The Rhode Island Center for Photographic Arts in Providence seeks entries for a photography exhibition, Nov 19 – Dec 11, 2026. Juror: David DeMelim. Open to photographs capturing, or responding to (the United States of) America today. We are looking to create a Snapshot of America in 2026 as we mark 250 years. We are seeking pictures of your community, local events, landmarks and the everyday activities that represent or react to daily life in 2026 America in order to put together an exhibition to document the unique times we live in and take a Snapshot of these United States. $25 entry fee. Deadline: September 11, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 401-400-2542.

The Greenwich Art Society seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, October 22 – November 19, 2026 at the Bendheim Gallery in Greenwich, CT. $2000 in cash awards. Juror: Antonia Pocock / Curatorial Assistant, Whitney Museum of American Art, NYC. Theme: Between Here and There. Every journey includes a space between where we were, where we are, and where we’re going. That space may be physical, emotional, personal, or imagined. Works are not eligible if previously accepted for one of our juried exhibitions; exhibited in the Bendheim, Flinn, or GAS Galleries; or completed before 2023. Artwork must be original, created by you, and not generated by AI. Categories: Oil, Acrylic, Drawing, Pastel, Watercolor, Sculpture, Photography, Original Digital Art, Fiber Arts, Traditional Printmaking, Mixed Media, Collage & Other Media. Wall art must not exceed 36″W x 60″H. Automatically become a member upon entry: $75 for two entries / $100 for three entries. Deadline: September 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 203.629.1533.

Van Der Plas Gallery in New York, NY seeks entries for an upcoming art exhibition, October 1-15, 2026. All types of media are encouraged, including painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, installation, mixed media, and digital art. $35 entry fee. Deadline: September 17, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Main Street Arts in Clifton Springs, NY announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 7 – December 23, 2026. $2,000 in awards. Framing may extend up to 16 inches total; but the artwork must be 12 inches or less, per side. Open to all U.S. residents 18 years and older working in all media – excluding video/sound and installation art. $30 entry fee. Deadline: September 20, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 315-462-0210.

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County invites professional visual artists and design teams to submit qualifications for two major exterior public art opportunities at the new Good Luck Community Center in Lanham, MD. #1: Exterior Sculpture (Budget: $200,000). #2: Artistic Seating Element (Budget: $50,000). This new state-of-the-art community center and gymnasium will utilize an open “L” configuration that creates a generous front entry that is highly visible to westbound vehicular traffic on Good Luck Road and pedestrians entering the site. The public artworks are envisioned as critical neighborhood anchors that will sit within this main entrance threshold. These works will establish a profound sense of place, welcoming multi-generational families to a space dedicated to recreation, equity, and sustainability. Artists or artist teams may submit credentials for either one or both opportunities. Deadline: September 21, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Aplomb Gallery in Dover, NH announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, November 6 – December 15. Juror: Marisa Companion. Submissions may reflect themes of healing, resilience, identity, transformation, grief, hope, strength, or personal perspective. All interpretations and mediums are welcome. All works should be fnished and ready to hang. $35 entry fee. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 603-208-3300.

Artists are invited to submit entries for the Small Stones Festival of the Arts, Jan. 30 – Feb. 7, 2027 at the Brigham Hill Community Barn in North Grafton, MA. $2,850 in total awards (fine art & photography categories). Jurors for Fine Art Painting: Sarah Alexander, Tom Dunlay and Bill Lane. Jurors for Fine Art Photography: Jessica Roscio, Rebecca Skinner and Al Weems. The first round of judging will be made from images submitted online. Selected entries must be dropped off and picked up (in person) on the specified dates. No shipping or receiving! Only original works of two-dimensional flat artwork, gallery-framed with a hanging wire. Maximum dimension of any side of your frame: 26 inches or less. Full Terms & Conditions are on the Small Stones Festival website. $10 per artwork. Five entries allowed per person. Deadline: October 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Art League of Ocean City announces a call to artists for an upcoming exhibition. Stigma Highlighted: Beyond the Label connects local artists with families who have lost loved ones to addiction to create meaningful portraits that celebrate the person beyond the stigma. Through art and shared stories, this community legacy project will honor each individual’s personality, passions, accomplishments, and lasting impact. You can help tell someone’s story through art. Experienced local artists are invited to apply to create a portrait honoring an individual whose life was lost to addiction. Portraits & stories will be exhibited at Salisbury University in Spring 2027 and the Art League of Ocean City in September 2027. Following the exhibitions, participating families will receive the original portrait as a lasting tribute. No entry fee. Deadline: October 16, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 410-524-9433.

