‘Living Without Leaving?’ is an art competition inviting young artists (18-35) from the Adriatic-Ionian region to reflect on the right to stay, migration, identity, and belonging. Selected artworks will be part of a touring exhibition across Belgium, Greece, Albania, and North Macedonia in 2025.

The initiative is part of the EU Strategy for the Adriatic and Ionian Region (EUSAIR).

Eligibility: Open to emerging and established artists (18-35 years old) who are residents or nationals from: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Montenegro, North Macedonia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovenia. Accepted formats: Painting, ceramics, digital art, mixed media & more

What you get: Nomadic exhibition across 4 different countries (Belgium, Greece, Albania, North Macedonia) + 15 selected artist will receive an artist fee of 200 euros as compensation for their contribution to the exhibition.

Deadline 15 March 2025

Roseberry Road Studios, in collaboration with Photo Frome, invites photographers to submit work exploring the theme of INEQUALITY. Selected pieces will be showcased in a thought-provoking exhibition at our gallery.

Eligibility: Photographers and videographers

What you get: Entries will be selected by Homer Sykes (Photographer), Toufic Beyhum (Photographer) and Calum Mackenzie (Creative Director at Roseberry Road Studios). Selected work will be exhibited at our gallery at Roseberry Road Studios.

Deadline 14 March 2025

Zenjob, in partnership with ArtRabbit, is looking to commission a new artwork that embodies the company's history, mission, and ethos, to be installed at their headquarters in Berlin. This is the first commission of its kind for Zenjob, who are excited to commission an emerging artist, creator, illustrator, or muralist for this project, thereby creating something memorable for the company and its team while supporting the creator's professional career in the arts.

For this commission, broadly titled "History Wall," the theme is deeply linked to the company's history, ethos, and mission. Source material about Zenjob is available via links below to enable research and inform your proposal/sketch. The style is entirely up to you; the team is open to any creative direction that can visually express their history and mission, from collage to comic, illustration to fully representative art, whether painted onsite or as a triptych. We welcome your suggestions.

Objective

The artwork should creatively represent the timeline and key achievements of Zenjob, integrating elements that reflect the company’s ethos and spirit. The work can be a mural, illustration, comic strip, collage, mixed media, the team is open to your ideas.

Production and Installation Requirements

Artists are encouraged to propose innovative approaches and concepts that align with the brief. You are encouraged to bring the brief to life as you see fit. However, the following installation requirements are important to consider:

What you get: EUR 4,000 art commission to cover artist fees, materials, and all direct costs associated with the commission. Your work will then be installed in Zenjob's headquarters in Berlin, and will remain in private collection.

The completed artwork will be owned by Zenjob. However, the artist retains the right to display the work in their portfolio and for promotional purposes.

Deadline 15 March 2025

The City of West Hollywood presents Art in Odd Places) 2025: VOICE scheduled for July 25, 26, and 27, 2025, curated by Deborah Oliver, invites proposals for its twentieth annual outdoor public visual and performance art festival in the City of West Hollywood at Plummer Park, West Hollywood Park, and Sunset Plaza. Deadline: March 16.

Eligibility: any age - no students

What you get: an honorarium

Deadline 16 March 2025

Amplify is an award designed to celebrate the most impactful works related to the future.

In a world brimming with both uncertainty and possibility, creativity offers a powerful lens to shape our vision of the future. The State of Tomorrow invites creatives to imagine what lies ahead—not just as a response to the challenges we face today, but as an exploration of the positive changes we can create together.

Eligibility: Open to all creatives working in any medium, as long as work can be submitted digitally.

What you get: First Place: £1000 cash prize, Exclusive interview on our blog + newsletter, Promotion across our social media channels (combined audience of 72,000+). Second Place: £250 cash prize. Third Place: £150 cash prize. Public Vote Award: £100 Amazon voucher. The shortlisted artists will also be invited to a virtual talk on networking by Ceri Hand, as well as a discount her for self-study course, Unlock Your Artworld Network.

Deadline 17 March 2025

The British Ceramics Biennial (BCB) is seeking to appoint a Communications & Audiences Manager to join the organisation and lead the development and implementation of a communications strategy to drive BCB’s vision and mission.

