12 Art Calls for Photographers to Apply in 2026

Here's the problem with finding photography calls online: most sites dump everything in one place. You get legitimate gallery exhibitions mixed with questionable platforms, expired deadlines, and organizers you can't verify.

I built this list differently. I reviewed 206 active photography calls on EntryThingy's dashboard and selected 12 that are currently open and worth your time.

Every call here has been verified by our team. We checked the organizer's background, confirmed they have a real exhibition space or legitimate online platform, and made sure the submission terms are clear.

How I Built This List of Photography Calls

I filtered EntryThingy's dashboard by medium, deadline, and fee type. Then I manually reviewed each call against three criteria:

Organizer legitimacy: Does this gallery, museum, or organization have a verifiable track record? Can I find their previous exhibitions, social media presence, or institutional affiliations?

Clear submission terms: Are the requirements straightforward? Do they tell you exactly what to submit, when you'll hear back, and what happens if you're accepted?

Real value for photographers: Does this offer actual exhibition space, meaningful exposure, fair commission terms, or professional documentation?

Every call on EntryThingy includes:

• Organizer background and exhibition history
• Full submission requirements and deadlines
• Exhibition dates and notification timelines
• Direct contact information for questions

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12 Art Calls for Photographers to Apply in 2026

1. GATHER – Emerson College

Emerson College's student-run gallery is seeking photography that explores connection, community, and collective empowerment (with no entry fee).

Key details

• Organization: Emerson Contemporary (Emerson College)
• Medium: Photography and lens-based media (analog, digital, mixed media, video, installation)
• Eligibility: Open to all emerging artists
• Deadline: February 25, 2026
• Entry Fee: Free
• What You Get: Exhibition at Emerson Contemporary gallery in Boston, MA
• Exhibition Dates: One-week group exhibition (dates TBA after selection)

About the Organizer

Emerson Contemporary is a student-run gallery at Emerson College, curated by upper-level undergraduates. They focus on thematic group exhibitions that engage with contemporary social and political issues, providing exhibition opportunities for emerging artists while developing the curatorial skills of their student team.

Why I Included This

This is a rare free call from a legitimate college gallery, which is perfect for emerging photographers testing juried exhibitions. The theme "GATHER" is conceptually rich but open-ended: connection, community, repair, fragmentation.

They explicitly welcome mixed media, analog processes, collaborative work, and installations that "embrace imperfections." If you're working beyond traditional prints (sewn images, collage, projection, video, handwork) this call encourages experimentation. The student curators want boundary-pushing work, not just polished portfolios.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–5 per entry, up to 4 entries allowed
• File specs: 50MB max | JPG, PNG, PDF, GIF
• Requirements: No artist statement needed

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2. Carnival in Black & White – NOLA Film Plug

NOLA Film Plug is seeking black and white film photography of Mardi Gras, the "last resort" rolls that capture the season's raw, intimate energy beyond the color and spectacle.

Key details

• Organization: NOLA Film Plug
• Medium: Black & white film photography only (Mardi Gras/Carnival)
• Eligibility: Open to all film photographers (work must be shot during any New Orleans Carnival season)
• Deadline: February 28, 2026 (late submissions March 1 with possible fees)
• Entry Fee: Free
• What You Get: Exhibition at NOLA Film Plug gallery + 85% commission on print sales
• Exhibition Dates: March 6 – April 1, 2026

About the Organizer

NOLA Film Plug is a New Orleans gallery and community space dedicated to film photography. They support local and visiting photographers through exhibitions, workshops, and film processing services, with a focus on authentic, non-commercial perspectives of the city's culture. Their 85/15 commission split (85% to the artist) reflects a genuine commitment to supporting photographers.

Why I Included This

This is a refreshingly specific call. Most Mardi Gras photography focuses on color and spectacle — NOLA Film Plug flips that by asking for the "reluctant" black and white shots, the ones you grab when color film runs out. It's a curatorial angle that invites grittier, more intimate, less performative work.

The gallery is transparent about print sales (85% to the artist, 15% gallery), provides a direct contact for questions, and specifies delivery logistics clearly. Plus, it's free entry from an established film community hub.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–3 per entry, only one entry allowed
• Medium: Black & white film only (shot during New Orleans Carnival: Twelfth Night through Mardi Gras Day)
• Film stock: Include if possible (Tri-X, HP5, T-Max, etc.)
• File specs: 50MB max | JPG, PNG, GIF, MOV, MP4
• Delivery: Artists responsible for printing, mounting, framing (gallery-ready by Feb 28)
• Late submissions: March 1 (fees may apply)

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3. Call for Art – Brown University Health - Rhode Island Hospital

Brown University Health's Healing Arts Department seeks Rhode Island-based photographers for rotating exhibitions in hospital display cases viewed by thousands daily.

