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"Expression in every mark."
FAME FRAME Gallery presents Modern Brushstrokes — an exhibition-competition exploring contemporary painting as an evolving language of gesture, rhythm, and expression.
In modern art, the brushstroke is no longer merely a technical mark; it is a statement of presence, intention, and individuality. Each stroke carries energy, revealing the artist’s relationship with time, movement, and material. In this exhibition, painting becomes a dynamic field where spontaneity meets control and tradition encounters innovation.
This exhibition aims to celebrate the vitality of painting today — affirming the brushstroke as a timeless yet constantly renewed act, capable of capturing the pulse of the present moment through personal vision and creative freedom.
In modern art, the brushstroke is no longer merely a technical mark; it is a statement of presence, intention, and individuality. Each stroke carries energy, revealing the artist’s relationship with time, movement, and material. In this exhibition, painting becomes a dynamic field where spontaneity meets control and tradition encounters innovation.
This exhibition aims to celebrate the vitality of painting today — affirming the brushstroke as a timeless yet constantly renewed act, capable of capturing the pulse of the present moment through personal vision and creative freedom.
ARTISTS’ ENTRY OPENS ON
15.8.2026.
15.8.2026.
Winning works will be unveiled here on
7.9.2026.
7.9.2026.
Steve Johnson, Вlue and silver paint brush
Mood image
Mood image
winners
First Prize Winner
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Wintry Harbor Night
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Wintry Harbor Night
Mixed media oil painting
United States
"Abstract representation of the Copenhagen harbor in winter."
United States
"Abstract representation of the Copenhagen harbor in winter."
Merit Award Winner
ANDRZEJ S. GRABOWSKI, Volcano
ANDRZEJ S. GRABOWSKI, Volcano
Mixed media on canvas, 40x40 cm
Poland
"When I smelled the sulfur on Mount Vesuvius, I understood the true nature of a volcano."
Poland
"When I smelled the sulfur on Mount Vesuvius, I understood the true nature of a volcano."
Merit Award Winner
Bobbe Jones,
Granddad's Ride
Bobbe Jones,
Granddad's Ride
Oil in Linen
United States
"This piece features a vintage truck, its weathered exterior brimming with stories from countless journeys that reflect on simpler times. The vibrant background adds a striking contrast that enhances the nostalgic feel and the truck's charming imperfections."
United States
"This piece features a vintage truck, its weathered exterior brimming with stories from countless journeys that reflect on simpler times. The vibrant background adds a striking contrast that enhances the nostalgic feel and the truck's charming imperfections."
Merit Award Winner
Gerry Chapleski, Iris
Gerry Chapleski, Iris
Oil on canvas with paint manipulated using color shapers
United States
United States
Honorable Mention
Adi Zur, Shake Things Up
Adi Zur, Shake Things Up
Mixed Media
Canada
"This painting shows how emotions can feel hope and joy in our chaotic world. Colors and shapes move and overlap, like feelings that come and go."
Canada
"This painting shows how emotions can feel hope and joy in our chaotic world. Colors and shapes move and overlap, like feelings that come and go."
Honorable Mention
Anne Carter, Brilliant sunrise
Anne Carter, Brilliant sunrise
Acrylic on canvas 36”x 36”
United States
"Layers of color , capturing the full rays of the sun."
United States
"Layers of color , capturing the full rays of the sun."
Honorable Mention
DOULLIEZ Jean, Choregraphie 06
DOULLIEZ Jean, Choregraphie 06
Oil on canvas / Huile Sur Toile / 100x120cm
Belgium
"On pourrait l'intituler "le roi danse" sous un oeil inquisiteur en bas à droite."
Belgium
"On pourrait l'intituler "le roi danse" sous un oeil inquisiteur en bas à droite."
Honorable Mention
Eldon Ward, Nogales Ah Um
Eldon Ward, Nogales Ah Um
Acrylic on Panels
United States
"Abstract composition inspired by conditions along the U.S./Mexico border in the Sonoran Desert region."
United States
"Abstract composition inspired by conditions along the U.S./Mexico border in the Sonoran Desert region."
Honorable Mention
Erika Beck, Hot Summer Day
Erika Beck, Hot Summer Day
Acrylic on canvas
Australia
"The Australian landscape during the height of summer, inland far away from the cooling ocean breezes usually enjoyed along the coastline. Feeling hot and feeling And occasionally the black bark of the old eucalyptus tree showing she survival after a bushfire from earlier times. Feeling the heat, hearing the cicadas."
Australia
"The Australian landscape during the height of summer, inland far away from the cooling ocean breezes usually enjoyed along the coastline. Feeling hot and feeling And occasionally the black bark of the old eucalyptus tree showing she survival after a bushfire from earlier times. Feeling the heat, hearing the cicadas."
