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title: "Global Art Competition 2027 | Exhibit Your Work in an International Show"
organization: "Embracing Our Differences"
category: exhibition
deadline: 2026-07-01
valid_through: 2026-07-01
countries: ["US"]
location: "Sarasota and St. Petersburg, Florida, United States"
entry_fee: "Free"
award: "A major cash prize of $6,000, divided into three categories: Best Adult Presentation, Best Student Presentation, Audience Choice. Each category awards an individual prize of $2,000."
eligibility: "Participation is open to all age groups and artistic categories from any nationality. Submissions must be original and inspiring, focusing on the theme of diversity and inclusion. AI-generated works are not allowed. The theme “Embrace Differences” must be expressed in a distinctive and prominent way in the artwork. Artworks must follow a horizontal format according to the specified dimensions."
source_url: "https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/2027-embracing-our-differences-art-competition-exhibit"
canonical: "https://opencallradar.com/open-calls/global-art-competition-2027-exhibit-your-work-in-an-international-show-e-072d498c"
status: closed
last_updated: 2026-04-27T05:58:15.065081
---
# Global Art Competition 2027 | Exhibit Your Work in an International Show

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**Organization**: Embracing Our Differences
**Category**: exhibition
**Deadline**: 2026-07-01
**Location**: Sarasota and St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
**Country code(s)**: US
**Entry fee**: Free
**Award**: A major cash prize of $6,000, divided into three categories: Best Adult Presentation, Best Student Presentation, Audience Choice. Each category awards an individual prize of $2,000.
**Eligibility**: Participation is open to all age groups and artistic categories from any nationality. Submissions must be original and inspiring, focusing on the theme of diversity and inclusion. AI-generated works are not allowed. The theme “Embrace Differences” must be expressed in a distinctive and prominent way in the artwork. Artworks must follow a horizontal format according to the specified dimensions.

## Description

Embracing Our Differences is calling upon artists worldwide to submit entries for its prestigious annual art exhibit for the year 2027. This outdoor juried exhibit, set in Sarasota and St. Petersburg, Florida, will showcase 50 billboard-sized images and original quotations, inviting artists, photographers, professionals, and students to creatively interpret the theme of 'Embracing Our Differences.' The competition is open globally with no entry fee. A major cash prize of $6,000 is awarded, divided into three categories: Best Adult Presentation, Best Student Presentation, and Audience Choice, with each receiving $2,000. Submissions must be original, focus on diversity and inclusion, and follow a horizontal format; AI-generated works are not allowed. An expert jury will evaluate submissions, emphasizing originality and alignment with the theme.

## Apply / Verify

- Official source: https://www.for9a.com/en/opportunity/2027-embracing-our-differences-art-competition-exhibit
- OpenCall Radar listing: https://opencallradar.com/open-calls/global-art-competition-2027-exhibit-your-work-in-an-international-show-e-072d498c