Key details

• Organization: Brown University Health - Rhode Island Hospital (Healing Arts Department)
• Medium: Drawing, painting, photography, mixed media, digital art, fiber arts
• Eligibility: Artists currently living and/or working in Rhode Island
• Deadline: March 1, 2026
• Entry Fee: Free
• What You Get: Exhibition in Gladys Potter Gallery (2 enclosed display cases in high-traffic corridor)
• Exhibition Dates: Rotating exhibitions every 7–10 weeks (selected artists scheduled accordingly)

About the Organizer

The Healing Arts Department at Brown University Health integrates visual arts into healthcare environments at Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children's Hospital.

The Gladys Potter Gallery features two enclosed display cases in a high-traffic corridor, providing daily visibility to patients, families, healthcare workers, and visitors. Their mission is to highlight Rhode Island's cultural diversity through art that creates moments of beauty and reflection in clinical spaces.

Why I Included This

This is a free, community-focused opportunity with a meaningful purpose: bringing art into healing environments. While it's not a traditional gallery (it's two enclosed display cases), the exposure is significant — thousands of people pass through this corridor daily.

Brown University Health's official Healing Arts Department runs the program, with clear contact info and transparent submission guidelines. The rotating 7–10 week schedule means selected artists get real exhibition time, not just a one-off display.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 5–15 per entry (they want to see range), only one entry allowed
• File specs: 50MB max | JPG only
• Requirements: Art list with titles, medium, dimensions, display format + brief artist statement (200 words max)
• Exhibition format: Multiple artists may be exhibited simultaneously

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4. Chase the Light – LightBox Photographic Gallery

LightBox Photographic Gallery in Astoria, Oregon seeks photography exploring light in all forms — natural, artificial, shadow, or constructed — as subject, tool, and narrative force.

Key details

• Organization: LightBox Photographic Gallery
• Medium: Photography (all approaches to light — natural, artificial, shadow, constructed)
• Eligibility: Open to all photographers
• Deadline: March 8, 2026
• Entry Fee: Free
• What You Get: Exhibition at LightBox Photographic Gallery in Astoria, OR
• Exhibition Dates: To be announced after jury selection

About the Organizer

LightBox Photographic Gallery is a photography-focused exhibition space in Astoria, Oregon, dedicated to showcasing contemporary photographic work across all genres and processes. The gallery highlights conceptual and technical explorations of the medium, providing a platform for both emerging and established photographers through themed calls for entry.

Why I Included This

This is a free call with a beautifully open-ended theme. "Chase the Light" welcomes photographers working in any style. Golden hour landscapes, studio portraiture with dramatic lighting, nocturnal urban scenes, experimental light painting. The theme invites both technical mastery (how you control light) and conceptual exploration (what light reveals or hides).

LightBox is an established photography gallery with a clear submission process. The free entry and straightforward requirements make this accessible to photographers at any stage.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–10 per entry, only one entry allowed
• File specs: 50MB max | JPG only
• Theme: Open interpretation — natural light, artificial light, shadow, constructed lighting, or any approach where light shapes the narrative

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5. Faces & Figures – Stamford Art Association

An open-theme juried exhibition exploring portraiture and figurative work across all media — presented at The Townhouse Gallery and online via the Stamford Art Association website.

Key details

• Organization: Stamford Art Association
• Medium: Painting, photography, drawing, mixed media, sculpture, printmaking (all interpretations of faces and figures)
• Eligibility: Open to all artists
• Deadline: March 8, 2026, 11:59 PM
• Entry Fee: Non-members pay $35 for the first piece and $15 for each additional entry (up to 9 total). SAA Members pay $30 for the first piece and $10 for each additional entry.
• What You Get: Exhibition at The Townhouse Gallery in Stamford, CT, and featured online via SAA website. Gallery takes 30% commission on sales (artist sets pricing).
• Exhibition Dates: March 26 – April 24, 2026 | Opening Reception: March 26, 5:30–7 PM

About the Organizer

Stamford Art Association (SAA) is an established Connecticut arts organization supporting regional artists through exhibitions, workshops, and community programming. Their Townhouse Gallery hosts rotating juried exhibitions with professional gallery standards and online visibility through the SAA website.

