[Verified Listing] Decagon Gallery announces a call for artists for Something Like Joy, an online photography juried competition. Submit photography that finds delight, warmth, wonder, or beauty in the world as it actually is. Big celebrations and quiet moments are equally welcome. So is the complicated happiness that comes after hardship — the laugh through tears, the small victory, the unexpected gift.
We’re talking about the joy that surprises you — that shows up in an ordinary afternoon, in a stranger’s face, in light falling just right on something nobody else noticed.
If your photography looks for the good — in people, in places, in everyday life — this call is definitely for you. $1,000 in total cash awards.
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Enter by: 15 September 2026
Juror: Aline Smithson
Awards
Cash awards, plus a solo exhibition feature for First Place.
- First Place: $500 + Solo Exhibition on the Decagon Gallery website
- Second Place: $250
- Third Place: $150
- Two Honorable Mentions: $50 each
- Human Presence Nomination: Free entry to a future Decagon open call
All selected photographs will be included in the curated exhibition, a dedicated exhibition page, Instagram feature, and inclusion in the printed catalog.
Announcements will be made on Decagon’s newsletter to the gallery email list and on Instagram.
Testimonials
I am so grateful for your enthusiastic approach to photographers and their work. It feels like there is a real person on the other end of the email/s – T.O.
I thank all the Decagon Gallery team for their work and I salute my fellow photographers, whose diverse and creative approaches to our common language have been very enriching and fulfilling. – A.D.
Thank you Decagon for including me in your wonderful exhibitions. It is an honor to have shown with you numerous times. I look forward to continuing to share my work with the gallery in the future. The thoughtful themes, well crafted shows and beautifully printed books of each exhibit all enhance the experience of submitting to Decagon! Thank you! – J.A.
About Decagon Gallery
Decagon Gallery celebrates contemporary photography in all its dimensions. Just like the ten angles of a decagon, each exhibition reveals a distinct perspective—diverse, dynamic, and thoughtfully curated to expand the way we see the world through images.
As a photography platform based in Brooklyn, New York, Decagon promotes contemporary photography exhibitions and offers curated platforms for photographers to showcase their work. Decagon Gallery was founded by John Manno (Brooklyn), who serves as Director, working alongside Teona Machavariani (Tbilisi), Curator of Artistic Programs.
Decagon’s mission is to support photographers who are expanding visual language and redefining the possibilities of the medium today. By showcasing a wide range of artists, the gallery creates space for deeper engagement with the ongoing conversation surrounding contemporary photographic practice.
For more information, contact info@decagongallery.com
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[VERIFIED Listing] Arrival Gallery announces a call for artists to participate in the Osaka Showcase, an art exhibition in Osaka, Japan. Taking place from 16–19 October 2026, this presentation brings together a considered group of international artists in a focused, in-person exhibition.
This is not a large-scale or overcrowded show. The intention is simple — fewer artists, thoughtful curation, and work given the space it deserves.
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Enter by: 1 October 2026
Arrival Gallery focuses on clarity, selection, and real visibility. Emergina and established artists form all countries may apply. Visual disciplines include painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and digital art.
Osaka Showcase: Artist Benefits
- Inclusion in a curated group exhibition in Osaka
- Professional presentation of their work in a physical space (2 Chome-10-16 Higashitenma, Kita Ward, Osaka 530-0044, Japan)
- Exposure to a local and international audience
- Ongoing visibility through Arrival Gallery’s platform
Selected artists benefit from a refined, professional showcase in Osaka that avoids the clutter of traditional art fairs, ensuring their work receives dedicated space and thoughtful curation. This opportunity provides crucial entry into the Japanese market while offering high-impact exposure to a diverse international audience of collectors and peers. Beyond the physical exhibition, participants gain lasting career validation and sustained digital visibility through Arrival Gallery’s global platform. By participating in this focused presentation, both emerging and established creators can enhance their professional CVs and build meaningful connections within a prestigious, high-standard environment that prioritizes artistic clarity and real visibility.
About Arrival Gallery
Arrival Gallery is an intriguing organization because it disrupts the traditional “gatekeeper” model, offering a transparent pathway to international exhibitions in major global hubs. By focusing on “micro-curation,” they prioritize artistic clarity and spatial integrity, ensuring work isn’t lost in the chaos of traditional, overcrowded art fairs. Their hybrid approach—often utilizing high-end digital displays—removes the logistical and financial burdens of shipping physical work overseas. This empowers independent creators to build prestigious international CVs and reach new markets. Essentially, they act as a professional facilitator, providing the visibility and professional polish typically reserved for blue-chip gallery artists.