Eligibility: At least two years’ experience in a successful marketing and communications role, Graduate and/or professional marketing qualification such as CIM (relevant experience may compensate), job is not remote

What you get: £33,120 p/a pro rata (£23,185 p/a for .7 FTE)

Deadline 17 March 2025

I’m seeking four UK-based creatives of Sierra Leonean heritage (visual artists, poets, musicians) to join Krio Collective, an Arts Council England-funded project exploring identity, migration, and African influence on British culture. Participants will engage in monthly group discussions, studio visits, and a group exhibition at The London Lighthouse Gallery in late 2025. A £2,000 fee will be paid to each artist. Fluency in Krio is preferred but not essential.

Eligibility: Visual artists, poets, and musicians of Sierra Leonean heritage. Creatives based in the UK. Artists interested in themes of identity, migration, and the intersection of African and British cultures. Those eager to collaborate, share ideas, and contribute to a meaningful creative dialogue. Applicants who speak the Krio language are strongly encouraged to apply.

What you get: £2000 paid to each artist, Monthly group discussions & studio visits, and group exhibition

Deadline 17 March 2025

The Francis Crick Institute is a biomedical research Institution focused on discovery to improve disease treatment, diagnosis, and prevention. Committed to open science, it engages the public through exhibitions at its Manby Gallery, fostering dialogue between scientists and audiences. The upcoming exhibition, based on research from the Skoglund Lab, explores ancient human DNA, revealing insights into evolution, archaeology, and history—sometimes challenging prior beliefs. A participatory project will add inclusive, contemporary perspectives to the exhibition.

Eligibility: An artist/s, who is able to work in London, with a community or participatory practice who wants to lead on a participatory project exploring what cutting-edge genetics research can and can’t reveal about the history of Britain and the connection of people across thousands of years.

Ideally you will bring:

What you get: You will get: a fee between £10k-15k (depending on group size) to cover the entire project costs (including participants fees). You will be offered a space where to meet and produce, at the Crick.

Deadline 02 March 2025

The theme for the Arts Annual 2025 will be Artist as Activist and we will request work that reflects artistic thoughts and responses to that concept. Artist as Activist is an artist who harnesses the power of creativity to inspire social and political action. Unlike traditional activism that primarily uses direct action or advocacy, artists engage in activism through various forms. In this case visual art. They use their work to challenge norms, raise awareness about issues, and inspire audiences to think critically about the world around them.

Eligibility: All artists over the age of 18 who either work or live in the state of New Jersey are eligible to apply. All mediums are eligible. Proposals that include unfinished or unrealized works will not be accepted. Submitted work has been completed within the past five years. Is available for the duration of the exhibition. Has not been shown in a previous Arts Annual. Submitted work is exhibition-ready. Any work that depicts harmful, unjust, disparaging imagery of anyone or any group will be disqualified.

What you get: Selected artists will have their work displayed at the Rowan Art Gallery and Museum as part of the 2025 NJ Arts Annual. Selected artists will receive a stipend for participation in the exhibition of $500 contingent on timely submission of contractual forms and agreements. Artists are invited to sell their work. All sales negotiations are between the artists and potential buyers. An exhibition catalogue illustrating work by each artist and a directory of the artists represented will be produced. It will be available for all participating artists at Rowan University Art Gallery & Museum. By applying for this opportunity, if selected, you agree to have representation of your selected work included in the exhibition's catalogue.

Deadline 03 March 2025

The Akita City Cultural Creation Center is a facility dedicated to supporting citizens’ creative activities and hosts an annual "Creator-in-Residence" program. Through the residency of creators, the program provides opportunities for citizens to take on new forms of expression.

No restrictions on nationality, gender, residence, age, or whether applying as an individual or group.

Eligibility:

What you get:

Deadline 10 March 2025

We’re thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for artists and creatives in your network: This is Gender 2025: Gender & Disability—a global call for bold, authentic imagery that explores the intersection of gender and disability. The competition invites artists to challenge stereotypes, celebrate resilience, and capture the diverse lived experiences of people with disabilities across genders, cultures, and spaces.

Eligibility: All visual media are welcome. We strongly encourage submissions from artists with disabilities and perspectives from diverse genders and geographies.

What you get: Cash Prizes: Win up to £500 for top thematic images. Expert Review: Get feedback from a global panel of experts. TiG Collection: Be part of virtual exhibitions and feature in our prestigious collection of creatives. Global Visibility: Reach a global audience through GH5050's reports, outputs, and international press. Promote Your Perspective: Share your work and the story behind it through an interview with the curator.