About the Juror

Barbara Mathis is a figurative painter whose works are held in many private collections and have been featured in juried and invitational exhibitions at venues including the Katonah Museum, Pen and Brush, Pfizer Corporation, and Greenwich Arts Society. Her expertise in figurative work makes her well-suited to jury this theme-focused exhibition.

Why I Included This

This is a well-organized regional exhibition with open interpretation of "Faces & Figures" — whether you're a portrait photographer, documentary photographer capturing candid moments, or creating staged figurative compositions, the theme accommodates diverse approaches.

SAA is transparent about logistics (hand delivery required, specific receiving/pickup dates, wiring requirements, commission structure), has a named juror with institutional credentials, and provides clear artist notification (March 12). The tiered entry fee structure rewards members and multiple submissions.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–9 per entry, up to 9 entries allowed
• File specs: 5MB max, minimum 1920px longest side, 72 ppi | JPG (preferred), PNG, GIF
• File naming: LastName_Title_Media_Price_Dimensions.jpg
• Artist notification: March 12, 2026
• Note: Accepted work must be hand-delivered (wired for hanging) March 20–21 and picked up April 24–25. Artists must self-insure. Size limit: 48x60 inches framed.

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6. Elemental: Earth, Water, Air, Fire – Arts Center East

Arts Center East in Vernon, Connecticut seeks photography exploring the four classical elements (Earth, Water, Air, Fire) as literal or metaphorical forces shaping the natural world and human experience.

Key details

• Organization: Arts Center East
• Medium: Photography, painting, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics, textiles, installation
• Eligibility: Artists 18+ (no geographic restrictions mentioned)
• Deadline: March 13, 2026
• Entry Fee: $35 for 1 piece, increases by $5 per additional piece (up to 5 entries: $35/$40/$45/$50/$55). ACE Members save $5 per tier.
• What You Get: Exhibition in Eureka Gallery at Arts Center East + online visibility at artscentereast.org
• Exhibition Dates: Drop-off March 27–28, 2026 (exhibition dates TBA)

About the Organizer

Arts Center East is an established community arts center in Vernon, Connecticut, providing exhibition opportunities for regional artists and fostering public engagement with visual arts. Their Eureka Gallery hosts juried exhibitions with professional standards (proper wiring, non-negotiable pricing to protect artist value) and extends visibility through online features at artscentereast.org.

Why I Included This

This is a well-organized, artist-friendly juried exhibition with a rich conceptual framework. The theme "Elemental" gives photographers broad creative latitude. You can interpret Earth, Water, Air, or Fire literally (landscapes, seascapes, storm photography, wildfire documentation) or metaphorically (emotional fluidity, transformation, grounding, intensity).

ACE has clear professional standards (proper wiring required, no sawtooth hangers, work must stay for full exhibition), transparent pricing (non-negotiable to protect artists), and straightforward logistics (specific drop-off dates, 30-day pickup window). The entry fee is reasonable for a physical gallery exhibition with online exposure.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–5 per entry, up to 5 entries allowed
• File specs: 500MB max per image | JPG, PNG
• Eligibility: Original work only (no copies, kits, AI-generated art, class assignments, or previous ACE exhibitions)
• Note: Accepted work must be professionally wired (two loops + picture wire — no sawtooth hangers, tape, string, monofilament) and delivered March 27–28, 1–4 PM, ready to display.

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7. National Photography Awards Contest – National Council on Aging

The National Council on Aging seeks photography celebrating adults aged 60+ thriving through family, friendship, and community, with $6,000+ in total cash prizes and exhibitions across Washington, D.C. metro galleries.

Key details

• Organization: National Council on Aging (NCOA)
• Medium: Photography (all styles, focused on adults 60+ and connection)
• Eligibility: Professional and amateur photographers based in the USA
• Deadline: March 16, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
• Entry Fee: Free
• What You Get: Cash prizes totaling $6,000+ (First: $1,000, Second: $600, Public Vote: $500, eight Merit Awards: $300 each, ten Honorable Mentions: $150 each), virtual exhibition on ncoaGallery.org, and twenty winning photos printed on premium canvas for exhibition at the NCOA Age+Action Conference and DMV gallery tour. Artists retain all rights; no commission on sales.
• Exhibition Dates: May 26–29, 2026 (NCOA Conference) + June–November 2026 (DMV gallery tour)

About the Organizer

The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is a nationally recognized nonprofit working to ensure every person can age well. Their annual photography awards support the mission of "Aging Well for All" by celebrating the vitality, connection, and empowerment of older adults. Selected works are exhibited at their national conference, throughout Washington, D.C. metro galleries (curated by Mosaic Arts), and become part of NCOA's permanent collection at their Crystal City, VA headquarters.

