$9,000+ Cash Awards - 4th Online 2D Art International Exhibition - Soul of Artists
Submit 3-14 high-quality images of original 2D artworks for consideration in an international juried exhibition with cash awards.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 32 days left
- Entry fee
- $28
- Award
- $9,000
- Location
- Lihue, Hawaii
- Exhibition window
- Jan 28, 2027 → Jan 31, 2028
- Applicants notified
- Jan 10, 2027
About
Overview
This is a global call for original 2D artwork. All subjects, styles, and cultures are honored and will be considered. The exhibition features 50+ artists with international exposure and real recognition. There is no shipping required; this is an online exhibition.
Key Dates
- Submissions Open: August 21, 2026
- Entry Deadline: October 16, 2026, 9:00pm Hawaii Standard Time (HST) (UTC-10)
- Shortlist Announced: December 14, 2026
- Winners and Finalists Announced: January 10, 2027
- Exhibition Live: January 28, 2027 - January 2028
Eligibility
- Work must have been created between 2017-2027
- Primarily 2D in orientation
- One-of-a-kind original works only
- Past winners of $2,000 Soul of Artists awards are not eligible to apply again
- Runners-up from the 3rd International online exhibition are not eligible in this round
- All other past entrants are welcome to apply again
Media & Eligible Work
All subjects and techniques are honored. Eligible mediums include painting, drawing, photography, digital, mixed media, fiber and quilt art, one-of-a-kind prints, collage, story/picture books, murals, and work in any material which is primarily 2D in orientation (ceramics, plastic, bronze and sculptural materials are OK if the end result is primarily 2D). No size limits.
Submission Requirements
- No artist statement, bio, CV, or résumé required
- Optional: include website or Instagram link
Fees
- Entry Fee: $28 (includes 3 artworks)
- Media Fee: $5 per additional artwork
Awards
- 3 Winners – $2,000 each
- 6 Runners-up – $300 each
- 15 Finalists - $100 each
- 50+ artists shortlisted and featured in exhibition
What We're Looking For
We choose based on art that carries emotional weight and resonance, feels like a conversation with the soul, and communicates authentic human experience. We do not choose based on subject, technique, popularity, or academic credentials. Your work should feel alive and demonstrate devoted study and practice.
What Happens Next
Winners, runners-up, and finalists will be posted to the Soul of Artists online exhibition, website, and social media. All artists are featured in a full-year online international exhibition with promotion of their work and inclusion in an extended community for future opportunities. Selected artists will be featured in curated publications. All artists retain full ownership rights over their work.
Contact
For questions about eligibility or whether your work fits the 2D definition, email [email protected] or call 661-450-8209.
- Award
- $9,000+ in Cash Awards: 3 Winners – $2,000 each; 6 Runners-up – $300 each; 15 Finalists - $100 each; 50+ artists shortlisted
- Entry fee
- $28 (includes 3 artworks); $5 per additional artwork
- Entries per artist
- Up to 14
- Theme
- The call seeks emotionally resonant, authentic 2D artwork that carries soul and communicates genuine human experience. All subjects, styles, techniques, and cultures are honored.
- Eligibility
- Open to all artists aged 18+ who create original 2D artworks; global call open to all countries and cultures; all career stages welcome; work must be created between 2017-2027.
- Audience
- Open to artists aged 18+ from all countries and career stages
- Size & format
- No size limits
- Also worth noting
- No size limits
- Contact
- [email protected]
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