Honorable Mention
Cher Pruys, Crushed
Cher Pruys, Crushed
Acrylic on 300LB Hot Press
Canada
"Under the soup kitchen's fluorescent lights, stripped of their labels, these crushed cans with lost identities are but uniform shards of crinkled aluminum, They catch the glare with brilliance, looking like a cache of treasure in spite of their intended destination."
Canada
"Under the soup kitchen's fluorescent lights, stripped of their labels, these crushed cans with lost identities are but uniform shards of crinkled aluminum, They catch the glare with brilliance, looking like a cache of treasure in spite of their intended destination."
Honorable Mention
Jack Farkas, 05. 07. 25.
Jack Farkas, 05. 07. 25.
Oil Pastel on 140# Cotton Paper
United States
"This work unfolds through a quadripartite arrangement of vibrant circles, each panel distinguished by a unique palette that harmonizes bold reds, serene blues, and verdant greens. Inspired by the significant events of May—Timothée Chalamet receiving the Donatello Award for Cinematic Excellence while walking the red carpet with his companion, the solemn passing of Pope Francis in Rome, Easter Monday celebrations, and the election of Pope Leo XIV—the composition channels the spiritual energies that surrounded these moments."
United States
"This work unfolds through a quadripartite arrangement of vibrant circles, each panel distinguished by a unique palette that harmonizes bold reds, serene blues, and verdant greens. Inspired by the significant events of May—Timothée Chalamet receiving the Donatello Award for Cinematic Excellence while walking the red carpet with his companion, the solemn passing of Pope Francis in Rome, Easter Monday celebrations, and the election of Pope Leo XIV—the composition channels the spiritual energies that surrounded these moments."
Honorable Mention
Michael Wagner,
IT´S A SMALL WORLD
Michael Wagner,
IT´S A SMALL WORLD
Acrylic on polystyrene
Germany
"They are colors, nothing but colors, and they tell of the marvelous power of light."
Germany
"They are colors, nothing but colors, and they tell of the marvelous power of light."
Honorable Mention
Nell, Vue du ciel
Nell, Vue du ciel
Encre sur toile 40 X 40
France
"Les couleurs se chevauchent, s'entremêlent dans un mouvement circulaire et expansif par fusion chromatique, comme si l'on observait la vie se déployer dans un microcosme aquatique ou forestier."
France
"Les couleurs se chevauchent, s'entremêlent dans un mouvement circulaire et expansif par fusion chromatique, comme si l'on observait la vie se déployer dans un microcosme aquatique ou forestier."
Honorable Mention
Olga Tkachova,
Colorful dreams
Olga Tkachova,
Colorful dreams
Oil on Canvas 40 x 50 cm
Czech Republic
"The painting captures the contrast between an ordinary bay horse in a peaceful landscape and a brightly colored horse that seems to have emerged from a dreamland. The work symbolizes the connection between everyday life and creativity."
Czech Republic
"The painting captures the contrast between an ordinary bay horse in a peaceful landscape and a brightly colored horse that seems to have emerged from a dreamland. The work symbolizes the connection between everyday life and creativity."
Honorable Mention
Sarah Borg, The Falconer
Sarah Borg, The Falconer
Oil on Canvas. 80cm x 100cm
France
"I wanted a classical painting with movement,..... a brief glance between the horse and Borzoi whilst the falconer is in perfect harmony with his falcon....and I miss the snow!"
France
"I wanted a classical painting with movement,..... a brief glance between the horse and Borzoi whilst the falconer is in perfect harmony with his falcon....and I miss the snow!"
Honorable Mention
Smylie, 22.08.2026
Smylie, 22.08.2026
Acrylic on birch plywood panel
Canada
"Exploring the possibilities of acrylic. Acrylic ink lift of 1920s-1930s headshots of Hollywood actors and actresses."
Canada
"Exploring the possibilities of acrylic. Acrylic ink lift of 1920s-1930s headshots of Hollywood actors and actresses."
Honorable Mention
Sylviane Paris,
Light Renewed
Sylviane Paris,
Light Renewed
Acrylic on paper
United States
"Light enters the ancient architecture and transforms it, bringing stone, arches, stained glass, and gilded details to life. In Light Renewed, I wanted to capture a moment of renewal, where light gives new life to what human hands have created and preserved. The architecture becomes more than structure—it becomes a place of presence, memory, and light."
United States
"Light enters the ancient architecture and transforms it, bringing stone, arches, stained glass, and gilded details to life. In Light Renewed, I wanted to capture a moment of renewal, where light gives new life to what human hands have created and preserved. The architecture becomes more than structure—it becomes a place of presence, memory, and light."