Deadline 04 March 2025

Be part of Singapore Fringe Festival 2026!

In our increasingly connected, complex and often conflicted world, the Fringe seeks to present meaningful, socially engaged and provocative art to encourage civil and open dialogue and collaboration. Through our programming, we hope to collectively dream and create a more inclusive and compassionate future.

Apply by 7 March 2025, 12 noon Singapore time

Eligibility: All artists

What you get: Performance/exhibition honorarium, local costs

Deadline 07 March 2025

Boomer Gallery invites artists to submit works for their upcoming exhibition, "Transcendence," focusing on abstract themes that explore beyond the physical world.

Eligibility: Open to all artists worldwide, regardless of their career stage.

What you get: Selected artists will participate in a sales exhibition at Boomer Gallery in London, gaining exposure and opportunities to sell their works in a prestigious market. The support package includes printing and framing services, promotional materials, and administrative and graphic design support. The opening event features amenities like champagne and caviar, professional photography, and expert staffing, ensuring a high-profile showcase and valuable networking opportunities.

Fee: Application is free, but a £189 fee (including VAT) applies for each selected artist.

Deadline 07 March 2025

An intensive 3-month summer programme designed for UK based emerging artists with a painting practice. The programme will be accessible by open call and applications will be reviewed by a judging panel of internationally acclaimed artists and educators.

Eligibility: any self-identifying emerging artist with a painting practice based in the UK. Applications will not be accepted by artists represented by, or anticipating representation by commercial galleries or preparing for a solo exhibition during the duration of the programme. Applicants are welcome from different backgrounds and experience levels. Although there are no educational prerequisites to participate in the programme, applicants must demonstrate in the application that they have been developing a painting practice for at least 3 years.All participants must be 21 years of age by the start of the programme and have a valid passport.

What you get: Gain exclusive access to talks and conferences with prominent artists and curators through a program spanning the UK and Italy. This includes covered travel expenses to Manchester and Italy, accommodations, studio space in Italy, necessary materials for artistic production, and financial support based on income, offering up to full program cost coverage.

Deadline 09 March 2025

Hotel Generation mentors the next generation of UK digital artists during the critical early stages of their careers in the arts. The development programme selects four young digital artists and pairs them with a mentor for online curatorial guidance as they develop an exhibition proposal for arebyte’s exhibition space. This skills-focused programme culminates in a solo exhibition at arebyte Gallery for one of the four participants, selected by a panel of leading experts from the new media art sector.

Eligibility: UK based digital artists, aged between 18-28, and at the early stage of their careers, must be available to attend the London weekend on 2nd - 3rd May 2025

What you get:

Deadline 10 March 2025

The New English Art Club (NEAC) invites artists worldwide, aged 18 and over, to submit artwork for the NEAC Annual Exhibition 2025 at Mall Galleries. Selected artists will have their work exhibited in a prestigious showcase at Mall Galleries, London, with potential for sales and commissions.

Eligibility: Artists may enter a maximum of six works each, from which up to three works per artist may be selected. Works should not be larger than 2.4m along the longest dimension. Work must have been completed in the last two years and must not have been exhibited in London previously.

Acceptable media include paintings, drawings, and original framed prints (excluding photography). Note that sculpture is not admissible.

What you get: Win over £10,000 in prizes, including the NEAC Climate Emergency Prize of £2,000, new for this year. If you would like your work considered for this particular prize, please write "Climate Emergency Prize" in the artwork description field when you submit.

Deadline 14 March 2025

Applications to the UP25 contest are now open until the 3 March 2025. Promoted by the Fondazione culture e musei of Lugano (FCM) with MUSEC-Lugano; organised in collaboration with the 29 ARTS IN PROGRESS Gallery in Milan and the Istituto Veneto di Scienze, Lettere e Arti in Venice and it is in partnership with the Fondazione Ada Ceschin e Rosanna Pilone in Zurich. Participation in the international competition is free of charge and open to young photographers born between 1995 and 2007.

Applicants must submit an unpublished photographic project of 10 unpublished images.

Eligibility: Young photographers born between 1995 and 2007.

What you get: Cash prizes up to CHF 3,500 and exhibition opportunities.

Deadline 03 March 2025

Bushwick Gallery is seeking visionary artists for Metamorphosis: Transformations in Art, an exhibition exploring themes of evolution, rebirth, and change.

