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We're thrilled to announce the launch of the call for submissions for the upcoming "Art as a Response to Mental Health 2026" online exhibition, now in its 5th edition. We extend an open invitation to aspiring, emerging, and established artists worldwide to contribute their work to this significant project. As the global conversation around mental health continues to evolve, art has emerged as a powerful medium for self-expression. This exhibition celebrates the unique stories and perspectives of individuals who navigate their mental well-being through artistic channels. We invite you to be a part of this collective expression. Supported by the Doncaster Council for the past six years, this online exhibition has garnered thousands of visits from across the globe. We recognise the vital role that art plays in shaping societal dialogue, fostering mental health, and contributing to overall well-being. This opportunity is extended to those who have found solace and strength in art as a response to mental health challenges. If you resonate with this theme and wish to contribute, we invite you to submit your artwork. Share your unique voice, perspectives, and creativity with the world. Submitting your artwork is free. However, for the selected artists whose works become part of this meaningful exhibition, there is a subsidised participation fee of £30 irrespective of the number of works selected. We strive to ensure this opportunity remains open and accessible to all. We look forward to receiving your submissions and being a part of the collective journey where art becomes a conduit for mental health expression. Thank you for considering being a part of this meaningful initiative. The Top 3 prizes will be selected by Our Judges as follows: £400 1st Prize £300 2nd Prize £200 3rd Prize Other Prizes £100 – People’s Choice (By Public Vote) £100 - Curator’s Prize Key Dates: Submission Deadline 31st May 2026 Exhibition opens 12th June 2026 Public Voting opens - 12th June 2026 Public Voting Closes 26th June 2026 Results announced 2nd July 2026 Exhibition ends - 22th July. 2026

In it's third year our annual online open exhibition is an opportunity for artists from around the world to let their style, creativity, media, subject matter, and everything else shine. We are looking for your individuality as an artist to shine through. Join the 3rd edition of our annual online open exhibition and showcase your unique artistic style, creativity, and vision. This year, we invite artists worldwide to explore the theme "WORLD EVENTS" Whether your work is abstract, modern, traditional, digital, or mixed media, we want to see your interpretation of current events and global issues. We are looking forward to reading the inspiration behind your piece and discovering what makes your work special. Apply for the open exhibition today. If you are selected for the exhibition there is a participation fee of £30.00 payable irrespective of the number of works selected. PRIZES 'Best in Show' by public vote £200 Second Prize: £100 Third Prize £50 Other Prizes: Curator's Prize 10 artists will win the prize of being featured for free in the Living Artists Contemporary Art Auction by Chinwe Russell Auctions, reaching buyers in the USA, UK, and Europe. Additionally, these artists will benefit from special blog features and social media promotion. The auction itself draws in over 10,000 visitors

The diversity of our planet unites us, and that is what we celebrate in this exhibition by embracing the peoples, places, things, ideas, cultures, and concepts that make up our planet. Artists from around the world will come together as one, to celebrate that which makes us who we are. That which unites us, that which keeps us together. Join us as we celebrate our strengths in our diversity. Apply for the online exhibition today. If you are selected for the exhibition there is a participation fee of £30.00 payable irrespective of the number of works selected. PRIZES Best in Show' by public vote £200 Second Prize: £100 Third Prize £50 Other Prizes: Curator's Prize 10 artists will win the prize of being featured for free in the Living Artists Contemporary Art Auction by Chinwe Russell Auctions, reaching buyers in the USA, UK, and Europe.