DREAMSCAPES 2026 – Ten Moir Gallery International Online Art Competition
Turning dreams, fantasy and imagination into art
Dreamscapes is an international online art competition hosted by Ten Moir Gallery. The competition invites artists and photographers from around the world to explore dreams, fantasy, surreal worlds, imagination, mystery and other dreamlike forms of visual expression.
The competition is specifically centered on artistic interpretations inspired by dreams and fantasy. Artists are encouraged to explore surreal visions, fantastical creatures, imaginary landscapes, personal dream worlds and symbolic or imaginative narratives.
PRIZES AND RECOGNITION
Best in Show
$150 cash award
The Best in Show artist also receives:
- Artist interview
- The Moir mini spotlight feature
- Homepage feature on Ten Moir Gallery
- Free entry to the Blue Sky Artist Award
Finalists
The competition selects approximately 15–20 finalists.
Finalists receive:
- Digital certificate
- Permanent listing
- Social media highlights
Selected Artists
Selected works may be included in the Ten Moir Gallery Curated Collection, together with:
- Artist name
- Artwork title
- Artist website or link
Runner-Ups
Selected runner-up artists in traditional art and photography may receive:
- Website feature
- Dedicated social media post
- Art Journal Mini Spotlight
- Free Blue Sky Artist Award entry
Ten Moir Gallery may also promote selected artists through its channels and partner listings. Digital certificates, badges and other shareable promotional assets may also be provided.
IMPORTANT DATES
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Competition opens | July 1, 2026 |
| Early free-entry date listed | July 7, 2026 |
| Submission deadline | September 30, 2026 |
| Results emailed | October 18, 2026 |
The official competition page lists September 30, 2026 as the final submission deadline.
WHO CAN ENTER?
The competition is open worldwide.
Applicants must:
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Be an emerging or established artist
- Be located in any country worldwide
Professional artists, emerging artists and self-taught artists can participate. Ten Moir Gallery’s general competition information states that artists do not need formal training to enter.
WHAT TYPES OF ART ARE ACCEPTED?
Dreamscapes encourages 2D and 3D artistic media.
Eligible or encouraged media include:
- Painting
- Drawing
- Mixed media
- Photography
- Digital art
- Sculpture
- Other 2D and 3D artistic practices
The official FAQ specifically lists painting, drawing, mixed media, photography and digital art.
THE THEME: DREAMSCAPES
The central theme of the competition is dreams and fantasy.
Artists may explore:
- Dream worlds
- Surreal imagery
- Fantasy
- The subconscious
- Imaginary landscapes
- Fantastic creatures
- Mysterious environments
- Personal dreams
- Symbolic and imaginative narratives
The theme allows broad artistic interpretation. The work should, however, have a clear relationship to dreams, fantasy or a dreamlike/surreal visual concept.
ENTRY FEES
The official competition page currently lists the following submission structure:
| Number of artworks | Fee |
|---|---|
| 1 artwork | Free* |
| 2 artworks | $18 |
| 3 artworks | $25 |
| 4 artworks | $36 |
| 5 artworks | $45 |
| 6–10 artworks | $55 |
Important fee clarification
The official page contains two different statements regarding the free-entry period. The key dates section states that the first entry was free until July 7, 2026, while the pricing section and submission form state that the first image is free and that the first upload is free until the deadline.
Because these statements are inconsistent, applicants should verify the current price shown in the official submission form before submitting.
HOW TO ENTER
Applications are submitted online.
Applicants should:
- Open the official submission form.
- Enter the artist’s name.
- Add the artist website.
- Enter artwork title and medium.
- Upload the artwork image.
- Confirm the submission.
- Check the confirmation email.
IMAGE REQUIREMENTS
According to the official page, uploaded artwork must be:
- JPG or PNG
- Under 3 MB
- At least 2000 pixels on the longest side
ARTWORK RIGHTS
Applicants must own the rights to the artwork and imagery they submit.
Ten Moir Gallery states that submitted works may be displayed for judging, exhibition and promotional purposes.
Selected works may appear on:
- the Ten Moir Gallery website,
- curated collections,
- newsletters,
- social media,
- promotional channels.
The gallery states that it does not sell, license or claim ownership of submitted artwork and that artists retain their rights.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Entries are evaluated according to:
- Craftsmanship
- Presentation
- Interpretation of the theme
- Composition
- Creativity
- Technical skill
The official FAQ also states that entries are reviewed by a panel of jurors based on creativity, technique and overall impact.
MULTIPLE ENTRIES
Artists may submit multiple works.
However, the free-entry allowance is limited to one free entry per artist per monthly challenge. Additional artworks can be added to the same application for the applicable submission fee.
INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION
Dreamscapes is an international competition open to artists worldwide who are 18 or older.
No country restriction is stated on the official competition page.
RESULTS
Results are scheduled to be emailed on October 18, 2026.
Selected artists may subsequently receive online exhibition, promotional and editorial visibility through Ten Moir Gallery.
🔗 OFFICIAL WEBSITE AND APPLICATION
This announcement is provided for informational purposes. Before applying, applicants should verify the latest entry fees, rules, technical requirements and submission instructions on the official competition website.
👉 CLICK HERE FOR THE OFFICIAL DREAMSCAPES 2026 WEBSITE & APPLICATION