Eligibility: We welcome artists across all disciplines—painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, textiles, and interdisciplinary work—to interpret transformation in compelling and innovative ways.

What you’ll get:

This exhibition, curated by Paridhi Chawla, challenges artists to push the boundaries of material, form, and concept. Whether capturing the fleeting beauty of change, deconstructing past identities, or reconstructing new realities, Metamorphosis invites bold, experimental, and thought-provoking work. If your art explores transformation in any capacity this is your opportunity to be part of a compelling conversation. Please note the exhibition dates below:

Exhibition Dates: March 6 – March 13, 2025
Opening Reception: March 6 | 6 PM – 8 PM

Deadline 24 February 2025

Artist to deliver a creative response to Neon's latest work in development; The Sonic Body, plus engge their local community and network with a Neon Dance co-creation workshop at Bristol Beacon on Saturday 12 April 2025.

Eligibility: Bristol-based emerging practitioner of any art-form/discipline.

What you get: £650 inclusive. Budget for creative response costs/materials: £100.

Deadline 25 February 2025

The Puchi Award is open to the most unique book proposals in the fields of comics and illustrated books, as well as hybrid projects. The Puchi Award has launched its next call for applications with a renewed focus on graphic content and a biennial schedule. The financial prize has also been increased to €10,000. The award seeks audacious projects with a distinct personality and clear artistic interest, where images play a central role—never merely an accessory or complement—in the narrative or exhibition development of the work.

Eligibility: Any natural person of legal age, of any nationality, with an original and unpublished work, may participate.

What you get: The winner will receive a prize of €10,000 (VAT and other taxes included, as an advance payment for the publishing rights of the work), along with the publication of the work, which will be distributed by Fulgencio Pimentel.

Deadline 27 February 2025

Fortuna Major Press invites emerging and established poets to submit creative nonfiction poetry for its annual anthology, Vulpecula Poetica. This edition's theme focuses on memory, inviting works that speak into silence and the echoes of the past.

Eligibility: Open internationally to emerging and established poets.

What you get: A complimentary digital copy of the publication and access to Fortuna Major Press's marketing and industry network.

Deadline 28 February 2025

The Jacob Fabrikant Creative Fellowship invites an artist or writer to work with the members and students of the Centre for Health Humanities to develop their creative practice on a theme related to the health humanities.

This year we are offering one grant of £5,000 to work on a project linked to one of our core research themes. The appointed Fellows will be asked to plan and deliver at least two events aimed at staff or students at UCL, and, as appropriate, a wider public. These could be seminars, creative workshops or any other encounter that allows people to collaborate.

Eligibility: Open to any creative practitioners based in the UK.

What you get: £5000 grant. Collaboration and networking opportunities with researchers in the Health Humanities, as listed on the Centre for Health Humanities website.

Deadline 16 February 2025

Midsummer Festival returns to Milton Keynes in June 2025. Milton Keynes City Council are seeking proposals for four new commissions inspired by the Summer Solstice, which can be delivered as part of the Midsummer Festival.

Eligibility: The Midsummer Festival team are looking to appoint creative practitioners and/or cultural organisations to develop and deliver a new commission that will temporarily activate Midsummer Boulevard East, for the duration of the Midsummer Festival 2025, open to all creative fields.

What you get: The appointed creative practitioners and/or cultural organisations will develop and deliver a new commission that will temporarily activate Midsummer Boulevard East, for the duration of the Midsummer Festival 2025. The fee is 6K total. The artist will receive support from a local team including a Creative Producer, production Technician and marketing support.

Deadline 17 February 2025

We are seeking an innovative artist or organisation to create an immersive interactive heritage trail highlighting Theatr Clwyd's rich history.

Eligibility: Artists or organisations experienced in delivering interactive, digital art trails.

What you get: £12,500 commission

Deadline 21 February 2025

Our exhibitions have increasingly included opportunities for readings, screenings, and performances, typically held within the exhibition spaces. We've opened this dedicated call to connect with more musicians, poets, and filmmakers who are interested in being part of upcoming programs. We also love “debuting” work that artists make outside their primary discipline—projects that haven’t settled into a classification yet, that the artist hasn’t shared before or hasn’t found the right context for presenting.

Eligibility: Musicians, writers, filmmakers, or other multidisciplinary artist located within the U.S., above the age of 18. Open to emerging and established artists.

