Art Comes Alive 2026
Submit 1–20 images of original artwork in any medium (paintings, drawings, mixed media, photography, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, glass, metal, installation, conceptual works) for consideration in the annual Art Comes Alive exhibition and awards gala.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 39 days left
- Entry fee
- $25
- Award
- $450,000
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Exhibition window
- Nov 7, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Oct 2, 2026
About
Overview
Art Comes Alive (ACA) is ADC Fine Art's annual exhibition and awards gala, now in its 17th year. Held in a 13,000 sq. ft. gallery in Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine district, the event brings together 250 living artists showcasing all mediums and styles. Described as the 'Academy Awards for Artists,' ACA connects artists with industry professionals including art dealers, gallerists, and art consultants.
Key Dates
- September 28, 2026: Applications close
- October 2, 2026: Results announced
- October 16, 2026: Art must arrive at the gallery
- November 7, 2026: Opening night & awards ceremony
Eligibility
- Must be 18 or older
- International applicants welcome
- All artwork must be original and available for sale
Media & Submission
- Paintings
- Drawings
- Mixed Media
- Abstract
- Realism
- Photography
- Ceramics
- Textiles
- Sculpture
- Glass
- Metal
- Installation
- Conceptual Works
Awards
Over $450,000 in awards with prominent jurors (art dealers, gallerists, and art consultants).
Special Offer
Enter four or more pieces and receive an additional entry for free with code ACA2026B4G1.
Contact
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 513-723-1222
- Award
- Over $450,000 in awards
- Entries per artist
- Up to 20
- Eligibility
- Artists must be 18 or older; all artwork must be original and available for sale. International applicants welcome.
- Audience
- Open to artists 18 and older worldwide
- Contact
- [email protected]
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