Call Description

Express your artistic sense of beauty and uncover the true beauty

What is beauty? 

A pretty face, a cute animal, a tranquil view, or a geometric object or shape.

Look again. What do you see?

True Beauty isn’t loud. It whispers. It lingers in silence, hides in shadows, dances in the light, and unfolds in the fleeting moments that often pass unnoticed. For centuries, artists have sought to capture it—sometimes in the gentle curve of a petal, other times in the story behind a scar, a tear, or a dream.

In our 5th annual juried international group exhibition, True Beauty 2026, we invite you to share your vision of beauty—not the kind dictated by trends or perfection, but the kind that moves you, transforms you, and makes you pause.

Capture the essence of beauty in all its forms, from the natural world to the human spirit, and even the objects that surround us.

They say "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder", that which one person finds beautiful or admirable may not appeal to another.

Is True Beauty skin deep or it goes deep to the bones? 

We believe that True Beauty is not limited to a beautiful human face or body. A dance of colors, an admirable landscape, some cute pets, nature or wildlife in its utmost pureness, and all mysteries and phenomena of the universe, may be seen as True Beauty in the eye of the beholder artist.

In addition to shapes, lightings, layouts, balance and order, we believe that the original beauty, truth and goodness can be discovered in moments, meanings, stories, memories, feelings, and even illusions, in various ancient and modern human cultures.

True Beauty is an ever-evolving, universal concept that transcends boundaries, cultures, and backgrounds. This competition invites you to explore and express the multifaceted dimensions of True Beauty through your unique artistic lens.

What is your own visual idea of true beauty and its elements?

True beauty in visual art is not confined to a specific category or subject. It can be found in landscapes, portraiture, abstract art, and even modern digital creations. What unites these diverse works is the ability to evoke a sense of deep appreciation, wonder, or emotional resonance, transcending mere aesthetics to touch the core of our humanity.

Themes to Explore:

We believe that beauty can be found in everything—from symmetry and harmony to chaos, emotion, mystery, and memory. Here’s a list of topics and themes to inspire your submissions:

Natural Wonders: Celebrate the raw, untouched beauty of nature. From galaxies to gardens, sunrises to snowfall—let the Earth be your muse. 

Human Stories: Portraits, emotions, life’s moments—show us the resilience, tenderness, courage, and vulnerability that make us beautiful.

Light, Shadow, and Contrast: Explore the interplay between opposites—day and night, joy and sorrow, clarity and obscurity—to uncover hidden beauty.

Cultural and Spiritual Symbols: From ancient traditions to modern rituals, express beauty through symbols, icons, and storytelling from around the world.

Memories and Dreams: Capture the beauty of nostalgia, imagination, and the surreal. What lingers in your mind’s eye when the world goes quiet?

Imperfection and Unfinished Moments: Celebrate the raw and the real—cracks, scars, aging hands, or forgotten corners where truth and beauty coexist.

Solitude and Peace: Minimalism, silence, stillness—paint the beauty found in calm, reflection, and mindfulness.

Illusions and Phenomena: Optical tricks, celestial events, strange geometries—beauty that makes us question what we know and believe.

The Everyday Extraordinary: Find beauty in the unnoticed—coffee cups, shoes, wires, reflections in puddles. It's all there, waiting for your touch.

Abstract Visions: Dive beyond form and structure. Use movement, color, and emotion to express what beauty feels like, not just what it looks like.

Why True Beauty?

Because art isn't just about what we see—it's about what we feel.

Beyond the prestige of exhibition, promotion, and potential sales, True Beauty 2026 offers something rare:
A chance to connect deeply with viewers around the world, to celebrate what makes us human, and to reflect on the most important and most personal question:

What is beautiful to you?

True Beauty is your truth. And that truth deserves to be shared.

Why Artists Choose True Beauty?

Because beauty matters. Because your voice matters.

Whether you’re an emerging artist or an established one, True Beauty 2026 is a global platform to:

Be Seen: Last year’s exhibition drew over 12 million worldwide viewers.

Be Collected: All selected artworks are published on Artsy.net, a leading global art marketplace.

Be Remembered: Your art will be featured in the beautifully designed True Beauty 2026 Exhibition Catalog, offering lasting visibility.

For the True Beauty 5th annual juried international smart group exhibition, we encourage you to express your unique visual sense of beauty for joining another top-rated art exhibition by Exhibizone that attracted more than 10 million visitors worldwide.

View the last year's exhibition at https://www.exhibizone.com/truebeauty2025 

Both representational and abstract artworks in any art medium are welcome.

It is free to submit, and a fixed small fee applies to selected artists only.

Previous exhibitions by Exhibizone can be viewed at:

https://www.exhibizone.com/exhibitions

A Triple Opportunity: Exhibition, Promotion, and Sales

All selected artworks will:
✅ Be exhibited in the True Beauty 2026 Online International Group Exhibition powered by Exhibizone, attracting a global audience of collectors and art lovers.
✅ Receive global promotion across email campaigns, social media, and art media channels, expanding your reach to a wide international audience.
✅ Be featured on Artsy.net, the world’s leading online art marketplace, opening doors to potential collectors and curators worldwide.
✅ Be included in the True Beauty 2026 Exhibition Catalog, beautifully designed and widely distributed to provide lasting visibility for your art.

Submission Details

🖼️ All 2D & 3D mediums (abstract and representational) are welcome.
💰 Submission is free, with a small selection fee applying only to selected artists.
🌍 Global exposure, unlimited potential.

AWARDS

■ Group Exhibition
Selected artworks will be exhibited in an online smart group exhibition globally for two months from August 6, to October 6, 2026.

