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"Illuminating the invisible."
FAME FRAME Gallery presents Mysteries of Light — an exhibition-competition dedicated to one of art’s most powerful and elusive elements: light itself.
Light shapes how we see, feel, and understand the world. It reveals form and conceals meaning, creates depth, atmosphere, and emotion.
Mysteries of Light invites creators to experiment with contrast, reflection, transparency, and shadow across all styles and mediums. Each work captures a moment where light alters perception, blurs boundaries, or evokes an unspoken sense of wonder.
This exhibition seeks to uncover the poetic and emotional power of light — reminding us that what illuminates also leaves room for mystery, and that seeing is often inseparable from feeling.
Light shapes how we see, feel, and understand the world. It reveals form and conceals meaning, creates depth, atmosphere, and emotion.
Mysteries of Light invites creators to experiment with contrast, reflection, transparency, and shadow across all styles and mediums. Each work captures a moment where light alters perception, blurs boundaries, or evokes an unspoken sense of wonder.
This exhibition seeks to uncover the poetic and emotional power of light — reminding us that what illuminates also leaves room for mystery, and that seeing is often inseparable from feeling.
ARTISTS’ ENTRY OPENS ON
15.3.2026.
15.3.2026.
Winning works will be unveiled here on
7.4.2026.
7.4.2026.
Micah Boswell, Blue and white light streaks
Mood image
Mood image
winners
First Prize Winner
Chad Robert Collofello,
Trinity
Chad Robert Collofello,
Trinity
Heavy Body Acrylic on Stretched Canvas 122cmW x 122cmH
United States
Monetary Prize — 100 €
"In this work, light emerges as the central protagonist: it does not merely illuminate, but actively shapes the space, symbolism, and the interaction between the figures. The concentric circles of light evoke a sense of the cosmic and the energetic, suggesting an almost spiritual dimension. The composition is dynamic and conceptually driven, exploring themes of unity, connection, and perhaps even a trinitarian relationship. Color and light function in harmony, creating a distinctly mystical atmosphere that resonates deeply with the exhibition’s theme.
This is a work in which light is not simply a tool—it is the meaning itself."
— FAME FRAME collective
United States
Monetary Prize — 100 €
"In this work, light emerges as the central protagonist: it does not merely illuminate, but actively shapes the space, symbolism, and the interaction between the figures. The concentric circles of light evoke a sense of the cosmic and the energetic, suggesting an almost spiritual dimension. The composition is dynamic and conceptually driven, exploring themes of unity, connection, and perhaps even a trinitarian relationship. Color and light function in harmony, creating a distinctly mystical atmosphere that resonates deeply with the exhibition’s theme.
This is a work in which light is not simply a tool—it is the meaning itself."
— FAME FRAME collective
Merit Award Winner
Cher Pruys, Dance of The Sea Lions
Cher Pruys, Dance of The Sea Lions
Acrylic on 300LB Hot Press
Canada
Monetary Prize — 25 €
"Exploring the dynamic display of these graceful creatures caught in the shafts of sunlight penetrating the waters surface, making their bodies create playful shadows that move between bright, illuminated zones and the deep blue. Magical brushstrokes of light on a canvas of darkness."
Canada
Monetary Prize — 25 €
"Exploring the dynamic display of these graceful creatures caught in the shafts of sunlight penetrating the waters surface, making their bodies create playful shadows that move between bright, illuminated zones and the deep blue. Magical brushstrokes of light on a canvas of darkness."
Merit Award Winner
Marissa Madonna, Maggie
Marissa Madonna, Maggie
Acrylic and Colored Pencil on Toned Paper
United States
Monetary Prize — 25 €
"This is a portrait of my good friend, Maggie, capturing a moment outside together in the warm sunlight."
United States
Monetary Prize — 25 €
"This is a portrait of my good friend, Maggie, capturing a moment outside together in the warm sunlight."
Honorable Mention
Barry Smylie,
Fishing harbor
Barry Smylie,
Fishing harbor
Acrylic on canvas
Canada
"The Belize fishing fleet prepare to sail."
Canada
"The Belize fishing fleet prepare to sail."
Honorable Mention
Brigitte B Burckhardt,
Streetlight & the Moon
Brigitte B Burckhardt,
Streetlight & the Moon
Digital Photography
Switzerland
"Exploring the Sky at dusk with the crescent Moon."
Switzerland
"Exploring the Sky at dusk with the crescent Moon."
Honorable Mention
David Patch,
Into The Light
David Patch,
Into The Light
Oil on etch primed aluminium, 1202 x 840mm
New Zealand
"Splitting the Spectrum."
New Zealand
"Splitting the Spectrum."