Gallery 40 in Poughkeepsie, NY seeks entries for a juried art exhibition, December 5, 2026 – January 3, 2027. $100.00 Best in Show. Juror: Nansi T Lent. Open to artists 18 years and older living in the United States. Only 2-dimensional artwork will be considered. No 3-d work, and no nudes. Works must be original (no reproduction prints, example: a giclee of a watercolor), submitted by the artist, and for sale. No work previously exhibited at Gallery 40. Works must be professionally presented: wired and ready to hang. Canvases must be framed or museum/gallery wrapped with finished edges. Works on paper and smearable mediums, such as charcoal and pastels, must be protected under glass or plexiglass. Maximum (framed) width is 36 inches, maximum height is 48 inches. $35 entry fee for up to 3 entries. Deadline: November 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 845-320-2125.

The American Watercolor Society announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, April 6 – May 7, 2027 at the Salmagundi Club in New York, NY. $50,000 in awards. This International Exhibition is open to all living artists working in water media on paper (Yupo and illustration board are permitted). No other surfaces accepted. Watercolor, acrylic, casein, gouache, and egg tempera are accepted. No collage, pastels, digital images, any form of print or reproductions. No work previously exhibited in AWS exhibitions. Maximum frame size is 44″ in any direction. Minimum image size (do not include mat or frame) is 140 square inches (multiply image height x width). No restriction on the year the artwork was completed. Entry fees: $25- $55. Deadline: November 12, 2026 at noon Eastern. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call 212-206-8986.

The Sitar Arts Center in Washington, DC announces a call to artists for a juried art exhibition, February 8 – March 13, 2027. Total awards: $1200. Open to artists ages 16 and up residing in the United States. Artists must be at least 16 by the date of their submission. Two-dimensional (2D), Three-dimensional (3D) and Film/Video/New Media accepted. Entry fees vary. Deadline: November 15, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email

The Rehoboth Art League in Rehoboth Beach, DE seeks entries for their annual juried photography exhibition, January 8 – February 7, 2027. 1st Place: $500, 2nd Place: $250, 3rd Place: $150. Juror: André Wright Jr. This call is only open to artists living in Delaware, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and Washington D.C. and is open to both members and non-members of RAL. All subjects and styles are eligible from traditional to contemporary. $25 for RAL members. $45 for non-members. Deadline: November 16, 2026 (4pm). More info. Contact: email or call 302-227-8408.

Arrival Gallery seeks entries for an upcoming art exhibition, March 12-14, 2027 at 35 Meadow Street, Brooklyn, New York, USA. Open to emerging and established artists working across visual disciplines, including painting, photography, sculpture, illustration, textile art, mixed media and digital art. Free entry. Deadline: February 25, 2027. More info. Contact: email

Huge Gallery announces a call to artists for an upcoming art exhibition, September 25-27, 2026 at The Facory, Pod 2 21-31 Shacklewell Ln, London E8 2DA. All media accepted. Entry fees vary. Deadline: September 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Art Talent Fair, a contemporary art award dedicated to visual artists, offers you the chance to exhibit your art by participating in the exhibition program of the Moho Art Gallery, February 2027 at the Genoa Art Fair in Italy. 8 artists will be selected to exhibit their works at this prestigious international art fair dedicated to contemporary art. The prize is addressed to professional and amateur artists, graphic designers, painters, photographers, etc.. from all over the world. Entry fees vary. Deadline: September 23, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The HOBAN Cultural Foundation in Seoul, South Korea announces a call to artists for an open competition for AI art, welcoming participants of all backgrounds regardless of career, nationality, or age. It seeks to reflect on the future of AI art through new modes of expression and artistic experimentation. KRW 21,000,000 Total Prizes / 20 Winners. Works created using generative AI platforms may be submitted in a single-image format or in a wide range of video formats. Free entry. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Arrival Gallery is inviting artists to submit their work for a focused four-day exhibition, October 16-19, 2026 in Osaka, Japan. 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: October 1, 2026. More info. Contact: email

