,000‑sq‑ft gallery in Cincinnati’s Over‑the‑Rhine district, the 2026 edition invites 250 artists to display paintings, mixed media, glass, photography, ceramics, installations, and more. Participants receive a range of prizes, including gallery contracts, magazine features, solo and group shows, SmartSell memberships, and a total of over $450,000 in awards. The event culminates in an opening gala and awards ceremony on November 17. Artists can apply by submitting up to four pieces (the fourth is free) for a $25 per‑piece fee. The program offers significant exposure to collectors, corporate buyers, and industry professionals, and provides networking opportunities that can advance careers. The ACA is an annual, recurring call with a fixed deadline of September 28, 2026.

Gallery space, awards, exposure, industry networking, potential gallery contracts, digital and print magazine features, solo and group shows, SmartSell memberships