Emotions - 2026 (6th Annual Juried Exhibition, Publication, Sales)

Express your artistic world of human emotions and feelings

What does it mean to feel?

Every brushstroke, every chisel mark, every line on a canvas is an echo of something deeper—joy, sorrow, longing, rage, peace, or awe. Emotions are not just responses; they are the heartbeat of human experience and the soul of art.

Gallerium proudly invites you to be part of Emotions 2026, the 6th annual international smart group exhibition, publication, and sales that celebrates the infinite language of human emotion.

Emotions - 2026 (6th Annual) invites artists to showcase their artistic perspective on the myriad of feelings and emotions that make us human. Submissions are now open for this deeply personal and globally inclusive art opportunity. 

Why Emotions Matter in Art?

Because art is felt before it is understood.

Because the world is in desperate need of connection, empathy, and truth.

Because your art can give a voice to the invisible stories we carry inside.

This opportunity is more than awards and exposure—it's an invitation to be vulnerable, to be bold, and to help others feel seen.

Themes to Explore

We welcome works that express the full spectrum of emotional experience, including but not limited to:

Ecstasy and Joy – Moments of pure delight, bliss, laughter, and freedom.

Melancholy and Loss – Honest reflections of grief, absence, and memory.

Love and Intimacy – From romantic passion to friendship, parental affection, or soul connections.

Rage and Rebellion – Confronting injustice, inner battles, or global unrest.

Peace and Stillness – Meditations on harmony, acceptance, and solitude.

Wonder and Curiosity – Expressing awe, childhood innocence, and discovery.

Hope and Healing – Stories of resilience, recovery, and inner growth.

Fear and Vulnerability – Shedding light on hidden anxieties, phobias, or trauma.

Shame and Guilt – Raw, unfiltered explorations of internal struggle.

Longing and Nostalgia – Works that ache with memory or desire.

Empathy and Compassion – Art that listens, reaches out, and connects.

Euphoria and Triumph – Celebrating breakthroughs, victories, and self-love.

Spiritual Awakening – Emotional transcendence, faith, and revelation.

Isolation and Loneliness – The silent echo of being unseen.

You are encouraged to submit art that reflects a single, powerful emotion—or journeys through a complex blend of feelings and psychological states. We encourage you to push the boundaries of traditional artistic expression and explore the nuances of human sentiment through innovative techniques and perspectives.

The Expanding Landscape of Emotion

The emotional spectrum is as vast and intricate as humanity itself. Renowned psychologist Paul Eckman identified six core emotions shared across all cultures: Happiness, Sadness, Fear, Disgust, Anger, and Surprise.

But our emotional lives extend far beyond these foundational six.

As research evolved, scholars have recognized many more—Love, Affection, Longing, Amusement, Contempt, Contentment, Embarrassment, Guilt, Shame, Excitement, Pride, Satisfaction, Relief, Caring, Compassion, Tenderness, and more.

In fact, a recent study by the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley suggests there are at least 27 distinct human emotions, all richly interconnected and nuanced.

These discoveries affirm what artists have always known:
Emotion is never just one thing—it’s layered, shifting, alive.
And through art, these feelings take shape, offering a glimpse into the universal truths that unite us.

An Exclusive Triple Art Opportunity

Selected artworks will receive global exposure and career-boosting opportunities, including:

Exhibition by Gallerium – Your art will be showcased in an exclusive international online exhibition, reaching art lovers, collectors, and curators worldwide.

Publication in The Book of Arts – A selection of featured works might be considered for publication in The Book of Arts, extending your art’s legacy.

Sales Opportunities – Your work will be featured on ARTSY, the largest global art collector platform, giving your art greater visibility and opportunities for sales.

Global Promotions & Lifelong Links – Enjoy a lifetime artist profile, digital certificates, artwork badges, exhibition posters, visitor ratings and comments, plus a vibrant smart catalogue. Your work will be promoted on our blog, social media, and art media channels. You’ll also receive performance reports to track your visibility and impact.

Who Can Apply?

Open to all artists worldwide – Any age, background, or career stage
All 2D & 3D mediums accepted – Painting, drawing, digital, mixed media, sculpture, installation, fiber art, photography, and more.
All styles welcome – Abstract, conceptual, figurative, contemporary, modern, surrealism, minimalism, and beyond.

Free Submission – Only selected artists will be required to pay a small fixed selection fee to participate.

