Brush with Nature

About the Open Call

Welcome to “Brush with Nature,” art competition, celebrating the impact of the natural world across all art forms. Artists and photographers are invited to submit works that reflect, interpret, or are inspired by nature, whether through realistic landscapes, abstract expressions, or conceptual ideas. This theme encourages creative interpretations that showcase the depth, diversity, and beauty of the environment. Awards & Prizes: Win $500 worth of prizes and Cash Award Promotion on social media channels Newsletter to Galleries & Art Lovers. Certificate of Achievement FIRST PRIZE – $100 Cash | Exhibition | Social Media Promotion | Newsletter feature to Collectors, Galleries & Art Lovers and Certificate. SECOND PRIZE – $75 Cash | Exhibition | Social Media Promotion and Certificate. THIRD PRIZE – $50 Cash | Exhibition | Social Media Promotion and Certificate. HONORABLE MENTIONS Social Media Promotion | Exhibition and Certificate FINALIST :- Exhibition and Certificate All winners will be featured in the Blue Koi Online Art Exhibition alongside some of the world’s best contemporary artists. Competition Timeline: Entry Deadline | August 31, 2025 Winners Notified | September 9-12, 2025 Exhibition Starts | September 15, 2025 Image Requirements: File Size: Max 2 MB | Format: jpg, jpeg, png. Ensure professional presentation: including proper cropping, no mockups, frames or watermarks. File Name Format: Artist Name – Title of Art.jpg High-resolution images (Maximum 2000px on the longest side) JPEG or PNG format only No watermarks, frames or signatures Professional lighting and neutral background preferred Label file names clearly (Artist name – Artwork Title.jpg) Our Jury Process: At Blue Koi Gallery, every submission is reviewed anonymously by an independent panel of art professionals from around the world. Each competition brings a fresh set of jurors, ensuring a fair and diverse selection process. Final selections are thoughtfully made from the jury-approved pool, focusing on creativity, skill, and originality. We are committed to providing artists with a transparent and respectful experience.

What is Offered

Prizes worth $500, Cash Awards ($100, $75, $50), Exhibition feature, Social Media Promotion, Newsletter feature to Collectors, Galleries & Art Lovers, Certificate of Achievement.

Requirements

Open to all artists, worldwide. Participants must be 18 years or older. Submissions in all mediums and skill levels are encouraged to apply. We accept all visual media, including painting, mixed media, photography, digital art, and sculpture. All submissions must be original works created by the artist entering the competition.

How to Apply

Ready To Apply? Submit via the 'Apply Now' button which links to a submission form. Application fees are $20 for 4 images or $35 for 6 images. Ensure images meet requirements: Max 2MB, jpg/jpeg/png format, no mockups/frames/watermarks, professional presentation. File names should be formatted as 'Artist Name – Title of Art.jpg'.