Black & White Art Competition by Artist Space Gallery is calling for images that live and breathe in grayscale. This March 2026 edition keeps the brief simple and strict: only black, white, or shades of gray are accepted. For photographers who enjoy stripping a scene down to shape, light, and texture, the contest is built around a single decision: can the image stand on its own without color.
Run as an online competition by Artist Space Gallery, the open call welcomes visual art in multiple mediums, with awards selected in three stated categories: painting, photography, and sculpture. Selected artists receive a digital award certificate, and the gallery publishes an article about each selected artist alongside the Best of Show and three winners. Best of Show also appears on the exhibition poster, and the gallery notes that each group exhibition is archived on its website. For photographers browsing online photography contests, this is a clear, theme-first opportunity with defined deliverables.
Submissions are paid, with an entry fee of $20 for two pieces and the option to submit more than two images with no stated cap. The application deadline is February 25, 2026. It may appeal to photographers looking for black and white photography contests where selection, editorial-style visibility, and a documented exhibition archive are part of the outcome.
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Prizes
The Black & White Art Competition by Artist Space Gallery’s prizes focus on recognition, editorial visibility on the gallery’s platform, and inclusion in its March 2026 group exhibition presence.
- Best of Show: Featured on the poster of the exhibition, and included in the set of showcased winners presented alongside the selected artists.
- Three Winners: Presented alongside the Best of Show and the selected artists, with visibility on the gallery’s contest and exhibition coverage.
- All Selected Artists: Receive a digital award certificate. The gallery also states it will publish an article about each selected artist, displayed alongside the Best of Show and three winners.
- Exhibition Archive: The gallery notes that each group art exhibition is archived on its website within its gallery archives section, extending the contest’s visibility beyond the submission period.
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Categories or Themes
This call uses a strict Black & White theme, meaning entries must incorporate only black, white, or shades of gray. Within that single theme, the jury selects award winners across three stated art categories: painting, photography, and sculpture.
Dates and Entry Fees
Below are the key planning details, based on what the organizer publishes on the official call page.
| Application deadline | February 25, 2026 |
| Exhibition date | March 2026 |
Entry fee:
- $20 for two pieces of artwork.
The organizer states you may submit more than two images, with no limit on the number of images an artist may submit.
How to Enter
Applicants are asked to upload an image of their artwork (up to 2.0 MB), include a short biography and an artist statement with the artwork, fill out the required information, and submit. After submitting, entrants are redirected to PayPal for payment. Once payment is complete, the organizer states a confirmation email will be sent.
About the Jury
The jury will evaluate creativity, originality, and artistic quality. Additional factors include overall design, demonstration of artistic ability, and effective use of the chosen medium. The jury aims to select works that demonstrate strong personality and technical skill.
Why Enter Black & White Art Competition by Artist Space Gallery?
Black & White Art Competition by Artist Space Gallery is a straightforward option for photographers who want a theme that is easy to understand but hard to execute well: remove color, and the image has to rely on composition, contrast, and intent. The contest also clearly describes what selection includes: a digital award certificate for all selected artists, plus an article published about each selected artist and display placement alongside the Best of Show and three winners.
It can also help photographers contextualize their submissions against other opportunities. Deartline tracks many calls and deadlines, making it easier to compare this contest with best photography awards and other theme-driven selections without losing time to scattered listings. For artists who already have a cohesive monochrome series, the entry structure is simple, and the selection benefits are clearly stated.
Rules and Copyright
This section about the rules and image rights of the Black & White Art Competition by Artist Space Gallery has been generated automatically. If you are interested in participating in this contest we suggest you review the complete rules provided by the contest.
Rules
The organizer specifies a strict Black & White theme, allowing only works incorporating black, white, or shades of gray. The jury evaluates submissions based on creativity, originality and quality, overall design, demonstration of artistic ability, and usage of medium. The organizer also states the jury will not consider works with pornographic or satanic content. The jury claims the right to make the final decision on the number of works represented at the exhibition based on its evaluation.
Copyright and Image Usage
The organizer states that artists retain all copyrights upon submission. Images may be used for marketing, promotion, and display purposes within the context of shows organized by Artist Space Gallery. The organizer also notes it is permitted to archive selected artworks as part of the gallery archive section, and states it is prohibited to resell, exchange, or copy images from the site.
For more information and to participate in the contest, visit: the official website.
