---
title: Lucid Dreams Art Challenge
description: >-
  International online art competition on dreams and surrealism. First entry
  free; $150 Best in Show prize + online showcase, certificates, and promotional
  features.
url: 'https://www.artsume.com/programs/1414f0fa-9ad1-43b1-a291-4f5d2d525da5'
type: program
status: closed
createdAt: '2026-05-25'
updatedAt: '2026-09-30'
programType: Prize/award
organization: Ten Moir Gallery
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/ten-moir-gallery'
deadline: '2026-07-31'
location: Chicago
isOnline: true
compensationRange: >-
  $150 Best in Show cash award; digital certificates, online showcase, and
  promotional features for all selected artists
disciplines:
  - painting
  - drawing
  - mixed media
  - photography
  - digital art
  - sculpture
  - printmaking
  - collage
  - fiber
careerStages:
  - Emerging artist
  - Established
---

# Lucid Dreams Art Challenge

**Hosted by:** Ten Moir Gallery

**Type:** Prize/award | **Location:** Chicago | **Deadline:** July 31, 2026

## About This Program

> "Dreams, surreal visions, imagination, subconscious, fantasy, memory"

An international online art competition exploring the visual language of dreams, fantasy, memory, and the subconscious. Interpretations may include dreamlike landscapes, imagined worlds, surreal portraits, symbolic imagery, nighttime visions, and altered realities. Both representational and abstract approaches are welcome. Best in Show receives a $150 cash award, artist interview, homepage feature, and mini-magazine spotlight. Runner Ups receive a dedicated social media post and Art Journal feature. All finalists (top 15–20) receive permanent listing, digital certificates, and social highlights. Selected works are featured in a curated online collection with artist name and website link.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Career Stage:** Emerging artist, Established
- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** painting, drawing, mixed media, photography, digital art, sculpture, printmaking, collage, fiber
- **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old
- **Note:** Open to artists worldwide, 18 years of age or older. 2D and 3D mediums accepted. Artist must own the rights to all submitted work and imagery.

### Additional Requirements

First entry is free (one per artist per monthly challenge). Upload artwork under 3MB in JPG or PNG format, minimum 2000px on the longest side. Complete the form with artist name, website, artwork titles, and mediums. Additional images can be added within the same application at a tiered fee ($18 for 2 images up to $55 for 6–10 images). Artist must own the rights to all submitted work.

## Compensation & Benefits

$150 Best in Show cash award; digital certificates, online showcase, and promotional features for all selected artists

**Includes:** Prize

## Timeline

- **Opens:** May 1, 2026
- **Deadline:** July 31, 2026

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://www.tenmoirgallery.com/lucid-dreams-online-art-competition/