As contemporary technology's intersection with disability is reshaping the landscape of accessibility, empowerment, and inclusion, advances in these fields are revolutionizing the way disabled people interact with the world, promoting a more inclusive future where barriers are minimized and potential is maximized. Please join the City University of New York School of Professional Studies’ inaugural Disability Culture Summit, which will feature individuals specializing in the arts, athletics, and technology to discuss these innovations and challenges: Performer/Director Jerron Herman, CUNY’s Director of Inclusive and Adaptive Sports Ryan Martin, Founder of Krip-Hop Nation Leroy F. Moore, Jr., and Professor Ashley Shew. The Summit poses the broad question: How do intersections in technology across disability culture successfully address ableism and increase diversity and inclusion?

Thursday, November 21, 6 - 8pm ET, on Zoom

This workshop is part of Ignite, DaDa's artist development programme to help you re-engage with your inner creative.

Whether you're an emerging artist looking for advice, established and wanting to try something new, or just interested in expanding your horizons and kickstarting creativity in your life, then come along to a free workshop and ignite that creative spark.

The Chronically ill Artists Network was formed in 2021 out of a frustration for the lack of support , awareness and opportunities for artists and arts professionals working, or unable to work in the arts with a chronic illness.

​The network was founded by Louise Wildish and Tilly Branson who have between them over three decades of experience working in the arts. They both have chronic illnesses and define as disabled, and created the network to better support artists and advocate for a change in perceptions and awareness of chronic illness in the arts sector.

Virtually, Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:00 - 15:30 GMT-5

A 12-week non profit program designed to bring new emerging and amateur artists from around the world to Manchester, NH. Our program fosters an environment that allows creative freedom to explore, define, and polish your working portfolio.

Selected applicants are provided a studio apartment with basic household amenities, heat, hot water, electricity & internet provided. Additionally each artist is granted a $350 travel stipend and a $1600 stipend that covers food and art supplies.

BBA Prizes 2025 - Open call for Artists and Photographers
It’s time to celebrate 10 years of BBA Prizes! We invite artists and photographers of all mediums, from all around the world, to participate in our biggest exhibition ever.
We will be taking over the iconic Kühlhaus Berlin to present the best artworks and photographs from our international Artist Prize and Photography Prize open calls in May/June 2025.

ACRE’s summer residency program takes place each summer in rural Southwest Wisconsin. Run by a large community of volunteers, our program is designed to help fellow emerging artists develop, present, and grow their creative practices. Residencies host 20-25 artists per session. We support visual artists, sound artists, musicians, performers, writers, community makers, curators, and administrators, ACRE provides artists with the opportunity to expand upon their individual practices and foster generative relationships within a collaborative community.

Fees or awards
700.00 ($50/day) Scholarship opportunities are available

We are pleased to announce our second Blue online Art Competition for the month of December 2024.
The theme may include any work with interpretation of the color blue or shades of blue as as a prominent or secondary color. All visual art mediums are allowed. In addition to the selected artists, the jury will select award winners in the following art categories: painting, photography, sculpture. All selected artists will receive a digital award certificate. An article about each artist will

Fees or awards
$20

Contemporary Art Room Gallery is proud to announce their 7th “Portrait” Online Art Competition for the month of December 2024. This is an international competition and artists from around the world are welcome to submit their work. We invite artist and photographers to submit their best artworks related to the Portrait theme. A portrait may be a single person, a group, or self-portrait. A variety of interpretations of the Portrait theme can be submitted.

Fees or awards
$20

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers with a cohesive body of work to feature for an online solo show. We are open to artists at all stages of their career - including emerging artists. The Your Story, Your Way Solo Exhibition is a unique chance to showcase your artwork to more than 100,000+ international viewers, including collectors, press, art advisors, and art lovers.

Fees or awards
$40 for 6 to 10 images / Solo Exhibition, Published interview, Digital Certificate, and artists retain 100% of sales

We are thrilled to announce the launch of NorthStar's newest programmatic offering, the 2025 Spotlight Exhibition Series, supporting 5 emerging Triangle-based artists. Applications open November 1st, and we encourage QT/BIPOC, older, and working-class artists to apply.

At NorthStar, we understand that the path to exhibiting your work can be challenging, especially if you're an emerging artist who has never had a solo show. That’s why the Spotlight Exhibition Series is more than just an exhibition—we provide comprehensive support, from production and installation to promotion and curation. Selected artists will receive a $2,000 stipend and have the opportunity to develop their skills in a hands-on, nurturing environment. This series is designed to help artists navigate the often confusing process of exhibiting, filling a critical gap by offering not just financial resources, but also the mentorship and guidance needed to bring their vision to life.

By participating in the Spotlight Exhibition Series, artists will also gain exposure to our supportive and engaged audience, while NorthStar continues to strengthen its role as a home for marginalized voices and innovative creative expression.

  Info/Q&A Session: November 14

Ten Moir Gallery invites artists and photographers worldwide to explore the interplay of light and shadow. Open to all creators 18+ working in 2D & 3D mediums, including painting, photography, digital art, sculpture, crafts, and mixed media. The Best in Show will win a cash prize, solo exhibition, and have their artwork featured as the contest poster. All winners receive a digital award certificate.

Fees or awards
$12 per image