About the Juror

Carol Lukitsch returns as guest juror. A distinguished artist, educator, and curator who has juried over 300 national and local exhibitions. She spent more than 6 years as Curator and Director of Exhibitions at the Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington (VA), is a Fulbright Grant recipient, and has exhibited work nationally and internationally. Her pieces are in major collections including The National Museum of Women in the Arts (D.C.), Museum of Contemporary Art (Italy), and the American Embassy in Panama.

Why I Included This

This is one of the best free photography calls I've seen: substantial cash prizes ($6,000+ total), professional juror with serious credentials, multiple exhibition venues, and a mission-driven theme that encourages storytelling over technical gimmicks.

The theme "Stronger Together: Family, Community, Connection" is broad enough for documentary, portrait, street, or conceptual photographers working with older adults.

This organization retains no commission on artwork sales, keeps ownership with the artist, and is transparent about image use (promotional materials supporting their mission). The public voting component adds engagement, and the DMV gallery tour (June–November 2026) provides extended visibility.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 2–10 per entry, up to 10 entries allowed
• File specs: 50MB max per image | JPG, PNG
• Theme: Adults 60+ and connection (family, community, friendship)
• Timeline: Winners notified April 30 | Public voting May 15 | Public vote winner announced June 10 | Awards mailed June 30
• Exhibition: Twenty winning photos printed on premium canvas for NCOA Conference (May 26–29) + DMV gallery tour (June–November 2026)
• Artist rights: No commission on sales — 100% proceeds to artist

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8. TARIFFS, TARIFFS, TARIFFS! – The New York Boyer Foundation

The New York Boyer Foundation seeks photography responding to global trade tensions and economic policy, an international virtual exhibition open to all ages, with certificates for all participants.

Key details

• Organization: The New York Boyer Foundation
• Medium: Painting, drawing, mixed media, collage, sculpture, photography, installation (all interpretations of tariffs, trade, economic impact)
• Eligibility: Open to artists of all ages from around the world
• Deadline: March 28, 2026
• Entry Fee: $25 for 1–3 images (non-refundable)
• What You Get: Virtual exhibition on foundation website, blog, and Facebook (April 1–June 30, 2026), certificate of participation, and full copyright retention.
• Exhibition Dates: April 1 – June 30, 2026 (online)

About the Organizer

The New York Boyer Foundation hosts international virtual art exhibitions focused on contemporary social, political, and economic themes. Their exhibitions are displayed online through their website, blog, and social media platforms, providing global visibility for participating artists. Based in New York, the foundation emphasizes accessible, theme-driven calls that invite artistic responses to current events.

Why I Included This

This is a timely, politically engaged call responding to global trade policy and economic tensions. The theme "Tariffs, Tariffs, Tariffs!" is intentionally provocative and open to interpretation. Whether you're documenting the impact of trade wars on communities, creating conceptual work about borders and barriers, or exploring economic anxiety through portraiture or landscape.

As a virtual exhibition, there's no shipping or physical installation required, it's open to all ages and countries, and includes certificates for all participants (good for CVs and portfolios). The $25 entry fee covers up to three images, making it affordable for international submissions.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–3 images total (one submission per artist)
• File specs: 100MB max per image | JPG, GIF
• Payment: PayPal (credit/debit cards accepted, no account required)
• Exhibition format: Virtual only — displayed on foundation website, blog, and Facebook (April 1–June 30, 2026)

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9. Outside the Box: Cameraless Photography – PhotoSynthesis

PhotoSynthesis in East Hartford, Connecticut seeks cameraless and alternative process photography — photograms, lumen prints, cyanotypes, and hybrid processes that push beyond traditional camera-based image-making.