■ Artwork Sales
Selected artworks will be promoted for sale via the online exhibition link. Both artworks available for sale and those that are not for sale are welcome, allowing artists to participate regardless of their intent to sell.

■ Artsy Shop
Your selected artwork will be exhibited and featured on ARTSY, the largest global community of art collectors, enhancing your exposure and increasing potential sales opportunities with a wider international audience.

■ Exhibition Catalogue
All selected artworks and artists will be published in a stylish, colorful exhibition catalogue available online and via print-on-demand. Artists can order a printed catalogue via a print-on-demand service from one of our partner platforms. The catalogue will be promoted and circulated internationally, reaching millions of viewers, including art experts, galleries, curators, businesses, and enthusiasts, through popular publication gateways.

■ Honorable Mention Award
Up to 10 artists will be selected to receive an Honorable Mention personalized digital award certificate as a testament to their artistic achievement. This recognition will be awarded to those whose exceptional creativity, technique, and artistic vision stood out among the submissions, showcasing remarkable talent and contributing to the overall excellence of the exhibition. Artists selected for this award will be featured on social media channels.

■ Life-long Links
Exhibition links and artist pages within the exhibition will remain active for life, boosting the selected artists' online visibility and SEO. The Buy button will be removed after the exhibition ends, but the page will continue to promote the artist's profile and achievements.

■ Exhibition Poster
A link to a downloadable version of the exhibition poster in various styles will be sent to each artist via email, creating a lasting memento of the exhibition.

■ Promotional Badges
A ready-to-use link to download and share the promotional badge for each jury-selected artwork will be sent to each artist, encouraging them to share their participation on social media and enhancing their visibility.

■ Artwork Reviews
All exhibition visitors can submit reviews and ratings of the exhibition and each artwork online. Visitors' comments and ratings will provide valuable insights into the audience's feelings and understanding of the artwork, and artists will be notified by email of the comments they receive.

■ Exhibition Promotion
A comprehensive promotion program will be executed to boost the selected artists' exposure and increase artwork sales during the exhibition period. The program includes a press release, catalogue circulation, social media presentations, and more to ensure widespread visibility.

■ Reports, Analytics and Insights
Artists will receive insightful reports containing information about the number of visits, reviews, artwork popularity, engagement rates, and sales statistics. These reports will be sent to each artist regularly during the exhibition to help them track their success and engagement.

■ Publication Opportunities
Some selected artworks may be featured in various magazines, books, and publications within the Biafarin art network for promotional purposes, further expanding the artist's reach and recognition.

■ Artist Profile Page
Each artist will receive a free online profile page on the Biafarin platform, offering a professional space to showcase their portfolio, bio, and other achievements.

■ Certificate of Participation
A digital certificate of participation will be issued and sent to all selected artists, recognizing their contribution to this exhibition.

FEES

The submission is FREE.

If selected, there is a USD 35 selection fee.

Submit up to 19 artworks; a maximum of two artworks will be accepted from each artist.

Jury Process

We use two phases for jurying. The first phase of jurying is the Yes/No selection, and the 2nd part is the scoring model. For scoring, each jury member scores artworks from 1 to 10. Artworks with the highest scores in the "Yes" group will be selected.

Why Selection Fee?

Submission to this art opportunity is free of charge, and we only ask the selected artists to pay a small fixed fee to proceed. 

This decision was made in good faith because we wanted artists to only pay when selected. We have a thorough jury process as our art opportunities are popular and have a low acceptance rate.

Money-back Guarantee

A money-back guarantee is available for all selection fee payments until the exhibition's official opening day.

Application Requirements

ARTIST DATA

Artist Headshot Photo (optional)
Artist Full Name
City and Country of Residence
Phone
Email
Social Media Links (optional)
Website (optional)

Biography 

Artist Statement (optional)

ARTWORK DATA

Title

Category

Technique

Surface

Creation Year

Size (WidthXHeightXDepth) in cm or inches

Artwork/Series Description (Optional)

Price in USD

Eligibility Criteria

ARTIST ELIGIBILITY

This opportunity is open to all visual artists worldwide.

ARTWORK ELIGIBILITY

Art Categories

The submission is open to all visual artists creating original artworks in 2 and 3-dimensional media.

Visual Arts Categories: Painting, drawing, landscapes, printmaking, illustration, photography, digital arts, sculpture, assemblage, metalsmithing, ceramic art, installation, crafts, jewelry, glass art, paper art, wood art, book art, land art, fiber art, textile art, collage, abstract, graphic arts, design, and mixed media are accepted.

Style
All styles are accepted.

Any abstract or representational interpretations of the subject are welcome.

Size
There is no size limit for submitted artworks.

Duration
There is no limit for artwork creation year.
Artworks created within the last 5 years are preferred.

Originality and Rights
Artworks must be entirely the work of the entrant, executed without the supervision of an instructor.

Entries must not be copies or derivatives based in any way on other copyrighted or published paintings, photographs or other artistic work. Any infraction of this rule will result in serious consequences.
Artist should have all the rights for presenting and publishing the artworks internationally.

Artwork Photo

Only the artwork should show in the photo (no frames or extraneous backgrounds).

Invited artists might be asked for high resolution artwork photos, if needed.

Availability

Artists can submit artworks that are not for sales.

Number of Artworks

Artists can submit up to 10 pieces of original artworks in relation to the subject.

The artworks are subject to selection and maximum 2 artworks might be selected from the chosen artists.

Other

Artworks that, in reasonable view of the organizer, include porn, violence, and/or racial, and religious hatred, inappropriate and/or offensive content, are not admissible.