APS MOHO announces a call to artists for an international art competition. 18 artists will be seleced to participate in the final exhibition, November 14-28, 2026 at Imagoars in Venice, Italy. First prize: EUR 3000, Second prize: EUR 1000, Third prize EUR 500, Special prize for students EUR 1000. The art contest is open to all artists or groups of artists and professionals from any country. All kinds of contemporary artworks are allowed: drawings, paintings, sculptures, photographs, graphics, mixed media, video, installations and performances. Entry fees vary. Deadline: October 8, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Experience the elegance of Paris Art Renaissance & International Salon (P.A.R.I.S.) 2026, an exclusive art exhibition in the heart of Paris, by showcasing your work digitally on large screens, November 23 to December 6, 2026. This very prestigious event takes place in the 8th Arrondissement of Paris, where artists exhibit their work before a cultural elite of France. This is a collaboration of TERAVARNA and Horizon World Art (HWA), with an open theme. So, create in any genre, style, or medium. Enjoy social media coverage, local news highlights, and global appreciation for your art. Applicants must be 18 years or older to participate. Original creations only; no AI-generated art. $19 entry fee. Deadline: October 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

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

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

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

TERAVARNA seeks entries for the 15th International Juried Open Online Art Competition. Selected winners will compete for cash prizes totaling up to $5000. Distinguished first-place, runner-up, and merit award recipients will also enjoy six months of ARTSY promotion along with an immersive VR exhibition. This global competition invites artists to showcase their finest 2D and 3D artworks across all styles, subjects, and mediums, celebrating imagination without boundaries. Whether your work is rooted in realism, abstraction, contemporary concepts, or experimental approaches, this is your chance to present your artistic journey on an international platform. $20 per artwork. Deadline: September 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

Through the Henki Art Prize, Henki Art offers an international platform that recognizes artists while fostering critical engagement with water as a transformative element in contemporary art. A total of $1000 will be awarded as well as promotion and publication in the official printed catalogue. Open to all artists around the world. All media are accepted, including painting, sculpture, photography, and digital or video-based works. For video works, submissions must not exceed 5 minutes in length. The work must explore or respond to the element of water – either through its physical forms (such as oceans, rivers, ice, steam, tears, or rain) or its conceptual, cultural, or symbolic dimensions (such as fluidity, purification, transformation, reflection, or environmental concerns). Free to enter. Deadline: September 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Marin Society of Artists announces a call to artists for an online art exhibition, September 29 to November 30, 2026. There will also be a YouTube video of the artwork which will remain available after the Virtual Gallery show ends. First Prize $500, Second $300, Third $100. Juror: Nancy Roberts. Artists are invited to submit artwork about women and their lives, past, present and future, and the issues that concern them. $35 for three entries, $7 for each additional entry. Deadline: September 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 415-454-9561.

Colors of Humanity Art Gallery announces a call to artists for an online art exhibition, October 1-31, 2026. Best of Show will be featured and receive a cash award. Juror: Janelle Cogan. Theme: landscape. 1. A portion of land or territory which the eye can comprehend in a single view, including all the objects it contains. 2. A picture representing a scene by land or sea, actual or fancied, the chief subject being the general aspect of nature, as fields, hills, forests, water, etc. 3. The pictorial aspect of a country. 10% of all entry fees will be donated to the Global Food Initiative. GFI assists hungry people in developing food security and has raised over $8,000,000 for community development projects around the globe. All artists 18 and over may enter 2D or 3D Media. $20 for 1 or 2 pieces (You may enter more than once). Deadline: September 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply for the Innovate Grant awards: one $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist + one $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer + 18 Honorable Mentions. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. $35 USD application fee (non-refundable). Deadline: September 17, 2026. More info.

Camelback Gallery announces a call to artists. Cash awards, social and art media promotion, virtual award exhibition, and award certificates. Juror: Kassandra Kaye, Founder and Managing Editor. Choose your category, it’s that simple! Artists may enter different artwork or the same artwork in different categories! No limits on number of entries. Each entry requires a separate entry form. Mediums allowed: All traditional drawing and painting mediums (No photography, digital, AI). $20 entry fee. Deadline: September 20, 2026. More info.

TERAVARNA invites artists from around the world to submit entries for their 14th Landscape International Juried Online Art Competition. As much as $5,000 in cash prizes, certificates of excellence, and worldwide exposure on TERAVARNA’s international sites are available. The 1st prize, runner-up, and merit prize winners will also get featured on ARTSY for free for 6 months. Open to both 2D works and 3D works that honor the beauty, spirit, and diversity of the natural world, whether it is a small garden or the majestic mountains. Entry is unlimited and $20 per artwork. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

