Art Deadlines August Roundup

September 06, 2023 – 25TH ANNUAL PASTEL 100 ART COMPETITION

Pastel Journal and Artists Network are pleased to present our 25th Annual Pastel 100 art competition! Don’t miss the opportunity to win cash prizes, premium art materials from our amazing sponsors, and publication in a magazine with a worldwide audience of passionate artists and pastel enthusiasts. Enter today for your chance to step into the pastel limelight! Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/2LFO42w

November 11, 2023 – RENASCENCE II | NEW AND EMERGING ART

This exhibition is devoted to the discovery, introduction and promotion of New and Emerging Art. The exhibition will be held March 1 – 23, 2024 at the Limner Gallery and is open to all artists working in any media. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3Oz9dyK

August 26, 2023 – SMALL WORKS 2023

The tenth annual national juried exhibition of small works (12 inches or smaller in any direction*) is open to artists working in all media excluding video/sound and installation art. This exhibition is open to all U.S. residents (18 years or older). *Framing may extend to 16 inches. Exhibition Dates: November 11, 2023 – December 22, 2023 Application Fee. Details: 315-462-0210 OR http://mainstreetartscs.org/exhibitions/small-works-2023

August 27, 2023 – 2023 POSTERHEROES CONTEST

The contest is open to anyone. The competition is organized by Associazione Culturale Plug based in Italy. “ Posterheroes is an international contest about social communication that calls for posters (70×100 cm) about social and environmental issues. Every year, Posterheroes invites students, professional designers, and everyone who is into graphic design to create a poster about topics of social interest. No Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3pvZKyN

August 27, 2023 – “HUMOR”

DISTRICT Arts, a contemporary art gallery located in the historic district of downtown Frederick, MD, announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, October 4-29, 2023. Best in Show: $500, Award of Merit: $250, Honorable Mention: $100. Juror: Glen Kessler. “Humor” is about the undisguised use of humor in modern contemporary art. It is not subtle. It’s in your face. It’s laugh out loud. Entry Fee. Details: 301-695-4050 OR http://bit.ly/3XKkZJA OR info@districtarts.com

August 29, 2023 – 360 XOCHI QUETZAL: ARTIST & WRITERS RESIDENCY IN MEXICO

360 XOCHI QUETZALis a year-round Artist & Writers Residency located on beautiful Lake Chapala, Mexico. BIPOC artists, writers and performers are encouraged to apply for our Free Winter 2023 BIPOC Residency. Visit our website for more detailed information. There is also a year-round Personal Residency program available for artists and writers who cannot participate in the BIPOC residency. No Entry Fee. Details: http://360xochiquetzal.com/new-360-xochi-quetzal-residency-opportunity-free-winter-bipoc-residency OR 360xochiquetzal@gmail.com

August 30, 2023 – ENVIRONMENTAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2023

The competition is open to all international photographers, both amateur and professional, and of all ages. he contest is organized by The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM). “ Now in its 16th year, The Environmental Photographer of the Year competition showcases the most inspirational environmental photography from around the world. Details: http://bit.ly/2SSRgRn

August 31, 2023 – 2023 AMERICAN ART AWARDS

AMERICA’S TOP 20 GALLERIES vote on your online art images (artists in all countries compete). $5,000.00 in CASH PRIZES. All 50 categories have 1st to 6th Place winners (300+ winners). 80 NEWS ARTICLES name winning artists as BEST CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS IN THEIR COUNTRY, and also BEST IN THEIR CATEGORY. Site has entry discount special. Entry Fee. Details: http://www.americanartawards.com/

August 31, 2023 – AESTHETICA ART PRIZE 2023

The Art Prize is open to works in any genre, and on any theme, however, we are particularly interested in works that reflect upon our ever changing world. We accept entries from artists at all stages of their careers. We celebrate creativity in all its forms – across multiple media. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3azjEii

August 31, 2023 – PHOTOGRAPHY 4 HUMANITY 2023

Photography 4 Humanity is an international photo contest created by David Clark Cause (DCC). All photography must relate to people being impacted by climate change, and/or people trying to reverse and/or mitigate climate change. All images must have been taken within between September 1, 2022 and August 31, 2023. You may submit up to five photographs. No Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3HSyY9E

September 06, 2023 – 37TH ANNUAL SCULPTURE CELEBRATION

Caldwell Arts Council invites you to join emerging and established sculptors to compete for a total of $11,000 in cash awards. Sculptors in any medium can enter up to 3 works, and registration includes free admission to the Sculptor Reception & Dinner. Early registration discounts apply. Entry Fee. Details: 828-754-2486 OR http://bit.ly/427do9f OR office@caldwellarts.com

September 6, 2023 – AMERICAN PLAINS ARTISTS 38TH ANNUAL JURIED SHOW

Over $15,000 in awards including $2,000 Best of Show. Open to artists working in traditional 2D and 3D fine art media in a realistic style depicting the Great Plains, the people, wildlife, landscape, or life of the plains in past or present times, completed in last three years for 2D and anytime for sculpture, original work only, must be for sale. No photography or computer generated art accepted. Entry Fee. Details: 308-249-1488 OR http://americanplainsartists.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Art-of-the-Plains-2023-Prospectus.pdf OR judy@americanplainsartists.com

September 06, 2023 – 25TH ANNUAL PASTEL 100 ART COMPETITION

September 10, 2023 – ABSTRACT UNREAL & NON REPRESENTATIONAL

Gallery 4%, based in the heart of New York City, is sponsoring an online juried art contest on “Unreal & Non-Representational” – i.e., Abstract theme. Cash prizes of up to $500 will be given to prizewinning artists. We accept all two- and three-dimensional artworks in any medium, except for audio, video, and AI art, from individual artists and institutions who own the right to present them. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3spuHWs OR hi@Gallery4Percent.com