Key details

• Organization: PhotoSynthesis
• Medium: Cameraless photography (photograms, lumen prints, cyanotypes, anthotypes, chlorophyll prints, phytograms, silver gelatin photograms) — full cameraless or hybrid composites accepted
• Eligibility: Open to all artists working in any photographic medium
• Deadline: March 31, 2026
• Entry Fee: $30 (non-members) / $20 (PhotoSynthesis Classic Members) / $10 (Burnside Darkroom Collective Members)
• What You Get: Exhibition at PhotoSynthesis gallery in East Hartford, CT, and featured on their website. Thirty to forty pieces will be selected by the juror. Gallery retains 30% commission on sales (artist sets non-negotiable pricing).
• Exhibition Dates: May 30 – July 11, 2026

About the Organizer

PhotoSynthesis is a Connecticut-based gallery and community space dedicated to alternative and experimental photographic processes. They support artists working with historical techniques, analog methods, and non-traditional approaches to photography, with access to darkroom facilities through the affiliated Burnside Darkroom Collective. PhotoSynthesis is known for thoughtful, process-driven exhibitions that celebrate craft, experimentation, and the materiality of photography.

Why I Included This

This is a rare call specifically for alternative process photographers — especially if you're working with cyanotypes, lumen prints, photograms, anthotypes, or any light-sensitive process without a camera, this exhibition is designed for you. The curatorial concept is rooted in photographic history (Anna Atkins, Fox Talbot, Man Ray) while inviting contemporary experimentation.

PhotoSynthesis is transparent about framing requirements (clean, professional, wired and ready to hang), offers a printing service for digital submissions if you don't want to ship physical work, and has clear commission terms (30% gallery, artist sets pricing).

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–5 images (one entry per artist, fee covers up to 5 images)
• File specs: 10MB max per image | JPG only
• Medium description: Must reflect finished artwork (e.g., "cyanotype" or "pigment ink print from tintype original")
• Dimensions: Must list finished frame size
• Jury decision: April 13, 2026
• Note: Accepted work must be shipped with pre-paid return label and professionally framed (black, white, or neutral frames with glass/plexi, wired for hanging). Printing service available for digital submissions. No AI-generated work.

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10. Origins – Mon Curates

Mon Curates seeks photography exploring personal, cultural, historical, or environmental origins for a curated group exhibition in central London, with professional documentation and opening reception included.

Key details

• Organization: Mon Curates
• Medium: Painting, mixed media, sculpture, standalone installations, photography, digital art
• Eligibility: Open to contemporary artists (UK and international)
• Deadline: May 1, 2026
• Entry Fee: £150 participation fee (covers gallery hire, curation, marketing, opening night drinks, live performance, staff support, and professional documentation)
• What You Get: Exhibition in a central London gallery, professional photo/video documentation, certificate of participation, promotion to 11,000+ followers, printed materials, and private view with drinks and live performance
• Exhibition Dates: June 1–10, 2026

About the Organizer

Mon Curates is led by Monica Mardare, an MA Fine Art curator who has organized exhibitions in central London spaces, bringing together UK and international artists. The organization focuses on professionally curated group exhibitions with high production values, including careful installation design (work displayed without overcrowding), comprehensive documentation, and engagement opportunities with collectors and gallerists.

Why I Included This

This is a pay-to-exhibit opportunity that requires careful consideration, but it offers significant professional benefits for photographers seeking London gallery exposure.

The £150 fee covers substantial services: gallery hire in central London (expensive on its own), professional photo/video documentation of your work (valuable for portfolios), opening reception with drinks, live performance, and social media promotion to 11,000+ followers.

The theme "Origins" is conceptually rich and open to interpretation — documentary photographers exploring cultural heritage, fine art photographers examining personal history, or conceptual photographers investigating environmental beginnings.

The curator (Monica Mardare) has MA credentials and verifiable exhibition history, with a clear breakdown of what the fee covers, specific exhibition dates, and professional documentation included.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–4 images for jury consideration
• File specs: 15MB max per image | JPG, PNG, GIF
• Application materials: Name, short bio (max 150 words), 1–3 images of recent/proposed work, medium and approximate dimensions, optional website or Instagram link
• Jury decision: May 31, 2026
• If accepted: £150 participation fee due within 7 days to secure space

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11. Cerulean Arts' 14th Annual Juried Exhibition – Cerulean Arts

Cerulean Arts in Philadelphia seeks photography for its 14th annual juried exhibition, with $500 in cash prizes and guaranteed future exhibition for the First Prize winner, juried by artist and nonprofit founder Mickayel Thurin.

