Black & White Art Exhibition Competition 2026

Exhibition Overview

CEV Art Gallery is now accepting submissions for the upcoming juried exhibition, Black & White, a contemporary showcase celebrating the power, contrast, emotion, and storytelling of monochromatic art. This exhibition invites artists to explore the depth and creative possibilities of black, white, and grayscale imagery across a variety of mediums and styles.

Selected works will be featured in an online exhibition presented by CEV Art Gallery. Awards will be presented to outstanding artists whose work demonstrates originality, technical skill, and artistic impact.

This exhibition focuses exclusively on black-and-white or grayscale artwork. Artists are encouraged to interpret the theme creatively through abstraction, realism, portraiture, conceptual work, photography, mixed media, illustration, or other visual art forms. Flat Entry Fee: $27 USD
Includes submission of up to 5 artworks plus platform and payment processing fees. Minimal of 3 artworks required.

Important Dates
Submission Deadline: July 31, 2026
Artist Notifications Sent: August 25, 2026
Exhibition Launch Date: August 25, 2026

Eligibility
Open to all worldwide.
All visual art mediums accepted.
Artwork must be original work created by the submitting artist.
Artwork must align with the black-and-white or grayscale theme.
AI-generated artwork is not permitted unless significantly integrated into an original mixed-media process and fully disclosed.

Special Opportunity and Awards
***For All Selected Finalists:
Official recognition as a finalist in an elite digital exhibition
Powerful exposure through our targeted email blast sent to our thriving art community of artists and collectors
Strategic social media campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, spotlighting your artistry
Inclusion in an immersive 2D/3D virtual gallery exhibition accessible worldwide
An elegant Digital Award Certificate marking your achievement, perfect for portfolio, websites and social proof
Featured placement in our exclusive Curated Digital Catalog, showcasing your work among top-tier artists
***For 1st & 2nd Place Winners:
All finalist benefits, plus elevated prestige and visibility
A Solo 3D Exhibition hosting up to 20 of your best artworks, presented on a cutting-edge digital platform
An in-depth online feature article including an exclusive interview and artist biography
A personal, beautifully designed digital magazine-style catalog showcasing your collection, interview, and story, a lasting testament to your impact and available for you to print
Prime placement on the main home screen of the CEV Art Gallery website, ensuring maximum exposure to collectors, curators, and art lovers globally

Submission Guidelines
Artists may submit up to 5 artworks. Minimal of 3 artworks required.
Submit high-quality PNG or JPEG images only.
Image files should be clear, professionally cropped, and accurately represent the artwork.
Include title, medium, year, and dimensions for each piece.

Selection Process:
Submissions will be reviewed by our juror panel.
Selected artists will be notified via email. Please check your spam!

Artist Rights
Artists retain full copyright to their artwork. By submitting, artists grant CEV Art Gallery permission to use submitted images for exhibition promotion, marketing, website display, and social media purposes with artist credit. All application fees are non refundable.


About CEV Art Gallery
CEV Art Gallery is dedicated to supporting emerging and established artists through curated exhibitions, creative opportunities, and community-centered artistic experiences that inspire innovation and cultural connection.

Contact Information
CEV Art Gallery Email: [email protected] Website: www.cevartgallery.com Instagram/Facebook: @cevartgallery