Open Theme

About the Open Call

Juried Art Competition. Blue Koi Gallery invites artists and photographers to submit their best work to our Open Theme Art Competition. Where creativity has no limits. All mediums, styles, and subjects are welcome. Whether bold, subtle, abstract, or representational, this is your space to showcase the art that defines you. From your boldest statement to your quietest reflection, let the world see what only you can create. Unleash your creativity! At Blue Koi Gallery, every submission is reviewed anonymously by an independent panel of art professionals from around the world. Each competition brings a fresh set of jurors, ensuring a fair and diverse selection process. Final selections are thoughtfully made from the jury-approved pool, focusing on creativity, skill, and originality. We are committed to providing artists with a transparent and respectful experience. Competition Timeline: Winners Notified | October 9-11, 2025; Exhibition Starts | October 15, 2025.

What is Offered

Win $500 worth of prizes and Cash Award. Awards include: FIRST PRIZE – $100 Cash, Exhibition, Social Media Promotion, Newsletter feature to Collectors, Galleries & Art Lovers, and Certificate. SECOND PRIZE – $50 Cash, Exhibition, Social Media Promotion, and Certificate. THIRD PRIZE – Exhibition, Social Media Promotion, and Certificate. HONORABLE MENTIONS & FINALIST: Exhibition and Certificate. ADVANTAGE – Permanent Display on Platform. All winners will be featured in the Blue Koi Online Art Exhibition alongside some of the world’s best contemporary artists.

Requirements

Open to all artists, worldwide. Participants must be 18 years or older. All backgrounds, skill levels, and styles are welcome. We accept all visual media, including painting, mixed media, photography, digital art, and sculpture. All submissions must be original works created by the artist entering the competition.

How to Apply

To apply, artists should submit their work via the provided Apply Now link. Please review the image requirements and guidelines carefully before submission. Images must be high-resolution (Maximum 2000px on the longest side), in JPEG or PNG format only, with no watermarks or signatures. Professional lighting and a neutral background are preferred. File names should be clearly labeled as 'Artist Name – Artwork Title.jpg'.