CCAN 2026: Center for Contemporary Arts 10th Annual National Juried Art Competition & Exhibition

Contact InformationCenter for Contemporary ArtsContact Email: [email protected] Phone: 325-677-8389

Requirement OverviewLocation Eligibility Type: NationalEligible Applicant Types: ArtistSubmission Limit: 1Media RequirementsImages | Min: 1, Max: 3Audio | Min: 0, Max: 0Video | Min: 0, Max: 3Total | Min: 1, Max: 3

Opportunity SummaryThe Center for Contemporary Arts is excited to announce our 10th National Juried Art Competition: CCAN 2026! The Call for Entry opens July 18. The submission deadline is August 22nd. Juror: Carlyn Ray

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General InformationThe Center for Contemporary Arts10th Annual National Juried Art Competition & ExhibitionCCAN 2026Call for Entries: July 18 – August 22, 2026Exhibition Dates: October 10 - November 21, 2026 CCAN 2026: AT A GLANCECall for Entries: July 18 – August 22, 2026Exhibition Dates: October 10 – November 21, 2026Eligibility: Artists 18+; original work only, made within the last 3 yearsEntry Fee: $35 for one image; $20 each additional entry (limit 3)How to Enter: Online only, through CaFÉ (callforentry.org) — no exceptionsSize Limits:2D (wall-mounted): max 48" framed, longest dimension3D (wall-mounted): max 36" x 36"3D (freestanding): max 36" in any dimensionWeight limit: 50 lbsAccepted Media: Traditional media and 2D digital art (no video or mural work)Categories: 2D Oil, 2D Watercolor, 2D Pastel/Dry Media, 2D Acrylic, 2D Collage/Mixed Media, 2D Photography (Film & Digital), 2D Digital (Non-Photo), 2D Printmaking, Fiber/Textiles, 3D Sculpture (All Media), Functional CeramicsAwards:1st place in each category - $500 Juror’s Award - $750Best in Show - $1,000Delivery Deadline: Accepted artwork must arrive by September 21, 2026Ship To: Center for Contemporary Arts, Attn: CCAN 2026, 220 Cypress Street, Abilene, TX 79601Sales Split: 80% artist / 20% CCAJuror: Carlyn Ray, Dallas-based glass artistQuestions: (325) 677-8389 · [email protected] READ THE FULL PROSPECTUS. Full details on framing/hanging requirements, shipping and insurance responsibilities, and labeling instructions are outlined below.EligibilityThis is a national competition open to all artists 18 years of age and over. All work must be original (NO reproductions) and produced within the last three years. The digital image of the piece submitted must be the piece delivered to the CCA if selected by the juror. NO EXCEPTIONS. Please read ALL of the rules– any artwork that does not meet the criteria outlined in this prospectus will be ineligible for exhibition, even if it was submitted by invitation.FormatOriginal, 2 and 3-dimensional art. No artwork over three years old may be entered for the competition.SizeWall-mounted (2D) work grouped or otherwise should not exceed a framed size of 48” in the longest dimension when installed. 3D work intended to hang on a wall cannot exceed 36x36". Freestanding indoor work cannot exceed 3 feet (36”) in any dimension. Weight limit of any artwork: 50 lbs.MediaAll traditional media and 2D digital art are accepted. Currently not accepted media includes video or mural work. If you have a question regarding your media, please call or email us: (325) 677-8389; [email protected]2D Oil, 2D Watercolor, 2D Pastel/Dry Media, 2D Acrylic, 2D Collage/Mixed Media, 2D Photography (Film & Digital), 2D Digital (Non-Photo), 2D Printmaking, Fiber/Textiles, 3D Sculpture (All Media), Functional CeramicsDeadlineThe call will open July 18, 2026 and will end on August 22, 2026. No exceptions will be made for failing to submit by this deadline.Entry and FeeAll entry submissions must be done through CaFÉ (https://www.callforentry.org/) No exceptions.We strongly advise adding the CaFÉ (callforentry.org) to your email lists to receive notifications on entry submissions and selections.Non-refundable entry fees are $35 for one image, additional entries are $20 each, limit 3. For 3D entries: to show multiple angles of your sculpture you may include a video submission with your application instead of still images (optional). Fees may be paid with Visa or MasterCard. Credit Card fees will be paid through CaFE.Notification of SelectionAll entrants will be notified via email September 1, 2026 whether their artwork has been selected or not. All applicants will receive an email for each piece submitted, regardless of invitation status. Delivery of Accepted ArtworkAll original artwork accepted shall be either hand-delivered or shipped to arrive at the CCA no later than September 21, 2026. Late work will not be accepted, unless late delivery is cleared with the Gallery Manager.Ship to: Center for Contemporary ArtsAttn: CCAN 2026220 Cypress StreetAbilene, TX 79601A high-quality image (at least 300 dpi) of the art will need to be emailed to the Center if art is accepted for exhibition. Email accepted images of selected entries to [email protected] by September 12, 2026. Please include “CCAN 2026 IMAGE” in the Subject Line.LabelingAll accepted artworks shall be labeled on the back with: Artists’ Name, Title of Piece, Phone Number and Retail Price. Changes will not be made to the retail price submitted to CAFÉ. Please be sure of your list price and check for typing errors before submitting.Shipping and Packaging RequirementsAll shipping charges (both directions) for artwork shall be at the artist’s expense.All Artwork shall be shipped back to the artist via artist’s carrier unless other arrangements are made with the CCA. It is highly recommended that the artist purchases a RETURN SHIPPING LABEL when purchasing the original shipping label. If return shipping is not purchased at the same time as the original label, the Artist is responsible for retaining shipping information, including weight and dimensions of original package. UPS or FedEx are preferred carriers for this competition. The Center is NOT responsible for return shipping charges incurred if an artist cannot pick up their art or acquire a return shipping