The HOBAN Cultural Foundation in Seoul, South Korea announces a call to artists for an open competition for AI art, welcoming participants of all backgrounds regardless of career, nationality, or age. It seeks to reflect on the future of AI art through new modes of expression and artistic experimentation. KRW 21,000,000 Total Prizes / 20 Winners. Works created using generative AI platforms may be submitted in a single-image format or in a wide range of video formats. Free entry. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces the 10th Annual “Patterns, Textures & Forms” Online Art Competition, October 25 – December 25, 2026. Cash prize for Overall Top Winning Artist. Extensive online promotion for winning artists. Jurors: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. Artists worldwide are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art for the “Patterns, Textures & Forms” theme. Both 2D & 3D art will be accepted (including photography & digital art). $18 for 1-2 entries / $26 for 3-5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email

TERAVARNA invites you to step into the spotlight through its exclusive Solo Art Exhibition Program, offering a dedicated space to showcase your art on our global platform. Submit artworks with a registration fee of $35, and after the initial jury review, select from 3 solo subscription plans: PRO ($200), featuring your art live on TERAVARNA’s platform for one year; ELITE ($350), offering a permanent solo presence on the platform; or ELITE Plus ($450), providing a permanent showcase on TERAVARNA’s Solo Gallery Wall along with complimentary marketplace representation & SEO benefits. With limited slots available, we encourage artists to register early and seize this opportunity to gain international visibility. Additional promotional benefits await on our premium global art platform. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

The 16th Annual Salon Art Prize is an online art competition, open to a variety of mediums and styles! Awards: $2,250 per month, over $65,000 annually. All monthly winners are included in the Annual Competition where the Grand Prize winners each receive $15,000 – one featured on the cover of PleinAir Magazine and one on the cover of Fine Art Connoisseur. Early Bird entry fee: $29/$12, Regular: $40/$16. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 561-655-8778.

Artists worldwide are invited to compete for the Homiens Art Prize. Ten winners will be selected to participate in an online exhibition and each receive an award of $300 ($12,000 annually), and more. Up to 200 artists Highly Commended. Jurors: Director of Homiens, Kita Das, and Ol James, PhD. Open to all artworks, mediums, and art forms, including but not limited to painting, sculpture, photography, drawing, printmaking, installation, and audiovisual. Artworks completed in any year are eligible. There are no theme or size restrictions. $30 for first entry, $20 thereafter. 6th & 12th entries free. Deadline: September 30, 2026. More info.

Collage Artists of America (CAA) invites all artists around the globe to submit work for “Portals,” an open online juried exhibition, November 1 – December 31, 2026. Cash awards totaling $1,300: First ($500), Second ($300), Third ($200), Carolann Watterson Award ($100), up to four Honorable Mentions ($50 each). Juror: Karin Skiba. Artists are encouraged to explore what defines a portal and to imagine one that resonates with them. A portal might be an elaborate doorway leading to the known or unknown, an opening into another universe, an entrance into the body or mind, or any passage into something real or imagined. Members: $35 / Non-Members: $40. Deadline: October 1, 2026, 11:59 PM PT. More info. Contact: email

For the young little ones, for the age of 5 to 16, TERAVARNA Young Masters presents the Open Art Contest, an art competition for young minds. Budding artists and talents are invited to submit their art, whether it is a sketch, painting, watercolor, pastel, mixed media, or digital art. As long as the art is humanly created and no AI is used, it is eligible for submission. Young artists can play with their imagination and show the world their truest and best creativity to win global exposure, participation certificates, and many other exciting awards. Entry fees is $9 per artwork. Deadline: October 10, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call 424-545-6789.

Aviation Week invites entries for its annual online photography competition. Seeking photos taken on or after Oct. 1, 2025 of aviation/aerospace subjects. Prizes total: $6,272. Best of the Best receives a Tamron 150-500mm lens valued at $1,499 + $400; First Place $250; Second Place $150; Third Place $100 (Prizes are awarded in 5 categories: Commercial Aviation, Defense, Space, General and Business Aviation, and Photo Illustration). Jurors: Dana Bell, Lisa Caputo, Thomas DePierro, Larry Grace, Mitchell Koppelman, John Slemp. Entry fee: $5 per photo. Deadline: October 12, 2026. See official rules. Contact: email or call +1-347-391-7098.

