Call for entries for international open call exhibition
Would you like to exhibit your work in a gallery?
Long-term exhibition lasting approximately three weeks
Light exhibition #1
"GRAND OPEN EXHIBITION"
We are looking for artwork with the theme of "light."
We welcome not only works that depict light itself, but also a wide range of expressions inspired by "light."
We welcome submissions of works that express "light" in any way you envision it, whether abstract or figurative, in any genre including painting, sculpture, photography, or crafts.
Organized by: Art Gallery 410GALLERY
410Gallery is an art space where artists from Japan and abroad gather, and diverse works resonate with one another. It is a place of challenge and growth for artists, and a place of "discovery" where visitors can encounter new talent and values. It is an open gallery where you can not only "view" art, but also "feel, think, and connect" with it.
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The 18th Exhibition of Dynamic Contemporary Artists
The "Dynamic Contemporary Artists Exhibition" is an international exhibition bringing together a diverse range of artists from Japan and abroad. Held at venues such as the National Art Center, Tokyo and the Fukuoka Asian Art Museum, it fosters creative encounters and exchanges that transcend generations and genres. It is also attracting attention as a place to discover new talent, regardless of whether they are professionals or amateurs, and to support their career advancement. It is truly a creative festival where you can experience "the present state of contemporary art."
Table of Contents Links
1. Awards and Honorable Mentions
2. From entry to return of artwork
3. Information required for entry
4. Application Guidelines
5. Application Categories and Participation Fees
6. Planar division
7. Multi-level partition
8. About the Exhibition
9. Loading in and loading out
10. About Sales
11. Limited to exhibiting artists
12. Frequently Asked Questions
13. Entry Form
1. Awards and Honorable Mentions
Awards and Honorable Mentions
・Grand Prize
・Excellence Award • 410 Gallery Award
・International Artist Award
・Hikari Exhibition Prize
・Special Awards and Others
Grand Prize
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi, Tokyo)
Exhibiting artwork at the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists" exhibition.
*We will cover the costs for section 100.
Excellence Award
The National Art Center, Tokyo (Roppongi, Tokyo)
Exhibiting artwork at the "Dynamic Contemporary Artists" exhibition.
*We will cover the costs for section 30.
410 Gallery Award
410Gallery FUKUOKA (Fukuoka, Hakata)
Solo exhibition
*We will cover the venue costs.
Award-winning artists
Artist name and artwork to be posted on the website
*Works will be displayed for one year.
Selected (exhibited) artists
Artist names are listed on the website.
2. From entry to return of artwork
1. Entry
Approximately 10 to 20 minutes
Please fill in the required information and submit your entry.
2. Notification of Selection Results
About a week
We will contact you at the email address you registered.
3. Winners
By the delivery date
Packing, shipping, or bringing in your artwork
4. Holding an exhibition
Artwork to be exhibited at 410GALLERY PLUS
The names of the winning artists will be posted on the website.
5. Announcement of Award-Winning Works
Announced during the event
Award-winning works will be posted on the website.
6. Exhibition ends
Return of artwork
If you choose to send it by mail, it will be returned in about a week.
3. Information required for entry
1. Artist Information
・Real name
・Phonetic readings (Japanese only)
・Artist name
・Date of birth
・Telephone number
・Email address
・Post code
・Address
・Profile (Optional)
2. Work Information
・Image of the artwork (front view)
・Title (20 characters or less)
・Main ingredients (20 characters or less)
・Size (cm)
・Works posted on the 410 web store
・Issuance of exhibition certificate
3. Loading in and loading out
・Delivery
・Return
・Bring your own
・Takeaway
4. Application Guidelines
Exhibition Title
Light exhibition #1
Exhibition period
2027
February 6th (Saturday) - March 1st (Monday)
Closed on Wednesdays
venue
410Gallery PLUS
812-0026
11-275 Kamikawabata-machi, Hakata-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Organizer
Art Gallery 410GALLERY
Sponsorship
TORAM, a general incorporated association specializing in spatial arts.
Eligibility
No restrictions (regardless of age, gender, or nationality)
*Parental verification is required for those under 18 years old.
About the work
Theme: Works themed around light
*Regardless of whether it is concrete or abstract.
*We accept submissions of past works and works previously published elsewhere, not just new works.
*Participation is also possible for exhibition only (not for sale).
Genre (All Genres)
Flat section: Wall-mounted artwork
(Painting in general)
Oil painting, watercolor, acrylic, Japanese painting, printmaking, calligraphy, ink painting, photography, pencil, pen, crayon, pastel, design, digital art, crafts, nail art, glass, metal, paper cutting, crafts, dyeing, embroidery, resin, textiles, thread art, wire art, relief, illustration, giclée printing, AI generation, mixed media, etc.
Solid section: Freestanding artwork
(General aspects of sculpting)
Sculpture, casting, ceramics, metal, plaster, clay, mortar, wax, paper, objects, jewelry, crafts, textiles, glass, resin, fake materials, figurines, 3D printing, mixed media, video, spatial design, installations, etc.
*We accept all genres and materials, not just those listed above.
Judging will be based on the artwork images.
Application fee: Free
- For those who are creating a work from now on, we will accept entries based on past works (reference works).
*If you are not selected, you will not be charged a participation fee.
Application deadline
Monday, January 11, 2027
We will contact you regarding your application status within approximately one week of receiving your entry.
For applicants from overseas
Application deadline: Up to one month before the deadline date.
Please check the "Selling from Overseas" page before submitting your entry.
5. Application Categories and Participation Fees
410GALLERY PLUS is a long-term exhibition
Located on the street level in a bustling commercial district, with over 10,000 people passing through on weekdays and over 20,000 on weekends.
