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Attend a one-day online literary festival celebrating emerging African writers with poetry and fiction readings, keynote panels, and a masterclass on publishing.
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Enroll in a four-week online short course on building a sustainable art business, covering artist strategy, branding, income streams, and implementation.
FairOne-year subscription to Danielle Krysa's Substack, Membership to Create! Collective, Exclusive feature on Create! Magazine blog, Instagram artist spotlights from Marina Granger and Liza Zhurkovskaya
Submit 1-6 high-quality images of your 2D or 3D artwork (painting, drawing, photography, digital, prints, fiber art, collage, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, installation) along with a bio and artist statement for consideration in a virtual exhibition and print catalog.
Grants and residencies are not limited by where you live.
FairOfficial inclusion in London Design Festival 2026 programme, exhibition at Peckham Rye Station, professional photography documentation, artist features and media coverage, consideration for Othering Prize (Curator's Choice, Critics' Choice, Audience Choice, Best Practice Award, Transformation Award), networking opportunities, 0% commission on sales.
Artists, designers, architects, and interdisciplinary practitioners are invited to submit site-responsive work responding to themes of memory, belonging, space, and transformation for exhibition at Peckham Rye Station, London during London Design Festival 2026.
Submit a minimum of 4 images of your handcrafted wearable art (jewelry, clothing, leather goods, scarves, hats, shoes) for consideration in this artisan marketplace.
Transdisciplinary collectives are invited to propose a project for The Kitchen/Central Location, an open-air kitchen, gathering space, and artistic installation at the foodculture days festival in Vevey, Switzerland.
Submit 4 images of your best plein air paintings (oil, acrylic, watercolor, or pastel) for jury selection to compete in a 5-day plein air painting festival with cash prizes and sales opportunities.
Submit proposals for light-based art installations, performances, projections, fire sculpture, and immersive experiences for the 2027 Portland Winter Light Festival.
Nine cinephiles from Poland and across Europe are invited to join the People's Jury to watch, discuss, and evaluate New Asian Cinema competition films and select the Grand Prix winner.
Submit artwork for consideration in the Wonder Walls curated section of Exhibit Here's Art Now Fair; artists pay per artwork and are not required to be present daily.
Submit 4 digital images (3 of artwork examples and 1 booth display photo) and select one category to exhibit in a 10' x 10' outdoor booth space at this 2-day fine arts festival.
Submit 3 images of recent work in your chosen medium, a booth image showing display quality, and an artist bio to apply for jury selection into this outdoor festival.