The 17th Abstract International Juried Art Competition is a leading digital event at TERAVARNA, where raw expression and conceptual breakthroughs are celebrated. Up to $5,000 in awards, a 6-month ARTSY membership (1st Place, Runner-Up, and Merit), and a chance to participate in the VR exhibition. We invite you to explore abstract and figurative, 2D and 3D, all media, striking forms, rich textures, and bold color play. $20 fee for each artwork. Deadline: October 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

Fusion Art announces the Everything Abstract 2026 Art Competition. Cash prizes for Best in Show winners. Complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art’s Members Gallery. Extensive promotion for winners. Jurors: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. For this online competition, both 2D and 3D artists, worldwide, are invited to submit their best nonobjective or nonrepresentational art. All artists, regardless of experience, are encouraged to submit their best abstract art and photography using any subject matter and any media. $25 for 1-2 images / $40 for up to 5 images. Deadline: October 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces the 16th Annual “Nature” Online Art Competition, November 5 – December 31, 2026. Cash prize for Overall Top Winning Artist. Extensive online promotion for winning artists. Juror: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. Artists worldwide are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art for the “Nature” theme: geographical subjects, landscapes, natural objects, wildlife and natural environments. Both 2D & 3D art will be accepted (including photography & digital arts). $18 for 1-2 entries / $26 for 3-5 entries. Early entry and art student discounts. Deadline: October 30, 2026. More info. Contact: email

Fusion Art announces the Red 2026 Art Competition. Cash prizes for Best in Show winners. Complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art’s Members Gallery. Extensive promotion for winners. Jurors: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. The color Red dominates human emotion as the color of passion, power, and intensity – from blazing anger to tender love. For this online competition, both 2D and 3D artists, worldwide, are invited to submit their best art and photography using red as the primary color in their work to convey strong feelings and psychological depth. While red should be the predominant visual element, other colors can be used to enhance its emotional impact and meaning. $25 for 1-2 images / $40 for up to 5 images. Deadline: November 5, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The 10th Water International Online Juried Art Competition by TERAVARNA returns to celebrate the fluidity and serenity of water with a promise of showcasing innovative water-themed artworks from across the globe. We invite artists worldwide to create watercolor paintings and portraits, capturing the textures, transparency, colors, and reflections in 2D and 3D visual art forms. By competing in this art contest, you earn a chance to win a $5,000 cash prize pool, a 6-month free ARTSY membership (1st Place, Runner-Up, and Merit), and even a chance to view the winning artworks in the VR exhibitions. $20 fee for each artwork. Deadline: November 15, 2026. More info. Contact: email or call +1-424-545-6789.

The Hopper Prize is accepting submissions for Fall 2026 artist grants. They will be providing 6 grants totaling $13,000 USD. 2 artists will each receive $4,500 and 4 artists will each receive $1,000. All visual art media is eligible. This open call provides you with a direct path to get your work in front of an international community of curators, artists, gallerists, and arts administrators. Additional exposure is available via a 30 artist shortlist, online journal, & Instagram currently reaching over 175k. $40 to submit 10 artworks. Deadline: November 17, 2026. More info.

Fusion Art announces the Women Artists 2026 Art Competition, December 15, 2026 – March 14, 2027. Cash prizes for Best in Show winners. Complimentary one-year membership to Fusion Art’s Members Gallery. Extensive promotion for winners. Jurors: Chris & Valerie Hoffman. For this open theme online art competition, any subject matter and any media are acceptable for consideration. All 2D & 3D women artists only, worldwide, are invited to submit their best representational and/or abstract art and photography. $25 for 1-2 images / $40 for up to 5 images. Deadline: November 25, 2026. More info. Contact: email

The Adachi Foundation for the Preservation of Woodcut Printing seeks entries for The Adachi UKIYOE Award. Prize winners will collaborate with Adachi’s carvers and printers to transform their own designs into traditional woodcuts (The submitted works themselves will not be directly reproduced as woodcuts). Grand Prize: JPY 300,000 + woodcut production; Excellence Award: JPY 150,000 + woodcut production; Honorable Mention: JPY 50,000. Jurors: Tomio Koyama; Seiichiro Miida; Yuji Yamashita; Koko Nakayama. Open to artists worldwide aged 15 or older. Works should be created by hand or digitally on a flat surface such as paper or canvas. Photographs, prints, and three-dimensional works are not accepted. No restrictions on genre, career background, or nationality. Application Fee: JPY 2,000. Deadline: December 25, 2026. More info (PDF). Contact: email or call +81-3-3951-1267.

Girls Right the World is a literary journal inviting girls and young, gender-expansive writers and artists, ages 14-21, to submit work for consideration for the tenth annual issue. We believe girls’ voices transform the world for the better. We accept poetry, prose, and visual art of any style or theme. We ask to be the first to publish your work in North America; after publication, the rights return to you. Send your best art and/or writing, in English or English translation, to girlsrighttheworld@gmail.com by December 31, 2026. Please include a note mentioning your age, where you’re from, and a bit about your submission.