Honorable Mention
Edward Olive,
The Ascent
Edward Olive,
The Ascent
Digital composite photograph
Spain
"Black and white double exposure digital composite photograph where the entire composition is driven by a singular, focused channel of white light. Light graffiti elements become visible energy trails, illuminating the invisible movement of a spirit seeking escape. The reaching hands find sanctuary in this channel, evoking a sense of poetic wonder and transcendence within the surrounding void."
Spain
"Black and white double exposure digital composite photograph where the entire composition is driven by a singular, focused channel of white light. Light graffiti elements become visible energy trails, illuminating the invisible movement of a spirit seeking escape. The reaching hands find sanctuary in this channel, evoking a sense of poetic wonder and transcendence within the surrounding void."
Honorable Mention
Eldon Ward,
House of the Sun Cloud
Eldon Ward,
House of the Sun Cloud
Acrylic on panels
United States
"An imaginary entity made of its own light; dwelling in a structure that otherwise obeys the academic rules of daylight, shade, and shadow."
United States
"An imaginary entity made of its own light; dwelling in a structure that otherwise obeys the academic rules of daylight, shade, and shadow."
Honorable Mention
Gerhard Kroyer,
Golden Glow
Gerhard Kroyer,
Golden Glow
Digital Painting
Austria
"In the deep hollow of shadows,the bright sun glows quietly ahead. Its light feels like hope — gentle, distant, but certain."
Austria
"In the deep hollow of shadows,the bright sun glows quietly ahead. Its light feels like hope — gentle, distant, but certain."
Honorable Mention
Hung Tan Lui Dennise,
Moon and Golf Ball are Circle
Hung Tan Lui Dennise,
Moon and Golf Ball are Circle
Cigar Label Collage
China
"Moon and Water like golf ball over the tee."
China
"Moon and Water like golf ball over the tee."
Honorable Mention
Jason Shih,
Sunshine
Jason Shih,
Sunshine
Painted ABS
Taiwan
"The sunlight that shines upon the earth is the glory of all things. It nourishes the earth and guides all things toward the light."
Taiwan
"The sunlight that shines upon the earth is the glory of all things. It nourishes the earth and guides all things toward the light."
Honorable Mention
Karen Safer,
Burmese Sublime
Karen Safer,
Burmese Sublime
Photography
United States
"Exploration of morning light casting colors over the sea. Reflections back into the sky."
United States
"Exploration of morning light casting colors over the sea. Reflections back into the sky."
Honorable Mention
Kay Larkin,
Magical Cabin
Kay Larkin,
Magical Cabin
Photography
United States
"Photograph of prism effect in an abandoned cabin courtyard."
United States
"Photograph of prism effect in an abandoned cabin courtyard."
Honorable Mention
Kornelia Boje,
Lichter der Artistik
Kornelia Boje,
Lichter der Artistik
Photography
Germany
"Foto; die Annäherung an Tanz, Artistik begleitet mich in meiner Fotogtafie, wie ein Wunder erscheinen, fliegen sie in meine Augen."
Germany
"Foto; die Annäherung an Tanz, Artistik begleitet mich in meiner Fotogtafie, wie ein Wunder erscheinen, fliegen sie in meine Augen."
Honorable Mention
Kurt Johnson,
Bridge Steps
Kurt Johnson,
Bridge Steps
Photography
United States
"Two runners on an early morning jaunt through the concrete arches of a deserted tunnel."
United States
"Two runners on an early morning jaunt through the concrete arches of a deserted tunnel."
Honorable Mention
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Eventide
Kylo-Patrick Hart,
Eventide
Digital photograph
United States
"The high-desert beauty of New Mexico after sunset."
United States
"The high-desert beauty of New Mexico after sunset."
Honorable Mention
Lillianne Daigle,
Magical
Lillianne Daigle,
Magical
Photograph
Canada
"The image captures a vibrant and artistic scene, where a vertical spectrum of light paints the backdrop for a silhouetted plant. The light begins with a cool turquoise at the top, gradually transitioning through shades of green, yellow, and orange, culminating in a warm red at the bottom. This spectrum creates a striking contrast against the neutral, textured wall, which appears to be light gray or off-white. The plant, positioned in front of the light display, is rendered in complete silhouette, its dark form sharply defined against the colorful glow."
Canada
"The image captures a vibrant and artistic scene, where a vertical spectrum of light paints the backdrop for a silhouetted plant. The light begins with a cool turquoise at the top, gradually transitioning through shades of green, yellow, and orange, culminating in a warm red at the bottom. This spectrum creates a striking contrast against the neutral, textured wall, which appears to be light gray or off-white. The plant, positioned in front of the light display, is rendered in complete silhouette, its dark form sharply defined against the colorful glow."
