Circle of Life Online Art Competition and Exhibition

About the Open Call

The 'Circle of Life Online Art Competition and Exhibition' hosted by Ten Moir Gallery explores the profound rhythms of birth, life, decay, and rebirth. Artists are encouraged to interpret this theme through the natural world, spirituality, human experience, and beyond. This online call for entries is open worldwide to both emerging and established creators, inviting participation from artists working in all mediums, styles, and schools of thought. Experimental and mixed techniques are welcome, with eligibility limited to 2-D and 3-D work. The virtual exhibition will run from September 12 to October 12, 2025. Artworks will be judged based on Craftsmanship, Presentation, Interpretation of the theme, Composition, Creativity, and Technical Skill. Ten Moir Gallery aims to promote and amplify artists' voices globally through its competitions and exhibitions.

What is Offered

The competition offers various awards including cash prizes, extensive promotion, and entry into another prestigious award. The 'Best in Show' winner receives a $150 cash prize, a feature on the exhibition cover, a dedicated social media post, inclusion in the gallery's newsletter, and free entry into the Blu Sky Artist Award (valued at $500). The '1st Place' winner receives a $50 cash prize, free entry into the Blu Sky Artist Award, a dedicated social media post, and inclusion in the online exhibition. '2nd and 3rd Place' winners receive free entry into the Blu Sky Artist Award, a dedicated social media post, and inclusion in the online exhibition. 'Honorable Mentions and Finalists' are included in the online exhibition and receive a digital certificate. All accepted works will be displayed online with the artist's name, title of work, and artist website or social media account.

Requirements

This call for entries is open worldwide to both emerging and established creators. Artists working in all mediums, styles, and schools of thought are invited, including experimental and mixed techniques. Only 2-D and 3-D artwork is eligible. Submissions must be professionally presentable images (up to 2.0 MB) in JPG, JPEG, PNG, or GIF format, with a maximum size of 2000px on the largest side. File names must follow the format: 'Artist name – Title of artwork'.

How to Apply

Artists must select professionally presentable images (up to 2.0 MB) in JPG, JPEG, PNG, or GIF format, with a maximum size of 2000px on the largest side. File names should be formatted as 'Artist name – Title of artwork' (e.g., John Smith – Artwork1). Applicants need to fill out all required information on the online form, upload and submit their artwork, and then proceed to a payment gateway. A confirmation email will be sent after successful payment. Apply through the entry form link on the Ten Moir Gallery website.