For more information, contact hello@arrivalgallery.com
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[Sponsored Listing] LibertyTown Arts Workshop announces a call for artists for Fiber V, a national juried art exhibition.
This October, LibertyTown Arts Workshop proudly presents Fiber V, the fifth installment of their fiber exhibition celebrating the expansive and evolving world of fiber art. This show highlights the full breadth of contemporary fiber practices; including, but not limited to weaving, dyeing, felting, sculpture, sewing, quilting, knitting, and crochet. Fiber materials may include cotton, wood, wool, paper, metal, and synthetic materials. All works must consist primarily of fiber and be of original design; kits and commercial patterns are not permitted.
The method of display must be clear and achievable by LibertyTown staff. Any specialty hardware, hangers, or display forms must be provided by the artist. Artists are required to list all fiber media used in each piece.
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Enter by: 14 September 2026
All artists age 16 and older, working in any media, may apply to this show. Artwork previously exhibited in LibertyTown’s gallery is not eligible. Artwork must be original, not from kits, and made in the least five years.
Artwork accepted into the show must be for sale. Applications must be submitted electronically; no physical pieces will be accepted at the gallery for jurying. Artwork that will be displayed must be ready to show, with no unfired media, no wet paint, no sawtooth hangers, staple-free edges or other unfinished surfaces. All wall-mounted artwork must be equipped with a secure hanging wire. LibertyTown will provide pedestals and shelving as needed. LibertyTown reserves the right to reject works accepted by the juror due to content, space constraints, or inability to properly install the work.
A non-refundable application fee must be paid for each submitted piece before it will be juried. Payment may be submitted electronically via submittable or by check delivered to LibertyTown. “Friends of LibertyTown” Members receive discounted jury fees. If you aren’t already, you can become a member at http://libertytownarts.com/product/friends-of-libertytown/.
Application Fees
- 1st piece (Non-member): $25
- 1st piece (Member): $15
- Each additional piece: $ 5
Fiber V: Calendar
- 9/14: Submissions due by 10PM Eastern Time
- 9/16: Notifications sent via Submittable Only
- 9/28: Accepted work due at LibertyTown by 8PM
- 10/2: Opening reception
- 11/01: Show closes, unsold work may be picked up/will be shipped back
You will be notified via Submittable if your artwork is accepted. Please make sure your email address is correct when you sign up and that you check the site on or around the notification date. Accepted work must arrive at LibertyTown by the stated due date. Artists are responsible for any costs related to transporting accepted work to the gallery and transporting unsold work away at the end of the show. Pre-paid return shipping labels should be included with any work that may require return shipping. LibertyTown’s address is: 916 Liberty Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401.
Artists applying to this show grant LibertyTown Arts Workshop unlimited non-exclusive right to use images of accepted work to promote the exhibit and the gallery.
Fiber V: Art Exhibition – Artist Benefits
Artists will benefit from this opportunity at LibertyTown Arts Workshop in several meaningful ways. The Main Gallery, located in a 13,000-square-foot facility in downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia, offers monthly rotating exhibitions, providing artists with frequent opportunities to showcase new work to a fresh and engaged audience. With a walkable downtown location and a steady stream of both local and visiting patrons, artists gain high visibility in a vibrant arts community.
In addition to in-person exposure, all show pieces are featured for viewing and sale on our website and highlighted on our active Facebook and Instagram pages, extending artists’ reach beyond the gallery walls to a broader online audience. Participation in our city’s popular “First Friday” art receptions—well-attended monthly events—adds another layer of public engagement, offering artists the chance to connect directly with art lovers and potential buyers.
This combination of in-person and online promotion, community engagement, and regular exhibition opportunities makes LibertyTown a valuable platform for artists looking to grow their audience and sales.
Awards
- 1st Place: $400
- 2nd Place: $200
- 3rd Place: $100
LibertyTown keeps a commission of 40% on all show sales.
About LibertyTown Arts Workshop
LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a unique and dynamic creative hub that brings together over 80 artists under one roof in a 13,000-square-foot facility located in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, Virginia. What makes LibertyTown especially interesting is the immersive experience they offer—visitors can explore monthly rotating exhibitions in a main gallery, watch artists at work in their open studios, and even take part in hands-on art classes across a wide range of mediums.
LibertyTown is open seven days a week, including evenings, making art accessible to everyone in the community and beyond. Positioned halfway between Washington, D.C. and Richmond, Fredericksburg attracts a steady stream of tourists and art lovers. The location, combined with the richness of the city’s history and culture, creates a vibrant atmosphere that makes LibertyTown a standout destination for both artists and visitors alike.
For more information, contact info@libertytownarts.com