What you get: Artists will have the opportunity to present their work at one of our free public programs with the space of one of our 2025-2026 exhibitions.

Deadline 24 February 2025

We are now accepting submissions for the 2025 Summer exhibition. The exhibition will be held in The Noverre Ballroom at The Assembly House in Norwich in June. There is no theme, submission fee, or commission taken.

Submissions are open to artists working anywhere in the UK, each artist can enter up to three works made in the last two years. Application deadline 23 February 2025.

Eligibility: UK artists can submit up to three works made in the last two years.

What you get: Participation in the exhibition, no fees involved.

Deadline 23 February 2025

Jackson’s Art Prize is open for entries for the tenth year, and invites artists working in painting, drawing, and printmaking, of all ages and abilities, to enter. Enter before the 25th February 2025.

There are 23 awards to be won, offering a range of prizes including art materials provided by trusted brands, inclusion in two London exhibitions, and a First Prize of £6,000 plus £2,000 in Jackson’s art materials. This year’s Guest Judges are Anne Rothenstein, Anita Klein, Péjú Oshin, Joshua Donkor, Hugo Barclay, and Andrew Torr.

Eligibility: The competition is open internationally, to artists working in painting, drawing, and printmaking in any subject matter.

What you get: There are 23 awards to be won: First Prize, six Guest Judges Choice Awards, five Jackson’s Choice Awards, a Student Award, Amateur Award, People’s Choice Award, plus eight Material Awards supported with prizes sponsored by notable brands. Selected shortlisted artists will be invited to exhibit at the Affordable Art Fair on Hampstead Heath, and a group show at Bankside Gallery in central London.

Deadline 25 February 2025

For this online group exhibition, we invite artists to submit artworks that explore the cosmos, celebrate scientific fascination, or transport us to other dimensions.

Eligibility: Open to artists over 18 from any country, accepting all mediums and levels of expertise.

What you get: An opportunity to have your work featured in an online exhibition viewed globally.

Deadline 26 February 2025

A multi-day event inviting self-taught artists to create and showcase their process.

Eligibility: Self-taught artists of all ages

What you get: Free accommodation, meals, travel reimbursement, and materials

Deadline 14 February 2025

Grants for creatives to co-create with ocean scientists, aiming to raise societal awareness and embrace connection to the ocean.

Deadline 17 February 2025

Deadline Extended: Submit Your Work to the First tARTget Prize by 28 February 2025!

Don't miss the chance to participate in one of the most prominent international painting competitions. The tARTget Prize is an international painting competition celebrating its inaugural edition, offering over $55,000 in prizes, with a first prize of €12,000.

It is sponsored by some of the world’s leading fine arts brands and features a distinguished jury comprised of prominent international painters, gallery owners, and collectors. This represents a fantastic opportunity for painters who wish to win substantial cash prizes, advance their careers, or simply open doors to new opportunities.

Eligibility: The competition is open to painters worldwide across all techniques and styles within the various categories. tARTget will award prizes in 10 categories, ranging from figurative art to abstract and conceptual art. Works from hyperrealism to impressionism, surrealism, and abstraction are accepted. You can submit as many works as you wish and in as many categories as you prefer. The theme is open. Artists can participate and win in one or multiple categories. There is no limit to the number of artworks you can submit. The same artwork can be entered in several categories. The works do not need to be for sale or available for the live exhibition to compete and win, except for the main acquisition prizes.

What you get: Over $43,000 in cash prizes and another 50 prizes in painting materials, training, and promotion in galleries and specialised media.

After selecting the 200 finalists, the organisation, along with an additional panel of jurors, will determine which works will be included in the grand physical exhibition to be held in Madrid from 5 to 12 June at the historic Ateneo de Madrid, steps from the Prado Museum and the Thyssen Museum, where most of the winners will be announced.

Fee: The entry fee for the contest is €50 for the first artwork and €30 for each subsequent artwork or different category. For participants under 25 years old, the registration fee for the first artwork is €35 and €15 for each subsequent artwork.

Deadline 28 February 2025

The Hallett Independent Acquisitions Award is a purchase grant to enable a museum or gallery to acquire an original print/s for their collection from the London Original Print Fair 2025. The Award aims not only to enhance art collections across the country, but also to build relationships between museum curators and the art market.

Eligibility: Museums, public galleries, and print collections across the UK.

