Call for Submissions: Art Comp 2026 at 100 Kellogg Lane

ART COMP 2026: A Global Stage for Bold Creativity

Submission Deadline: February 1, 2026

ART COMP is back for its fifth year, and the 2026 competition promises to be its most inspiring edition yet. What began as a platform to spotlight creative talent has grown into a global movement that champions artistic expression, sparks meaningful conversation, and challenges both artists and audiences to expand their understanding of contemporary art. With participants from around the world, a remarkable $200,000 CAD prize pool, and after its fifth year over ART COMP will have given $1 million dollars in prizes. ART COMP 2026 stands as one of the most dynamic and influential art competitions in the international creative community. Whether you are a seasoned professional, an emerging artist finding your voice, or a creator exploring new horizons, ART COMP invites you to share your work, connect with global audiences, and contribute to an ongoing dialogue about what art means today.

Submit Your Work and Join the Global Conversation

The submission process is simple and accessible. Artists can create an account or log in to an existing profile to enter the competition (there is a fee associated with submitting) through the portal of ART COMP Award Force. Before submitting, participants are encouraged to read the rules and regulations carefully to ensure their work meets the guidelines and submission is completed before the deadline of February 1, 2026. Submitting your work is more than entering a competition. It is joining a creative exchange that spans cultures, mediums, and perspectives. Every piece submitted to ART COMP becomes part of a larger conversation that explores the power of visual expression to reflect our world, challenge norms, and inspire communities.

Create • Connect • Challenge

These three words embody the foundation of ART COMP, guiding the experience for artists and audiences alike.

Create
ART COMP is, above all, a celebration of creativity. Artists are encouraged to take risks, push boundaries, and produce work that reflects their unique voice and vision. The competition welcomes a wide range of artistic disciplines, allowing creators from every background to share pieces that are bold, thoughtful, experimental, or deeply personal. Creativity flourishes here without limitation.

Connect
One of ART COMP’s greatest strengths is its ability to bring people together. Through public voting, online engagement, and the diverse range of submissions, participants become part of a vibrant global community. The competition creates opportunities for artists to reach new audiences both locally and internationally while offering viewers a chance to discover emerging voices and respond to work that resonates with them. These connections help foster dialogue, build networks, and highlight the shared human experience expressed through art.

Challenge
ART COMP challenges artists to elevate their craft and viewers to expand their perspectives. The competition aims not only to reward technical excellence but also to inspire conversation and critical thought. ART COMP encourages both creators and audiences to engage deeply with the work, explore new ideas, and consider the impact art can have on culture, community, and personal expression. In this way, ART COMP evolves from a competition into a larger cultural moment that celebrates innovation and transformation.

Celebrating Creativity With $200,000 in Prizes

One of the defining features of ART COMP 2026 is its significant commitment to supporting artists financially. A total of $200,000 CAD in prizes has been allocated for the competition, making it one of the most substantial offerings in the art sector.

Panel’s Choice Award – $100,000 CAD
The Panel’s Choice Award is determined by a distinguished group of art professionals who bring expertise, perspective, and a deep understanding of contemporary creative practice. Their selection will recognize work that demonstrates artistic depth, originality, and the ability to provoke thought or emotional connection. This prestigious prize highlights ART COMP’s dedication to recognizing exceptional talent.

People’s Choice Awards – $100,000 CAD Total
The People’s Choice Awards place the power of selection directly in the hands of the public. This interactive component allows viewers to participate by voting for the artworks that inspire them most.

Prizes include:
1st Prize – $50,000 CAD
2nd Prize – $30,000 CAD
3rd Prize – $20,000 CAD

This dual prize structure, which combines expert adjudication with public engagement, reinforces ART COMP’s mission to celebrate artistic excellence while ensuring the community remains at the heart of the experience.

A Competition That Has Become a Cultural Catalyst

More than an annual event, ART COMP has become a creative movement. It champions diverse perspectives, highlights innovative practices, and encourages artists to share work that challenges, inspires, and connects. Each year, the competition helps elevate emerging voices, amplify underrepresented narratives, and ignite conversations that reach far beyond the art world.

In 2026, ART COMP continues this mission with renewed energy. The competition creates space for meaningful artistic exploration, inviting participants to contribute to a global tapestry of creativity and cultural exchange. Every submission adds to the collective story of what art can accomplish when people come together to celebrate imagination and expression.

Be Part of ART COMP 2026

Now is the time to step forward. Whether you are submitting your first piece or returning for another year, ART COMP 2026 offers an opportunity to share your vision with the world, engage with fellow creatives, and take part in a transformative artistic experience.Create fearlessly. Connect thoughtfully. Challenge yourself and the global community. ART COMP 2026 is shaping the future of artistic dialogue. Submit your work, join the movement, and help define what comes next. Check out our website to learn more about ART COMP.

Submission Deadline: February 1, 2026

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