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In-Gallery Exhibition – Art Comes Alive 2026 – $450,000 in Awards
- Who Can Apply: Artists age 18 and older; international applicants are welcome.
- The Focus: In-gallery exhibition and awards gala for living artists across a broad range of visual media.
- The Funding: $25 entry fee for the first work and $25 for each additional work. The organizer advertises more than $450,000 in combined awards and professional opportunities, not a single guaranteed cash award.
- Key Requirements: Submit original artwork that is available for sale; selected work must be delivered to the Cincinnati gallery by the stated delivery date.
DeadlineMonday, September 28, 2026
AwardMore than $450,000 in combined awards and professional opportunities; this is not stated as a single cash-prize pool
Application fee$25
Program datesNov 7, 2026
LocationCincinnati, OH
ParticipationOn-site
Career stagesAll Stages
Disciplinesmixed media, glass, metal, abstract, realism, conceptual works
Application notesSubmission limit: 1 entry per application. Images required: minimum 1, maximum 20. Bonus: enter four or more pieces and receive an additional entry free with code ACA2026B4G1. Art must arrive at gallery by October 16, 2026. Opening night and awards ceremony: November 7, 2026.
Contactcsmith@adcfineart.com
ADC Fine Art
Organization based in Cincinnati