HERALBONY Art Prize 2027

The HERALBONY Art Prize is an international art award that provides a platform for artists with disabilities. The finalists exhibition will take place late May - late June 2027 in Tokyo, Japan. Grand Prize: JPY 3 million (approx. 18,300 EUR / 19,500 USD); Jury Prize: JPY 300,000 (approx. 1,830 EUR / 1,950 USD); Corporate Prizes selected by sponsor companies. Open to all professional and amateur artists with disabilities who wish to pursue careers in art internationally. There are no age/gender/nationality restrictions. Submissions can be made by the artist, a family member, or an affiliated organization. Only two-dimensional artworks suitable for wall display are accepted (e.g., paintings, prints, digital art, photographs, mixed media). Longest side: 200 cm or less. Weight: 15 kg or less (including frame, if applicable). The artwork must be owned by the artist, including copyright, and must not have previously won any prizes, been commercialized, or used to create any products. Free entry. Deadline: 11:59 p.m. (JST) on Tuesday, November 3. More info. Contact: email

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International Art Competition with Gallery Exhibition

HelvetArt is now accepting applications for an "Open" Juried Art Competition, with selected artists invited to exhibit their work in a group exhibition at Galerie L'Art'monie in Geneva, Switzerland, December 2026 - January 2027. This is an opportunity to have your artwork presented in a real gallery setting, meet collectors and press at the vernissage, promote your practice internationally, and have the possibility to sell your work. Honorable Mentions: 100 CHF. Merit Awards: free entry to future competitions. Certificates & personal interviews. Show your best work exploring the "Open" theme. All mediums and styles are welcome, including painting, photography, indoor sculpture, digital art and 2D works. Submit up to 2 artworks until October 8, 2026 for 65 CHF, or until November 8, 2026 for 95 CHF. More info. Contact: email

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Lab Art Prize - Venice '27 edition

The Malamegi Lab Art Award is an international competition open to all artists. The competition is open to works in various disciplines, including drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, graphic design, mixed media, digital art, and video. Twelve finalists will have the opportunity to win prestigious prizes and exhibit their works in a high-profile exhibition, January 2027 in Venice, Italy. 5000,00€ in prizes: New Malamegi Collection, Artwork Acquisition Award, Group Exhibition, Cash Prize, and Monographic Catalogue. The Award represents an important opportunity for artists to establish themselves and connect with the world of contemporary art. Entry fees vary. Deadline: November 12, 2026. More info. Contact: email

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HUGE Gallery Lyon 2026

HUGE Gallery is heading to Lyon, France for a special three-day contemporary art exhibition, taking place December 4-6, 2026, during the internationally celebrated Festival of Lights. We are inviting artists from different backgrounds, disciplines, and stages of their careers to become part of this vibrant exhibition. Get your art in front of a new audience, meet other creatives, build connections, and be part of a collective contemporary art experience. We welcome artists working across a wide range of disciplines, including: Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Illustration, Digital Art, Mixed Media, Installation, Fashion, Design, and beyond. We're interested in artists with distinctive ideas, strong visual languages, and work that invites people to stop, look, and engage. Spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Fees start at £45. Deadline: November 18, 2026. More info. Contact: email

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37th Memorial Maria Luisa International Photo & Video Contest

Photographers worldwide are invited to submit entries for the 37th Memorial Maria Luisa International Photo and Video Contest. The awards gala will take place in the Philharmonic Theater - Oviedo-Spain in Infiesto, April 23-24, 2027. The Overall Winner receives a cash prize of €5000 (subject to tax deductions), Trophy, Diploma, book portfolio and two invitations to the awards gala. Awards for each Category: €300, Trophy, Diploma, book portfolio and two invitations. Young Photographers Prize (18yrs and younger): Samsung 5G tablet, trophy, diploma, book portfolio and two invitations. Award for best video, film, documentary: €3000. Entries accepted include both photographs and videos, divided into fourteen thematic categories related to mountains, nature, and adventure. Open to all photographers, including young people and those with disabilities. Submit your first photograph for free! Entry fee: 22€. Free for people with disabilities and for the novice (under 19yrs). Deadline: December 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email

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Call for Artists: Showcase Your Art in Barcelona - April 2027

Arrival Gallery is inviting artists to submit their work for a focused four-day exhibition, April 9-12, 2027 in Barcelona, Spain. The exhibition welcomes emerging and established artists working across painting, photography, sculpture, illustration, textile art, mixed media, ceramics, drawing, digital art, and contemporary visual practices. Artists will have the opportunity to present their work in an international exhibition setting and connect with a wider audience. Free entry. Deadline: March 26, 2027. More info. Contact: email

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