September 10, 2023 – INTL CALL FOR ONLINE ART COMPETITION, FIGURATIVE / PORTRAIT

2023 Figurative/Portrait Art Competition opens August 14, 2023 and closes Sept. 10, 2023. Contemporary Art Gallery Online encourages entries from all artists regardless of their experience or education in the art field. A group exhibition will be held Aug 13 – Oct 4. Awards will be given along with competition collateral. Winners will be announced on October 4, 2023. Entry Fee. Details: 844-210-7722 OR http://bit.ly/3KMzpDO

September 12, 2023 – 3RD ANNUAL BEST IN SHOW | PETS

Put your best paw forward in our pets themed art competition. Whether furry or feathered, we want to see artwork of your favorite animal friends. Share your creative portrayals of cats, dogs, lizards, birds—all pets (and all painting and drawing media) are welcome! The art competition is open to any artist, U.S. and international! Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3NVSSCY

September 14, 2023 – ☀️ NEW * $1,800.00 INNOVATE GRANTS FOR ART + PHOTO

SUMMER CYCLE OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce the newly increased award amounts of $1,800. Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800 grants each quarter, to 1 Artist and 1 Photographer. In addition, (8) honorable mentions (4 in art and 4 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Visit website to apply today Application Fee. Application Fee. Details: http://innovateartistgrants.org

September 15, 2023 – THEME: OPEN | INTERNATIONAL JURIED ART COMPETITION

TERAVARNA announces a call to artists for their “8th Open Online Art Competition,” offering a total of $3,500 in cash prizes to 100-125 talented artists. Deserving artists will also receive Honorable Mentions and Finalist Awards along with Certificates of Recognition. The central focus of this art competition revolves around the concept of Open art. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3PTfoif OR info@teravarna.com

September 16, 2023 – SPIE INTERNATIONAL DAY OF LIGHT PHOTO CONTEST 2023

The competition is open to people from age 13 and up, both amateur and professional photographers. The competition is organized by the SPIE. The international society for optics and photonics located in Bellingham, USA. The theme of the photo contest is: A World of Light: The Vital Role That Light and Light-Based Technologies Play in Daily Life. No Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3d66sBQ

September 26, 2023 – 2023 FOUNDWORK ARTIST PRIZE: $10,000 JURIED GRANT

The honoree will receive an unrestricted $10,000 grant and studio visits with jurors who include esteemed curators, gallerists, and artists. The honoree and 3 shortlisted artists will also be featured in interviews for further public engagement. Open to artists anywhere in the world with limited exceptions. Any media is eligible. See the FAQ and Prize Rules on Foundwork for instructions and terms. Entry Fee. Details: http://foundwork.art/artist-prize

September 29, 2023 – EXHIBITION CELEBRATING FEMININITY IN KEY WEST, FL

Womankind is seeking two- and three-dimensional artwork celebrating femininity. These interpretive works will be displayed at The Studios of Key West, the premier arts organization in the Florida Keys, throughout the month of October. Womankind, a non-profit medical and wellness center in Key West, provides direct health care services on an individualized cost basis. No Entry Fee. Details: 305-294-4004 OR http://tskw.org/brazibit-a-celebration-of-femininity

October 1, 2023 – 9TH ANNUAL FIGURES & FACES ART COMPETITION

Fusion Art invites submissions for the 9th Annual Figures & Faces online art competition, October 5 – November 4, 2023. Choice of a cash prize or complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art’s Members Gallery for Best in Show winners. Jurors: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/2YFGz3Y OR info@fusionartps.com

October 01, 2023 – CALL FOR ART: LIGHT ART “NATURE AFTER DARK”

The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center seeks proposals for light-based installations and artworks for installation in Webster’s Woods Sculpture Park within the theme “Nature After Dark”-artworks that interpret creatures or plants that come alive at night or light up in the darkness. No Entry Fee. Details: http://pafac.org/natureafterdark-wintertide-call OR gallery@pafac.org

October 02, 2023 – CALL TO ARTISTS! GASPARILLA FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS

Apply to participate in the 54th Annual Raymond James Gasparilla Festival of the Arts and join over 250 artists to share almost $100,000 in prize money. Spend a beautiful spring weekend in Tampa, Florida and present your work to the 30,000+ art lovers who visit the festival each year. In addition to one of the highest prize purses, artists benefit from a purchase award program to assist sales. Application Fee. Details: 813-876-1747 OR http://www.gasparillaarts.com OR info@gasparillaarts.com

October 05, 2023 – EMBRACING OUR DIFFERENCES | 2024 EXHIBIT

Artists are asked to submit their interpretation of the theme “enriching lives through diversity and inclusion.” Embracing Our Differences invites you to participate in creating a world where differences are embraced and individuality is celebrated. Become a part of this exciting change through your visual art or creative writing submission to the annual Embracing Our Differences juried competition. No Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3dmVpE5

October 30, 2023 – XPOSURE INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY & FILM AWARDS 2023

The competition is open to anyone aged 18 and over. he competition is organized by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau, UAE. No Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/3rn5Hye

November 07, 2023 – SPLASH 25 | THE BEST OF WATERCOLOR

Artist Network and Watercolor Magazine’s premier watercolor art competition is turning 25! Splash: The Best of Watercolor features an international palette of watercolorists from all over the world. These artists are both masters of their craft as well as poets and inventors. Entry Fee. Details: http://bit.ly/2wPDCzU $1@$3

November 13, 2023 – AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2023