What you get: £8,000 to spend at the London Original Print Fair.

Deadline 03 February 2025

Supports arts and culture spaces to foster public dialogue and address challenges like shrinking civic freedoms and socio-political upheaval.

Eligibility: 2 to 3 cultural organisations/initiatives in Council of Europe countries and Kosovo, ideally in the same or neighboring cities

What you get: Funding for local and international collaboration ideas focusing on public dialogue through art and culture

Deadline 03 February 2025

Apply for a chance to work with renowned mentors across various creative fields in our international mentorship program.

Eligibility: Artistic practitioners and cultural producers from any country, of any age.

What you get: Artist fee, production budget, mentorship, and professional network expansion.

Deadline 10 February 2025

Seeking artworks inspired by dreams and nightmares for an exhibition that delves into the profound influence of the subconscious on artistic creation. Open to various media including paintings, sculptures, and digital art.

Eligibility: Open to artists working in multiple disciplines. Submission requires three images of different pieces, a short biography, and a participation fee upon selection.

What you get: Selected artists receive extensive promotional support, inclusion in printed and digital catalogs, and display in a high-traffic London gallery. No commission on sales.

Deadline 06 February 2025

Sitar Arts Center announces the 15th Annual Patricia Sitar Juried Exhibition. This year’s theme, "Reflections," invites artists to explore perception and introspection through art that mirrors reality or imagination.

Eligibility: Local, national, and international artists aged 16 and up. Artists must be at least 16 by the date of submission.

What you get: Young Adult (Ages 16-21) — 1st Place: $250, 2nd Place: $150; Adult (Ages 22 & up) — 1st Place: $450 + Solo Exhibition, 2nd Place: $250; People’s Choice Award: $100

Deadline 03 February 2025

The Royal Society of Portrait Painters (RP) invites artists worldwide, aged 18 and over, to submit artwork for the RP Annual Exhibition 2025 at Mall Galleries. Selected artists will have their work exhibited at Mall Galleries, London, with potential for sales and commissions.

Eligibility: Artists may enter a maximum of four works each, from which up to three works per artist may be selected. Works should not be larger than 2.4m along the longest dimension. Works must have been completed in the last three years and not have been exhibited in London previously.

Acceptable media include paintings, drawings, and original prints—including digital/iPad prints. Sculpture and photography are not admissible. Works should be based on a sitting or study of the human figure from life. We understand that artists may use photographs for assistance, but the primary source should be from life.

What you get: The total prize fund is £30,000, including The William Lock Portrait Prize of £20,000.

Deadline 04 February 2025

A vibrant, international art & tech network event to develop innovative ideas and build global partnerships.

Eligibility: Non-Korean nationals under 39 engaged in creative or planning activities related to art & tech; must attend all programs and possess English proficiency

What you get: Partial travel support, accommodation, meals, certificates of excellence for outstanding participants

Deadline 02 February 2025

Medea is excited to invite innovative artists from the UK and beyond to propose projects and works that address themes of misinformation through interactive play. This is your chance to explore and challenge the systems that make misinformation so prolific and so damaging to individuals, communities, civilisation and our planet. Your installations will form the heart of the festival and will act as a conduit to rally our audience and ignite connections.

Eligibility: Artists, artist collectives, or arts organisations.

What you get: £10,000 commission and additional exhibition opportunities.

Deadline 02 February 2025

Two fully funded six-month residencies for London-based art and photography teachers to develop new work while engaging with teaching.

Eligibility: London-based secondary school art and photography teachers from global majority backgrounds

What you get: £20,000 value, public presentation opportunities

Deadline 03 February 2025

30/30 (formerly known as 30works30days) is a free month-long project to encourage daily making, experimentation and risk-taking in your art practice. Each day from 1 February to 2 March, artists are invited to respond to (or ignore!) a playful creative prompt and submit a new piece of work online by 23.30pm GMT.

Eligibility: Artists working in any media worldwide; sign-up to Artquest Exchange required.

What you get: Network, showcase, receive feedback on your work, and attend a special free digital mixer at the end of the challenge.

Deadline 31 January 2025

Celebrate contemporary portraiture in this open call by Gerald Moore Gallery, highlighting artists from London and the South East.

Eligibility: Artists based in London and the South East with relevant works.

What you get: Opportunities for networking, marketing, sales support, and exhibition.

