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"Art speaks the language
of the animal soul."
of the animal soul."
FAME FRAME Gallery is proud to present The Animal Kingdom, a grand exhibition dedicated to the boundless diversity and profound symbolism of animals in art. Across centuries and civilizations, creatures have stood as mirrors to humanity — guardians of myth, emblems of power, muses of beauty, and companions of solitude. From the cave paintings of our ancestors to the refined canvases of today, the animal presence has been a constant reminder that art is never solely about us, but about life itself.
In this show, we celebrate the dignity, ferocity, elegance, and tenderness of the animal world. Each artwork is a representation of form and also a gesture toward understanding: the fluid grace of a running horse, the still majesty of a lion’s gaze, the delicate vulnerability of a bird in flight. Animals in art are never silent — they speak of survival, kinship, reverence, and awe.
With The Animal Kingdom, FAME FRAME seeks to frame not only images, but voices of artists who channel the essence of life beyond the human, and the voices of the creatures who, through brushstrokes and pigments, remind us of our place in a greater continuum. This exhibition is an invitation to look deeper, to recognize in every eye and every movement an echo of ourselves, and yet something infinitely larger than us.
Here, the kingdom is revealed.
In this show, we celebrate the dignity, ferocity, elegance, and tenderness of the animal world. Each artwork is a representation of form and also a gesture toward understanding: the fluid grace of a running horse, the still majesty of a lion’s gaze, the delicate vulnerability of a bird in flight. Animals in art are never silent — they speak of survival, kinship, reverence, and awe.
With The Animal Kingdom, FAME FRAME seeks to frame not only images, but voices of artists who channel the essence of life beyond the human, and the voices of the creatures who, through brushstrokes and pigments, remind us of our place in a greater continuum. This exhibition is an invitation to look deeper, to recognize in every eye and every movement an echo of ourselves, and yet something infinitely larger than us.
Here, the kingdom is revealed.
Winning works will be unveiled here on
7.11.2025.
7.11.2025.
ARTISTS’ ENTRY OPENS ON
15.10.2025.
15.10.2025.
Geranimo, A Black-backed Jackal
Mood image
Mood image
winners
First Prize Winner
Thera Kalt,
Invisible Compass
Thera Kalt,
Invisible Compass
Soft pastel and pastel pencils, 60×80 cm
While creating this painting, I reflected on the fragility and worth of every life. Where life is welcomed and gently protected, resilience arises naturally. In this attunement, humanity and the animal world breathe in one rhythm, carrying forward the story of our journey on Earth.
While creating this painting, I reflected on the fragility and worth of every life. Where life is welcomed and gently protected, resilience arises naturally. In this attunement, humanity and the animal world breathe in one rhythm, carrying forward the story of our journey on Earth.
Merit Award Winner
Jaimie Barchus, Ambush
Jaimie Barchus, Ambush
United States
Digital drawing in Procreate App using custom color palette, fur, airbrush, chalk and ink brushes.
Merit Award Winner
Jason Shih, Flying
Jason Shih, Flying
Cast bronze
Taiwan
The work simultaneously interprets the flight of a flock of birds and the continuous flight path of a single bird.
Taiwan
The work simultaneously interprets the flight of a flock of birds and the continuous flight path of a single bird.
Merit Award Winner
Katharine Litchman, Waya
Katharine Litchman, Waya
Fiber
United States
I am fascinated by wolves and am distressed at how they are managed (hunted and mercilessly killed) in the United States. The wolf is an integral part of our eco system and it is documented that where the wolf has been reintroduced, flora and fauna is better balanced and thriving. Waya is running, running for his life.
United States
I am fascinated by wolves and am distressed at how they are managed (hunted and mercilessly killed) in the United States. The wolf is an integral part of our eco system and it is documented that where the wolf has been reintroduced, flora and fauna is better balanced and thriving. Waya is running, running for his life.
Merit Award Winner
Mondejar Vega Art, Le Cri
Mondejar Vega Art, Le Cri
France
Quatrième tableau de la collection Ligne de Vie, Le Cri, Bas relief en carton mâché recyclé. Une gueule ouverte, figée dans la matière, laisse éclater une clameur silencieuse, pas seulement d'un orang-outan, mais celle des forêts qui tombent, des vies effacées, des mémoires englouties. Un Cri qui n'appartient pas qu'à l'animal mais il devient le nôtre, il devient celui du vivant tout entier. Le carton, matière brute et fragile, porte ici la marque de ce qui disparaît mais refuse le silence. Le Cri, c'est la voix que l'on ne pourra plus taire.
