Competition Guidelines
Everything you need to enter the 41st Chelsea International Fine Art Competition. Questions not answered here? Visit the FAQ page.
Official Dates
Early bird opens
15
Sep 2026
Competition opens
6
Oct 2026
Deadline
4
May 2027
Results
8
Jun 2027
Eligibility
All visual artists worldwide, age 18 and older, are eligible to enter. View the complete competition terms for full details.
Accepted Media
✓ Accepted
- Painting
- Drawing
- Sculpture
- Photography
- Digital media
- Printing
- Mixed media
✕ Not Accepted
- Video art / film
- Performance art
- Jewelry
- Crafts
- AI-generated art (AI-ART)
All submitted work must be available for sale. Artists are encouraged to submit images of several pieces or multiple views of the same piece. Two-dimensional work may not exceed 75 × 85 inches (192 × 218 cm); three-dimensional work may not exceed 72 × 72 × 24 inches (184 × 184 × 61 cm).
Submission Material
- Image files of your work in JPG format
- Title, dimensions, and medium of each piece
Entry Fee
| Category | Images Included | Standard Fee | Additional Images |
|---|---|---|---|
| All entrants | 5 | $55 | $5 each |
Promotional pricing may apply at checkout. Check the competition home page for current promotions.
Payment Methods
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Terms & Contact
Selected artists for the collective exhibition are responsible for shipping arrangements and costs to and from the gallery, and for insuring each piece while in transit. Read the complete terms and conditions →