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Call for Artists - Spotlight (Painting & Sculpture) — BC Alliance for Arts + Culture

Submit up to five paintings or sculptures for an international juried exhibition.

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Deadline
45 days left
Entry fee
$20
Award
Minimum one artwork per accepted artist will be exhibited.

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About

Overview

Spotlight is an international open call exhibition celebrating the power of painting and sculpture on a global stage. This showcase invites artists from around the world to present their most compelling works, offering a platform where creativity, innovation, and diverse perspectives converge.

About the FCA

The Federation of Canadian Artists is a registered charity founded in 1941 by professional Canadian artists, including Group of Seven members Lawren Harris, Arthur Lismer, and A. Y. Jackson. The organization's first National Executive Council was led by Andre Bieler, while Lawren Harris served as the BC region's first chairman. Other founding members included Emily Carr and the Honourable Mark Kearley.

Key dates

  • Submission deadline: September 12, 2026

Eligibility

This call is open to all artists internationally.

How to apply

Artists may submit up to five (5) artworks for consideration. If accepted through jurying, a minimum of one artwork per artist will be exhibited. Before submitting, review the submission guidelines and complete the appropriate submission form for painting or sculpture.

Entry fees

  • $20 CAD for the submission and first artwork
  • $20 CAD for each additional artwork
  • Non-refundable; Canadian dollars only

Commission rates

  • FCA Members: 65% to artist / 35% to Federation
  • Non-Members: 50% to artist / 50% to Federation
Media accepted
paintingsculpture
Award
Minimum one artwork per accepted artist will be exhibited.
Entry fee
$20 CAD for submission and first artwork; $20 CAD for each additional artwork. Non-refundable; Canadian dollars only.
Entries per artist
Up to 5
Theme
An international celebration of painting and sculpture showcasing compelling works where creativity, innovation, and diverse perspectives converge.
Eligibility
Open to all artists internationally.
Audience
Open to all artists internationally.

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