Deadline 26 January 2025

Your Work Here will take place from 14 February to 1 June 2025 at The Amelia Scott in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. This unique event has no selection criteria or judging panel, ensuring that every artist has the opportunity to display their work. If you are aged 16 or above and live, work, or study in the TN postcode area, we want to see your art! This is your chance to have your artwork displayed at The Amelia Scott.

Eligibility: Must live, work, or study in the TN postcode area. Must be aged 16 or over.

What you get: Artists will be included in the exhibition in the purpose-built exhibition space at The Amelia Scott. Opportunity for artists to have their work seen by 10,000 to 20,000 visitors. All works can be for sale if the artist wishes.

Deadline 31 January 2025

Explore an exciting opportunity to showcase your video to the world at the EXPO 2025 Osaka. Your creativity can shine on a global stage.

Eligibility: Open to everyone, regardless of age, nationality, or expertise.

What you get: Winners receive two one-day adult tickets to the EXPO 2025, valued at 15,000 yen.

Deadline 31 January 2025

Annual award offering recent printmaking graduates a two-year membership and the chance to participate in international exhibitions.

Eligibility: Recent printmaking graduates.

What you get: £1000 and a two-year membership, allowing participation in national and international exhibitions.

Deadline 31 January 2025

The Homiens Art Prize is an international, non-acquisitive art prize that is valued at $24,000 annually and is open to all artists.

Eligibility: The Homiens Art Prize is open to all artists. All art forms, mediums, and completion dates are eligible. We're excited to welcome artworks of all dimensions, on any theme.

What you get: 6 Winning artists are exhibited by Homiens, receive an unrestricted cash award of $500, participate in an optional interview, and may request a letter of recommendation from our Jurors. 12 additional Finalists per round also exhibit with Homiens. Up to 200 artists are Highly Commended and celebrated across our media. All entrants are considered for exhibition and may apply to participate in our Meet the Artists initiative, or to become a Homiens Featured Artist.

Fee: $20 for 1-3 artworks

Deadline 31 January 2025

Essex Cultural Diversity Project seeks an artist to explore and articulate the transformations in Diss, celebrating community, diversity, and identity through creative projects.

Eligibility: Open to all creative practitioners working in any discipline

What you get: Commission budget of £10,000

Deadline 31 January 2025

Artists from around the world are invited to participate in the Art on Loop Digital Show in Seoul. This open-themed exhibition invites submissions in any medium such as painting, photography, printmaking, video art, installation, film, sculpting, mixed media, poems, illustration, and more. Be part of an exciting immersive art experience by showcasing your art digitally on our special projectors.

Eligibility: This call is open to artists from any background.

What you get: Selected artists will have their work displayed digitally on special projectors during the exhibition. The event will take place at 38 Sowol-ro 44-gil, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea, starting with the Opening Night on February 22, 2025, followed by a Public Exhibition from February 23 to 24, 2025.

Fee: The participation fee is £100 incl. VAT for one artwork, £120 incl. VAT for two artworks, and £180 incl. VAT for three artworks.

Deadline 01 February 2025

Artists are invited to submit work for exhibition alongside members of the Royal Institute of Painters in Water Colours at the RI Annual Exhibition 2025. Submissions are online only and open until Tuesday 28 January 2025 at 12 noon.

Eligibility: Artists aged 18+ worldwide can submit up to six original works, with four selected. Eligible pieces must not have been exhibited in London and can include watercolour, acrylic, ink, or gouache on various supports.

What you get: The show, in spring 2024, offers the opportunity to sell your work, win prizes & awards worth over £5,000 and have your art seen by thousands of visitors to Mall Galleries. The exhibition is the largest of its kind in the world, featuring over 400 of the finest contemporary water-based media paintings from around the globe. Since its founding in 1831, the RI has become universally recognised as one of the leading art institutes.

Deadline 28 January 2025

Artists from all countries are welcome to submit their works for consideration. You are welcome to submit works in any medium. (painting, photography, printmaking, installation, sculpting, mixed media, poems, illustration, etc). The theme of the exhibition is OPEN.

Eligibility: Any artist from any background can submit any of their work. There is no charge to submit your application, please feel free to share your work with us.

What you get: Exhibition opportunity in Japan. You should expect an open bar (wine) & professional photography & videography.

Fee: The participation fee is £450 incl. VAT for 1 artwork (any size will be considered)

Deadline 30 January 2025