Selected Finalists
Adi Zur — Inner Whispers — 2026
Adi Zur — When Spirits Meet — 2026
Agata Ziembińska — Amy Winehouse — 2026
Agata Ziembińska — James Hetfield — 2026
Agata Ziembińska — Kurt Cobain — 2026
ANDRZEJ S. GRABOWSKI — Blue line — 2025
ANDRZEJ S. GRABOWSKI — Grazia in black — 2025
Anne Carter — Alone in the shower — 2026
Anne Carter — Winter on the Long Island Sound — 2926
Bobbe Jones — Confident — 2023
DOULLIEZ Jean — Deconstruction 04 — 2015
DOULLIEZ Jean — Deconstruction 05 — 2015
Eldon Ward — Lunar Shell — 2025
Eldon Ward — Scaffolding — 2026
Erika Beck — Hot Summer Day 2 — 2005
Erika Beck — Summer in my Beauty Point Garden — 2019
Gerry Chapleski — Blue-Eyed Sasquatch — 2023
Cher Pruys — New York New York! — 2025
Cher Pruys — Reflections — 2021
Jack Farkas — 01. 31. 26. — 2026
Jack Farkas — 03. 20. 26. — 2026
Kylo-Patrick Hart — Bulgarian Sunrise — 2025
Kylo-Patrick Hart — Strummer — 2025
Lei LEI — Child's Dream — 2024
Michael Wagner — TONDO BLUE — 2024
Michael Wagner — URBAN ENERGIES — 2025
Nell — Voile Atmosphérique — 2025
Olga Tkachova — Poppies — 2021
Sarah Borg — Alexander — 2026
Sarah Borg — Regatta — 2025
Smylie — 2025-08-25 — 2025
Smylie — 2026-02-19 — 2026
Apply to Participate
Artists are invited to submit their work for participation in this exhibition.
Artist Entry
Participation fee. Submit up to 3 artworks for curatorial review and prizes.
20
€
Contest RULES
Timeline
15.8.2026
Open call announcement
15.8. – 31.8.2026
Submission deadline
1.9. – 6.9.2026
Curatorial review
7.9.2026
Winners revealed
Prizes & Recognition
Every FAME FRAME competition is designed as a moment of recognition. Beyond monetary awards, each distinction affirms the dignity of the artist’s work, ensuring it is seen, remembered, and connected with an international audience of collectors.
Our prizes embody both excellence and visibility: from the First Prize, which offers permanent placement in the Winner’s Collection, to Merit Awards and finalist recognitions that highlight artistic distinction.
Our prizes embody both excellence and visibility: from the First Prize, which offers permanent placement in the Winner’s Collection, to Merit Awards and finalist recognitions that highlight artistic distinction.
First Prize
The highest honor, awarded to the most outstanding work of the exhibition.
· 100–200 € cash prize
· Digital Certificate of Excellence
· Permanent placement in the Winner’s Collection on our website
· 100–200 € cash prize
· Digital Certificate of Excellence
· Permanent placement in the Winner’s Collection on our website
Merit Awards
Distinguished works selected by curators for their excellence and originality.
· 25–50 € cash prize
· Digital Certificate of Recognition
· Visibility among international collectors
· 25–50 € cash prize
· Digital Certificate of Recognition
· Visibility among international collectors
Honorable Mentions
Notable entries recognized for their artistic quality and relevance.
· Digital Certificate of Recognition
· Visibility among international collectors
· Digital Certificate of Recognition
· Visibility among international collectors
Selected Finalists
Curated works showcased in the official online exhibition.
· Visibility among international collectors
· Visibility among international collectors
Submission Rules
Who can apply
Open worldwide to artists aged 18 and above. Artists under 18 may participate only with the consent and completed submission form of a parent or legal guardian.
Theme
Each contest is built around a curated theme. Only works that clearly respond to the announced theme will be considered for selection.
Off-topic submissions will be disqualified without refund.
Off-topic submissions will be disqualified without refund.
Submission limit
Each entry allows up to 3 artworks (1 required, 2 optional).
Digital files: JPG or PNG, minimum 2000px on the longest side, up to 10 MB each.
Digital files: JPG or PNG, minimum 2000px on the longest side, up to 10 MB each.
Application Process
Entry Fee
· Participation requires a 20 € non-refundable entry fee.
· Entry fees are non-refundable, even if a work is not selected.
· Entry fees are non-refundable, even if a work is not selected.
Rights
· All works must be original and created solely by the submitting artist.
· Artists retain full copyright to their works.
· By submitting, artists grant FAME FRAME Gallery the right to exhibit selected works online, promote them across digital platforms, and include them in press releases or newsletters.
· Artists retain full copyright to their works.
· By submitting, artists grant FAME FRAME Gallery the right to exhibit selected works online, promote them across digital platforms, and include them in press releases or newsletters.
Artist Entry
Participation fee. Submit up to 3 artworks for curatorial review and prizes.
20
€