Quatrième tableau de la collection Ligne de Vie, Le Cri, Bas relief en carton mâché recyclé. Une gueule ouverte, figée dans la matière, laisse éclater une clameur silencieuse, pas seulement d'un orang-outan, mais celle des forêts qui tombent, des vies effacées, des mémoires englouties. Un Cri qui n'appartient pas qu'à l'animal mais il devient le nôtre, il devient celui du vivant tout entier. Le carton, matière brute et fragile, porte ici la marque de ce qui disparaît mais refuse le silence. Le Cri, c'est la voix que l'on ne pourra plus taire.
Honorable Mention
ANGELA PARR,
She Contemplates
ANGELA PARR,
She Contemplates
Pastels on pastelmat
Australia
Female Kookaburra caught in the failing light.
Australia
Female Kookaburra caught in the failing light.
Honorable Mention
Artist Bathmawathy,
The Unbroken Bond
Artist Bathmawathy,
The Unbroken Bond
Acrylic and Pearl paint on canvas
India
In 'The Unbroken Bond', one zebra leans in trust while the other keeps watch, a tender balance of rest and protection. Their silent connection reflects the unspoken harmony and mutual protection that defines survival in nature.
India
In 'The Unbroken Bond', one zebra leans in trust while the other keeps watch, a tender balance of rest and protection. Their silent connection reflects the unspoken harmony and mutual protection that defines survival in nature.
Honorable Mention
IVAN JONES,
Turbo Charged
IVAN JONES,
Turbo Charged
Soft pastel and pastel pencils
United Kingdom
The excellent reference photo was taken by Debbie Anne Hope from the FB group "Free Reference Photos For Artists".
United Kingdom
The excellent reference photo was taken by Debbie Anne Hope from the FB group "Free Reference Photos For Artists".
Honorable Mention
Hal Kahn,
Lost in Thought
Hal Kahn,
Lost in Thought
United States
The human-like gestures of this silverback gorilla were a good reminder of how closely we are all related. I edited the image to emphasize the lines and wrinkles we all get as we age.
The human-like gestures of this silverback gorilla were a good reminder of how closely we are all related. I edited the image to emphasize the lines and wrinkles we all get as we age.
Honorable Mention
Lydia Meriaux,
Léopard, beauté sauvage
Lydia Meriaux,
Léopard, beauté sauvage
Acrylique sur toile
100x70 cm
France
100x70 cm
France
Honorable Mention
Sema R Cohen, Arturo
Sema R Cohen, Arturo
United States
Airbrushed acrylics on Blair airbrush paper. Noble strength on canvas
Airbrushed acrylics on Blair airbrush paper. Noble strength on canvas
Honorable Mention
Zoltan Boros,
Lion portrait
Zoltan Boros,
Lion portrait
White pencil on black paper
Hungary
Lions are always fascinating my imagination. When you look in his eyes it seems to me that you are looking back in time for million years.
Hungary
Lions are always fascinating my imagination. When you look in his eyes it seems to me that you are looking back in time for million years.
Honorable Mention
GILLES GEORGES ROUX,
Morphoconcept
GILLES GEORGES ROUX,
Morphoconcept
Italy
All' inizio le farfalle sono nel caos, poi passano attraverso il cristallo polarizzatore verticale blu che seleziona soltanto le farfalle in posizione verticale.
All' inizio le farfalle sono nel caos, poi passano attraverso il cristallo polarizzatore verticale blu che seleziona soltanto le farfalle in posizione verticale.
Honorable Mention
John R Keeling,
The Watchful Calm
John R Keeling,
The Watchful Calm
Watercolor and Ink on multi-media board
United States
The beauty of a red fox, ever alert, resting in the winter snow.
United States
The beauty of a red fox, ever alert, resting in the winter snow.
Honorable Mention
MAURON FREDERIC,
Regard perplexe sur l'humanité
MAURON FREDERIC,
Regard perplexe sur l'humanité
Pastel sec sur PastelMat
FRANCE
Regard animal sur l'humain détruisant notre planète
FRANCE
Regard animal sur l'humain détruisant notre planète
Honorable Mention
Brenton Deardorff,
Ocean Eyes
Brenton Deardorff,
Ocean Eyes
Mixed media
United States
Mixed media on synthetic paper and acrylic panel. Airbrush details in greyscale. Background has a nice black pouring technique.
United States
Mixed media on synthetic paper and acrylic panel. Airbrush details in greyscale. Background has a nice black pouring technique.
