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ExhibitionNew2028 Gallery Exhibition SeasonGarrison Art CenterThe Garrison Art Center invites US‑resident artists 18+ with a studio within 90 minutes of Garrison, NY, to submit proposals for solo, duo, trio, or small‑curated group exhibitions for its 2028 Gallery Season.CompetitionQuarterly art contest for October to December 2025Khula AasmaanThe Khula Aasmaan International Online Art Contest is a free, quarterly global competition open to artists of all ages and nationalities, with submissions accepted until 30 September 2026.GrantTravel GrantFundacion SansóTravel grants for beneficiaries of Linangan Artists Residencies and the Cultural Center of the Philippines' 13 Artists Awards who need financial assistance to participate in these programs.JobPrincipal Environment Artist - GameSim - Talent PipelineKeywords StudiosA senior environment‑artist position at Keywords Studios’ GameSim studio, recruiting via a talent‑pipeline posting for candidates in Ontario, Quebec or British Columbia, Canada.ExhibitionCall for Artists – Rhythm & HuesRhythm & HuesRhythm & Hues, a curated photography platform for home interiors, invites photographers to submit images suitable for interior décor; submissions are reviewed on a rolling basis.AwardDEZI ART PRIZE - $1000 GrantDeziA global, juried art grant offering two $1,000 unrestricted cash awards to emerging visual artists, with additional career support and visibility opportunities.ExhibitionNewPersonal BestAshton Gallery @ Art on 30thA San Diego regional juried show at Ashton Gallery inside the Art on 30th art centre in North Park, on view October 3 - 30, 2026.Canvas for Change – Art for SustainabilityUniversity of Bremen – University FoundationCompetitionVibrant Colors International Art CompetitionBlue Koi GalleryBlue Koi Gallery invites artists worldwide to submit artwork that embraces bold palettes, striking contrasts, and expressive use of color.Microbe Art ContestOur much‑loved Microbe Art Contest, held on 17 September 2026 in support of International Microorganism Day, invites participants to celebrate the wondrous world of microbes by creatively sharing art inspired by microbiology.CompetitionEchoes of Abstract | International Art CompetitionBlue Koi GalleryBlue Koi Gallery’s Echoes of Abstract is an international online juried art competition offering a $150 cash prize and a month‑long online exhibition for artists worldwide.ExhibitionOpen Call \"Unscripted\" — PURPLEHAZE Print Issue 013 x Berlin ExhibitionPURPLEHAZEApply for the Autumn–Winter 2026 print issue of PURPLEHAZE and an offline group exhibition in Berlin.ResidencyChokechaka Artist ResidencyRes ArtisOur residency welcomes artists who seek not only to advance their personal projects but also to engage deeply with the Sacred Valley of the Incas—its culture, nature, and history.ResidencyCenter for Contemporary Printmaking Artist ResidencyCenter for Contemporary PrintmakingThe Center for Contemporary Printmaking offers a solo printmaking residency in its Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage, providing studio, lodging, and full equipment for 1–2 week stays.ExhibitionPieces For Peace 2026S.C.R.A.P. GalleryExhibition2nd International Art & Design Symposium – Mixed Exhibition CallEurasian International UniversityOpen call for artists to exhibit works at the 2nd International Art & Design Symposium in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan (deadline 22 Oct 2026).ExhibitionArtEvol 2026: A View from EverywhereLondon Art CollectiveArtEvol 2026: A View from Everywhere is a large‑scale international group exhibition presented by London Art Collective at Saatchi Gallery, seeking works that reveal diverse perspectives on the world.CompetitionStill Life + Portrait + RealismCamelback GalleryInternational juried virtual art competition open to all artists, featuring cash awards and a 3‑month virtual exhibition.ExhibitionAsche der Aktionen: BLECH Halle Group Show CallBLECH, Raum fur Kunst Halle