Get inspired! See last year’s exhibition: https://www.gallerium.art/emotions-2025 

Explore Gallerium’s past exhibitions that have engaged over 4 million art lovers worldwide: https://www.gallerium.art/exhibitions 

AWARDS

■ International Exhibition
Selected artworks will be part of an exclusive two-month global online exhibition, running from August 27 to October 27, 2026. 

■ Publication Feature
A subset of the selected artworks may be chosen to be highlighted in The Book of Arts Publication. The book will be available in both digital and premium print editions, featuring vivid colorful A4 pages. It will reach a wide audience, including art experts, galleries, curators, businesses, and collectors through prominent publication networks.

■ Artwork Promotion and Sales
All exhibited works will be available for viewing through the online showcase, with the option to sell. Artists are welcome to participate whether or not their works are listed for sale or sold.

■ Artsy.net Global Marketplace Shop
Selected works will be showcased and featured on ARTSY, one of the leading platforms for art collectors worldwide, broadening exposure and enhancing sales opportunities for artists.

■ Exhibition Collection Catalogue
All exhibited artists will be featured in the catalogue. Artists can request printed copies via print-on-demand services from a partner platform, and the catalogue will be promoted internationally online, reaching art lovers, galleries, curators, and collectors.

■ Honorable Mention Artist Award
Up to 10 outstanding artists will receive a personalized distinguished artist award digital certificate, recognizing their exceptional skill, originality, and artistic contribution. This honor will also be featured across our social media channels, spotlighting these remarkable talents.

■ Permanent Online Presence
Exhibition links, along with artist profiles, will stay active permanently, enhancing online visibility and boosting search engine presence. After the exhibition concludes, the Buy button will be deactivated, but artist pages will continue to promote the artist's work and achievements.

■ Exhibition Poster
Each artist will receive a downloadable exhibition poster in various styles, providing a meaningful keepsake from the event.

■ Artwork Visibility Badges
Artists will be provided with a downloadable promotional badge for each selected artwork, encouraging them to share their participation on social media, boosting their visibility and audience engagement.

■ Visitors Feedback
Visitors to the online exhibition will have the opportunity to leave comments and rate the artworks. Artists will receive these reviews via email, offering insights into audience impressions and engagement with their work.

■ Promotion Campaign
A comprehensive promotional campaign will be launched to enhance exposure for all selected artists and drive artwork sales during the exhibition. This will include press releases, catalogue distribution, social media promotions, and more.

■ Performance Insights and Reports
Artists will receive detailed reports with insights on exhibition visits, artwork engagement, popularity, and sales performance. These analytics will be sent periodically, helping artists understand their impact and audience reach.

■ Professional Artist Profile 
Each artist will be granted a complimentary profile page on Biafarin platform, offering a professional space to showcase their portfolio, biography, and accomplishments.

■ Certificate for Exhibited Artists
All selected artists will receive a Digital Certificate of participation, acknowledging their contribution to the exhibition.

FEES

Submission: FREE

Only jury-selected artists will pay a selection fee of USD 40

An early bird selection fee with a 15% discount (USD 34) will be offered.

Up to 10 artworks can be submitted.

A maximum of two artworks will be selected per 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.

About Gallerium

Gallerium art exhibitions are intended to create equal showcasing opportunities for brilliant visual artists worldwide.

Art improves people's lives, and showcasing art is a true and effective way of playing a part in building a better world. In this way, Gallerium utilizes the Biafarin exhibition platform to boost the benefits of the exhibitions. It is always free to submit your art in Gallerium competitions, while only selected artists need to pay a small selection fee.

Each one of Gallerium's shows focuses on a unique subject.

International artists are encouraged to express their artistic interpretation of the subject for an opportunity to be selected for exhibition.

Gallerium exhibitions have been seen by more than 4 million visitors worldwide.

About The Book of Arts

The Book of Arts is a series of contemporary art books published by Discover the Artist Media Holding and Art Publications Network. The mission is to publish prominent art from artists of various cultures and nationalities via several editions each year. Each edition focuses on a specific subject to make a visual story of modern and contemporary art in the art world.

The publications are available to hundreds of thousands of art experts, collectors, galleries, museums, curators, and enthusiasts in digital and print format and reach readers in over 150 countries.

The online version of the book will be published and circulated globally, while the high-quality hardcopy version can be ordered online and directly via a print-on-demand platform.