About the Open Call

Art Fluent invites artists worldwide to submit artwork to our online exhibit, _**WABI-SABI II**._ **THEME** WABI-SABI is a Japanese term that refers to that which is impermanent, imperfect, aged, humbled, and unconventional. It is a state of mind and a way of being. It expresses a whole new world of seeing. Perhaps being open to mistakes and accidents will lead us somewhere new, beautiful, and authentic. As artists, we know this all too well. Visually, it is the simplicity of composition and exploring the meaning and beauty of everyday objects. Show us _**WABI-SABI**_ from your perspective. **CALENDAR** JPEGs due by **Friday, March 6, 2026,** at midnight MST. Notification of acceptance and online gallery opening by Friday, April 3, 2026. **AWARDS** All accepted pieces will be displayed in our online gallery at www.art-fluent.com Best of Show: $750 Two Director’s Choice awards: $250 each **ENTRY FEE** $25 for first entry/$10 for each additional entry, you may enter up to 20 total. Payment is non-refundable and does not guarantee acceptance. For 3D work, there is no need to pay for additional entries for detail shots. Once your first entry is made, you may send additional views by email to hello@art-fluent.com. **SELECTION PROCESS** Director’s choice. Each show is curated and juried by Creative Director, Amy Matteson Neill along with an anonymous committee of jurors. Please note, there is no personal feedback given by jurors. **MEDIA PREPARATION** Please only submit properly cropped images of your work that are in focus. We have a free resource for artists for tips on how to get high quality images of your work. Visit www.art-fluent.com/resources for a free download. CaFÉ also offers tips on their blog which you can find here www.callforentry.org/photographing-artwork/. All images must be in JPEG/JPG format using CaFÉ guidelines. The image size must be 1,200 pixels or greater on the longest side. Maximum file size is 5 mb. Accepted video formats include MOV, MP4, WMV. Aspect ratio 4:3 or 16:9, resolution minimum 640x480, maximum 1920 x1080, bit rate recommended above 240 kbps, recommended frame rate 30 fps. File size must be under 100 MB. If your video work has been selected for the exhibit, we kindly request that you provide us with the file link via Vimeo. **NOTIFICATION** Notification will be done by email, everyone who submits will be notified of the juror’s selections. If for any reason you do not hear from us by the notification date, please check the filters in your email account. Notification emails are sent to the email on file with CaFÉ. **SALES** All sales inquiries will be directed to the artist’s website and/or contact information. For any artwork that is sold, the artists receive 100% of the sale. **GIVING BACK** A portion of the proceeds from the entry fees is donated to organizations committed to the arts and supporting artists. **REQUIRED FORMS** Cash awards over $600 are subject to federal income tax withholding within the United States. A W-9 form must be filled out by the winner and submitted to Art Fluent, Inc.

What is Offered

Accepted pieces will be displayed in an online gallery. Awards include a Best of Show prize of $750 and two Director’s Choice awards of $250 each. Artists receive 100% of sales from their artwork, with sales inquiries directed to the artist’s website.

Requirements

The call is open to ALL fine art mediums including oil, acrylic, watermedia, pastel, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fiber, wood, ceramics, film/video, and digital art. Work that is copied or done under instructor guidance is not eligible. AI-generated art will not be accepted. Diptychs and triptychs should be uploaded as a single image. Artists can submit up to 20 total entries. Work previously selected for Art Fluent exhibits will not be considered.

How to Apply

Artists are invited to submit artwork through the 'Apply Now' link. Submissions must adhere to specific media preparation guidelines: JPEGs are due by Friday, March 6, 2026, at midnight MST. Images must be properly cropped, in focus, JPEG/JPG format, at least 1,200 pixels on the longest side, and under 5 MB. Videos can be MOV, MP4, WMV, with an aspect ratio of 4:3 or 16:9, resolution from 640x480 to 1920x1080, recommended bit rate above 240 kbps, 30 fps, and under 100 MB. For 3D work, additional detail shots can be emailed after the first entry. If video work is selected, a Vimeo link will be requested.