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June is a bustling month for art competitions worldwide, offering numerous opportunities for artists to showcase their talents and gain recognition. Here are some notable competitions with deadlines in June 2024, including both free entry and fee-based opportunities:
Paid Entry Competitions
1. Paperworks 2024 — B.J. Spoke Gallery
- Deadline: June 5, 2024
- Entry Fee: $35 for up to 6 images and/or 2 videos
- Eligibility: Open to all artists
- Awards: Cash prizes for winners, exhibition of finalists’ works online from July 1 to August 31, 2024.
- Application Link: B.J. Spoke Gallery
- Details: This competition focuses on paper-based works, welcoming both representational and abstract styles. Artists will be judged on their body of work.
2. VisArts Call for Solo Exhibitions 2025
- Deadline: June 28, 2024
- Entry Fee: $35
- Eligibility: Open to artists working in all media
- Awards: Solo exhibition opportunities in VisArts galleries
- Application Link: VisArts
- Details: VisArts invites artists to apply for solo exhibitions in their 2025 gallery schedule. This is an excellent opportunity for artists to gain solo exhibition experience and exposure.
3. Misciagna Family Center Ivyside Juried Art Competition
- Deadline: June 21, 2024
- Entry Fee: $25
- Eligibility: Open to all artists
- Awards: Solo gallery exhibitions for up to four artists
- Application Link: Ivyside Juried Art Competition
- Details: This competition offers the chance for artists to exhibit their work in the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts, providing significant exposure and professional development opportunities.
4. International ARC Salon Competition
- Deadline: June 13, 2024
- Entry Fee: $60
- Eligibility: Open to all artists, focusing on contemporary realism
- Awards: Over $130,000 in cash awards, exhibition at Sotheby’s in New York
- Application Link: ARC Salon
- Details: One of the most influential competitions for contemporary realism, the ARC Salon is a prestigious event that offers substantial cash prizes and international exposure.
5. Street + Night + Architecture — Black Box Gallery
- Deadline: June 12, 2024
- Entry Fee: $40 for up to 5 images
- Eligibility: Open to photographers worldwide
- Awards: Group exhibition, catalog, and flat file
- Application Link: Black Box Gallery
- Details: This photography competition focuses on urban themes, offering a platform for photographers to showcase their work in a group exhibition with multiple venues and awards.
Free Entry Competitions
6. Project H2O
- Deadline: June 5, 2024
- Entry Fee: None
- Eligibility: Open to artists worldwide
- Awards: Exhibition opportunities, potential cash awards
- Application Link: Project H2O
- Details: This competition encourages artists to create works that raise awareness about clean water scarcity, wastewater management, and water resources. It’s a perfect opportunity for artists who want to make a difference through their art.
7. 6th Annual NOOBAA 24
- Deadline: June 20, 2024 (Extended)
- Entry Fee: None
- Eligibility: Open to all artists
- Awards: Cash prizes, exhibition opportunities
- Application Link: 3 Square Art
- Details: Hosted by 3 Square Art, this competition focuses on non-objective art, encouraging artists to explore fundamental elements of shape and form.
8. Small Works: 46th Harper College National Juried Exhibition
- Deadline: June 17, 2024
- Entry Fee: None
- Eligibility: Open to artists residing in the U.S.
- Awards: Cash prizes, exhibition opportunities
- Application Link: Harper College
- Details: This annual juried exhibition highlights small works from artists across the United States, featuring a wide array of media.
These competitions provide excellent platforms for artists to showcase their work, gain exposure, and possibly win awards.
To effectively participate in these competitions, managing your portfolio is crucial. Art Spoon offers the best service worldwide for portfolio management, making it easy to create a professional online profile, synchronize artwork lists, and manage your submissions seamlessly.
For more details and to apply, visit the provided links.
Happy creating and good luck with your submissions!
