30x30 2026
Submit 3 to 10 images of existing artwork samples reflecting the kind of work you intend to explore if selected for this 30-day artmaking challenge.
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Get matched →- Deadline
- 41 days left
- Entry fee
- $25
- Location
- Roseville, California
- Exhibition window
- Nov 24, 2026 → Dec 19, 2026
- Applicants notified
- Sep 18, 2026
- Size cap
- ≤ 6" max dimension
About
Overview
Blue Line Arts presents the 30x30 challenge: create 30 artworks in just 30 days. This annual challenge pushes artists to refine and redefine their work. We will notify selected artists before they begin the 30 days of making. To enter, submit 3 samples of your existing artwork reflecting the kind of work you intend to explore during the challenge. Do not make the 30 artworks before you are notified of your selection.
Key Dates
- Application deadline: September 4th, 2026 by 5:00pm PST
- Notifications: September 18th, 2026 by 5pm PST
- Shipping deadline: October 31st, 2026
- Hand delivery dates: November 15th and 16th, 10am-3pm
- Show dates: November 24th - December 19th, 2026
- Reception: Saturday December 19th, 2026
- Pick up unsold work: December 20th and 21st, 10am-3pm
Eligibility
Open to artists everywhere, 18 years or older. All artwork must be original and completed within the last 2 years. Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts. All artwork must be individually for sale. No accepted entry may be withdrawn or sold outside of the exhibition prior to the closing date.
Application Requirements
Submit 3 to 10 images of your existing artwork samples. Include an artist statement with your plans for the 30 artworks (required). Images must be JPG format, between 1mb and 3mb in size, with a minimum of 1200 px on one side. Name files as: Artist Name-Artwork Title.jpg.
Artwork Requirements
All individual artworks must be precisely 6" x 6". 3D work must not extend more than 6" from the wall. All artworks must be able to be securely mounted to the wall with no pedestals. Command strips and temporary hanging hardware will not be accepted for 3D artworks. Artwork must be able to enter through gallery doors with clearance of 94"h x 91"w. Nothing over 60 lbs will be accepted.
Fees & Sales
- FREE for Blue Line Arts Artist Members ($75) or above; email [email protected] for discount code
- $25 non-refundable entry fee for Non-Members (flat fee for up to 10 images/artworks)
- Non-member artists receive 50% commission from gallery sales
- Member artists receive 60% commission from gallery sales
Shipping & Delivery
The artist is responsible for paying for all shipping and should have a prepaid label from FedEx or UPS (No US Mail) for return of artwork. All shipped work will be shipped back within 2 weeks of the show's closing date. Artwork that is shipped may be picked up, however artwork that is dropped off MUST be picked up by hand.
Contact
For questions about submissions, contact Blue Line Arts staff during gallery hours at (916) 783-4117 or [email protected].
- Entry fee
- FREE for current Blue Line Arts Artist Members ($75) or above. $25 fee for Non-Members to submit a minimum of 3 images/artworks and up to 10 images/artworks.
- Entries per artist
- Up to 1
- Sales commission
- Organizer retains 50% on sales
- Theme
- Artists are challenged to create 30 original artworks in 30 days, each exactly 6" x 6", to refine their practice and explore new methods of art making.
- Eligibility
- Open to artists everywhere, 18 years or older; artwork must be original and completed within the last 2 years, not previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts, and individually for sale.
- Audience
- Open to artists everywhere, 18+
- Size & format
- All individual artworks must be precisely 6" x 6". 3D work must not extend more than 6" from the wall.
- Also worth noting
- All individual artworks must be precisely 6" x 6". 3D work must not extend more than 6" from the wall.
- Contact
- [email protected]
Every listing links to the organizer's official page. Always confirm deadlines, fees, and entry rules there before you apply.