Key details

• Organization: Cerulean Arts
• Medium: Painting, works on paper, sculpture, photography, mixed-media
• Eligibility: Open to all U.S. residents, 18 years and older
• Deadline: May 1, 2026
• Entry Fee: $25 for one entry / $30 for two entries / $35 for three entries
• What You Get: Exhibition at Cerulean Arts gallery in Philadelphia (June 17–July 19, 2026) with opening reception on June 20 (2–5 PM). Cash prizes: First Prize ($250 plus inclusion in a future group exhibition), Second Prize ($150), Third Prize ($100). Gallery retains 40% commission on sales, with payment to artist within 30 days of exhibition closing.
• Exhibition Dates: June 17 – July 19, 2026 | Opening Reception: June 20, 2–5 PM

About the Organizer

Cerulean Arts is a Philadelphia-based gallery and studio located at 1355 Ridge Avenue, dedicated to supporting emerging and mid-career artists through juried exhibitions, workshops, and community programming.

Their annual juried exhibition is now in its 14th year, demonstrating a long-term commitment to accessible exhibition opportunities for regional and national artists. The gallery maintains professional standards for installation, insurance, and artist compensation.

About the Juror

Mickayel Thurin is a Haitian American artist whose work explores themes of emotion, spirituality, reality, and the human experience through mixed media. She holds a BFA from the joint program at the University of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, and an MFA from Penn State.

Thurin founded Seen Heard Connected, a nonprofit dedicated to raising awareness and providing financial assistance to marginalized communities. She was an artist-in-residence at the Philadelphia Museum of Art and has exhibited widely, including at major institutions and galleries throughout the region.

Why I Included This

This is a well-established, professional juried exhibition with a strong track record (14 years running) and a juror with significant institutional credentials and community engagement experience. The entry fee is reasonable ($25–35 for up to three entries), and the cash prizes are substantial ($500 total).

First Prize includes not just cash but also guaranteed inclusion in a future group exhibition — a real career benefit beyond one-time prize money. The gallery is transparent about commission (40%), insurance coverage (work insured for sale price minus commission), and payment timeline (within 30 days of closing). The acceptance notification date (May 15) gives artists time to plan delivery logistics.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–3 entries per artist
• File specs: 500KB–5MB per image (minimum 1200px width) | JPG, GIF
• Eligibility: Original work created within past 2 years, not previously shown at Cerulean Arts
• Size limit: 30 inches max in any dimension (including frame)
• All work must be for sale — gallery retains 40% commission
• Artist notification: May 15, 2026

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12. EMPIRE OF ART: 2026 International Art Competition – The New York Boyer Foundation

The New York Boyer Foundation seeks photography for an international online art competition with $2,050 in cash prizes (including $1,000 Best in Show) — exhibited virtually with certificates for all participants.

Key details

• Organization: The New York Boyer Foundation
• Medium: Painting, drawing, mixed media, collage, sculpture, photography
• Eligibility: Artists 18+ from around the world
• Deadline: August 1, 2026
• Entry Fee: $50 (members) / $75 (non-members) for 1–3 images (non-refundable)
• What You Get: Virtual exhibition on The New York Boyer Foundation's blog and Facebook (August 10–September 10, 2026), certificate of participation for all entrants, and cash prizes totaling $2,050 — Best in Show ($1,000), First Prize ($500), Second Prize ($250), Third Prize ($150), and two Honorable Mentions ($50 each). Artists retain all copyrights.
• Exhibition Dates: August 10 – September 10, 2026 (online)

About the Organizer

The New York Boyer Foundation hosts international virtual art competitions with cash prizes. Their exhibitions are displayed online through the foundation's blog and social media platforms, providing global visibility for participating artists. Based in New York, the foundation emphasizes accessible competitions with certificates for all participants.

Why I Included This

This is an international online competition with substantial cash prizes: $2,050 total, including a $1,000 Best in Show award. For photographers seeking prize money and international exposure without shipping logistics, this virtual competition offers accessibility from anywhere in the world.

The $50–75 entry fee (for up to three images) is higher than some calls but includes exhibition, certificate, and eligibility for significant cash awards.

The competition has a quick turnaround (deadline August 1, results August 8), clear prize structure, and a transparent fee breakdown (members pay $50, non-members $75, you can join at entry). Artists retain all copyrights.

Submission Highlights

• Images: 1–3 images total (one submission per artist)
• File specs: 100MB max per image, 300 dpi | JPG, GIF
• Payment: PayPal (credit/debit cards accepted, no account required)
• Membership: Non-members can join at entry to access $50 fee (vs. $75)
• Results: August 8, 2026 (one week after deadline)
• Exhibition format: Virtual only — displayed on foundation blog and Facebook (August 10–September 10, 2026)

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