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2027 Embracing Our Differences International Art Exhibition
Artist retains IP
- Who Can Apply: Open to all artists, including professionals, amateurs, and students, from all national and international locations.
- The Focus: This juried exhibition invites artists to submit work that evokes social change and reflects the theme of "Embracing Our Differences." The program seeks to create a society where inclusion is embraced and individuality is celebrated through art.
- The Funding: This opportunity is free to enter and offers $6,000 in total cash awards, with three prizes of $2,000 each.
- Key Requirements: Submissions require a high-resolution (300+ dpi) horizontal digital image and a brief artist statement (150-word maximum).
DeadlineWednesday, July 1, 2026
Award$2,000 USD each for three awards: Best-in-Show Adult, Best-in-Show Student, and People's Choice.
Application fee$0
Program datesmid-January through April 2027
LocationSarasota, FL
Career stagesAll Stages
DisciplinesVisual Arts
Application notesSubmissions must be a horizontal, high-resolution (min 300 dpi, less than 400MB) digital file (JPG, JPEG, PDF, or PNG). A brief artist statement (max 150 words) is required. AI-generated artwork is not accepted and will be disqualified. Do not include the organization's name in the artwork or title. Teachers have a separate, simplified submission process.
Embracing Our Differences