Honorable Mention
Matthias Krispien,
Lightfull diamonds to ward off fear in the forest
Matthias Krispien,
Lightfull diamonds to ward off fear in the forest
Photography
Germany
"Many people are afraid of the dark forest. But when it glows like diamonds, the forest’s beauty draws them in like magic."
Germany
"Many people are afraid of the dark forest. But when it glows like diamonds, the forest’s beauty draws them in like magic."
Honorable Mention
Michelle Delanty,
Sheltered
Michelle Delanty,
Sheltered
Oil on board
United States
"Studying light as it plays upon my cat, Vanilla Bean, in her favorite bag from Target."
United States
"Studying light as it plays upon my cat, Vanilla Bean, in her favorite bag from Target."
Honorable Mention
Robyn Shortt,
Aflame
Robyn Shortt,
Aflame
Photography
Canada
"Light blazing through trees in autumn dress."
Canada
"Light blazing through trees in autumn dress."
Honorable Mention
SUSANA MAZZARINO,
Rose Threshold
SUSANA MAZZARINO,
Rose Threshold
Digital painting on canvas (giclée, museum quality).
Spain
"Rose Threshold / Umbral Rosa — serie Umbrales Verticales, 2025
A vertical column of dense, particle-laden light bisects a saturated magenta-rose field, its white-gold core dispersing outward through amber and pink registers. The work examines verticality as a pictorial axis — light structured as an ascending concentration of matter rather than as illumination of a surface."
Spain
"Rose Threshold / Umbral Rosa — serie Umbrales Verticales, 2025
A vertical column of dense, particle-laden light bisects a saturated magenta-rose field, its white-gold core dispersing outward through amber and pink registers. The work examines verticality as a pictorial axis — light structured as an ascending concentration of matter rather than as illumination of a surface."
Selected Finalists
Angela Birchall — Mare and Foal in Rays of Sunlight — 2025
Angela Birchall — Northern Lights Shine in Another Place — 2024
Angela Birchall — Resting (Highgate Cemetery) — 2023
Barry Smylie — fishermen — 2024
Barry Smylie — Storm from the south — 2026
Brigitte B Burckhardt — Morgestraich (at Carnival) — 2025
Brigitte B Burckhardt — The Rainbow — 2023
Brittany Ellis — Asteroids in the night sky — 2024
Brittany Ellis — Home above the clouds — 2026
Edward Olive — In the Grid — 2026
Gerhard Kroyer — Phenomenon — 2025
Gerhard Kroyer — Silhouettes — 2025
Hung Tan Lui Dennise — No one can see one’s full view — 2025
Chad Robert Collofello — Detached — 2020
Chad Robert Collofello — Disconnected — 2018
Cher pruys — Heading Home — 2018
Cher pruys — Hidden Grove — 2025
Jack Farkas — 01. 31. 26. — 2026
Jack Farkas — 12. 22. 25. — 2025
Jason Shih — Golden Age — 2024
Jean Parker — Back in Time — 2026
Jean Parker — Burst of Autumn — 2025
Jean Parker — Glass Light — 2025
Jean Posusta — My Uncle's Cabin — 2026
Karen Safer — First Morning Light — 2022
Karen Safer — Sydney Sunset to Slumber — 2026
Kay Larkin — Embracing the Sun — 2018
Kay Larkin — Paddle Cactus — 2012
Kornelia Boje — Der Pfauentanz — 2017
Kornelia Boje — Traumtänzer — 2024
Kurt Johnson — Clouds Trees Fields — 2025
Kurt Johnson — Chair and Table — 2025
Kylo-Patrick Hart — Memories of Home in Spring — 2026
Kylo-Patrick Hart — Toing and Froing — 2025
Lillianne Daigle — Ebbs and Flows — 2026
Marissa Madonna — Eagle's Dare — 2026
Marissa Madonna — Penny — 2025
Matthias Krispien — Music stand for autumn sunbeams — 2024
Matthias Krispien — The spark jumps across — 2022
Robyn Shortt — Photosynthesis — 2022
Robyn Shortt — Silver Maple Sunrise — 2023
Rosine LE NOANE — Jeu d'ombres — 2026
Rosine LE NOANE — Le chasseur de lumière — 2026
Rosine LE NOANE — Lumière éphémère — 2026
Sherry Mason — All the World's a Stage — 2020
SUSANA MAZZARINO — Golden Light Mandala — 2026
SUSANA MAZZARINO — Infinity Mandala — 2025
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
15.3.2026
Open call announcement
15.3. – 31.3.2026
Submission deadline
1.4. – 6.4.2026
Curatorial review
7.4.2026
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
€