e.V.BLECH, Raum fur Kunst Halle e.V. invites artists to submit works for its group exhibition Asche der Aktionen, scheduled for November 2026, focusing on colonial and patriarchal power relations.ExhibitionIn the Realm of the MysticVerum Ultimum Art GalleryVerum Ultimum Art Gallery invites international artists 18+ to submit works interpreting the theme “In the Realm of the Mystic” for an online‑only exhibition and catalogue.Workshop2026 Art at Work Program: Preparing Public Art Portfolios for Artist CallsRichmond Arts CoalitionThe City of Richmond Public Art Program invites local artists to submit proposals for the 2027–2028 No.3 Road Art Columns Program, a two‑year public art exhibition featuring six artists each year.ExhibitionCall for Artists: CICA Contemporary Art Solo Show Series Spring 2027CICA MuseumCICA Museum invites artists worldwide to apply for a solo exhibition (≈44 m²) in its Spring 2027 series and inclusion in the e‑book “CICA Art Now 2027”.ExhibitionAll About Women 2026Marin Society of ArtistsAll About Women 2026 is an online exhibition open to all artists aged 18 and over, inviting submissions about women and their lives.Fairs/FestivalsLaumeier Sculpture Park 2027 Annual Art FairSt. Louis, MissouriApplication fee: $35 / $45 / $55 Event dates: May 7 - May 9, 2027 Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST Jan. 4, 2027ExhibitionSolo Show/Small Group: 2027Gallery 40Gallery 40 invites U.S.-based artists 18+ to submit for its 2027 solo or small‑group exhibition (Feb 6 – Mar 14, 2027) with a 6‑week run in Poughkeepsie, NY.ExhibitionDuluth Handmade Holiday Market 2026City of DuluthArtists may apply to vend handmade goods at the Duluth Handmade Holiday Market 2026, a family‑oriented holiday market in Duluth, GA.ExhibitionSeason of Wonder: Art Inspired by Beauty, Curiosity, and JoySan Antonio Art League + MuseumSeason of Wonder is a members‑only exhibition at the San Antonio Art League + Museum inviting artists to submit original, affordable works that celebrate beauty, curiosity and joy.ResidencyWelcome to Art CampThe Isolation Journals with Suleika JaouadA month‑long at‑home artist residency for beginners, dabblers, and the creatively curious, delivered via weekly prompts and community chat.ExhibitionOpen Call: Annual Exhibition at Royal Scottish Academy Building, Edinburgh - 2027Visual Arts ScotlandOpen call for the 2027 Annual Exhibition at the RSA building in Edinburgh, accepting worldwide visual artists across all disciplines; deadline 28 August 2026.ExhibitionHunt Open Submission Exhibition 2026Hunt MuseumThe Hunt Museum invites submissions for the Second Annual Hunt Open Submission Exhibition 2026, a juried exhibition celebrating contemporary visual art from Ireland and around the world.AwardATF – Art Talent Fair 2026Moho Art GalleryThe Art Talent Fair 2026 is a contemporary art award that offers 8 selected artists the opportunity to exhibit their works at the Moho Art Gallery in Venice.ExhibitionASA Open Call For Exhibitions 2027-2028Alberta Society of ArtistsThe Alberta Society of Artists invites Alberta‑resident visual artists aged 18+ to propose solo or small‑group exhibitions for the 2027‑2028 season.OtherOpen Call for Artist Directory 2027Al-Tiba9 Contemporary ArtAl‑Tiba9 Contemporary Art invites visual artists worldwide to apply for inclusion in the 2027 Artist Directory, offering international exposure through its magazine, website and partner networks.ExhibitionNewCall for Artists: “Movements” International ExhibitionCICA MuseumCICA Museum invites artists worldwide to submit works for the international exhibition “Movements,” which explores the fluidity of nature, bodies, and social movements.ExhibitionPublic Art Banners 2026City of SurreyThe City-Wide Banner Series for 2026 seeks proposals from artists who explore 2D abstraction.AwardApila's First Printing Award 2027Apila EdicionesPremio internacional para ilustradores de álbumes infantiles que aún no hayan publicado un libro con ISBN, con un premio de 4.000 € y contrato de publicación.