There were many visitors, and many people were able to appreciate the artwork.
★Up to two works can be displayed within the designated area.
Section [ 30 ] 22,000 yen
Section [ 50 ] 33,000 yen
Section [ 100 ] 55,000 yen
Section [ 200 ] 99,000 yen
One section per person.
All prices shown include tax.
★A portion of the participation fee will be used as a sponsorship for the promotion of arts and culture.
6. Flat Section
(including frame size)
Section [ 30 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 30 x 30 x 3 cm
Section [ 50 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 50 x 50 x 5 cm
Section [ 100 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 100 x 100 x 10 cm
Section [ 200 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 200 x 200 x 20 cm
7. Solid Section
(size excluding display stand)
Section [ 30 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 30 x 30 x 30 cm
Section [ 50 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 50 x 50 x 50 cm
Section [ 100 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 100 × 100 × 100 cm
Section [ 200 ]
Height × Width × Depth
Within 200 x 200 x 200 cm
8. About the Exhibition
Exhibition rules
・Do not use nails or double-sided tape on walls or display stands.
・Frame not required; edges will be treated as part of the artwork.
・Wall-mounted artwork requires a hanging string.
・Remove the glass from the picture frame (acrylic is acceptable).
・Participants must bring their own equipment (power supply available).
・Display stands are provided; please bring your own dedicated stand.
・Displaying QR codes is not permitted.
・Distribution of flyers is prohibited inside the exhibition hall.
・If there are doubts about the originality of the work, the award may be revoked.
Works of video, light, and sound
・The lights in the exhibition rooms cannot be turned off.
・Please provide a darkroom if needed.
・Wi-Fi etc.: Please bring anything you need.
・Please prepare a 5-meter extension cord.
・After closing time: The power to the venue will be turned off.
・Audio: Can be used with headphones or at a volume that is audible within the designated area.
・Power-on: Please make sure the operation is easy to perform when requesting assistance from the secretariat.
▼ About the display of natural objects
・Works that may attract insects must be fumigated and treated with insecticide.
・Unprocessed works cannot be exhibited.
・Items that are prone to scattering, granular, or contain liquids or moisture cannot be displayed.
caption
*This will be created by our staff.
Contents
・Artist name
・Title (20 characters or less)
・Selling price or not for sale
Artwork description
*Only for those who wish to have their notice posted.
・Within 300 characters
・QR codes, URLs, and email addresses cannot be included.
・The secretariat will review the content and may request changes if necessary.
Venue reception
*This will be done by our staff.
・Please ask a staff member for an artist pass upon your arrival at the gallery.
・I am very much looking forward to you being able to see the exhibited works.
9. Delivery [Delivery Company]
Delivery date / Artwork arrival date
Thursday, February 4, 2027 11:00
Delivery carrier: Morning delivery specified
Removal date
March 1, 2027 (Monday) 15:00
For those using a delivery service
Shipping: Prepaid
Return: Cash on Delivery
*No specific shipping carrier is designated.
Address to send your artwork
410Gallery Plus
812-0026
Hakata Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Kamikawabata-cho 11 - 275
Those who cannot come on the delivery day
Delivery and setup fee (unpacking and display): 5,500 yen
Those who cannot come on the day of removal
Removal service fee (packing and return): 5,500 yen
- Return shipping: Approximately one week after completion (cash on delivery)
• Return shipping label: Provided by the secretariat
For those bringing their own items (delivery procedure)
① 11:00 Registration begins at the gallery
② 11:30 Unpacking the artwork
③ 12:00 Place the packing materials in the designated location.
④ 12:30 Inform the office that you're finished and leave.
For those taking items home (removal procedure)
① Enter by the closing time of 15:00.
② 15:20 Bring the packaging materials from the warehouse to the front of the artwork.
③ 15:40 Pack your artwork individually
④ 16:30 Inform the office that the session is over and leave.
Total dimensions of all three sides exceeding 250cm, or weighing over 20kg (special, sharp, complex, or easily damaged items)
Please arrange for a shipping company to handle both delivery (unpacking and display) and return (dismantling and packing). You may also need to arrange for display staff.
The secretariat will not arrange for delivery, exhibition, or removal of the exhibits.
13. Sales Information
Exhibited works / Works posted on the web
We will conduct business negotiations at the art gallery 410Gallery.
Please contact the administrative office for inquiries.
• Transaction fee: 40% (5% for electronic payments)
• For purchases of 30,000 yen or more: A certificate will be issued to the buyer.
*We will transfer the funds to your designated account within one week.
*Please bear the bank transfer fees.
If you do not sell your work
Please write "Not for Sale" when applying.
14. Limited to exhibiting artists
★ Only for those who wish to participate
① Listing works on 410 WebStore
Price per work: 6,600 yen
- Published for one year after the exhibition ends.
• Transaction fee: 40% (5% for electronic payments)
• For purchases of 30,000 yen or more: A certificate will be issued to the buyer.
*We will transfer the funds to your designated account within one week.
*Please bear the bank transfer fees.
*No fees apply to sales made outside of the Webstore.
② Issuance of exhibition certificate
5,500 yen per copy per work
Published by 410GALLERY
- We will mail it to you approximately one month after the exhibition ends.
15. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What are the evaluation criteria?
Q2: Are there any restrictions on genre?
Q3. What kind of gallery is 410Gallery?
Q4. Are the exhibitions at the National Art Center, Tokyo only featuring award-winning artists?
Q5. Can I include a description or profile?
Q6. What works require layout?
Q7 What does it mean to have your work published on 410WebStore?
Q8 What is an exhibition certificate?