Honorable Mention
Cécile Carrega,
Les Commères
Cécile Carrega,
Les Commères
Dry pastel. Format: 50x30 cm
France
Two meerkats in the night, light, a slightly magical atmosphere, intrigued glances, a frozen scene.
France
Two meerkats in the night, light, a slightly magical atmosphere, intrigued glances, a frozen scene.
Honorable Mention
Drake Fortner,
Through a child’s eye
Drake Fortner,
Through a child’s eye
11x14 inch oil on canvas
United States
United States
Honorable Mention
Leonora de Lange,
Last Swim for the Day
Leonora de Lange,
Last Swim for the Day
Oils on Canvas board 60 x 45 cm
United Kingdom
Painted from various photographs taken in the Kruger National Park and places in my own landscape, and in blocks of colour.
United Kingdom
Painted from various photographs taken in the Kruger National Park and places in my own landscape, and in blocks of colour.
Honorable Mention
Lubna Haddad,
The final dance
Lubna Haddad,
The final dance
Acrylic on canvas
United States
United States
Honorable Mention
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Snack Break
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Snack Break
Mixed media artwork
United States
This creatively enhanced, colorful, fine-art animal portrait captures a much-needed moment of rest for a devoted orangutan mother who has been caring endlessly for her two young offspring.
United States
This creatively enhanced, colorful, fine-art animal portrait captures a much-needed moment of rest for a devoted orangutan mother who has been caring endlessly for her two young offspring.
Selected Finalists
Sema R Cohen
Leonardo
ANGELA PARR
Resplendent
Zoltan Boros
Big bear
Leonora de Lange
Nyala Haven
MAURON FREDERIC
Le cheval de Gudelon
Brenton Deardorff
West Maui Breach
Jason Shih
Little Goldfish
Drake Fortner
Wooly winter
Leonora de Lange
Relaxing
Kylo-Patrick Hart
Yawn
ANGELA PARR
Homeward Bound
Katharine Litchman
Goddess of Wisdom
Nathanail Evangelos Linardis
Leon
Cécile Carrega
Mira
Katharine Litchman
Mufasa
Hal Kahn
A Nurturing Mother
Donalee Stuck
Whispers of the Wild
Cécile Carrega
Silence
Donalee Stuck
Coati
Jason Shih
Bird
Hal Kahn
Takeoff
Paul Kline
Oh Yeah!
Donalee Stuck
Morning Light
Mahsa Dehghan
Through Her Darkness
IVAN JONES
Alice - a commissioned portraita
Jaimie Barchus
Chikondi
Kylo-Patrick Hart
Mule in Springtime
JessArteDesign
Blue on gold
MAURON FREDERIC
G7P
Backroads Infinity
amethyst harvest
IVAN JONES
On Guard Duty
Deborah St. John
Hyenas
Deborah St. John
Roseated Spoonbill
Zoltan Boros
Roe deer portrait
Deborah St. John
Snow Snoozer-tiger
Georgina Hartley-Willows
Ember
Backroads Infinity
quandary
John R Keeling
My Mocha Muse
Georgina Hartley-Willows
Puffin Eck
Paul Kline
Trick o' Treat
Krystyna Vinogorodska
Between Past and Future
Brenton Deardorff
I’iwi Ohana
Mahsa Dehghan
The Bird Will Carry Me
Krystyna Vinogorodska
Constellations of memory description
Denise Shaw
Spiritual Alchemy
Paul Kline
Merry Christmas
Sara Davies
Kaempfer's Woodpecker
Backroads Infinity
gluttony
Artist Bathmawathy
Innocence
Lubna Haddad
Flying without sky
John R Keeling
Belly-up Bliss
Callie Faye Doyle
Fox
Callie Faye Doyle
Midnight Thoughts
Drake Fortner
Friends on the water
Georgina Hartley-Willows
Sven
Lubna Haddad
Accept
Denise Shaw
The Coopers
JessArteDesign
The silent guardian
Joanne Monaco
Incoming
Krystyna Vinogorodska
Onse in Norway
JOANNA
BLUE
Denise Shaw
Time & Eternity
JessArteDesign
Gratitude & Loyalty
Alison Spaven
Arion
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
15.10.2025
Open call announcement
15.10. – 31.10.2025
Submission deadline
1.11. – 6.11.2025
Curatorial review
7.11.2025
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
· Complimentary entry to the next exhibition
· Permanent placement in the Winner’s Collection on our website
· 100–200 € cash prize
· Digital Certificate of Excellence
· Complimentary entry to the next exhibition
· 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
€